- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events
- Customer harassment
- Human rights risks in the supply chain
- Work-life balance challenges for employees
- Potential risks related to climate change (1.5°C and 4°C scenarios)
青山商事株式会社
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, 青山商事株式会社 disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 40.6K t-CO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 677 t-CO2e/year; Scope 2: 39.9K t-CO2e/year; Scope 3: 434.3K 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
40.6K t-CO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2023
Renewable Energy
18% (target for 2026)
of total energy
Water Usage
109.7K m3/year
2023
Waste
4.5K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
893.6K 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). | 677 t-CO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 39.9K t-CO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 434.3K t-CO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 40.6K t-CO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2022 | 49.5K t-CO2e/year (Scope 2) |
| 2021-04 to 2022-03 | 53.1K t-CO2e/year (Scope 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 52.3% compared to 2013 (Scope 1+2)
- Achieved a CDP climate change score of A-
- Received Eco Mark certification in 2020
- Introduced carbon footprinting for select products in 2023
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce CO2 emissions by 59% by 2026 (compared to 2013, Scope 1+2)
- Increase renewable energy use to 18% by 2026
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce CO2 emissions by 66% by 2030 (compared to 2013)
- Increase renewable energy use to 66% by 2030
- Increase women in management positions to 12.5% by 2026
- Increase male parental leave rate to 60% by 2026
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 (Scope 1+2)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionGovernanceHuman RightsSupply Chain ManagementEmployee Well-being