By the 2030s, we aim to have achieved zero greenhouse gas emissions from our use of electricity (Scope 2 emissions). For greenhouse gases from our use of gas (Scope 1 emissions), we aim to switch to the use of low-carbon gas, decarbonize to the greatest extent possible, and, finally, achieve carbon neutrality through carbon offsetting.
By actively utilizing the Waseda University campus, including creating renewable energy such as solar energy and using EVs for university vehicles, we will raise awareness about and knowledge of achieving carbon neutrality.
We will analyze the greenhouse gas emissions from the activities of other companies, other than the Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions produced by Waseda University (Scope 3), based on the basic guidelines from the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. For those companies creating a major impact, Waseda University suggests measures to reduce their emissions.
Consider simple calculation methods for Scope 3 emissions tailored to Waseda University, based on the CO2 emissions associated with the life-cycle assessment (LCA) of Waseda University assets, business trips/commuting, and waste disposal.
Waseda University is aiming for sustainable energy conservation. By allowing everyone to spend time in comfortable spaces and by saving energy, by AY 2032 we will reduce our energy usage (Scope 1 and 2 emissions) by 20% or more (compared to AY 2013) through the promotion of zero emission buildings. Additionally, we will visualize each building’s energy use, which will lead to changes in the behavior of faculty members and students.
For campus buildings, we will actively consider collecting operational data on various equipment and introducing building and energy management systems to save energy during operations.
For new buildings, in addition to the above, we will actively introduce energy saving measures.
In existing buildings as well, we will take energy-saving measures as much as possible in combination with the updating of equipment.
We will consider and implement resource recycling processes such as for plastics, food waste, and organic waste such as fallen leaves. We will also raise awareness about recycling among teachers and students.
As part of our plastic recycling activities, we will reduce waste plastic and PET bottles by 40% by 2030. Also, in collaboration with businesses and the local government, we will implement resource recycling projects.
By entrusting the management of endowment funds only to those asset management companies that have signed the UN Principles for Responsible Investment,* we will indirectly contribute to reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions through investments that have due consideration for ESG.
*The UN Principles for Responsible Investment is a set of six principles that were announced in 2005 by affiliated institutional investors to take responsibility for environmental issues (E), Social issues (S), and Governance (G). By signing onto these principles, Waseda University is committing to reflecting ESG principles in its decision-making process as much as possible.
We will investigate examples of leading companies introducing internal carbon pricing and conduct a mock verification when it is introduced at Waseda University.
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