Environmentally Conscious Management
Basic Approach

Approach

Canon addresses the four material topics identified in the environmental domain, including Climate Change, Resource Efficiency, Chemical Substances and Biodiversity, throughout the entire product life cycle. Especially in the field of Climate Change, to achieve net zero CO₂ emissions, we are working to improve the energy efficiency of Canon products over their lifecycle through a range of environmental activities, including designing smaller, lighter products; making distribution more efficient; saving energy at production sites; utilizing renewable energy sources; and improving the energy efficiency of products during usage and other stages of the lifecycle. We have moved ahead with the introduction of renewable energy mainly in Europe and Asia, and will continue to promote the strategic utilization of renewable energy in consideration of its availability and economic viability in each region. We will also seek to reduce our CO₂ emissions by using fewer virgin resources and more recycled materials. In addition to our own efforts, we will collaborate on initiatives with stakeholders throughout the value chain. Over the long term, we aim to incorporate the products of innovation to reduce CO₂ emissions using various approaches, including the achievement of our SBTi^* targets. Through the power of technology and innovation, Canon will not only reduce CO₂ emissions in our own operations but also help lower CO₂ emissions across society.

• * Science Based Targets initiative: A global body that promotes setting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets in line with climate science