Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yakult, is a leading Japanese probiotic beverage manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1935, the company has established a strong presence in the global health and wellness industry, with operations spanning across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Yakult is renowned for its flagship product, Yakult probiotic drink, which contains the unique strain of beneficial bacteria, Lactobacillus casei Shirota. This innovative product is designed to promote gut health and overall well-being, setting Yakult apart in a competitive market. Over the decades, Yakult has achieved significant milestones, including extensive research in microbiology and a commitment to quality that has earned it a trusted reputation worldwide. With a robust market position, Yakult continues to lead in the probiotic sector, contributing to health education and promoting the benefits of probiotics globally.
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In 2023, Yakult Honsha reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,871,975,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 230,278,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 151,027,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,490,669,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with purchased goods and services contributing about 1,030,458,000 kg CO2e. Yakult Honsha has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions in Japan by 10% by the end of fiscal 2024, compared to 2018 levels. This target reflects the company's proactive approach to mitigating its carbon footprint. The company is currently committed to these near-term reduction targets but has not yet established a net-zero commitment. Overall, Yakult Honsha's emissions data and reduction initiatives highlight its ongoing efforts to address climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 20,432,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 34,751,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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