Climate Change Data

Astena Holdings Co., Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019-12 to 2020-11, 2023-11 to 2024-11)

Reporting Period: 2019-12 to 2020-11

Environmental Metrics

Total Energy Consumption:614,000 KWh (target)
Water Consumption:2,918 m3 (target)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced electricity consumption (though specific percentage is not provided, the report shows a comparison of target vs. actual for electricity, gasoline, water, paper, combustible waste, and incombustible waste)
  • Implemented various initiatives to reduce waste and promote recycling

Social Achievements

  • Continued various social contribution activities such as eco-cap campaigns, Nitiban roll core ECO projects, and donations.
  • Successfully implemented a flexible work style including telework, mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Governance Achievements

  • Established an ESG Promotion Department in December 2020 to further develop ESG/SDGs initiatives.
  • Implemented waste management guidelines and appointed waste management officers and practitioners.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Weak connection between employee work and environmental impact.
  • Insufficient awareness of industrial waste.
  • Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic impacting various business segments.
  • Potential for environmental pollution and legal violations due to illegal dumping by waste disposal companies.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improved employee environmental awareness.
  • Reviewed waste reduction and recycling measures.
  • Addressed the issue of insufficient industrial waste awareness through training and the implementation of waste management guidelines.
  • Implemented telework to reduce environmental impact and mitigate supply chain disruptions.

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Period: 2023-11 to 2024-11

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Governance
  • Social Impact
  • Human Rights

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 720t through zero-emission activities.
  • Achieved virtual zero CO2 emissions from electricity and gas usage at Tokai Mertex.
  • Installed solar panels at various locations, increasing renewable energy usage.
  • 80% caレット (cullet) content in "Silky Cover Oil Block" containers by the end of 2023.
  • Reduced redelivery rate to 1.1% through improved delivery time management.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented employee engagement surveys to improve work satisfaction.
  • Launched "Empowerment in Action" program to support women in the workplace.
  • Conducted high school entrepreneurship education program.
  • Conducted elementary school SDGs joint class.
  • Implemented a 360-degree evaluation for succession planning.
  • Achieved Health & Wellbeing Management Excellent Company certification for multiple subsidiaries.
  • Participated in various social contribution activities (progging, cleaning, blood donation, Eco-cap campaign).

Governance Achievements

  • Established a Sustainability Promotion Committee.
  • Implemented a robust corporate governance structure with a majority of independent outside directors.
  • Regularly conducts effectiveness evaluations of the board of directors.
  • Established internal control systems and risk management frameworks.
  • Implemented compliance training programs.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 30% (Scope 1+2) compared to 2021 by 2030.
  • Achieve 60% renewable energy utilization rate at company sites by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased business costs due to multiple factors.
  • Impact of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in 2024 on Suzu City headquarters and social impact business.
  • Decreased renewable energy ratio in 2023 due to reduced electricity consumption at Sperapharma.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Focusing on agility and adaptation to changing business environments.
  • Implementing measures to reduce CO2 emissions and increase renewable energy usage.
  • Supporting the reconstruction of the affected areas through the "Astena Wind People" caravan.
  • Strengthening the integration of sustainability and diversity into company culture.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Commitment to co-prosperity and collaboration with suppliers.
  • Adherence to fair pricing, payment terms, intellectual property rights, and work-style reform principles.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Natural disasters (earthquakes, typhoons)
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
  • Market shifts
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and technologies

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD

Certifications: RSPO (for palm oil)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)
  • Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 15 (Life on Land)
  • Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

Various initiatives contribute to these goals through sustainable practices, community engagement, and responsible business operations.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Pureal cosmetics (using FSC certified paper and vegetable inks)
  • Aroma Stick PAIPO (using bio-based materials)
  • Silky Cover Oil Block (using cullet)
  • Organic rice cultivated using AIGAMO robot

Awards & Recognition

  • Sport in Life Award (Excellent Award)