- Increased waste volume in recent years (despite reduction compared to previous year's natural disaster impact).
- Increased transportation volume leading to higher CO2 emissions per unit of sales.
- Increasing CO2 emissions from overseas group companies due to production expansion.
NISHIKAWA RUBBER CO., LTD.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2019-04 to 2020-03 reporting, NISHIKAWA RUBBER CO., LTD. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 157.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3). By scope: Scope 1: 9.3K tCO2e; Scope 2: 39.4K tCO2e; Scope 3: 108.3K 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
157.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3)
2019-04 to 2020-03
Water Usage
604.0K m3
2019-04 to 2020-03
Waste
5.2K tons
2019-04 to 2020-03
Energy Use
60.6K MWh
2019-04 to 2020-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2019-04 to 2020-03)
| 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). | 9.3K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 39.4K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 108.3K 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 |
|---|---|
| 2019-04 to 2020-03 | 157.0K tCO2e (Scope 1-3) |
| 2018-04 to 2019-03 | 43.3K tCO2e |
| 2017-04 to 2018-03 | 42.2K tCO2e/year (Nishikawa Rubber only) |
| 2016-04 to 2017-03 | 40.4K tCO2e/year (company-wide) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions through material substitution (resin for rubber in glass run channels), achieving approximately 30% weight reduction.
- Achieved a 99.9% recycling rate for waste materials.
- Reduced VOC emissions, exceeding the Japan Rubber Manufacturers Association's voluntary reduction target.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental ProtectionWaste ReductionCommunity Engagement