SG Holdings Sustainability Profile
SG Holdings Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the logistics and transportation industry. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence across Asia, particularly in Japan and other major operational regions. SG Holdings is renowned for its comprehensive logistics solutions, including parcel delivery, freight forwarding, and supply chain management. The company’s commitment to innovation and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in sustainability and customer service. SG Holdings distinguishes itself through its advanced technology integration and a customer-centric approach, ensuring reliable and timely delivery services. With a focus on continuous improvement, SG Holdings remains dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of its clients in a competitive landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
SG Holdings's score of 73 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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SG Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SG Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 274,011,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 47,188,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,168,177,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. For the previous year, 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,424,784,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 279,474,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 64,993,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,080,318,000 kg CO2e. This data indicates a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. SG Holdings has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2013 as a baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050. These targets demonstrate SG Holdings' commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The emissions data is sourced directly from SG Holdings Co., Ltd., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company actively engages in climate initiatives, aligning with industry standards and best practices for sustainability.
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| 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 366,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 97,477,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 244,552,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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SG Holdings's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
SG Holdings's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 34% last year and increased by approximately 466% since 2002, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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SG Holdings's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
SG Holdings has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
