- Declining new housing starts in Japan.
- Rising material costs due to weak yen and other factors.
- Shortage of installation staff for remodeling products.
- 2024 Problem in logistics.
- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical risks and climate events.
- Water use restrictions in some regions.
YKK AP Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31 reporting, YKK AP Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 275 kt CO2. 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
275 kt CO2
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Water Usage
8.3 million m3
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Energy Use
141.0K kl (crude oil equivalent)
2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 33% (Scopes 1 & 2) relative to FY2013.
- Reduced Scope 3 emissions by 10% relative to FY2013.
- Achieved 100% internal recycling rate of aluminum scraps.
- Improved market-obtained aluminum recycling rate to 33% in FY2023.
- Increased renewable energy installation to 9,792 kW by FY2023.
- Improved vinyl recycling rate to approximately 45% by the end of FY2023.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 36% (relative to a baseline year).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve zero environmental impact by 2050.
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Human ResourcesMonozukuri (Manufacturing)Trust/Reliance