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Rivasta Expands Nationwide CO2 Emission Data Collection Schemes for Construction Industry

Introduction
Rivasta, headquartered in Koto, Tokyo, is advancing its mission to enhance efficiency in CO2 emission data collection from fuel usage in construction sites. Launching in May 2024, the company has joined forces with 17 construction firms and partner company Sanwa Energy, effectively broadening the reach of its trial project.

Background of the Experiment
The Japanese government's call for carbon neutrality by 2050 necessitates significant reductions in CO2 emissions across supply chains. The Japan Federation of Construction Contractors established a roadmap in July 2023, aiming for a 40% reduction in CO2 emissions from heavy machinery and vehicles used on sites by 2030, referencing 2013 levels. In response, Rivasta recognized the urgent need to manage emissions derived from fuel usage efficiently.

Moreover, fuel distributors have faced increasing operational burdens due to inconsistent data-sharing practices based on individual requests from construction firms. This led Rivasta to design a solution facilitating a seamless exchange of fuel consumption data between contractors and fuel providers. Starting May 2024, the company has initiated a trial aimed at streamlining these processes and making CO2 emission data management more efficient.

Current Status and Effectiveness of the Experiment
Since the commencement of the trial with Sanwa Energy and 15 engaged construction firms, Rivasta has successfully demonstrated the efficacy of its approach. It allows contractors to manage their CO2 emissions resulting from fuel consumption at construction sites while significantly alleviating the workload for fuel distributors. Recently, participation from Hatake Petroleum, another member of the Usami Group, further solidified the operational framework for this project.

The initial phase has seen a total of 17 construction companies engaged, and beginning in January 2025, additional fuel distributors will be integrated into the project, expanding participation to a total of 17 nationwide distributors. This expansion enables construction firms to acquire comprehensive data for CO2 emissions derived from fuel purchases across various regions.

Importantly, the scheme allows for the management of CO2 emissions data from both primary contractors and allied companies, covering a broader scope that enhances the comprehensiveness of data collection.

Participating Fuel Distributors by Region
Below is a snapshot of the fuel distributors involved in the project segmented by region:

• - Hokkaido Region: Oil Terminal Co., Ltd., Donan Oil Co., Ltd.
• - Tohoku Region: Kamei Corporation
• - Kanto Region: Sanwa Energy, additional undisclosed firms
• - Hokuriku Region: Maruichi Oil Co., Ltd.
• - Tokai Region: Sugiseki Co., Ltd., Nakagawa Bussan Co., Ltd., Nozaki Oil Shop
• - Kansai Region: Sanwa Energy’s western Japan office, Matsubayashi Co., Asahi Kousan Co., and keg Co.
• - Chugoku Region: Hiroshima Kerosene Service Co., Ltd.
• - Shikoku Region: Tensou Co., Ltd.
• - Kyushu Region: Hatake Petroleum Co., Ltd., Idex Retail Kumamoto Co., Ltd.

Endorsements from Participating Contractors
Several participating firms, including Shimizu Corporation, Taisei Corporation, and Takenaka Corporation, have provided supportive comments. Shimizu highlighted the significance of efficiently conducting CO2 emission surveys for decarbonization efforts, affirming the high precision of the data derived from Rivasta’s scheme. Taisei emphasized their proactive approach toward carbon neutrality and acknowledged the trial's potential to accelerate industry-wide progress. Similarly, Takenaka expressed the importance of accurately measuring fuel consumption and managing emissions effectively.

Future Directions
Rivasta aims to officially launch its services by the fall or winter of 2025, continuing the assessment of operational optimizations with contractors, partner companies, and fuel distributors. The company is actively seeking additional participants to further expand engagement and intends to standardize the management of fuel consumption data across the construction industry while promoting the circulation of low-carbon fuels to support decarbonization efforts at construction sites.

About Rivasta
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