Advocacy Activities on Climate Change Issues
Basic Approach to Advocacy Activities
Honda conducts its business and corporate activities guided by the following company principle.
Company Principle
We are committed to a global perspective, dedicating ourselves to providing high-quality products
at reasonable prices to ensure the satisfaction of customers worldwide.
Honda aims to be a company that society wants to exist by delivering the “Joy of Expanding Life’s Potential” to people around the world and contributing to the realization of a sustainable society. The Company engages in advocacy activities as one of the means to carry out business and corporate activities that enable it to be a company that society wants to exist.
Our Advocacy Efforts on Environmental Issues
“Global perspective” of the Corporate Principle signifies that, based on an awareness of the Earth’s finite nature, Honda recognizes that its own activities can have significant negative impacts on society, including environmental issues, and is committed to taking on the challenge of addressing such global-scale issues.
To be a company that society wants to exist, each business site of Honda is working to reduce environmental impacts across all areas under the Honda Environment Statement. These initiatives include reducing CO₂ emissions and lowering energy consumption, as well as promoting the efficient use of resources such as water and minerals, and ensuring the proper treatment and reduction of waste—all aimed at conserving the global environment, including biodiversity. Honda shares the Environment Statement not only within the Company and its group companies, but also with all stakeholders involved with Honda—including suppliers and sales companies—and works together with them to advance these initiatives. This collaboration extends beyond the value chain to include a wide range of stakeholders, such as industry associations and government bodies.
Our Initiatives on Climate Change Issues
Honda supports the Paris Agreement and has set a target of achieving carbon neutrality across all products and corporate activities by 2050, and is working toward its realization. To address challenges that are difficult for Honda to tackle alone in achieving a carbon-neutral society, the Company collaborates with external organizations in various countries and regions and engages in advocacy activities, such as promoting public policy initiatives. Advocacy activities are conducted in accordance with the Honda Environment Statement, while taking into account international agreements such as the Paris Agreement, as well as the laws and policies of the countries where the Company operates.
Our Stance on Climate Change Policies
| Item | Stance |
|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
The Paris Agreement aims to limit the global average temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by reducing GHG emissions. Honda supports the Paris Agreement and, in alignment with its principles, aims to achieve carbon neutrality across all products and corporate activities involving Honda by 2050, to realize a Zero Environmental Impact Society. As part of its multifaceted approach toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050—which combines EVs, hybrid vehicles, carbon-neutral fuels, and carbon offset technologies—Honda is working to promote the acceptance and wider adoption of electrified products by providing attractive products and value that customers will choose, while also engaging in external affairs activities such as advocacy related to public policy. Additionally, in our corporate activities, we are addressing the entire lifecycle—from material and parts procurement to design, development, production, transportation, sales, use, and disposal—not only within our own operations but also in collaboration with numerous global partners to implement CO₂ reduction initiatives. |
| Renewable Energy |
As part of its multifaceted approach toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2050—which combines EVs, hybrid vehicles, carbon-neutral fuels, and carbon offset technologies—Honda is engaging in external affairs activities, including advocacy related to public policy, with the aim of promoting the wider adoption of renewable energy. Honda will contribute to the realization of a renewable energy–based society, while also considering the possibility of becoming directly involved in supplying energy to customers. In addition, Honda is advancing the introduction of renewable energy to reduce CO₂ emissions from its corporate activities. Beyond procuring electricity generated from renewable sources externally, the Company is also installing solar panels on-site—such as on buildings and parking areas—along with stationary battery storage systems, thereby accelerating the implementation of renewable energy solutions. |
Review of Affiliated Organizations
We reviewed the alignment between the stances of the organizations Honda is affiliated with and its stance regarding climate change policies. The review items and criteria are as follows:
Support for the Paris Agreement and carbon neutrality
Recognition of the need to expand the adoption of renewable energy
In selecting affiliated organizations for review, the following factors were taken into consideration.
Whether the organization has publicly stated its stance on climate change policies
Whether the organization operates in Honda’s key markets
Whether Honda’s executive-level members participate in the organization
Based on the above criteria, we selected the following seven organizations for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
| Selected Organization |
|---|
| Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA) |
| European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) |
| The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) |
| Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) |
| Associação Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veículos Automotores (ANFAVEA) |
| Associação Brasileira de Fabricantes de Motocicletas, Ciclomotores, Motonetas, Bicicletas e Similares (ABRACICLO) |
| World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) |
The scope of review and the review results will be reviewed annually. If any affiliated organization is found not to be aligned with the stance of Honda, including support for the Paris Agreement, we will continue to encourage them to reconsider their stance through dialogue and other means.
Review Results
Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Vice Chairman: Toshihiro Mibe (President and Representative Executive Officer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.) |
| Chairman of the Environmental Technology and Policy Committee: Toshihiro Akiwa (Executive Officer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | JAMA is committed to the challenge of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and advocates promoting carbon neutrality through a multi-pathway approach, in which diverse mobility options, including electrified vehicles, are widely adopted. In addition, JAMA asserts that strong support through policy and financial measures for the transportation sector is essential to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | JAMA identifies the availability of affordable and stable carbon-neutral electricity as a fundamental prerequisite for achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. It also emphasizes the need for stable supplies of low-cost renewable energy and hydrogen as part of national energy policy. |
Reference materials:
https://www.jama.or.jp/operation/ecology/carbon_neutral_data/pdf/CNMaterial_01.pdf(Japanese only)
https://www.jama.or.jp/release/docs/release/2025/20250107_JAMA_vision2035.pdf (Japanese only)
European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Sherpa: Ian Howells (Executive Vice President, Honda Motor Europe Ltd.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | ACEA supports the Paris Agreement and the EU 2050 Climate Neutrality Goal. In line with the EU’s climate policy framework, ACEA emphasizes the need for comprehensive policy measures to decarbonize the transportation sector. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | ACEA considers electrification to be the primary pathway for decarbonization and advocates placing policy emphasis on expanding the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It supports a technology-neutral decarbonization approach, promoting the deployment of renewable energy and other solutions while utilizing powertrain technologies that can play practical roles in the transition. |
Reference materials:
https://www.acea.auto/files/ACEA-policy-paper-EU-regulatory-framework-for-thedecarbonisation-of-road-transport.pdf
https://www.acea.auto/files/ACEA_10-point_plan_European_Green_Deal.pdf
The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Vice President: Vito Cicchetti (Business Transformation Planning Lead & ACEM Representative, Honda Motor Europe Ltd.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | ACEM recognizes the EU targets based on the Paris Agreement and aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. In line with the EU’s climate policy framework, ACEM emphasizes the need for comprehensive policy measures to decarbonize the transportation sector. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | ACEM recognizes that electric mobility will play an important role in the future transportation sector and stresses the need for policies that promote electrification. At the same time, it advocates a technologyneutral decarbonization approach that includes the use of sustainable fuels. |
Reference materials:
https://www.acem.eu/vision-2030/climate/
https://acem.eu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ACEM_Position_Paper_Decarbonisation_2021.pdf
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Member of CARS Committee: Rebecca Adamson (General Manager, Customer Engagement & Head of Automobile, Honda Motor Europe Ltd.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | SMMT supports the targets of the Paris Agreement, as well as the UK net zero target 2050 to reduce the United Kingdom’s carbon emissions by at least 100% by 2050 and related climate policies. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | SMMT highlights the need for investment in zero-emission vehicles and batteries. It also points out that the generation and supply of renewable energy are key elements in achieving net zero, and indicates that the industry is actively investing in these areas. |
Reference materials:
https://www.smmt.co.uk/automotive-intelligence/supporting-sustainability/
https://smmtweb.lon1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-SMMT-Automotive-Sustainability-Report.pdf
Associação Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veículos Automotores (ANFAVEA)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Vice-Presidente: Alexandre Cury (Board of Director, Vice President, Honda Automóveis do Brasil Ltda.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | ANFAVEA supports the environmental policies of the Brazil government and initiatives toward carbon neutrality based on the Paris Agreement. It also emphasizes the need for comprehensive policy measures to decarbonize the transportation sector. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | ANFAVEA advocates a multi-pathway approach to expanding the use of renewable energy in the transportation sector, combining electrification with the use of biofuels. |
Reference materials:
https://www.anfavea.com.br
https://anfavea.com.br/site/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Anfavea-Avancando-nos-Caminhos-da-Descarbonizacao-2024-Publicacao.pdf (Portuguese only)
Associação Brasileira de Fabricantes de Motocicletas, Ciclomotores, Motonetas, Bicicletas e Similares (ABRACICLO)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Presidente: Marcos Bento (Board of Director, President, Moto Honda da Amazonia) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | ABRACICLO is promoting the reduction of environmental impacts and the advancement of sustainable mobility in the transportation sector in line with the environmental policies of the Brazil government based on the Paris Agreement. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | ABRACICLO recognizes that the use of renewable energy—including biofuels—contributes to reducing environmental impacts and enhancing sustainability in the transportation sector. |
Reference materials:
https://www.abraciclo.com.br (Portuguese only)
https://abraciclo.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Manifesto-abraciclo-pdf-sit.pdf (Portuguese only)
World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)
| Item | Position |
|---|---|
| Participation of Our Members |
Council Member: Toshihiro Mibe (President and Representative Executive Officer, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.) |
| Item | Result | Stance |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Agreement and Carbon Neutrality |
Aligned | WBCSD has established its vision and transformation pathway in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the targets of the Paris Agreement. Its vision envisions a world in which global anthropogenic GHG emissions reach net zero and global warming is stabilized at +1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. |
| Renewable Energy |
Aligned | WBCSD identifies the transition to renewable energy as one of the key pathways to achieving a sustainable energy system that provides reliable and affordable net-zero carbon energy to all. It also highlights that a sustainable energy system will be characterized by a high degree of electrification and digitalization. |
Reference materials:
https://www.wbcsd.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/WBCSD_Vision_2050_Time-To-Transform.pdf
Affiliated Organizations in Key Markets
We have compiled a list of the seven organizations reviewed, along with some of our affiliated organizations that have publicly stated their climate change policy stances.
Honda actively participates in the activities of these organizations and will continue to work toward achieving carbon neutrality.
| Country/Region | Organization | Business Segment |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA) | Motorcycles, Automobiles |
| Japan Business Federation | Motorcycles, Automobiles, Power Products |
|
| Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry | Motorcycles, Automobiles, Power Products |
|
| United States | National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) | Automobiles |
| Alliance for Automotive Innovation (Auto Innovators) | Automobiles | |
| Europe | European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) | Automobiles |
| The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) | Motorcycles | |
| United Kingdom | Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) | Automobiles |
| Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) | Motorcycles | |
| Brazil | Associação Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veículos Automotores(ANFAVEA) | Automobiles |
| Associação Brasileira de Fabricantes de Motocicletas, Ciclomotores, Motonetas, Bicicletas e Similares (ABRACICLO) | Motorcycles | |
| Global | World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) | Motorcycles, Automobiles, Power Products |