- Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical risks and increased transportation costs.
- Increasing pressure for zero-emission products and stricter plastic restrictions.
- Fragility of supply chains in achieving carbon emission reduction goals.
- High employee turnover rates.
Castles Technology Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Castles Technology Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.2K metric tons CO2e (Scope 1: 103.56 Scope 2: 726.49 Scope 3: 3334.07). By scope: Scope 1: 103.5573 tCO2e; Scope 2: 726.4862 tCO2e; Scope 3: 3.3K tCO2e. 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
4.2K metric tons CO2e (Scope 1: 103.56 Scope 2: 726.49 Scope 3: 3334.07)
2023
Water Usage
13.40 ML (Withdrawal)
2023
Waste
69.564 tons (E-waste: 7.664 tons, Domestic waste: 61.90 tons)
2023
Energy Use
5.0K GJ (Electricity: 4968.46 GJ Gasoline: 38.41 GJ)
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). | 103.5573 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 726.4862 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 3.3K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed organizational carbon inventory following ISO 14064-1:2018 for Taiwan operations; planning to expand globally.
- Reduced plastic in S1F2 POS device packaging by 88% and carton weight by 17% and volume by 16%.
- Opened a new repair center in France to reduce transportation emissions and e-waste.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase QRF satisfaction target to 94% in 2024.
- Achieve ISO 27001 certification by 2024.
- Complete Castles Technology carbon reduction blueprint plan by 2024.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 100% utilization of zero carbon emissions or renewable energy by 2050.
- Complete carbon inventory of overseas business locations by 2025.
- Pass ISO 45001 verification in 2025.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental StewardshipSocial ResponsibilityCorporate Governance