The Sumitomo Wiring Systems group has defined the "Challenge-Eco 2012" action plan. This plan also covers activities overseas. The group is developing environmental preservation activities based on the plan.
The "Challenge-Eco 2012" action plan consists of four major activities: Strengthening environmental management; Promoting design and development of environmentally conscious products; Realizing clean factories; and Enhancing social contributions and communication. Each of these activities has its own goals for 2012.
By promoting the practice of "Challenge-Eco 2012," we contribute to the environment through our business activities and strive to build a sustainable society.
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Enhancement of Group-wide activities |
Complete prevalence of ISO14001 compliant management activities at major bases in Japan and overseas, and operation of global and companywide environmental management system |
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Enrichment of environmental management information system |
Sharing of environmental data on a global scale and establishment of the system for feedback to environmental management |
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Increase in number of certified environmentally conscious products |
Approved product sales ratio of 80% and thorough usage of LCA in product development phase |
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Enhancement of cooperation with suppliers |
100% rank B or higher for all suppliers |
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Energy saving (CO2 reduction) |
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Promotion of logistics efficiency (CO2 reduction) |
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Reduction of total volume of waste |
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Control and reduction of substances of concern |
Promotion of reduction of controlled substances in the manufacturing process |
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Advancement of information disclosure |
Expansion and improvement of information disclosure in the Group companies including overseas companies |
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Coexistence with communities |
Expansion and enhancement of environmental preservation activities by group companies in both Japan and overseas |
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