Aeon Co., Ltd., commonly known as Aeon, is a leading retail and financial services company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1758, Aeon has evolved into a prominent player in the retail industry, with significant operations across Asia, including Hong Kong, Malaysia, and China. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, including supermarkets, shopping malls, and financial services, which cater to the varying needs of consumers. Aeon's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Aeon has achieved numerous milestones, including the expansion of its store formats and the introduction of innovative shopping experiences. As a pioneer in the retail sector, Aeon continues to shape the landscape of modern shopping in the regions it serves.
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In 2024, Aeon Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,673,266,730 kg CO2e, comprising 288,285,830 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 263,990,850 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,211,978,850 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from downstream leased assets (about 1,175,828,150 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 1,420,860 kg CO2e). In 2023, Aeon's emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 1,590,000,000 kg CO2e, including 294,253,470 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 139,504,230 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,055,446,920 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2010 levels. Additionally, Aeon plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and aims to power its Japanese shopping centres with 100% renewable energy by 2030. Aeon has also committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, with a long-term goal of a 70% reduction by 2035. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices in the retail sector.
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2015 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 96,799,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,021,303,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 6,667,041,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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