- Deterioration of environmental pollution (fine dust, new pollutants).
- Changes in consumer living patterns.
- Emerging issues regarding hazardous household chemical products and home appliances.
Woongjin Coway
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2018 reporting, Woongjin Coway disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 402 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 5.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 5.4K tCO2e/year (Domestic logistics and transport commuting vehicles). 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
5.6K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2018
Water Usage
71.3K tons/year
2018
Waste
23.5K tons/year
2018
Energy Use
113.4K GJ/year
2018
📊 Emissions by Scope (2018)
| 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). | 402 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 5.4K tCO2e/year (Domestic logistics and transport commuting vehicles) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Developed CIROO Tankless Water Purifier with improved hygiene and energy efficiency.
- Launched eco-friendly products, reducing packaging and using eco-friendly materials.
- Achieved a 99.3% waste recycling rate.
- Reduced energy consumption (electricity: 141.32toe/year, GHG: 242.83ton CO2eq).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- All air purifiers to be PVC FREE & BFR FREE by 2020.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Product InnovationProduct SafetyEnvironmental SustainabilitySocial ResponsibilityGovernance