Climate Change Data

Earth Corporation

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

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:60% (plants by 2023), targeting 90% (research facilities by 2026) and 95% (offices by 2030)
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Global Environmental Issues
  • Sustainable Procurement
  • Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
  • Safe and Comfortable Lifestyles through Product Provision

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced CO2 emissions by 14% compared to 2020 (by 2023), targeting 28% by 2026 and 46% by 2030.
  • Increased renewable energy adoption at plants (60% by 2023), aiming for 90% at research facilities by 2026 and 95% at offices by 2030.
  • Improved water usage efficiency by 3% compared to 2020 (by 2023), targeting 6% by 2026 and 10% by 2030.
  • Achieved zero waste emissions from plants and research facilities by 2026, aiming to maintain this.
  • Established Earth ECO Standards in 2023 and expanding the scope of eco-friendly products.

Social Achievements

  • Maintained paid leave usage rate at at least 70% (2023, 2026 and 2030).
  • Increased female manager ratio to at least 10% by 2023, targeting 18% by 2026 and 30% by 2030.
  • Implemented various initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion, including LGBT awareness training and establishing a consultation window.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a CSR and Sustainability Promotion Department and a CSR and Sustainability Committee.
  • Established a Supplier Code of Conduct in August 2023.
  • Implemented regular reviews and revisions of internal rules and regulations.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 46% compared to 2020 by 2030.
  • Improve water usage efficiency by 10% compared to 2020 by 2030.
  • Increase female manager ratio to at least 30% by 2030.
  • Achieve 90% renewable energy at research facilities by 2026 and 95% at offices by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 28% compared to 2020 by 2026.
  • Improve water usage efficiency by 6% compared to 2020 by 2026.
  • Increase female manager ratio to at least 18% by 2026.

Environmental Challenges

  • Climate change impacts on business value chain.
  • Issues related to palm oil production (environmental impact, human rights, labor).
  • Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations and preventing major violations.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Transitioning to renewable energy sources.
  • Careful selection of palm oil suppliers and exploring alternative materials.
  • Enhancing the annual education and training plan implementation rate to maintain 100% compliance.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 198 out of 224 raw materials producers and contracted manufacturers completed CSR Self-assessment Questionnaire by June 2022.

Responsible Procurement
  • Earth CSR Procurement Guidelines (amended in 2020 and renamed Sustainable Procurement Guidelines), Supplier Code of Conduct (established in August 2023)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Abnormal weather conditions affecting value chain
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UNGC, TCFD

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3
  • SDG 5
  • SDG 8
  • SDG 12
  • SDG 13

Initiatives contribute to these goals through various environmental, social, and governance activities.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Products conforming to Earth ECO Standards
  • Refill products
  • Products using recycled materials
  • Sales promotion materials made with scallop shell powder

Awards & Recognition

  • Certified Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2023 (“White 500”)