- Transition risks such as carbon tax, changes in electricity prices, changes in customer behavior, and additional costs of EV chargers.
- Physical risks such as rise in average temperatures, change in rainfall and weather patterns, rise in sea levels, and increase in flood and typhoon damage.
- Water shortages due to population growth and climate change.
AEON MALL Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28 reporting, AEON MALL Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 285.2K t-CO2 (Scope 1 & 2 Japan + Overseas) in FY2021. By scope: Scope 1: 16.7K t-CO2 in FY2021; Scope 2: 189.1K t-CO2 in FY2021; Scope 3: 1.4M t-CO2 in FY2019. 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
285.2K t-CO2 (Scope 1 & 2 Japan + Overseas) in FY2021
2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28
Water Usage
16.0M m3 in FY2021
2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28
Waste
70.9K tons in FY2021
2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28
Energy Use
127.3K kl (crude oil equivalent) in FY2021
2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28)
| 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). | 16.7K t-CO2 in FY2021 |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 189.1K t-CO2 in FY2021 |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.4M t-CO2 in FY2019 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2021-03-01 to 2022-02-28 | 285.2K t-CO2 (Scope 1 & 2 Japan + Overseas) in FY2021 |
| 2020-03 to 2021-02 | 257.0K t-CO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Japan + Overseas) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 92.7% recycling rate (including thermal recycling) among directly managed malls in Japan in FY2021.
- Reduced CO2 emissions in Japan by 4.6% compared to FY2018 by utilizing CO2-free electricity and adding EV chargers.
- 15 malls received ABINC® certification as of February 2022.
- Six malls received four stars and one mall received five stars under the DBJ Green Building certification in FY2021.
- Three malls acquired the WELL Health-Safety Rating in FY2021.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce CO2 emissions in Japan by 80% by 2025 versus 2013 levels.
- Operate approximately 160 malls in Japan effectively CO2-free by 2025.
- Achieve a 70% recycling rate (excluding thermal recycling) by 2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Use 100% renewable energy at all malls in Japan by 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeBiodiversityPollution and ResourcesWater SecurityHuman RightsLocal CommunitiesHealth and SafetyLabor StandardsCorporate GovernanceResponsible BusinessDiversity and work-style reform