Climate Change Data

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Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:137,216 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:6,791 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:130,425 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:12,118 tCO2e (fuel and energy) + 2,219 tCO2e (waste) + 310 tCO2e (upstream leased assets) + 4,536 tCO2e (downstream logistics) = 19,183 tCO2e/year (Note: this is an incomplete Scope 3 calculation)
Renewable Energy Share:0.023%
Total Energy Consumption:2,811.36 TJ/year
Water Consumption:2,947,345 tons/year
Waste Generated:52,451 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Safety
  • Health
  • Environment
  • Carbon Management
  • Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 10.9%
  • Increased waste recycling rate to 24.5% (8.1% increase)
  • Increased water reuse rate to 23.1% (3.9% increase)
  • Increased renewable energy usage (though the percentage is very low at 0.023%)
  • Constructed a 2,000-ton/day wastewater treatment plant at B2 in 2023
  • Achieved a comprehensive ESG rating of A in 2023

Social Achievements

  • Conducted CPR training for 1,882 employees
  • Implemented various employee wellbeing initiatives (e.g., health promotion campaigns)
  • Participated in community cleanup campaigns
  • Supported collaboration with suppliers on safety and health
  • Implemented a chemical substance management system (CSMS)

Governance Achievements

  • Established an EHS management system
  • Maintained ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications
  • Complied with environmental regulations and laws
  • Implemented a green management system
  • Actively engaged with stakeholders through various communication channels

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality (Net-Zero)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 14.5% compared to 2019 levels by 2030
Short-term Goals:
  • Achieve 25% water reuse rate
  • Achieve 30% waste recycling rate

Environmental Challenges

  • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions to meet the 2030 NDC target
  • Managing water resources effectively
  • Improving waste management practices
  • Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
  • Maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in renewable energy facilities (solar power)
  • Implementing energy efficiency measures (FEMS)
  • Developing and implementing waste reduction and recycling strategies
  • Strengthening environmental risk management
  • Providing regular safety and health training to employees and contractors

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 28 suppliers assessed for environmental risks in 2023

Responsible Procurement
  • Green purchasing initiatives
  • Supplier safety and health assessments

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and processes

Awards & Recognition

  • 2023 Environmental Merit Award (Awarded to Im Tae-gyun)