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Askul Corp

Common Name
Askul
Country
Japan
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Internet Retail
Employees
3,697
Ticker
2678
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Askul Corporation is a prominent player in Japan's office supply and logistics industry. The company's primary objective is to provide convenient and efficient delivery of a broad array of office esse...

Askul's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Askul completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Askul has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. Askul's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
a. Askul's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
b. Askul's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023
b. Askul's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023

Insights into Askul's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofAskul amounted to25,962metric tons of CO2 equivalent.This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Askuldecreased by 0.79%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Askul's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202409501.9 k2.85 k3.8 ktCO2e+2%-11%-2%-13%-12%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Askul's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Askul were 2,423 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has Askul reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Askul's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 31.9%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), Askul's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 11.7%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Askul's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Askul reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,387 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 23,539 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

Has Askul reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Askul's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based)have remained relatively stable, indicating that Askul's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), Askul's Scope 2 emissions(Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Askul's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Askul use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Askul reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Askul's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202406 k12 k18 k24 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Askul's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Askul reported 1,807,894 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Askul includes a breakdown across 10of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Askul's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240500 k1 M1.5 M2 MtCO2e+11%-4%+27%-2%+2%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Askul's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Askul reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,807,894 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 76.29%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 23.71%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Askul reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Askul's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 35.13%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Askul's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Askul's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Askul disclose?

In 2024, Askul reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Askul's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Askul's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,312,616 tCOâ‚‚e(72.6%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 286,822 tCOâ‚‚e(15.86%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 141,749 tCOâ‚‚e(7.84%)

Askul's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(7.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(72.6%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(15.9%)

Insights into Askul’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Askul reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,423 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 3,005 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.81 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

Askul's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

21005,000200,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)KNTRSSKKK'S HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,975 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,744Scope 1 Intensity: 4.00 tCO2e/$MZOZOYear: 2024Scope 1: 34 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,303Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MNikonYear: 2024Scope 1: 25,004 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,736Scope 1 Intensity: 5.28 tCO2e/$MNNNOKYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,956Scope 1 Intensity: 11.50 tCO2e/$MTTToyoda GoseiYear: 2024Scope 1: 85,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,073Scope 1 Intensity: 12.02 tCO2e/$MRRRengoYear: 2024Scope 1: 535,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,948Scope 1 Intensity: 89.94 tCO2e/$MGS YuasaYear: 2024Scope 1: 58,153 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,717Scope 1 Intensity: 15.65 tCO2e/$MMercariYear: 2025Scope 1: 576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,337Scope 1 Intensity: 0.43 tCO2e/$MNippon Sheet GlassYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,817,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,497Scope 1 Intensity: 512.42 tCO2e/$MKoito ManufacturingYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,275Scope 1 Intensity: 7.46 tCO2e/$MBandai Namco HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,794 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,279Scope 1 Intensity: 0.94 tCO2e/$MRakuten GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,638 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,517Scope 1 Intensity: 0.25 tCO2e/$MSSShimamuraYear: 2025Scope 1: 764 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,444Scope 1 Intensity: 0.17 tCO2e/$MYokohama RubberYear: 2024Scope 1: 591,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,973Scope 1 Intensity: 84.75 tCO2e/$MAdvantestYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,825 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,213Scope 1 Intensity: 0.88 tCO2e/$MToyo Seikan Group HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 374,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,277Scope 1 Intensity: 59.58 tCO2e/$MToyo TireYear: 2024Scope 1: 265,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,601Scope 1 Intensity: 73.62 tCO2e/$MMonotaROYear: 2024Scope 1: 3 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,875Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MTokyuYear: 2023Scope 1: 121,875 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,992Scope 1 Intensity: 17.43 tCO2e/$MLYYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,395 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,984Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MTakashimayaYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,094Scope 1 Intensity: 5.88 tCO2e/$MAsicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,262 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,322Scope 1 Intensity: 0.75 tCO2e/$MSSSumitomo Rubber IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 363,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,325Scope 1 Intensity: 43.60 tCO2e/$MNHK SpringYear: 2025Scope 1: 43,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,346Scope 1 Intensity: 8.04 tCO2e/$MOriental Land CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 63,988 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,084Scope 1 Intensity: 15.67 tCO2e/$MAskulYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,423 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,005Scope 1 Intensity: 0.81 tCO2e/$M

How does Askul's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Askul reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.81 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.46, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Askul rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Askul ranked 8 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

Askul is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Askul's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Askul reported a total carbon footprint of 1,833,856 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1.89% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Askul's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.58% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.28%.a

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