Approach to Environmental Conservation
It is our duty to protect the global environment and pass it on to the next generation.
Rohto Group established its Environment Basic Policy, and through its corporate
activities, it is working to prevent and continuously improve the pollution
of the local and global environment.
In particular, we understand that reducing greenhouse gases (GHG) to prevent global warming is a challenge for society as a whole, and take various steps to reduce the environmental impact of energy conservation, transportation, and other transportation in offices and plants.
In order to achieve these reduction targets, we established the "Basic Guidelines for Company-wide Energy Management" in 2011 and are promoting it company-wide.
In March 2018, we signed the United Nations Global Compact and were registered as a participating company.
We will respond more seriously than ever to the three principles of environmental issues: a precautionary approach to environmental issues, an initiative to environmental responsibility, and the development and dissemination of environmentally friendly technologies, and aim to realize the sustainable development of society through collaboration with domestic and overseas suppliers.
ROHTO Group Basic Environment Policy
Based on our purpose—"To contribute to the well-being of all people
and society surrounding us, and to energize the world of tomorrow by delivering
‘health' to people around the globe through our products and services"—ｗe
are committed to promoting business activities in harmony with the global
environment and working toward the realization of a sustainable society.
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Compliance with laws, ordinances, and regional cooperative agreements
We will take initiatives to conserve the environment, abiding by environment-related
laws, ordinances, regulations, regional agreements, and other guidelines.
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Response to climate change
Acknowledging the impact of our business activities on climate change as
a material issue, we will advance the efficient use of energy while cutting
down the usage amount, and strive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in
cooperation with our stakeholders, thereby realizing a decarbonized society.
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Promotion of resource circulation
To effectively utilize limited resources, we will advance reducing the
usage of water, raw materials, and other resources, cutting down waste
discharge, and recycling them through efficient use, thereby contributing
to establishing a resource-circulation society.
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Co-existence with nature
We will prevent water pollution, soil contamination, and air pollution
from occurring by advancing the proper management of chemical substances
that affect the environment, reducing the usage of those substances by
replacing them with alternative materials, and managing and processing
wastewater appropriately. By taking these initiatives, we will strive to
conserve biodiversity through our business activities while considering
the effects on the ecosystem.
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Development of environment-friendly products
We will strive to develop and provide products that reduce the environmental
burden at each process, from design, formulation, manufacturing, transportation,
distribution, and use to disposal.
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Environment management system
We will assess environmental impacts brought about by our business activities
(such as providing products and services), set specific targets for reducing
load on the Earth, and establish an environmental management system (EMS).
By taking these initiatives, we will strive to prevent environmental pollution
and constantly improve EMS.
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Raising of environmental awareness and communication
We will promote environmental education and activities to raise every officer
and employee's awareness. In addition, by joining an environmental conservation
activity as a local community member, we will facilitate
Basic Guidelines for Company-wide Energy Management
- ROHTO will set a goal to reduce the “energy consumption intensity” or “intensity to be evaluated for electricity demand optimization” by at least one (1) percent per year as an average rate from a medium-to-long-term perspective.
- ROHTO will facilitate the conversion into non-fossil energy and the utilization of renewable energy.
- ROHTO will facilitate the operation of eco-conscious facilities to save energy, extend the lifespan of equipment, and co-existence with the global environment.
- Each employee will tackle energy issues (as above) in everyday tasks with support from their managers or supervisors and technical backup from the relevant units or departments.
- In addition to the individual effort above (3), ROHTO will maintain and enhance the energy-saving measures in a planned and continuous manner, for example, by replacing out-of-date facilities, introducing updated technology, and examining the operation control system (for efficient operation of facilities and equipment).
- ROHTO strives to reduce energy, abiding by laws and regulations on energy and respecting various requirements from relevant economic and industry organizations.
- ROHTO will not ask for our employees’ patience but to avoid waste.
Legal Compliance
In fiscal 2023, we committed zero violations of environmental laws and regulations and fines.
There were also no environmental litigation cases.
Our plants and laboratories are considered to be at high environmental risk.
We prevent environmental pollution from disasters and accidents, prepare for and respond to emergencies, and maintain and maintain related facilities.
In fiscal 2023, there were zero environmental accidents that had a major impact on the surrounding environment.
Participation in external environmental initiatives