Climate Change Data

日本精線株式会社

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-04 to 2024-03)

Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:20,650 tCO2e/year (domestic Scope 1 & 2, 2023)
Renewable Energy Share:Partial shift to CO2-free electricity (2022 onwards)
Total Energy Consumption:34,637 thousand kWh/year (electricity, 2023) + 4,678 thousand m3/year (city gas, 2023)
Water Consumption:522 thousand m3/year (2023)
Waste Generated:3,237 tons/year (2023)
Carbon Intensity:Reduced CO2 emission intensity by 26% (2023 vs. 2013)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Human Rights
  • Health Management
  • Fair Trade
  • Business Continuity Management (BCM)
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Governance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Product Quality
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Circular Economy
  • Resource Efficiency
  • QOL Improvement

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced CO2 emissions by 36% (2023 vs. 2013), CO2 emission intensity reduced by 26%
  • Achieved a recycling rate of 64.5% (average of two domestic factories)
  • Implemented measures for water resource conservation, achieving compliance with stringent wastewater standards.
  • Completed disposal of high-concentration PCBs.

Social Achievements

  • Established a “Health Management Promotion System” and received the “Health Management Excellent Corporation” certification for five consecutive years.
  • Established the “Women's Active Promotion Team” to promote women's career development.
  • Formulated and implemented the “Nippon Seisen Group Human Rights Policy”.
  • Implemented a worker monitoring system to detect accidents and health changes early.
  • Conducted VR safety training to improve worker safety awareness.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a Sustainability Committee and a Compliance and Risk Management Committee.
  • Established a Special Committee to address conflicts of interest between the controlling shareholder and minority shareholders.
  • Appointed three outside directors (including one female director) to strengthen governance.
  • Implemented a new stock-based compensation system for executives.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 (Scope 1 & 2)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce Scope 1 & 2 CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030 (compared to 2013)
  • Achieve a recycling rate of 70% by 2030 (average of two domestic factories)
  • Increase the percentage of women in C-level positions to 15% and T-level positions to 5% by 2026.
  • Triple the number of female managers by 2026.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce water usage by 5% by 2030 (compared to 2013)

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased operating costs due to carbon pricing and renewable energy use.
  • Supply chain disruptions and increased resource prices due to geopolitical events.
  • Decreased demand for some products due to market adjustments.
  • Shortage of human resources due to demographic changes.
  • Climate-related risks such as natural disasters.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy use to reduce CO2 emissions.
  • Developing alternative sourcing strategies and strengthening supply chain resilience.
  • Investing in new products and markets in sustainability growth areas.
  • Implementing measures to improve workplace environment and employee engagement.
  • Developing and implementing a Business Continuity Plan (BCP).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of conduct
  • Supplier sustainability requirements
  • Human rights due diligence

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
  • Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
  • Strengthening environmental regulations
  • Changes in market demand
Opportunities
  • Increased demand for products related to renewable energy and clean technologies.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, IIRC International

Certifications: ISO 14001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)

Nippon Seisen's products and technologies contribute to these SDGs through renewable energy, resource efficiency, and sustainable manufacturing practices.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • High-performance materials for renewable energy applications (solar panels, wind turbines)
  • High-precision gas filters for semiconductor manufacturing
  • Hydrogen-related technologies
  • High-strength, resource-efficient materials for various applications

Awards & Recognition

  • Health Management Excellent Corporation (5 consecutive years)