Energy and Emissions
At Takasago, most of the energy used is electricity purchased for use in production sites and offices.
Takasago has been working through various methods to reduce use of energy related to CO2 emissions, such as by adopting energy-saving and resource-saving equipment and processes and by controlling air conditioning temperature settings properly. To further reduce CO2 emissions, Takasago is proactively considering switching to energy sources with lower CO2 emissions such as renewable energy through analyzing the condition and situation of each site as well as business and stakeholder needs.
Water and Effluents
As a chemical products manufacturer, Takasago requires sufficient quantity and quality of water. Therefore, we recognize the importance of securing a sufficient quantity and quality of water for the group’s operations.
Though currently Takasago production sites have secured a sufficient quantity and quality of water, Takasago has to anticipate a decrease in the available quantity and quality of water due to changes in situations such as the climate. Takasago manages water resources appropriately and is promoting the reduction of water usage throughout the entire group.
EHS HQ continuously collects and monitors data regarding the total water withdrawal of the entire group using T-ReCS®, a data management system.
Total Water Withdrawal by Source
| water withdrawal (ML) | 2020 | 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All areas | Areas with water stress | All areas | Areas with water stress | |
| Third Party | ||||
| Municipal Water | 607 | 102 | 680 | 109 |
| Industrial Water | 446 | 0 | 438 | 0 |
| Surface Water | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ground Water | 2,111 | 0 | 2,056 | 0 |
| Total Water Withdrawal | 3,164 | 102 | 3,174 | 109 |
Some production sites located in areas with abundant resources withdraw a licensed amount of groundwater for production purposes and EHS HQ monitors the impact on the environment.
Water Discharge by Destination
| water discharge (ML) | 2020 | 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All areas | Areas with water stress | All areas | Areas with water stress | |
| Surface Water | 2,611 | 19 | 2,518 | 8 |
| Ground Water | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Third Party | 384 | 67 | 451 | 87 |
| Total Water Discharge | 2,995 | 86 | 2,969 | 95 |
Takasago discharges wastewater into rivers after biologically treating the wastewater.
Water Consumpution
| Water Consumption (ML ) | 2020 | 2021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All areas | Areas with water stress | All areas | Areas with water stress | |
| Total Water Consumption | 169 | 16 | 205 | 13 |
Water Security
Water Stewardship Guideline
The Takasago Group believes that water resources are extremely important for our business. The water environment is associated with an array of environmental issues and social issues such as water rights (proprietary rights to water, the distribution of water resources, etc.). Recognizing these water-related issues and its need to contribute to solving them, The Takasago Group has formulated the Water Stewardship Guideline in reference to the Global Compact CEO Mandate and the WWF Stewardship Guidelines. Following the guidelines, we will address water- related issues.
Water-related Risks
The Takasago Group is focused on addressing water-related risks. The world’s focus has fallen on water-related risks due to climate change. We assess water-related risks which may affect our business and manage them appropriately. Specifically, we evaluate the water-related risks faced by each affiliate using the WWF-DEG’s Water Risk Filter and establish business continuity plans (BCPs).
Disclosure on Water Security
The Takasago Group discloses water-related information through the CDP Supply Chain Program every year. The results of the CDP Water Security evaluation in 2021 was an A- score. We believe that we received this high evaluation for our efforts toward water resources. We will continue to strive to strengthen our management of the water environment and pursue the sustainable development of society.
Please see our Water Guideline from the below button.
Waste
Takasago continually challenges itself to reduce the total amount of waste it generates (“Waste”) by promoting the entire group’s proper sorting of Waste to recover valuable resources, recycling some Waste to avoid disposal in landfills, and improving product designs and production processes. In addition, Takasago properly manages contracted Waste disposal companies to prevent the inappropriate disposal of Waste, such as illegal dumping.
Waste by Type and Disposal Method
| Hazardous waste (tonnes) | Onsite | Offsite | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycling | 0 | 1,234 | 1,234 |
| Incineration | 0 | 254 | 254 |
| Landfill | 0 | 95 | 95 |
| Total hazardous waste | 0 | 1,583 | 1,583 |
| Non-hazardous waste (tonnes) | Onsite | Offsite | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycling | 1,931 | 15,376 | 17,308 |
| Incineration | 10,376 | 3,998 | 14,374 |
| Landfill | 0 | 168 | 168 |
| Total non-hazardous waste | 13,307 | 19,544 | 32,851 |
In 2021, 0.8% of the waste generated by the entire group was disposed in landfills.
Environmental Compliance
Compliance is one of the most important management issues.
Environmental compliance is managed based on the processes of the ISO 14001
environmental management system (“EMS”), which clearly defines applicable items, applicable standards, measurement standards, and application requirements.
Takasago has put in place a process for obtaining the latest information about EHS, safety, disaster response, legal and regulatory requirements, the needs of society, and other trends.
Environmental Compliance
Compliance is one of the most important management issues.
Environmental compliance is managed based on the processes of the ISO 14001
environmental management system (“EMS”), which clearly defines applicable items, applicable standards, measurement standards, and application requirements.
Takasago has put in place a process for obtaining the latest information about EHS, safety, disaster response, legal and regulatory requirements, the needs of society, and other trends.