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SoftBank Corp.

SoftBank Corp., a leading telecommunications and technology conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, has been a pivotal player in the industry since its founding in 1981. With a diverse portfolio that spans mobile communications, broadband services, and internet of things (IoT) solutions, SoftBank has established itself as a key innovator in the global market. The company operates extensively across Japan and has made significant inroads into international markets through strategic investments and partnerships. Notable achievements include the launch of the SoftBank Vision Fund, which has positioned the company at the forefront of venture capital in technology. SoftBank's unique offerings, such as its advanced 5G network and AI-driven services, underscore its commitment to shaping the future of connectivity and digital transformation.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

30

Industry Benchmark

SoftBank Corp.'s score of 44 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SoftBank Corp.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SoftBank Corp. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,287,493,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 6,369,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 514,293,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 9,287,493,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 520,662,000 kg CO2e. SoftBank Corp. has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 100% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. For the long term, SoftBank Corp. plans to maintain a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2050 and to achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050, also based on 2022 levels. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting SoftBank Corp.'s commitment to sustainability and its role in the telecommunications sector in Japan.

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2023
Scope 1
6,369,000
Scope 2
514,293,000
Scope 3
9,287,493,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SoftBank Corp.'s primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for SoftBank Corp. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SoftBank Corp. is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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