Climate Change Data

YJ Link Co., Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31)

Reporting Period: 2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:499.25 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:26.5 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:472.7 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:4083 GJ/year
Water Consumption:1944 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Installation of a 47kW rooftop solar power generation facility.
  • Replacement of LED lighting fixtures in the factory.
  • ISO 14001 environmental management certification.

Social Achievements

  • No safety accidents for 3 years.
  • No work-related illnesses for 3 years.
  • Various welfare benefits provided to employees (in-house gym, cafeteria, etc.).
  • Improved working conditions (new office chairs, in-house cafeteria).

Governance Achievements

  • Establishment of an ESG committee in January 2024.
  • ISO 45001 safety and health management system certification.
  • Implementation of a new Code of Ethics (effective October 1, 2023).

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality or minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Expand investment in R&D of eco-friendly products.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce energy consumption through various initiatives (LED replacement, solar power, etc.)
  • Develop emergency scenarios for natural disasters and conduct emergency response training.

Environmental Challenges

  • Rapid changes in domestic and international economic environments.
  • Increased water usage and shortage.
  • Strengthening environmental regulations and increasing interest in issues worldwide.
  • Lack of communication and collaboration with suppliers.
  • Manpower supply and demand issues.
  • Strengthening safety and health responsibilities under the Industrial Safety and Health Act.
  • Talent development and investment for employees.
  • Climate change related risks (natural disasters, increased power consumption, strengthening environmental policies).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Financial statement analysis and management, financial risk management, eco-friendly financial goals.
  • Systematic management of direct and indirect energy consumption, emission management.
  • Energy-saving campaigns, real-time monitoring of heating and cooling power usage.
  • Plans to install eco-friendly renewable energy (solar power generation facilities).
  • Establishment of procedures related to supplier environmental assessments.
  • Linkage agreements with local organizations and schools for recruitment.
  • Various welfare systems and improved working environment to increase employee satisfaction.
  • Fair and transparent recruitment process.
  • Emergency response training, regular safety inspections.
  • Central control and management of heating and cooling.
  • Investment in R&D of eco-friendly products, maintaining ISO14001 certification.
  • Internal grievance handling reporting channel and company website for reporting ethical violations.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Partner Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Natural disasters (typhoons, floods)
Transition Risks
  • Strengthening environmental policies and regulations
Opportunities
  • Expansion of renewable energy
  • Development of eco-friendly products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

Third-party Assurance: QuantifiedESG

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)

Initiatives such as renewable energy installation and greenhouse gas emission reduction contribute to these goals.