- Escalation of trade wars, resurgence of international conflicts, and geopolitical instability.
- Climate change risks (extreme weather, carbon pricing, regulations, transition costs, stakeholder concerns).
- Market competition.
- Concentrated sourcing of raw materials.
- Human resource challenges (talent loss).
- Information security risks.
YC INOX Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, YC INOX Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 27.8K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 1.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 17.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 8.5K 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
27.8K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
125.09 thousand m3/year
2023
Waste
1.1K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
153.8K GJ/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). | 1.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 17.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 8.5K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Introduction of Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) wastewater treatment technology at Douliou Mill I, meeting ammonia nitrogen discharge standards ahead of schedule.
- Implementation of waste resource utilization projects, converting 75.75% of residual plastic compounds into recyclable plastic (50.97 metric tons).
- Development and installation of new solar power sources (second phase of 6,000 kWp, generating 7,255 thousand kWh, reducing approximately 3,591 metric tons of CO2 emissions).
- Total energy intensity decreased by 3.25% compared to 2022.
- Optimization of wet scrubber treatment equipment and treatment process at Puoshing Mill and Douliou Mill II, conforming to air pollutant emission standards.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Electricity usage savings by >1% annually.
- Green energy installation capacity equivalent to 37.5% of total contracted capacity.
- Obtain ISO 14067 Carbon Footprint of Products Certification for type 1 products.
- Intelligent monitoring system capturing 75% of electricity consumption information.
- Compliance with climate action and GHG emissions disclosure regulations.
📅 Medium-term
- Electricity usage savings by >1% annually.
- Green energy installation capacity equivalent to 75% of total contracted capacity.
- Intelligent monitoring system capturing 90% of electricity consumption information.
- Regularly identifying climate risks and opportunities and developing corresponding strategies and action plans.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 (aligned with Taiwan's policy).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Corporate GovernanceEthical ManagementRisk ManagementInformation SecurityBusiness PerformanceProduct QualitySupply Chain ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementClimate Change ManagementEnergy ManagementOccupational Safety and HealthHuman Rights ProtectionSocial Co-Prosperity