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Annual Report 2025: Environment, Social and Governance

1 March 202618 pages10,800 words

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Square Enix has formalized a comprehensive sustainability and governance framework aimed at aligning long-term corporate value with environmental responsibility and human capital development. Central to this strategy is a commitment to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions at Japanese offices and data centers by 2030. This transition is already evidenced by a significant reduction in electricity-related emissions, which fell from 34,320 tCO2 in 2017 to 20,635 tCO2 by 2025. By shifting toward digital sales and renewable energy, the Group seeks to mitigate climate-related risks while modernizing its operational footprint. The organizational focus on human capital emphasizes creativity and employee well-being through specialized training in emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, alongside "Game Dev Boot Camps." Support systems have been expanded to include flexible work-from-home options, daycare concierge services, and gamified wellness initiatives designed to incentivize healthy lifestyles. These efforts are intended to foster a high-performance culture capable of navigating the evolving digital entertainment landscape. Governance is characterized by a clear separation between management oversight and operational execution. The Board of Directors is predominantly composed of independent outside directors who maintained near-perfect attendance throughout the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. Executive remuneration is strictly tied to performance metrics, including consolidated net sales and operating income, with a significant portion of compensation delivered via restricted stock to align leadership interests with those of shareholders. Furthermore, strategic shareholdings in partners like gumi Inc. underscore a commitment to expanding influence within blockchain, cloud gaming, and the metaverse.

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