- Potential increase in operating costs due to carbon pricing and changes in energy costs.
- Price hikes resulting from changes in regulations and supply-demand balance for packaging materials.
- Losses from disaster response costs and business shutdowns due to extreme weather.
- Potential impact of the spread of infectious diseases on business operations.
Nihon Chouzai Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2024 reporting, Nihon Chouzai Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 649.3K t-CO2 (FY2023). By scope: Scope 1: 5.2K t-CO2 (FY2023); Scope 2: 25.1K t-CO2 (FY2023); Scope 3: 649.3K t-CO2 (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
649.3K t-CO2 (FY2023)
2024
Water Usage
65.8K ㎥ (FY2023)
2024
📊 Emissions by Scope (2024)
| 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). | 5.2K t-CO2 (FY2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 25.1K t-CO2 (FY2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 649.3K t-CO2 (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 |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 649.3K t-CO2 (FY2023) |
| 2022 | 36.1K t-CO2e (Scope 1 & 2 combined) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Nihon Generic switched all gas use to carbon-neutral LNG at two Tsukuba plants and one research laboratory.
- Installed in-house solar power generation systems at Tsukuba Plant, Tsukuba Plant No. 2 and Choseido Pharmaceutical's Headquarters Plant No. 2.
- Switched all plastic bags used in pharmacies to biomass materials.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Dispensing Pharmacy Business: Reduce CO2 emissions per store by 30% (compared to FY2020) by 2030.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Sales Business: Reduce CO2 emissions per 100 million tablets produced by 30% (compared to FY2020) by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality (zero CO2 emissions in real terms) by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Healthcare quality and accessibilityQuality and stable supply of pharmaceuticalsResolving human issues at healthcare institutionsContributing to a carbon-neutral, circular economyFostering and utilizing diverse manpowerStrengthening governance to fulfill social responsibilities