Japan Logistics Fund, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:24,983 t-CO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:0 t-CO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:623 t-CO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:24,360 t-CO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:62,610 MWh/year
Water Consumption:123,787 m3/year
Waste Generated:10,602 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.016 t-CO2/㎡ in FY2023
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Resource Circulation
- Green Building
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
- Compliance
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions in FY2022 and FY2023 by purchasing non-fossil fuel certificates.
- Acquired green building certifications in 88.3% of the portfolio by the end of FY2023.
- Implemented green leases in 69.5% of the portfolio by the end of FY2023.
- 82.9% of the portfolio converted to LED lighting.
Social Achievements
- Conducted ESG study sessions for 100% of tenants and all PM companies.
- Achieved 81.3% usage of paid leave days.
- Achieved 100% response rate for health examinations and feedback interviews.
- Conducted training in diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) twice.
Governance Achievements
- Received the highest 5-star rating in the 2023 GRESB Real Estate Assessment for the third consecutive year.
- Maintains an A rating with MSCI ESG and is included in the MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index.
- 100% training participation rate for compliance training (6 hours/year).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by FY2050
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030 (compared to FY2021).
- Achieve net zero Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by FY2050.
Short-term Goals:
- Acquire green building certifications in 90% of portfolio by FY2025.
- Implement green leases in 70% of portfolio by FY2025.
- Achieve 75% usage of paid leave days by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Intensifying natural disasters and climate change impacts on portfolio profitability.
- Transitional risks from strengthened energy regulations, potential carbon tax, and evolving renewable energy technologies.
- Market risks from lower tenant demand and asset values at facilities with low environmental performance.
Mitigation Strategies
- Strengthening BCP support, implementing planned repairs, and promoting green leases.
- Engaging with tenants and PM companies to support compliance with energy regulations, studying energy conservation and generation, and acquiring green building certifications.
- Studying green finance to leverage increased investment opportunities from ESG-focused investors.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Requirements for corporate ethics, human rights, and industrial health and safety for property managers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Damage from intensifying typhoons and flooding
- Damage from changes to meteorological patterns and rising sea levels
Transition Risks
- Strengthened energy regulations
- Potential carbon tax
- Increased business expenses from compliance
Opportunities
- Enhanced competitiveness of properties with greater resilience against disasters.
- Increased investment opportunities from ESG-focused investors.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards
Certifications: GRESB, MSCI ESG
Third-party Assurance: Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC (FY2022), Japan Audit and Certification Organization for Environment and Quality (FY2023)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- 5-star rating in 2023 GRESB Real Estate Assessment