Energy-saving, resource-saving, and reduction of the environmental impacts
Policy
The Group will further promote energy conservation and the effective use of resources, and work to resolve a variety of environmental issues for the future of the Earth.
Awareness of Issues
We recognize that specific measures to combat climate change, the efficient use of limited resources, and a circular economy* are key issues that companies face. The Group is committed not only to contributing to the global environment, but also to enhancing our competitiveness and achieving sustainable development through efforts to conserve energy, effectively use resources, and reduce the environmental impact of our manufacturing processes.
*Circular Economy
Economic activities to recycle and circulate existing resources, such as by converting waste after use into resources for another business
KPIs
- GHG emissions (Scope1+Scope2): 6,507 thousand tons of CO2e
- Emissions intensity index of production volume relative to 1990:57.0%(Shin-Etsu Group), 53.4%(Shin-Etsu Chemical)
- Average rate of energy consumption in terms of production intensity: 0.3% increased
- Average rate of water withdrawal in terms of intensity: 17.7% reduction
- Average rate of BOD emissions in terms of production intensity: 1.6% increase
- Final waste landfill disposal rate: 1.08% (domestic consolidated companies)
- Average rate of emissions of air pollutants in terms of production intensity: 11.1% increased in Soot, 7.1% reduction in SOx
（FY2023 results）
Key Sustainability Issues
- The foundation of all activities: legal compliance, fair corporate activities
- Health and safety of employees and contractors
- Energy-saving, resource-saving, and reduction of the environmental impacts
- Product quality improvements and product safety control
- Promoting CSR procurement and the diversification of supply sources
- Respect for human rights, the development of human resources, and the promotion of diversity
- Respect for and protection of intellectual property
- Contribution to industry and social initiatives
- Accurate and timely information disclosure and communication with stakeholders