- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events and geopolitical risks.
- Meeting increasingly stringent emission regulations globally.
- Ensuring human rights throughout the supply chain.
- Maintaining high safety standards in manufacturing.
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 30.5M tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 145.0K tCO2e; Scope 2: 257.7K tCO2e; Scope 3: 30.5M tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
30.5M tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
37% (electricity)
of total energy
Water Usage
3.6M m3
2023
Waste
15.5K tons
2023
Energy Use
5.5M GJ
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 145.0K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 257.7K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 30.5M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 30.5M tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2021 | 553.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2020 | 23.7 million t-CO2 |
| 2012 | 621 thousand tons/year (CO2e) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced production activity CO2 emissions by 67.4% compared to 2010.
- Reduced Scope 3 (product use) CO2 emissions by 5.9% compared to 2019.
- Introduced CO2-free electricity to major domestic plants in July 2022.
- Implemented renewable energy facilities in 14 countries and regions.
- Adopted plant-derived cellulose nanofiber reinforced resin in 2024 models.
- Achieved nearly 100% recycling rate for waste.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption
- Increase renewable energy share to 9% by 2024.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 80% reduction in Scope 3 CO2 emissions by 2035.
- Achieve 13% women in management positions by 2024.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EnvironmentSocialGovernance