1. Response to climate change and reduction of CO2 emissions
We have positioned responding to climate change and reducing CO2 emissions as our top environmental priorities and aim to contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society.
We will strive to save energy by enhancing the efficiency of energy usage required by our business activities, and we will also make use of renewable energy.
Furthermore, we will work to reduce CO2 emissions throughout the entire supply chain in partnership with our customers and trading partners.
We will design products and services that are user-friendly, extremely safe, and that have a low impact on the environment and ecosystems.
2. Resource recycling and waste reduction
In order to use limited resources effectively and avoid wastage, we will strive to raise resource recycling rates and to reduce waste. We will work to reduce plastic used in our products and services from the perspective of the 4Rs※.
Reduce (reduction in the amount of plastic used for our containers), Reuse (reuse of containers), Recycle (recycling of container recovery), Renew (switch to recycled or plant-based materials)
3. Sustainable use of biological resources and water resources
We recognize that our business activities have an impact on biodiversity, so in order to protect this biodiversity, we promote the sustainable use of biological resources.
We also promote the sustainable use of water resources in order to reduce water consumption and to ensure it is used effectively.
4. Sustainable Procurement
We aim to build relationships of mutual respect and prosperity with trading partners and to practice sustainable procurement that is considerate of environment, people, and labor issues, in line with the FANCL Group Sustainable Procurement Policy.
5. Compliance with environmental laws and regulations
We comply with laws, regulations, and voluntary standards related to the environment, striving to prevent the emission of substances that have a negative impact on the environment and preventing pollution.
FANCL is aligned with international agreements and the policies and measures of the national and local governments, working in partnership to resolve environmental issues.
6. Environmental education and awareness
Each and every employee understands the importance of conserving the environment and ecosystems, and engages in environmental activities at work and at home.
In addition, we are committed to actively disseminating environmental information, expanding the circle of environmental activism with customers and the community.
7. Maintenance of the environmental management system
We conduct environmental audits and voluntarily review the contents of activities.
Thus, we are committed to continuous improvement.
May 8, 2024