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ASUENE Supports Carbon Neutrality for SMEs in Tokyo

ASUENE Inc., headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has been awarded a project by the Tokyo Metropolitan Environmental Public Corporation to assist 300 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tokyo with their carbon neutrality efforts. This initiative is crucial in the light of rising concerns over climate change and the pressing need to reduce CO2 emissions in urban economic activities. The project focuses on providing a one-stop support service for these enterprises, from visualizing their CO2 emissions to formulating plans for carbon reduction.

The Importance of Carbon Neutrality in Tokyo

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has committed to ambitious climate goals, aiming for a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to the year 2000, with an ultimate goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Given that approximately 98.8% of Tokyo's roughly 424,000 businesses are SMEs, their active participation is vital for achieving a carbon-neutral society. Many SMEs also form part of large corporations’ supply chains, increasing the demand for decarbonization efforts from larger entities.

ASUENE's cloud service, which specializes in visualizing, reducing, and reporting CO2 emissions, stands as Japan's top solution in this arena. It addresses Scope 1-3 emissions and offers comprehensive support, thus promoting sustainability management across various enterprises, from large corporations to SMEs.

Details of the Initiative

The project will run until the end of March 2026, during which ASUENE will provide visualization support of CO2 emissions through its cloud service, engaging with 300 SMEs in Tokyo. The company will also implement its GX and ESG learning service, ASUENE ACADEMY, to train personnel on CO2 emission calculations. Additional services will encompass energy-saving diagnostics and strategic reduction proposals, all offered at no charge to participating businesses. Here’s an overview of the measures included:

• - Visualization Support: SMEs will utilize ASUENE’s cloud service for emission calculations alongside the Zero-Carbon-System provided by Higo Bank, allowing them to assess their CO2 output.
• - Free Learning Resources: Participants will receive access to ASUENE ACADEMY, offering video learning services on decarbonization management, designed to cater to a wide audience of around 1,000 companies.
• - Decarbonization Seminars: These seminars will feature discussions on ESG investment/trading, reduction roadmaps, practical methodologies, and showcase case studies from other SMEs.
• - CO2 Reduction Proposals: Based on data from the participating SMEs, ASUENE will generate reduction reports, with targeted energy-saving recommendations for 30 businesses identified through energy diagnostics.

Collaborative Support System

ASUENE will also collaborate with various partner firms to ensure comprehensive support:

• - Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation: The bank will promote the project among its SMEs, facilitating awareness and initiatives towards carbon neutrality.
• - Ricoh Japan: They will assist in outreach and provide energy diagnostics to their SME clients to aid in identifying inefficiency and energy wastage.
• - Higo Bank: They will help in CO2 calculations using their Zero-Carbon-System.

With successful prior experiences in collaborating with municipalities on carbon neutrality, ASUENE is committed to supporting SMEs in adopting sustainable practices, effectively encouraging long-term changes in their management strategies. For further details about how companies can participate or seek assistance, please visit the designated support site for carbon neutrality planning.

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About ASUENE

ASUENE is a leading cloud service for visualizing, reducing, and reporting CO2 emissions. The platform employs AI technology to effectively disclose and report Scope 1-3 emissions, meeting various local and international regulatory requirements. ASUENE is recognized for having the highest number of implementations among CO2 visualization services in Japan.

ASUENE Website

ASUENE Inc. offers a range of services including:

• - ASUENE Cloud Service: For CO2 emission visualization and reporting.
• - ESG Evaluation Cloud Service: Tailored for assessing corporate sustainability practices.
• - Career Platform: For professionals specializing in GX and ESG.

Company Information: Founded by Kohei Nishiwada, ASUENE has established a firm footprint not just in Japan but also across Singapore, the United States, the UK, Thailand, and the Philippines, reinforcing its global commitment to a sustainable future. The capital stands at 8,027 million yen, bolstering its capabilities to serve diverse clients across varying regions.