SASB Content Index

(1) Gross global Scope1 emissions and (2) amount of total emissions from perfluorinated compounds

TC-SC-110a.1

(1) Scope1 (Direct emissions) :680,600tCO₂
(2) 600,100tCO₂

Discussion of long-term and short-term strategy or plan to manage Scope1 emissions, emissions reduction targets, and an analysis of performance against those targets

TC-SC-110a.2

In April 2023, Kioxia Group announced that by FY2050, the Group aims to achieve net-zero Scope1 greenhouse gas emissions (direct emissions from our business sites) and Scope2 emissions (indirect emissions from our use of purchased energy) across our global operations.

Regarding direct emissions from our manufacturing sites, we have installed abatement equipment in 100% of our targeted facilities since 2011, aiming to eliminate during manufacturing the emission of PFCs with high global warming potential. The number of PFCs abatement equipment installed between FY2020 and FY2022 averaged more than 170 per year. Since FY2017, the total amount of CO₂ reduced with PFCs abatement equipment has reached 4.24 million t-CO₂. In addition to these energy conservation initiatives, we will continue implementing measures to combat climate change in the course of our business activities. 

We have additionally set a target of procuring 100% of our energy from renewable sources by FY2040. During 2023, we have installed solar power generation systems at our Kitakami and Yokkaichi plants – the largest of their kind at any semiconductor plant in Japan. At the same time we are moving forward with the procurement of non-fossil certificates to boost our use of renewable energy. Through creation of an energy portfolio that incorporates energy conservation activities and the use of non-fossil certificates, we will work to secure the optimal and stable procurement of renewable energy in line with the expansion of our business. We will also work to install renewable power generation system and carbon-neural city gas in our factories.

(1) Total energy consumed, (2) percentage grid electricity, (3) percentage renewable

TC-SC-130a.1

(1) 4,871,856MWh　(2) 96.9%　(3) 0.1%

(1) Total water withdrawn, (2) total water consumed, percentage of each in regions with High or Extremely High Baseline Water Stress

TC-SC-140a.1

(1) Total water withdrawn: 25,275 thousand ㎥
     Total city water (freshwater) and industrial water
(2) Total water consumed: 6,352 thousand ㎥
      Percentage of each in regions with High or Extremely High Baseline Water Stress: 0%

Kioxia Group has commissioned external experts to evaluate water-related risks from the perspective of current and future water supply and demand risks; these are assessed using tools such as the World Resources Institute's WRI Aqueduct and the Water Risk Filter. We use these assessments to analyze risks such as water stress levels and seasonal variations in water supplies through the year 2040 in order to understand the potential impact on our business activities.

The outcome of the assessment of our Group’s manufacturing plants was confirmation that they are not exposed to any water risk likely to have practical financial or strategic impact prior to the year 2040. This assessment was based on investigations into such areas as water supply and demand risks (driven by seasonal changes, the frequency of droughts, water storage capacity and water source protection levels), the risk of water-related disasters such as flooding or landslides, and regional vulnerability to water pollution that might endanger public health or ecosystems.

Amount of hazardous waste from manufacturing, percentage recycled

TC-SC-150a.1

(1) Wastes generated amount: 12,841t
(2) Recycled rate: 87%

The above hazardous wastes are aggregated as “specially-controlled industrial wastes” under the Waste Management and Public Cleansing Act in Japan.

Description of efforts to assess, monitor, and reduce exposure of employees to human health hazards

TC-SC-320a.1

Since January 2021, Kioxia Group has been pursuing the acquisition of occupational health and safety management systems certification (ISO 45001:2018) for its manufacturing and R&D sites. As it moves to comply with the requirements for this certification, Kioxia Group is making efforts to continuously reduce health and safety risks through risk assessment and compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and is making its health and safety management measures more visible.

Total amount of monetary losses as a result of legal proceedings associated with employee health and safety violations

TC-SC-320a.2

None.

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Percentage of employees that are (1) foreign nationals and (2) located offshore

TC-SC-330a.1

The Kioxia Group operates globally and employs people of many different nationalities.

With offices in 10 countries and regions, the Kioxia Group has 1,972 employees working at our overseas locations (excluding those temporarily dispatched from Kioxia Group in Japan). Kioxia Group in Japan employs 184 non-Japanese people from 15 countries and regions.

Kioxia Group embeds respect for human rights and diversity in our Standards of Conduct and fosters a culture that enables a diverse range of employees to play active roles irrespective of race, religion, gender, nationality, disability, age, or sexual orientation. In addition, We have designated the Executive Officer in charge of human resources at Kioxia Holdings Corporation as the executive responsible for promoting diversity. We have assigned overall responsibility for the promotion of diversity across the entire Group to Kioxia Corporation's Human Resources & Administration Division. 

Percentage of employee engagement

TC-SI-330a.2

Kioxia Group regularly conducts employee engagement surveys as a starting point from which to enhance employee engagement and revitalize the organization. The surveys are used to determine the level of employee engagement, identify any problem areas, and formulate and implement measures to resolve these.

In FY2022, we conducted an anonymous survey targeting about 14,000 employees, and received responses from 89% of them.

Percentage of products by revenue that contain IEC 62474 declarable substances

TC-SC-410a.1

Kioxia Group does not disclose the percentage defined by this metric.

None.

Processor energy efficiency at a system-level for: (1) servers, (2) desktops, and (3) laptops

TC-SC-410a.2

Not applicable.

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Description of the management of risks associated with the use of critical materials

TC-SC-440a.1

Kioxia Group has been promoting the responsible minerals sourcing based on the Kioxia Group Responsible Minerals Procurement Policy.

Our policy stipulates that Kioxia Group will prohibit use as raw materials 3TG or cobalt obtained from other conflict-afflicted and high-risk areas (commonly known as CAHRAs) where inhumane acts such as human trafficking, slavery, forced labor, child labor, abuse, or war crimes are suspected.

Total amount of monetary losses as a result of legal proceedings associated with anticompetitive behavior regulations

TC-SC-520a.1

None.

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