Codo’s Insights are a series of articles written by our team on topics we identify as strategic for our clients and partners. We cover developments across the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) dimensions of corporate sustainability, with the aim of bringing strategic insights from around the world to companies operating in Japan.
Emilie Jones | Senior Sustainability Consultant Share this article As promised, Japan has published their ISSB-aligned ESG reporting standards, the SSBJ standards. As a substitute for TCFD reporting, Prime listed
Yuna Okawa | Sustainability Consultant Share this article As the transition to a decarbonized society gains momentum, it is essential not to overlook the less visible impacts that may arise
Morgane Benoist | Sustainability Consultant Share this article In 2023, 30.5 billion digital devices were used by 5.35 billion people — an average of around six devices per person. Digital
Hanako Hirata | Consulting Intern Share this article Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) encompasses a range of technologies for capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions at their source—power plants, industrial
Japan’s rice paddies are home to a diverse range of living creatures. One person dedicated to sharing the beauty of this ecosystem and protecting it is “Rice Paddy Sommelier” Takao
Hanako Hirata | Consulting Intern Share this article The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which mandates sustainability reporting for companies, requires applicable organizations to begin collecting data in 2024, with
In the World Benchmarking Alliance’s first Urban Benchmark published in October 2024, 300 of the most influential companies were assessed on how they address urban needs. Codo summarizes the key
Ulysses Aoki is a seasoned leader with over a decade of experience in the field of sustainability. Starting his career in consulting, he has led projects for major domestic and
Ulysses Aoki | Senior Managing Director, Codo Advisory Share this post In September 2024, the Task Force on Inequality and Social-related Financial Disclosures (TISFD) was launched, along with the release
When we think of solving climate change issues, we often focus on the emissions currently being produced. A carbon inventory or GHG emissions report can only detail the previous year(s)’
