Rakuten
Rakuten, Inc., commonly known as Rakuten, is a leading Japanese e-commerce and online retail company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1997, Rakuten has grown to become a significant player in the global digital marketplace, with operations spanning across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its diverse range of services, including e-commerce, digital content, and financial technology, which set it apart in the competitive landscape. Rakuten's core offerings include its online marketplace, Rakuten Ichiba, and various digital services such as Rakuten TV and Rakuten Pay. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its expansion into international markets and strategic partnerships that enhance its service portfolio. With a strong market position, Rakuten continues to innovate, making it a prominent name in the e-commerce industry.
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Rakuten's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Rakuten Group, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,609,520,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 3,638,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 385,383,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 11,609,520,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at 2,991,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 337,224,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 12,693,824,000 kg CO2e. Rakuten has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 99.7% by FY2032, using FY2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Notably, Rakuten aims to achieve 100% renewable energy (RE100) for its Scope 2 emissions by 2023, which would effectively reduce these emissions to zero, as they are entirely derived from purchased electricity. The company is also focused on reducing its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to significant long-term sustainability goals. Overall, Rakuten's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a clear focus on substantial reductions across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 304,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,285,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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