Roadmap to FY2050

In fiscal 2020, the Denka Group declared its goal of becoming carbon neutral by fiscal 2050. As a milestone toward this goal, we are aiming to reduce CO ₂ emissions by 60% (compared to fiscal 2013) by fiscal 2030.
In fiscal 2025, our annual emissions from the Company and Group companies totaled 1.14 million tons, achieving a 46% reduction compared to fiscal 2013, thanks to the transformation of our business portfolio, promotion of energy conservation, and introduction of renewable energy (hydroelectric power).
Going forward, we will continue and promote the following measures as initiatives toward achieving carbon neutrality.

With an eye toward collaborations with local communities and surrounding companies, we are exploring and examining the possibility of recovering CO ₂ and repurposing it as a chemical product. At the same time, we will also work on the introduction and development of environmental burden reduction processes aimed at reducing generated CO ₂ emissions. By combining these technological developments with collaboration with external parties, we will steadily reduce the CO ₂ emissions generated by our company.

Efforts to Reduce Environmental Impact

The Denka Group is addressing the issues of reducing environmental burden, recycling waste plastics, and conserving biodiversity through its products and technologies in pursuit of fulfilling its social responsibilities as a chemical manufacturer.

1. Resource recycling/Chemical recycling

2. Response to Biodiversity

Denka is analyzing the relationship between its business and nature and identifying priority issues using the LEAP Approach ^* based on the TNFD Recommendations. We conducted on-site surveys and ENCORE analyses at nine domestic sites to understand our points of contact with nature and our dependencies and impacts on it. In particular, we have prioritized the Omi Plant, where we conduct scenario analyses to financially assess the risks and impacts associated with hydroelectric power generation and the effects on ecosystems, and develop countermeasures. Specifically, we aim to implement water improvement through forest conservation and maintenance and the protection of endangered species. We are also conducting proximity assessments with KBAs (Key Biodiversity Areas) and collaborating with local governments to strengthen conservation activities tailored to regional characteristics. Going forward, we will continue to enhance our analyses and countermeasures to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment.

• ※A systematic evaluation process based on scientific evidence as proposed by TNFD for companies to disclose information on nature-related risks and opportunities.

Efforts for environmentally friendly products

Denka is working towards the development of environmentally conscious products in its quest for a sustainable future. Our environmentally friendly products play an important role in protecting the global environment and realizing a sustainable society. For details, please refer to the list of SDGs contribution products.

Click here for list of products that contribute to the SDGs

Carbonization agent "LEAF"

The Company has developed a carbonization admixture, “LEAF,” which utilizes industrial waste as a raw material, using the technology of special cement admixtures that we have cultivated over many years. “LEAF” has the characteristic of actively reacting with and fixing CO ₂. By formulating this “LEAF” into an environmentally friendly concrete, “CO ₂-SUICOM,” which was jointly developed by Kajima Corporation, Chugoku Electric Power Co., Inc., Randes Co., Ltd., and the Company, CO ₂ is absorbed and fixed during the curing of the concrete, aiming for a net reduction of CO ₂ emissions from the cement manufacturing process.

Electronic circuit substrate "SN Plate"

Our high thermal conductivity and high toughness ceramic substrate "SN Plate" has about 4 times the thermal conductivity of alumina and is a material based on high toughness silicon nitride (Si3N4) with excellent mechanical properties. By imparting high conductivity to the mechanical properties, it is used as a lightweight power module substrate for electric vehicles and electric railways, which require high reliability. We will contribute to the reduction of CO ₂ emissions by supporting the electrification (xEV) of the automotive industry, which is expected to accelerate in the future, with our material technologies.

Thinking Behind Our Environmental Management

Aiming for "net zero CO₂ emissions" by fiscal 2050
and reduce 60% compared to fiscal 2013 in fiscal 2030

To maintain an environment in which society and ecosystems can continue to survive into the future, Denka Group aims to contribute to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement, an international framework, and to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions (carbon neutrality) by fiscal 2050. To achieve this, we are promoting energy conservation and expanding the use of renewable energy, primarily hydroelectric power, while also working to reduce CO ₂ CCUS: Separating and capturing carbon dioxide from emission sources ^* We will also take on the challenge of introducing innovative technologies such as the use of hydrogen, a clean energy source. Furthermore, in order to reduce emissions at our own business sites and contribute to decarbonizing society as a whole, we will promote the development and provision of environmentally friendly products and technologies that reduce the environmental impact, and will strengthen our efforts to recycle resources by introducing new plastic recycling methods.

• ※Carbon dioxide Capture, Utilization and Storage：CO2 capture, utilization and storage