Nippon Building Fund Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2015-01 to 2015-06, 2022, 2023, 2024-01 to 2024-06)
Reporting Period: 2015-01 to 2015-06
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Friendliness
- Social Considerations
Environmental Achievements
- Participated in the 2015 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) survey.
- Acquired environmental certifications (CASBEE, DBJ Green Building Certification, Tokyo Metropolitan Top-Level-Facility Certification) for various properties.
- Implemented energy-saving measures (LED lighting, high-efficiency air conditioning) in several buildings.
- Retrofitted HVAC systems in multiple buildings.
Social Achievements
- Established the “Policy for Environmental Considerations” on March 26, 2015.
- Implemented a disaster impact evaluation system and installed more emergency power generators.
- Engaged with tenants and communities through concerts and photo contests.
- Provided well-being initiatives for tenants (umbrella lending).
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
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: GRESB
Certifications: CASBEE, DBJ Green Building Certification, Tokyo Metropolitan Top-Level-Facility Certification
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 46% or more by 2030 (compared to 2013)
- Achieved 1.5 times reduction in CO2 emissions per unit of output by 2022 (compared to 2015)
- Introduced a new system for managing CO2 emissions in 2020
- Implemented initiatives to reduce water consumption and improve energy efficiency
- Pursuing green finance initiatives
Social Achievements
- Launched employee well-being programs
- Engaged with stakeholders to improve understanding of ESG initiatives
- Implemented initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion
- Strengthened relationships with communities
Governance Achievements
- Established the “Policy for ESG Initiatives”
- Implemented a corporate governance system
- Enhanced compliance and risk management systems
- Strengthened stakeholder engagement
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero emissions by 2050
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025
- Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050
Environmental Challenges
- Tightening environmental regulations
- Changes in stakeholder preferences for real estate
- Supply chain disruptions
Mitigation Strategies
- Proactive disclosure of ESG initiatives
- Strengthening ESG initiatives to increase asset value
- Developing alternative sourcing strategies
- Implementing responsible procurement practices
- Strengthening stakeholder engagement
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Code of conduct
- Supplier sustainability requirements
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, TCFD
Certifications: CASBEE, LEED, BELS
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 97.2% of NBF's properties were Eligible Green Assets as of December 31, 2023.
- 40.9% reduction in GHG emissions (Scope 1+2) by 2023 compared to 2021.
- 43.2% reduction in CO2 emission intensity by 2023 compared to 2013.
- 17.3% reduction in water consumption intensity by 2023 compared to 2019.
- Promotion of LED lighting (55% of lighting fixtures converted to LED).
- Introduction of renewable energy, focusing on FIT Non-Fossil certificates electricity.
- Implementation of water-saving equipment and reuse of rainwater and greywater.
- Improved waste recycling rate (62.1% in 2023).
Social Achievements
- Annual tenant satisfaction surveys conducted and actions taken based on feedback (e.g., Shinjuku Mitsui Bldg. No.2 renovations).
- Annual employee satisfaction surveys conducted and initiatives implemented based on results (e.g., expanding training support).
- Initiatives for local communities (e.g., lunchtime concerts, community revitalization projects, disaster preparedness).
- Increased female employee rate from 13.3% in FY2019 to 39.5% in FY2023.
- 100% maternity leave taken rate and 40% childcare leave taken rate.
- 74% paid vacation usage rate in FY2023.
Governance Achievements
- Established ESG Promotion Committee to oversee and promote ESG initiatives.
- Established a robust governance structure including Compliance Committee, Risk Management Meeting, and Investment Review Meeting.
- Implemented a remuneration policy that considers sustainability targets.
- No compliance incidents reported from January to December 2023.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Reduce GHG emissions (Scope 1+2+3) by 90% by 2050 (compared to 2021).
- Achieve 100% green building certification coverage.
- Reduce GHG emissions (Scope 1+2) by 42% by 2030 (compared to 2021).
Environmental Challenges
- Climate-related risks (transition risks and physical risks such as extreme weather events).
- Data limitations due to reliance on tenants and building management companies for raw data at the property level.
Mitigation Strategies
- Set GHG emissions reduction targets (42% reduction by 2030, net zero by 2050).
- Implementing energy-saving renovations and introducing renewable energy.
- Building a portfolio with superior environmental performance.
- Introducing Internal Carbon Pricing (ICP).
- Systematic implementation of building and facility improvements for disaster resilience.
- Strengthening BCP system and conducting disaster drills.
- Engaging an independent third-party accounting firm for assurance report on data accuracy.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Adherence to Mitsui Fudosan Group Sustainable Procurement Standards.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (typhoons, floods, heavy rains)
- Rising sea levels
- Rising average temperatures
Transition Risks
- Introduction of GHG emissions regulations
- Introduction of carbon taxes
- Strengthening of energy conservation standards
- Changes in environmental performance values in financing
- Changes in tenants' needs for environmental performance
Opportunities
- Higher rents for properties with high environmental performance
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- Acquisition of Green Building Certification
- Procurement of Green Finance
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TCFD, GRESB, CDP
Certifications: DBJ Green Building Certification, CASBEE, BELS
Third-party Assurance: Deloitte Tohmatsu Sustainability Co., Ltd.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- GRESB Green Star (9 consecutive years), 4 Stars overall GRESB score (2023).
Reporting Period: 2024-01 to 2024-06
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Social contribution
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 63% of the entire portfolio converted to LEDs
- 98.8% acquisition rate of green building certification (based on total floor area)
Social Achievements
- PDCA cycle set up to reflect issues and improvements from daily management and customer satisfaction surveys
- Strive to provide a safe, secure, and comfortable environment for tenants
Governance Achievements
- Regular compliance training for all employees and directors
- Actively working to obtain evaluations and certifications from external organizations (GRESB Real Estate Evaluation 4-star overall score in 2023)
Climate Goals & Targets
- 90% reduction of total GHG emissions (Scope 1+2+3) by 2050 (2021 baseline)
- 42% reduction of total GHG emissions (Scope 1+2) by 2030 (2021 baseline)
- CO2 emissions intensity by 46% by 2030 (2013 baseline)
- water consumption intensity by 5% by 2030 (2019 baseline)
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
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: GRESB, TCFD
Certifications: DBJ Green Building Certification, CASBEE Building Evaluation Certification, CASBEE Real Estate Evaluation Certification
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed