Kao Corp 2018 SR
The report highlights Kao Corporation's 2017 sustainability initiatives, focusing on its K20 Mid-term Plan and the revision of its Sustainability Statement to address nine main themes across Conservation, Community, and Corporate Culture. Key environmental achievements include a 14% reduction in lifecycle CO2 emissions and a 43% reduction in water consumption relative to 2005 levels. The company advanced its eco together slogan through innovative packaging like the Raku-raku Eco Pack and expanded its commitment to sustainable procurement, reaching 100% traceability for palm kernel oil mills. Socially, Kao promoted diversity and inclusion, reporting a 25.1% global female manager ratio, and continued its 12-year streak on the World's Most Ethical Companies list.
Company: Kao Corp
Sector: Manufacturing
Country: Japan
Year: 2018
Type: SR
Pages: 225
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Kao Corp
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The report highlights Kao Corporation's 2017 sustainability initiatives, focusing on its K20 Mid-term Plan and the revision of its Sustainability Statement to address nine main themes across Conservation, Community, and Corporate Culture. Key environmental achievements include a 14% reduction in lifecycle CO2 emissions and a 43% reduction in water consumption relative to 2005 levels. The company advanced its eco together slogan through innovative packaging like the Raku-raku Eco Pack and expanded its commitment to sustainable procurement, reaching 100% traceability for palm kernel oil mills. Socially, Kao promoted diversity and inclusion, reporting a 25.1% global female manager ratio, and continued its 12-year streak on the World's Most Ethical Companies list.
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Document Details
Report Year
2018
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2017 - Dec 31, 2017
Fiscal Year
2017
Published
Jun 12, 2018
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
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Standards & Assurance
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Assurance
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Sustainable Development Goals
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Energy Consumption
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Workplace Fatalities
Employees