Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Change
• Energy Conservation
• Waste Reduction
• Community Engagement
• Product Development (Eco-products)

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2 emissions by 23%
• Reduced energy consumption by 23%
• Reduced electricity consumption by 23%
• Developed eco-friendly products: Rakuraku Bracket and Aronburukoat
• CO2 absorption of 35t-CO2 through collaborative forest project

Social Achievements

• Collaborative forest project in Tosa-cho, Kochi Prefecture
• Held a construction site experience learning program for high school students
• Participated in cleanup activities in various locations

Governance Achievements

• Implemented ISO14001 certification across all business sites
• Established environmental management systems and committees at each site
• Developed and implemented energy saving plans

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing environmental impact from manufacturing and construction activities
• Reducing energy consumption
• Reducing waste generation

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented various energy-saving measures across all sites (e.g., replacing compressors, implementing idling stop, using public transportation)
• Improved waste separation and recycling practices
• Developed and implemented energy saving plans
• Participated in government-sponsored energy saving programs

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ISO 14001

Certifications: ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Rakuraku Bracket
• Aronburukoat

Awards & Recognition

• Matsuto City Genkotsu Declaration Business Office AAA ranking

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2 emissions (specific numbers vary by location and are presented in graphs and tables within the report, not easily quantifiable in a single percentage)
• Reduced energy consumption (specific numbers vary by location and are presented in graphs and tables within the report, not easily quantifiable in a single percentage)
• Improved waste recycling and reduction (specific numbers vary by location and are presented in graphs and tables within the report, not easily quantifiable in a single percentage)
• Developed and implemented various eco-products (e.g., wind power system, steel-concrete composite floor slab, fall protection device, concrete deterioration prevention agent, railway simple assembly type mobile scaffolding)

Social Achievements

• Conducted environmental patrols at seven construction sites in 2012
• Participated in community activities such as cleaning activities around factories and coastal areas
• Held construction site tours for schoolchildren
• Participated in the 'Light Down Campaign'
• Maintained AAA ranking in Matsudo City's 'Genkotsu Declaration Business Office'

Governance Achievements

• Operated an environmental and quality management system with full employee participation
• Established environmental annual targets for all sites
• Complied with environmental laws and regulations
• Conducted internal audits and management reviews

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing residual paint, industrial waste, and waste oil
• Reducing exhaust gas and CO2 emissions
• Addressing challenges related to cost-effectiveness of certain environmental measures
• Maintaining environmental awareness among employees
• Managing waste from construction sites (littering, discarded items from upstream)

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented measures for reuse of cleaning solvents, paint usage management, waste paper and styrofoam recycling
• Promoted idling stop for transport vehicles
• Developed and implemented various eco-products
• Conducted regular environmental patrols and internal audits
• Implemented various energy-saving initiatives (e.g., installation of energy-efficient compressors, setting indoor temperature to 20℃)

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Selection of low-vibration, low-noise construction equipment

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Wind power generation

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ISO 14001

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Wind power system
• Steel-concrete composite floor slab
• Fall protection device
• Concrete deterioration prevention agent
• Railway simple assembly type mobile scaffolding

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2 emissions (Specific numbers need further extraction from the report's graphs)
• Reduced energy consumption (Specific numbers need further extraction from the report's graphs)
• Implemented various initiatives to reduce waste at multiple sites (details in the report)
• Developed and implemented eco-products such as pipeslab and rakuraku bracket, contributing to reduced environmental impact during construction.
• Installed solar power generation equipment (Sky Solar Project) at multiple locations.

Social Achievements

• Held workshops and community events at construction sites to foster local engagement.
• Participated in COP25 and presented on the introduction of 300kW wind turbines to island nations.

Governance Achievements

• Implemented a medium-term management plan (2019-2023) focusing on sustainable development and corporate governance.
• Established and maintained ISO9001 and ISO14001 certifications.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Stricter new bridge orders, prolonged stagnation in steel orders, and rapid changes in the business environment.
• Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic (mentioned in the report's discussion of 2019 results).

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed a new medium-term management plan (2019-2023) to address the changing business environment.
• Implemented measures to improve productivity and enhance competitiveness.
• Continued efforts to improve work styles and develop new businesses.

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Pipeslab
• Rakuraku Bracket
• Aromble Coat Z-X, Z-Y

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Change
• Environmental Management
• Waste Reduction
• Community Engagement
• Employee Engagement
• Safety
• Sustainable Products

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced unit energy consumption by 2% or more at major business sites (specific percentages vary by site).
• Implemented various energy-saving measures, including peak power suppression, efficient process planning, and consideration of energy consumption during equipment introduction.
• Generated approximately 15.8% of total electricity usage at the Futtsu factory through wind power.
• Developed and implemented eco-products such as Pipe Slab, R-Anchor, and Alon Blue Coat.

Social Achievements

• Participated in community activities such as local festivals, cleanup drives, and paper recycling initiatives.
• Implemented workplace safety patrols at all construction sites.
• Conducted workplace experience programs for local students (prior to 2020).

Governance Achievements

• Continued participation in the Matsudo City's Global Warming Countermeasures Project, achieving AAA ranking.
• Implemented various initiatives to improve employee awareness of waste reduction and recycling.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Decreased new bridge construction orders.
• Increased competition in bridge construction.
• Shortage of skilled workers and engineers.
• Rising construction costs.
• Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on economic activity and project timelines.

Mitigation Strategies

• Strengthened order competitiveness through high evaluation in bridge construction projects.
• Leveraged the combined strengths of steel structures, bridges, and overseas projects in construction.
• Implemented RPA to improve work efficiency.
• Developed drone technology for improved accuracy in site surveying.
• Launched the KH Future Creation Project for young talent development.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Selection of low-noise, low-vibration, and emission-compliant construction equipment.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities

• Increased demand for renewable energy technologies (wind turbines).

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Pipe Slab
• R-Anchor
• Alon Blue Coat