- Increased energy consumption and carbon emissions due to the end of the work-from-home policy
- Potential risks related to AI and algorithms in game services
- Risks of unfair game usage or rights infringement by users
- Potential risks of data breaches
Kakao Games Corp.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Kakao Games Corp. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.7K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 93.72 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 507.84 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 5.0K tCO2e/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
5.7K tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
6.5%
of total energy
Water Usage
3.0K tons/year
2023
Waste
20.37 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
14 TJ/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). | 93.72 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 507.84 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 5.0K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Purchased 101 MWh of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
- Achieved ISO 14001 certification (May 2024)
- Reduced energy consumption through various measures (e.g., installing temperature and air quality sensors, providing multi-use cups)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- 40% renewable energy by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero and RE100 by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeWorker RightsUser SatisfactionCSREthics Management and Fair Trade