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 1,683,265,730 kg CO2e, comprising 288,285,830 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 263,990,850 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,211,978,850 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, which were about 294,253,470 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from approximately 139,504,230 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions also rose from about 1,055,446,920 kg CO2e in 2023. Aeon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in total CO2 emissions from its stores by 2030, compared to 2010 levels. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, Aeon targets a 70% reduction by 2035 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, they aim to power their Japanese shopping centres and general merchandise stores with 100% renewable energy by 2030. In terms of supplier engagement, Aeon has committed that 80% of its suppliers by emissions will set science-based targets by 2021. The company is also focused on reducing the intensity of Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 5% by FY2025, using FY2023 as a baseline. Overall, Aeon is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while enhancing its sustainability practices across its operations.
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2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 96,799,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,021,303,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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