LIVENT Achieves SBTi Certification for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals

LIVENT Achieves SBTi Certification for Climate Action

In an impressive move toward sustainability, LIVENT, a Tokyo-based life design company dedicated to preserving memories and connections, has recently obtained certification from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This certification aligns with the Paris Agreement's mission to limit global temperature rise to within 1.5°C. The company aims to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 58.8% by 2034 compared to a baseline year.

Overview of the Certification

SBTi, the organization that certifies scientifically-based GHG reduction targets, was established by a coalition of prominent groups including the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). LIVENT’s newly certified target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, validating its strategies for effective GHG reductions.

LIVENT's Commitment to SBTi

With this certification, LIVENT plans to focus specifically on reducing automotive emissions from transporting floral products used in its funeral service, Han Sougi®. By leveraging its strategic location close to the flower market, LIVENT will reevaluate its entire sales and transport process to streamline operations and collaborate with the flower industry to achieve significant reductions in GHG emissions.

Leadership Vision

LIVENT's President, Rikio Mikami, expressed that obtaining the SBTi certification is a major milestone in their commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the company’s responsibility to create valuable services that prioritize sustainability over short-term profits. He stated, “We aim to contribute to a sustainable society through the accumulation of our daily business practices.”

About LIVENT

Founded in November 2002, LIVENT operates in three main areas: digital services, life ceremonies, and floral gifts. Their mission, “Eternalize thoughts,” encapsulates their dedication to enhancing the quality of life and human connections.

The digital sector includes services like Tsunagou, which allows people to share their life stories and memories online. In the realm of life ceremonies, LIVENT offers personalized funeral services through Han Sougi®, which innovatively uses Western floral designs—an approach pioneered by the company to create unique and memorable experiences.

Moreover, LIVENT provides floral gifts for various occasions, showcasing their commitment to addressing a variety of everyday challenges faced by people. The company’s name, derived from “life time event,” reflects its goal of delivering emotional and comforting moments during life’s significant events.

Innovative Service: Han Sougi®

Han Sougi® offers customized flower arrangements for funerals, emphasizing individuality and beauty for memorial services. Since its inception in 2002, it introduced a fresh perspective to the funeral industry by departing from traditional flower offerings, enabling families to celebrate the uniqueness of their loved ones through personalized services.

For more information, visit Han Sougi®.

Expanding Services: With The FLOWERS

Under the brand With The FLOWERS, initiated in December 2022, LIVENT has expanded its offerings to include a dedicated online floral gift service for individual customers. This initiative aims to enrich people's lives with flowers and related products, reinforcing the belief that floral gifts can enhance emotional well-being.

Explore more at With The FLOWERS.

Inquiries

For media-related inquiries, please contact LIVENT’s public relations officer, Kanayama, at:
Phone: 03-6423-0575
FAX: 03-6423-0576
Email: [email protected]

This certification marks a significant step forward for LIVENT as it continues to innovate and lead in sustainable practices while providing exceptional and personalized services.