- Insufficient procurement volume for precious metal recycling due to stagnation in the electronics industry.
- Rising energy costs and stagnation in personal consumption impacting overseas procurement.
- Rising raw material prices, transportation, and storage costs in the Food Business Segment.
- Difficulties in procuring food materials due to climate change.
- Shortage of labor and human resources.
Matsuda Sangyo Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, Matsuda Sangyo Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 881.3K t-CO2e (FY2023). By scope: Scope 1: 15.7K t-CO2e (FY2023); Scope 2: 3.3K t-CO2e (FY2023); Scope 3: 862.3K t-CO2e (FY2023). 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
881.3K t-CO2e (FY2023)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Renewable Energy
67% (FY2023)
of total energy
Water Usage
Approx. 157,000 m3 (FY2023)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Waste
3.3K tons (FY2023)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Energy Use
64.6K MWh (FY2023)
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| 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). | 15.7K t-CO2e (FY2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 3.3K t-CO2e (FY2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 862.3K t-CO2e (FY2023) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-04 to 2024-03 | 881.3K t-CO2e (FY2023) |
| 2021 | 23.0K t-CO2 (Scope 1+2) in 2021; 1055723 t-CO2 (Scope 3) in 2021 |
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 51% year on year (adjusted for renewable energy and credits) in the Iruma and Seki factories.
- Achieved 79% recycling rate (recalculated values) for waste.
- Acquired certification for the SBT 1.5°C target.
- Received a “B” rating from CDP Climate Change Program.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1+2 emissions by 42% compared to FY2020 by FY2030.
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% compared to FY2020 by FY2030.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve management targets in Medium-term Management Plan (FY2022-2025).
🔭 Long-term
- Realize carbon neutrality by FY2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Resource circulationHuman capitalEnvironmental conservationCustomer satisfactionSupply chain responsibility