Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Food waste reduction
• Poverty alleviation
• Community support

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced food waste by facilitating the redistribution of surplus food.

Social Achievements

• Provided food support to approximately 6,500 households in Fukuoka Prefecture (Food Bank Fukuoka).
• Supported approximately 3,500 households in Nara Prefecture (Food Bank Nara).
• Supported approximately 200 households in Amagi City (Amagi Food Bank).

Governance Achievements

• Established the Fukuoka Prefecture Food Bank Association to improve coordination and efficiency.
• Developed a standardized operating manual for food banks in the Tohoku region.
• Implemented improved inventory management systems in several food banks.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Securing funding for sustainable operations.
• Improving communication and collaboration among food banks.
• Efficient inventory management.
• Effective fundraising.
• Strengthening administrative partnerships.
• Increasing awareness of food banks.
• Developing effective outreach strategies.
• Managing the increasing demand for food assistance.
• Ensuring food safety and quality.
• Building relationships with businesses for food donations.

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented fundraising strategies, including special corporate membership programs.
• Organized workshops and information-sharing sessions.
• Developed inventory management tools and systems.
• Established partnerships with local governments and businesses.
• Improved communication and outreach through websites and social media.
• Created standardized operating manuals and guidelines.
• Established regional networks to improve food distribution and resource allocation.
• Provided training and support to new food banks.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Agreements with food donors to ensure food safety and quality.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 2: Zero Hunger
• SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

The initiatives contribute to these goals by reducing food waste, providing food assistance to vulnerable populations, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.