Climate Change Data

Wacom Co., Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:914 t-CO2 (2021)
Scope 3 Emissions:764,349 t-CO2e (2021) (Scope 3 emissions breakdown provided in report)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Governance
  • Supply Chain Responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved 0 ppm defect rate in EMR digital pen production (January 2023), reducing waste.
  • Achieved zero CO2 emissions at the head office in Saitama Prefecture (November 2022) by using renewable energy.
  • Improved CDP environmental disclosure score from 'D' in 2019 to 'C' in 2020 and beyond.
  • Reduced CO2 emissions to 914 t-CO2 in fiscal year 2021, lower than the revised target of 1032 t-CO2.

Social Achievements

  • Established the "Wacom Suppliers Code of Conduct" based on the RBA Code of Conduct.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to develop recycled aluminum and PCR plastic for products.
  • Conducted environmental audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with hazardous substance regulations.

Governance Achievements

  • Launched an ESG Task Force in 2019 to improve ESG evaluations and disclosures.
  • Disclosed Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions data by March 2023.
  • Participated in the Japan Climate Initiative (JCI) in April 2021.
  • Established a Compliance Risk Committee to manage climate-related risks.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 48% by 2030 compared to 2014.
  • Regular use of PCR plastic and recyclable aluminum in products by 2025.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce defect rate in production to maintain 0 ppm.

Environmental Challenges

  • Reducing CO2 emissions from logistics (air freight, vehicle efficiency).
  • Ensuring sufficient supply of eco-friendly materials.
  • Managing climate-related risks such as extreme weather events and carbon pricing.
  • Managing risks associated with contracted manufacturing partners.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Using sea freight for overseas transport whenever possible.
  • Improving loading efficiency for air freight.
  • Encouraging eco-friendly vehicles for domestic deliveries.
  • Centralizing deliveries through large-scale facilities.
  • Collaborating with suppliers to develop recycled materials.
  • Conducting environmental audits of suppliers.
  • Developing Business Continuity Planning (BCP) measures.
  • Implementing renewable energy at the head office.
  • Setting CO2 emission reduction targets (48% by 2030).

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 27 audits in FY2023

Responsible Procurement
  • Wacom Suppliers Code of Conduct (based on RBA Code of Conduct).

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events (floods, storm surges)
  • Damage to facilities and operational disruptions
Transition Risks
  • Carbon pricing (carbon tax)
  • Increased electricity costs
  • Increased indirect costs due to price pass-through from suppliers
Opportunities
  • Increased demand for energy-efficient products
  • Increased demand for paperless solutions

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TCFD

Certifications: ISO 14001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Focus on reducing environmental impact through product design, material selection, and manufacturing processes.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 (using PCR plastic and recycled aluminum)