Kuwazawa Group
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Operates a large-scale solar power plant, "Tantan Energy Farm", with approximately 7,300 solar panels.
- Produces wood biomass fuel from leftover materials, used for heating public facilities in Wakkanai Town.
- Developed and launched the "Waterproof Bancho™" exterior waterproofing system, contributing to disaster preparedness.
Social Achievements
- Issued a "Health Management Declaration" in April 2022, focusing on employee health and well-being.
- Supported the "Cheer for Hokkaido's Regional Medical Care" donation campaign.
- Sponsored the "YOSAKOI Soran Festival" team "GOGO'S & Kuwazawa Group" for 24 years.
Governance Achievements
- Increased dividend per share from 6 yen to 10 yen for the fiscal year ending March 2022.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Rising construction costs due to soaring material prices.
- Uncertainty in the economic outlook due to material price increases and geopolitical risks.
Mitigation Strategies
- Strengthening product supply systems to meet customer demands.
- Promoting further rationalization and cost reduction to improve profitability.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Waterproof Bancho™
- Wood biomass fuel
Awards & Recognition
- Japan Resilience Award (Best Award)