- Supply chain disruptions
- Climate change risks
- ESG-related regulatory changes
Gaon Cable Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Gaon Cable Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 9.4K tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant). By scope: Scope 1: 529 tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant); Scope 2: 8.9K tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant). 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
9.4K tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant)
2023
Water Usage
48.0K m3/year (Gunpo Plant) 15002 m3/year (Jeonju Plant)
2023
Waste
1.2K tons/year (Gunpo Plant) 692 tons/year (Jeonju Plant)
2023
Energy Use
194 TJ/year (Gunpo Plant)
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). | 529 tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 8.9K tCO2e/year (Gunpo Plant) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 42% at Gunpo Plant (power)
- Reduced energy consumption by 41% at Gunpo Plant (power)
- Invested ₩845,087,808 in eco-friendly facilities at Gunpo Plant (power) and ₩172,430,800 at Jeonju Plant (telecom)
- Achieved an 89% recycling rate for waste
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce waste by 1153.21 tons at Gunpo Plant and 704 tons at Jeonju Plant
- Increase recycling rate to 80%
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 80% recycling rate for waste
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 15,000 tCO2eq
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
EnvironmentSocialGovernance