Preserving Beauty for the Next 100 Years: AZ CREW Co., Ltd. Receives SBT Certification

AZ CREW Co., Ltd. (HQ: Itabashi-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Mariko Nishikata), a firm specializing in the design, production, and installation of stained glass, announced that it has received certification from the 'Science Based Targets' (SBT) initiative. This certification confirms that the company's greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets are aligned with the levels required by the Paris Agreement.

As a partner contributing to the 'realization of a circular economy' and 'reduction of emissions throughout the supply chain' promoted by the construction industry and major housing developers, AZ CREW will further accelerate its manufacturing based on climate science.

■ Background of SBT Certification: Responsibility as a Partner in the Construction Industry
As the response to climate change becomes urgent, environmental performance of suppliers has become a critical criterion for major housing developers and design firms committed to advanced environmental management. Transparency and reduction efforts in the supply chain are indispensable for reducing emissions throughout a building's lifecycle.
With this SBT certification, AZ CREW commits to reductions based on the latest scientific evidence. By stably providing high-quality design glass with low environmental impact, the company has established a system to directly contribute to the green procurement and Scope 3 reduction goals of its business partners.

[AZ CREW's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets]
Using 2025 as the base year, AZ CREW commits to reducing absolute GHG emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 42% by 2030, and measuring and reducing Scope 3 emissions.

■ 'Ultimate Sustainability' Embodied by Stained Glass
Stained glass from AZ CREW is not merely decoration. It is a long-lasting building material that can be used for over 100 years with appropriate maintenance and repair.
- Extending Building Longevity through Repair and Restoration: AZ CREW provides technology to repair and restore aging stained glass, passing it on to the future, aligning with the philosophy of living in homes across generations.
- Material Selection and Upcycling: AZ CREW considers environmental impact in material selection, using products such as traditional antique glass from Germany’s Lamberts. Additionally, it has launched 'HAKUYO,' an upcycled product line that reuses glass scraps generated during production, aiming for waste reduction.

■ 'Glass House': Bringing Design Glass into Daily Life
Beyond architectural projects, AZ CREW operates 'Glass House,' an official online store that offers design glass items for daily life, featuring products like 'HAKUYO' that fuse environmental consideration with artisanal craftsmanship.

■ Comment from CEO Mariko Nishikata
'Silica, the raw material for glass, is one of the most abundant compounds in the Earth's crust. With this SBT certification, I aim to fulfill our environmental responsibilities based on climate science while preserving the beauty created by our craftsmen. Guided by the desire to maintain the value of homes for a long time and connect them to the future, we will fulfill our mission to leave behind creative work that AI cannot replace.'

■ About AZ CREW Co., Ltd.
AZ CREW Co., Ltd. is a group of experts in design glass, including stained glass.
Company Name: AZ CREW Co., Ltd.
Representative: CEO Mariko Nishikata
Location: 46-7 Minamicho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo
Business: Design, production, and installation of stained glass, design glass, and laminated glass.