Press Release

Tokyo, JAPAN – Japan Airlines (JAL) has been selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), consisting of companies in the Asia-Pacific region, one of the indices of the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), a leading ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investment index, for the third consecutive year.

The DJSI is a renowned ESG investment index that comprehensively analyzes and evaluates the corporate activities of over 13,000 leading global companies, selecting those that excel in sustainability across governance/economy, environment, and society. This recognition holds great significance for investors who prioritize corporate social responsibility and sustainability.

eGPU* introduced at Matsuyama Airport

*Lithium-ion-battery-powered Ground Power Unit

100% plant-based reusable tableware for economy class ((the top three bowls in the image)

Paper toothbrush and its packaging provided at JAL lounge per request

In this year's assessment, JAL received the highest rating in various areas within the airline industry, including multi-stakeholder engagement for decarbonization, management of packaging materials such as reducing single-use plastics, and information security. The company also earned high ratings for its disclosure based on the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)*1 and the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)*2, as well as human capital management and customer relationship management including sustainable marketing and brand perception. *3

Alongside its selection for the DJSI Asia Pacific for the third consecutive year, JAL has been a constituent in various leading ESG investment indices such as the FTSE Blossom Japan Index and the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index. *4

JAL will continue to promote the ESG strategy, its topmost strategy, through company-wide efforts to generate sustainable social and economic value by creating relationships and societal connections through movement, aiming to become the world's most preferred and valued airline group.

（*1） JAL Group’s TCFD： https://www.jal.com/en/sustainability/environment/climate-action/
（*2） JAL Group’s TNFD： https://www.jal.com/en/sustainability/environment/biodiversity/
（*3） JAL Group’s Sustainability： https://www.jal.com/en/sustainability/
（*4） JAL Group’s Awards： https://www.jal.com/en/company/awards/