Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., a prominent player in the global tyre and rubber industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1909, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the manufacture of high-quality tyres for passenger vehicles, trucks, and motorcycles, Sumitomo Rubber is renowned for its innovative technologies and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products, including the popular Dunlop and Falken tyre brands, are distinguished by their performance, durability, and advanced design features. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Sumitomo Rubber Industries has solidified its market position as a leader in the automotive sector, consistently achieving notable accolades for quality and innovation.
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In 2023, Sumitomo Rubber Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,167,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for the majority at about 36,167,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 1 and 2 emissions, totalling approximately 729,000,000 kg CO2e on a market-based approach. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2017 levels, which translates to a 55% reduction target for these scopes. Additionally, Sumitomo Rubber Industries has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. The ultimate goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change within the automotive and components sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Sumitomo Rubber Industries, with no data cascaded from a parent or related organization.
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Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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