- Fluctuations in materials prices and foreign exchange rates
- Lower than expected sales volume
- Slowdown in electrification momentum in European and US markets
- Equipment problems at new Vietnam plant
- High interest-bearing debt due to investments
- High inventory levels
- Dependence on Automotive Catalyst Area for revenue (60%)
- Relatively high occupational accident rates
DAIICHI KIGENSO KAGAKU KOGYO CO., LTD. (DKK)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, DAIICHI KIGENSO KAGAKU KOGYO CO., LTD. (DKK) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 38.1K tonnes CO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 30.0K tonnes CO2e/year; Scope 2: 8.1K tonnes CO2e/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
38.1K tonnes CO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2024)
| 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). | 30.0K tonnes CO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 8.1K tonnes CO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO₂ emissions (Scope 1+2) by 106% compared to FY3/2018 (Note: This seems to be an error in the report, likely a percentage increase rather than decrease. Further clarification needed.)
- Introduced biomass-derived heat sources at Vietnam production site
- Recycling of used packaging and pallets
- Reuse of used chemicals
- Installed solid oxide fuel cells at Fukui Site
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Net Sales from Strategic Areas ¥7.3 billion (FY3/2025)
- ROIC of 6% or more (FY3/2026)
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 CO₂ emissions by 20% (FY3/2030)
- Achieve a ratio of female managers of 10% (FY3/2029)
- Undertake human rights due diligence (FY3/2024)
📅 Medium-term
- Increase net sales in Strategic Areas to ¥9 billion (FY3/2026)
- ROIC of 10% (FY3/2032)
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate change mitigation and adaptationUse of renewable resourcesHuman rights due diligenceRespect and utilization of diversityStrengthening of safety and health and promotion of healthHuman capital development in line with business strategyPromotion of sustainability management