- Large net losses in fiscal 2014.
- Tough financial situation.
- Increased awareness of consumer issues.
- Increased awareness by society and stakeholders of social issues affecting the global supply chain.
- Increased globalization of business expanding the number of opportunities for employees from different cultures and customs to work together.
Sharp Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2014 reporting, Sharp Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 17 million tons CO2. By scope: Scope 1: 196 thousand tons CO2; Scope 2: 1.1K thousand tons CO2; Scope 3: 29.1K thousand tons CO2. 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
17 million tons CO2
2014
📊 Emissions by Scope (2014)
| 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). | 196 thousand tons CO2 |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.1K thousand tons CO2 |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 29.1K thousand tons CO2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 17 million tons CO2 |
| 2012-04 to 2013-03 | 1.3K thousand tons CO2 (excluding Green Power Certificates) |
| 2011-04 to 2012-03 | 1.41 million tons CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions by 15% from the previous fiscal year to 17 million tons CO2. Positive impact (avoided GHG emissions) was equivalent to 27 million tons CO2, down 10% from the previous fiscal year.
- Japan production plants achieved zero discharge to landfill for the 14th consecutive year.
- 66 product models were certified as Super Green Products (SGP).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase the rate of female managers to 5% by fiscal 2018.
- Final landfill disposal rate of 1.1% or less.
🔭 Long-term
- By the end of fiscal 2017, reduce by 10% or more (compared to fiscal 2013) the total number of sick leave days taken due to mental problems and illnesses.
- Achieve Healthy Sharp 23 numerical targets.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Supply Chain CSR InitiativesRespect for Human Rights and Diversity ManagementIncreasing Green Shared ValueEnsuring the Safety and Reliability of Products and Enhancing Customer SatisfactionStakeholder Engagement