Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• CO2 emissions reduction
• Food loss reduction
• Plastic reduction
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Employee well-being
• Community engagement
• Supply chain sustainability
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2 emissions per store by 27.1% compared to 2013 (Note: The report mentions a 2030 target of 50% reduction from 2013, but doesn't provide the 2020 achievement in the same quantified manner. The 27.1% figure is from a footnote.)
• Reduced plastic usage through various initiatives (e.g., switching to paper containers, reducing plastic in packaging)
• Reduced food loss through improved ordering systems and value pricing

Social Achievements

• Launched various employee well-being programs, including flexible work arrangements and health initiatives.
• Increased female management representation (specific percentage not explicitly stated, but progress is shown in charts)
• Implemented initiatives to support working mothers
• Expanded community investment through various programs (specific currency amount not explicitly stated)

Governance Achievements

• Established a robust compliance and risk management system
• Increased board diversity (specific percentage not explicitly stated)
• Linked executive compensation to ESG performance (details not explicitly stated)

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Changes in consumer behavior and preferences due to the pandemic and remote work
• Maintaining profitability during the pandemic
• Addressing climate change and its impacts

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented various cost-cutting measures
• Enhanced product offerings to meet changing consumer needs (e.g., increased focus on fresh, frozen, and chilled foods)
• Expanded delivery services
• Developed alternative sourcing strategies
• Implemented various ESG initiatives to mitigate climate-related risks

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Use of Rainforest Alliance certified coffee beans
• Use of FSC® certified materials
• Fair and equitable trade practices with suppliers

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events, flooding

Transition Risks

• Changes in carbon pricing, GHG emission regulations, and plastic regulations

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and services
• Reduced costs through energy efficiency improvements

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: International Integrated Reporting Framework

Certifications: ISO 14001 (Note: The report mentions that Lawson transitioned to a voluntary environmental management system in December 2019.)

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Paper cups and containers
• Products made with plant-based materials

Awards & Recognition

• Nadeshiko Brand (selected multiple times)
• Health Management Brand (selected multiple times)
• Health Management Excellent Corporation (selected multiple times)
• Resilience Certification

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Safety and Security
• Social Infrastructure and Community Coexistence
• Sustainable Environmental Conservation Activities for a Decarbonized Society
• Providing Overwhelmingly High Value-Added Products and Services
• Supporting the Health Promotion of All People
• Providing a Work Environment That Is Easy and Rewarding to Work In

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced plastic usage by approximately 79% in 2021 through portioned sales (compared to plastic container sales).
• Reduced plastic usage by approximately 67 tons annually by introducing spoons and forks with holes and shorter lengths.
• Reduced plastic usage by approximately 2,165 tons annually through changes to ice cup materials and lids.
• Installation of CO2 refrigerant refrigeration and freezing systems in approximately 4,600 stores (as of the end of February 2022), significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
• Plan to supply renewable energy from off-site solar power generation facilities to approximately 3,600 Lawson stores from fiscal year 2022 onwards, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 19,000 tons annually.

Social Achievements

• Launched various initiatives to support the health promotion of all people, including the development of health-conscious products, collaboration with local governments on health initiatives, and strengthening the sales of pharmaceuticals.
• Implemented initiatives to create a work environment that is easy and rewarding to work in, including employee training and development, support systems for franchise owners, and promotion of employee retention.
• Supported children's education through various programs, including the Student City program, corporate internship work, and online special classes for hospitalized children.
• Conducted various community engagement activities, including food drives, donations to food banks, and support for disaster relief efforts.
• Received a three-star rating from HDI JAPAN for the call center's response quality in 2021, the first for the convenience store industry.

Governance Achievements

• Established a unified inquiry window for franchise stores, providing 24/7 support and improving the ease of use.
• Participated in the “Safety Station” activities of the Japan Franchise Association, contributing to safe and secure community building and promoting the sound development of the industry.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Food loss
• Plastic waste reduction
• CO2 emissions reduction throughout the supply chain
• Meeting evolving customer needs in a changing society
• Supporting franchise stores in a challenging business environment

Mitigation Strategies

• AI-driven price reduction recommendations for products with short expiration dates.
• Implementation of “temaedori” initiative to reduce food waste.
• Recycling of leftover food and used cooking oil.
• Introduction of portioned sales, upcycled products, and eco-friendly packaging.
• Efficient logistics network, including pilot programs with fuel cell and electric trucks.
• Energy-saving initiatives in stores, including the “Energy-Saving 10 Commandments”.
• Collaboration with suppliers to reduce CO2 emissions throughout the supply chain.
• 24/7 support for franchise stores through a unified inquiry window.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Collaboration with suppliers to reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainable practices.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 2: Zero Hunger
• Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal 13: Climate Action

Lawson's initiatives contribute to these goals through various environmental and social programs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Upcycled products
• Portioned sales of daily necessities and food items

Awards & Recognition

• 2020 Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award for Promoting Youth Experiential Activities

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Workforce Diversity and Inclusion
• Employee Well-being
• Health Management
• Community Investment
• Sustainable Supply Chain
• Environmental Sustainability
• Human Rights

Environmental Achievements

• Increased use of FSC® and PEFC certified paper products and packaging.
• Use of Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans in MACHI café.
• Plastic reduction initiatives in Natural Lawson stores (e.g., bulk sales of detergents, hand soap, shampoo, dried fruits, and nuts).

Social Achievements

• Launched "100 million yen challenge" internal proposal system to encourage employee innovation and improve work satisfaction.
• Held Lawson Lively Salon (cross-departmental exchange meetings) to foster diversity and inclusion.
• Continued efforts to increase the percentage of female managers to 30% by 2030.
• Implemented a short-term childcare leave system.
• Introduced remote work system and raised retirement age to 65.
• Established a special subsidiary to promote employment of people with disabilities.
• Established on-site childcare facilities.
• Established labor-management consultation forums to improve employee work efficiency and working environment.
• Achieved 6 consecutive years of recognition as a Health Management Excellent Company.
• Supported 27 schools and approximately 1,100 junior and senior high school students through corporate internship programs.
• Developed products in collaboration with high school students, particularly in the Tohoku region.
• Supported community through "Lawson Group 'Machi no Shiawase' Fund" donations.
• Provided educational programs for elementary school students at Student City in Sendai.
• Created videos on SDGs using Lawson's main products.

Governance Achievements

• Established the Lawson Group Human Rights Policy.
• Implemented human rights due diligence.
• Established various reporting channels for human rights issues (e.g., supplier hotline, crew hotline, owner hotline).
• Participated in the stakeholder engagement program hosted by the Keizaijin Koryuen Conference Japan Committee.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Labor shortages
• Maintaining strong relationships with franchisees amidst challenges like COVID-19.

Mitigation Strategies

• Introduced various systems to improve efficiency of store operations (e.g., automated change machine POS register, semi-auto ordering, planned ordering, tablets).
• Launched "matchbox" service for temporary staffing.
• Provided support for franchisees through various initiatives (e.g., multiple store management support, training support for store managers, owner support system, Lawson Owner Welfare Association).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Adherence to Lawson Group Trading Policy and Procurement Policy
• Collaboration with stakeholders to create a sustainable supply chain
• Use of Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans
• Use of FSC® and PEFC certified paper products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact

Certifications: FSC®, PEFC, Rainforest Alliance

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• FSC® and PEFC certified paper products and packaging
• Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans

Awards & Recognition

• Health Management Excellent Company (6 consecutive years)
• Youth Experience Promotion Enterprise Award (審査委員会奨励賞)