- Aggregation errors in the calculation of social/environmental data from 2021 to 2023
- Intense competition in the pharmaceutical/bio industry
- Continuous changes in the business environment triggering various risks
- Impact from increased geopolitical uncertainties and global inflation
- Sluggish economy
- Online-centered price competition in the mineral water market
- Growing importance of environmental issues
- Uncertain rebound of the construction market
Dong-A Socio Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Dong-A Socio Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 162.1K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 53.0K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 104.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 4.3K tCO2e/year. 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
162.1K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
1.9M tons/year
2023
Waste
18.8K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
3.1K TJ/year
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). | 53.0K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 104.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.3K tCO2e/year |
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 | 162.1K tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 140.2K tCO2eq |
| 2020 | 2.0K tCO2eq |
| 2019 | 99.3K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Received ISO 14001 certification for environmental management system (Dong-A Socio Holdings, Dong-A ST, Dong-A Pharmaceutical)
- Established the “TCFD advancement roadmap” to respond to climate change
- Established a response system for major environmental issues based on ISO 14001
- Reduced GHG emissions through various eco-friendly activities (Dong-A Otsuka: photovoltaic system installation; Dong-A ST: simplified bottle packaging; Dong-A Pharmaceutical: electric vehicles)
- Reduced plastic use (Dong-A Otsuka: eco-friendly paper clips; Dong-A ST: reused covers for medical devices)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Establish ABMS at all Group affiliates by 2024
- Establish a compliance management system and ISO 37301 certification by 2024 (Dong-A Socio Holdings)
- Increase GHG measurement scope to Scope 3 in 2024 (Dong-A ST)
📅 Medium-term
- Establish an environmental management foundation by 2025 (ST Pharm)
- Achieve net-zero implementation strategies for the Group affiliates by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Become a 100-year company
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Strengthening R&D and technological innovationStrengthening product safetySustainable businessMinimizing environmental impactEthical managementEstablishing corporate risk management system