- Climate change related risks (physical and transition risks)
- Data privacy risks associated with AI development
- AI ethics risks
- Potential for increased regulation of AI technologies
- Unforeseen internal control risks, such as employee misconduct
NCSOFT Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, NCSOFT Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 161.4K tCO2e/year (consolidated). By scope: Scope 1: 680.5 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 29.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 131.0K 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
161.4K tCO2e/year (consolidated)
2023
Water Usage
271.8K m3/year
2023
Waste
528 tons/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). | 680.5 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 29.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 131.0K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved LEED GOLD certification for R&D Center and NC Tower I.
- Replaced R&D Center lighting with LEDs, reducing energy consumption.
- Reduced filter waste by 99% through reusable filters.
- Implemented greywater recycling system, saving approximately 5,900㎥ of water in 2023.
- Expanded GHG emission information and environmental impact reduction activities to domestic subsidiaries.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce LTIFR to 0.5 or less.
📅 Medium-term
- Expand the Human Rights Management System to subsidiaries and supply chain.
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030 (implied)
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions by 2050 (implied)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Human Capital ManagementInformation Security & Data PrivacyBusiness EthicsBusiness CompetitivenessCorporate GovernanceEnvironmental ManagementDiversity & Inclusion in ContentUser (Customer) CommunicationHuman Rights Management