- Climate change risks (physical risks such as extreme weather events and transition risks such as regulatory changes)
- ESG risks in the supply chain (potential for non-compliance with ESG regulations)
- Maintaining a safe and healthy work environment (risks associated with industrial accidents and occupational diseases)
- Meeting increasing consumer demand for eco-friendly products and packaging
- Ensuring the security of information assets (risks associated with cyberattacks and data breaches)
Daesang Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Daesang Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 506.2K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 69.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 436.3K 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
506.2K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
9.4M tons/year
2023
Waste
62.0K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
9.5K 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). | 69.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 436.3K 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 | 506.2K tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 531.7K tCO2e/year (2022) |
| 2020 | 508.7K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 25,563 tCO2eq compared to the previous year (Scope 1: 14,982.753 tCO2eq, Scope 2: 10,484.237 tCO2eq)
- Reduced plastic waste by 67.5 tons through packaging improvements
- Established an energy management system (EnMS) to optimize energy use and reduce energy loss
- Expanded the use of renewable energy sources such as waste heat incineration, biomass, and solar power
- Achieved ISO 14001 certification for three plants (Lysine, Starch & Sweetener, Bio)
- Reduced water usage through system improvements and process optimization
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 464,472 tCO2eq by 2025
- Reduce energy consumption to 9,894 TJ by 2025
- Reduce water usage to 9,631 kton by 2025
- Reduce plastic usage by 2,720 tons by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce industrial accidents by 50% by 2025 (compared to 2021)
- Achieve 22.7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 (compared to 2018)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeSupply Chain ESG ManagementSafety and Health CultureEco-friendly PackagingR&D and New Growth Engine ExpansionSustainable ConsumptionHigh-Quality Work EnvironmentEnvironmental ComplianceRespect for Human Rights and Prohibition of DiscriminationProduct Development Considering Customer Health and Nutrition