- Declining population and aging incineration facilities increasing waste disposal burden.
- Disposal of large quantities of petroleum-based plastics.
- Approaching the upper limit of cumulative greenhouse gas emissions.
- Frequent fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in waste.
- Mismatch in supply versus demand for recycled materials.
Daiei Kankyo Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-04 to 2023-03 reporting, Daiei Kankyo Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 271.0K t-CO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 252.0K t-CO2e/year; Scope 2: 18.0K t-CO2e/year; Scope 3: 142.9K t-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
271.0K t-CO2e/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
Water Usage
721.0K m3/year
2022-04 to 2023-03
Energy Use
32.0K kL/year (converted to GJ)
2022-04 to 2023-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-04 to 2023-03)
| 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). | 252.0K t-CO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 18.0K t-CO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 142.9K t-CO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed construction of Miki Biomass Factory, a highly efficient thermal recycling facility with a power generation capacity of 11,700 kW.
- Increased processing capacity at recycling facilities by approximately 1.8 times compared to 2019.
- Started operation of methane fermentation and composting facilities in Iga City, Mie.
- Achieved greenhouse gas emission reduction contributions and absorption amounting to 156 kt in FY2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase the number of disaster cooperation agreements to 200 by FY2025.
- Formulate plans for 27 municipalities by FY2025.
- Achieve net zero CO2 emissions from electricity use across the Daiei Kankyo Group by 2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Double the processing capacity of heat treatment facilities by FY2030.
- Sign PPP agreements with 12 municipalities by FY2030.
- Reduce the landfill volume by eliminating the landfill disposal of recyclable materials and organic waste from FY2031 onwards.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality across the Daiei Kankyo Group by 2050.
- Secure remaining portion of required capacity for final disposal sites by FY2080.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeCircular EconomyResource RecyclingDisaster PreparednessHuman Resources DevelopmentLocal Community EngagementCorporate Governance