Asuene Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire and integrate \u201cSustana,\u201d the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions management cloud service developed by Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC). Simultaneously, Asuene has closed the first tranche of its Series C2 funding round, which includes a strategic equity investment and share transfer from Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Through this deal, Asuene further strengthens its strategic capital and business alliance with SMBC Group.<\/p>\n
This integration positions Asuene as the leading platform for GHG emissions management across Asia, accelerating global collaboration between the two companies.<\/p>\n
As climate action accelerates globally, corporate sustainability management is becoming increasingly complex. From regulatory requirements under the ISSB and CSRD to growing stakeholder demand for transparency, companies are now expected to measure and reduce emissions across their entire supply chain.<\/p>\n
Since launching \u201cASUENE\u201d in August 2021, Asuene has become Japan\u2019s No.1 carbon accounting platform*, serving over 10,000 corporate clients. The company provides end-to-end decarbonization and ESG solutions through integrated data partnerships and strategic alliances with leading institutions\u2014including SMBC.<\/p>\n
SMBC Group\u2019s mid-term management plan, \u201cPlan for Fulfilled Growth,\u201d prioritizes the creation of social value. SMBC began offering \u201cSustana\u201d in May 2022 as part of its decarbonization strategy, focusing on listed corporations on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.<\/p>\n
This deal brings together Asuene\u2019s strength in emissions visualization and SMBC Group\u2019s expertise in global decarbonization finance, enabling both parties to respond to the growing and evolving needs of corporate sustainability.<\/p>\n
Through this integration, Asuene and SMBC Group will enhance collaboration across several key areas:
1. Establish ASUENE as undisputed No.1 carbon accounting platform in Asia
2. Expanding global cooperation across Asia, the US., and beyond
3. Accelerating co-creation of next generation climate tech solutions<\/p>\n
Asuene continues to expand its multi-product decarbonization and ESG offerings in the climate tech space.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\u201cASUENE\u201d has achieved 95% ARR growth since its last funding round, serving more than 10,000 companies\u2014making it Japan\u2019s market leader*. The ESG rating cloud \u201cASUENE ESG\u201d now covers over 15,000 companies, helping organizations advance their ESG initiatives. Additionally, the carbon credit marketplace \u201cCarbon EX\u201d has surpassed 1,500 registered entities, making it the top platform by number of participants in Japan.<\/p>\n
To further accelerate global expansion, Asuene launched its fifth international office in April 2025\u2014Asuene Europe Limited\u2014based in the UK, following locations in Singapore, the US., the Philippines, and Thailand. This marks a strategic entry into Europe, the world\u2019s largest sustainability market.<\/p>\n
Masayuki Takanashi, Executive Officer, Group CSuo, SMFG \/ Executive Officer, Head of Sustainability Division for Fullfilled Growth, SMBC<\/b><\/p>\n
Since entering a strategic capital and business alliance with Asuene in June 2024, we have been working together to accelerate decarbonization across Japan, Asia, and globally. By integrating the Sustana business and investing further in Asuene, we aim to co-create holistic decarbonization solutions that go beyond emissions tracking. Together, we will empower corporations to increase enterprise value while advancing the transition to a net zero society.<\/p>\n
Kohei Nishiwada, Founder, CEO & COO, Asuene Inc.<\/b><\/p>\n
It is a great honor to announce the integration of the Sustana business and the deepening of our capital partnership with SMBC Group. I sincerely thank everyone involved for their dedication and support.With this enhanced alliance, we are committed to delivering even higher-value services to Sustana\u2019s existing users. We will significantly scale our consulting and customer success capabilities to support that goal.<\/p>\n
We strongly resonate with SMBC Group\u2019s vision for \u2018Fulfilled Growth.\u2019 Together, we aim to forge a modern partnership of innovation and transformation\u2014targeting global leadership at the intersection of sustainability data, finance, and AI.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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