External assessments
Takenaka Corporation's business activities have been highly evaluated outside the company. Here we introduce the results of assessments and awards received from various accreditation organizations.
Major external certifications and awards for our activities
Our ongoing efforts toward sustainability have received high praise from outside the company. Below are some of the major certifications and awards we have received for our sustainability activities.
Selected as CDP “Supplier Engagement Leader”
In February 2022, we were selected as a "Leader" for the second consecutive year in recognition of our efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout our supply chain. This is the highest rating in CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment.
EcoVadis Sustainability Rating “Gold”
In October 2023, we received a "Gold" sustainability rating from EcoVadis, a company based in France.
The Takenaka Research & Development Institute’s SHI-RA-BE Forest has been certified as a Nature Symbiosis Site
In October 2023, Takenaka Research & Development Institute's SHI-RA-BE Forest in Inzai City, Chiba Prefecture was certified by the Ministry of the Environment as a Nature Symbiosis Site, which is an area where biodiversity is being conserved through the efforts of the private sector and others.
Certified as an Excellent Corporation for Health and Productivity Management
Since 2019, Takenaka Corporation has been certified every year as an Excellent Corporation for Health and Productivity Management* by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
* This is a system to honor corporations that practice particularly excellent health management based on their efforts to address local health issues and the initiatives promoted by the Japan Health Council.
Obtained SBT certification
In March 2024, Takenaka Group received SBT (Science Based Targets) certification as its long-term CO2 reduction target for 2030 is at the 1.5℃ level, which is in line with the Paris Agreement.
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External awards for major achievements
Having the basic stance of quality management, our ongoing environmental initiatives, and architecture and urban creation results have received high praise from outside the company along with numerous awards and recognition. Some of our major awards are listed below.
BCS Prizes sponsored by the Japan Federation of Construction Contractors
The BCS Prizes was established in 1960 based on the idea, "In order to create an excellent building, not only is design important, but construction techniques are as well, and understanding and cooperation among the client, designer, and builder are necessary." Excellent architectural works have been recognized with the objectives of creating fine architectural heritage and contributing to cultural advancement and global environmental conservation. Screening and selection is done at actual places by a selection committee consisting of academic experts, architects, and people involved in construction from various fields.
Design: Takenaka Corporation + Toyo Ito Architects / Construction: Takenaka Corporation
BELCA Prizes sponsored by the Building and Equipment Long-life Cycle Association (BELCA)
The BELCA Prizes is an award system for recognizing contributions to extending the service life of existing buildings that have been well maintained and preserved over the long term or have had outstanding renovations. There are two categories: Long Life Category and Best Renovation. The BELCA Prize Selection Committee, which is comprised of academic experts and members who are well versed in this type of business, performs screening and selection at actual places to select award-winning buildings.
Renovation Design: Mamoru Yamada Architects, General Equipment Consultant / Renovation Construction: Takenaka
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Good Design Award sponsored by the Japan Institute of Design Promotion
Established by the former Ministry of Trade and Industry in 1957, the Good Design Award is said to be one of the world’s four leading design awards. The judging criteria have changed over time, but these are regarded as milestones in Japanese design and industry.
AIJ Selected Works sponsored by the Architectural Institute of Japan
Since its inception in 1989, Selected Architectural Designs has been highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally as a publication for the presentation of architectural works in Japan. Works to be listed are determined after examination at actual places, and particularly excellent ones are selected for Annual Architectural Design Commendations.
Design and supervision: Takenaka Corporation, Maki Planning Office, NTT Facilities / Construction: Takenaka Corporation (JV)
Other awards
Takenaka has received a wide range of awards for the workplace, environment, wood utilization, and academic society presentations as well as international awards. Major awards received in 2022 are below.
