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1、CANON SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2024CONTENTSCANON SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2024About This Report 01Message from the CEO 02Canons Corporate Philosophy 03Canon Group Overview 04Sustainability Management 05Sustainability at Canon 05Addressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and Solutions 06Canon E

2、XPO 2023 07Stakeholder Engagement 09Environmental and Social Material Topics 10Environment 13Approach(Environment)13Activity Report 14Environmentally Conscious Management 14Climate Change 23Resource Efficiency 28Chemical Substances 34Biodiversity 37Society 41Approach(Society)41Activity Report 42Resp

3、ecting Human Rights 42Hiring and Treatment of Human Resources 47Diversity,Equity and Inclusion 51Occupational Safety and Health Management 54Human Resource Development and Personal Growth 57Sociocultural Support Activities 61Management Foundation 67Product Responsibility 67Corporate Governance 73Ris

4、k Management 79Supply Chain Management 86Third-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance 91Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment01Canon Sustainability Report 2024About This ReportGRI2-4GRI2-3GRI2-2GRI2-5Reports Containing Sustainability In

5、formationReportDescriptionCanon Sustainability ReportDiscloses detailed and comprehensive information about Canons sustainability approach and framework,as well as our initiatives to address environmental,social,and governance issues.Canon Integrated ReportCompiles and discloses information pertaini

6、ng to our longer-term corporate value creation story,including business plans,business,finance,and HR strategies,and ESG initiatives.Canon Annual ReportDiscloses financial information as an English-language consolidated financial statement report and introduces non-financial information such as busi

7、ness strategies and ESG initiatives.Annual Securities Report(Japanese only)Discloses detailed information particularly about our financial situation,pursuant to the requirements of Article 24,Paragraph 1 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.Corporate Governance ReportDiscloses our corporate

8、 governance approach and structure in line with Japans Corporate Governance Code and provides more detailed information about our institutional design,how our governance structure operates,and an evaluation of its effectiveness.Canons Sustainability Report provides detailed,comprehensive disclosure

9、to help our various stakeholders gain a deeper understanding of Canons approach to sustainability,as well as our sustainability framework and specific initiatives.The 2024 Report includes initiatives to address social issues through products,technologies and solutions,technologies exhibited at Canon

10、 EXPO 2023 that are poised to change lifestyles and society in the future,and technologies that will lead to decarbonization and resource recycling.We also summarize progress made with regard to the six materiality themes we have identified in the areas of the environment and society.Our Data Summar

11、y(available as a separate PDF)provides information related to society and the environment.Some of the data in the Data Summary and the Sustainability Report has been subject to third-party review for enhanced data integrity.(Ref.)Data Summaryhttps:/global.canon/en/sustainability/report/pdf/data-2024

12、-e.pdfThis report has been prepared in accordance with Global Reporting Initiative(GRI)Standards,which are standard global reporting guidelines.A table comparing this report and GRI Standards is posted on the website below,and relevant GRI Standard disclosure items are clearly indicated with icons i

13、n the report.GRI disclosure item icon example:GRI2-2(Ref.)Comparative table for GRI Standards:https:/global.canon/en/csr/search/gri.htmlScope of the Report and Period CoveredFY2023(January 1 to December 31)Some information relates to times either before or after this period.Target of the ReportThis

14、report presents data from 336 companies(58 companies in Japan and 278 overseas)that are consolidated companies of the Canon Group.All environmental data(except CO2 emissions from 2021 onwards)refer to 120 ISO 14001-certified companies plus one non-certified company.(Ref.)Canon Group Directoryhttps:/

15、global.canon/en/corporate/group/index.htmlDate of PublicationMay 2024(previous:May 2023,next planned:April 2025)Referenced Reporting Guidelines GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards ISO 26000 Guidance on Social Responsibility Recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosure

16、s(TCFD)Recommendations of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures(TNFD)Guidelines for Human Capital Visualization,Cabinet Office&Ministry of Economy,Trade and Industry(Japan)Environmental Reporting Guidelines(2018 Edition),Ministry of the Environment(Japan)Environmental Accounting Guid

17、elines(2005 Edition),Ministry of the Environment(Japan)Charter of Corporate Behavior,Keidanren(Japan Business Federation)Disclosed DataDisclosed data has been revised to reflect changes in calculation methods and the expanded scope of sites covered.Accordingly,some data in this report differ from pr

18、eviously disclosed data and detailed figures may not add up to totals due to rounding.Notation“Canon”refers to all companies in the Canon Group including Canon Inc.and its consolidated subsidiaries,while“Canon Inc.”indicates the non-consolidated parent company.“Employees”refers to full-time employee

19、s and also includes part-time workers.In addition,“Europe”refers to the region including Europe,the Middle East,and Africa.Forward-looking StatementsThis report contains not only past and present facts about Canon,but also forward-looking statements based on plans,prospects,and management policies a

20、nd strategies as of the publication date.These forward-looking statements are assumptions or estimations based on information available at the time the report was prepared.Due to a range of variables,however,the results or circumstances of future business activities may vary from the forecasts conta

21、ined herein.Contact usTEL:(81)3-3758-2111URL:https:/global.canon/en/contact/sustainability-r/sustainability-r-form-e.htmlCanons corporate philosophy is kyosei.It conveys our dedication to achieving a society where all people,regardless of culture,customs,language,or race,happily live and work togeth

22、er.Based on this philosophy,we have worked to foster good relationships with customers and local communities,with governments at all levels,and with the Earth and the natural environment,and have actively made efforts to address societal issues through our technologies and business activities.Our ph

23、ilosophy of kyosei is also consistent with the SDGs,and we believe our various activities contribute to achieving each of them.We have consistently taken our environmental responsibilities as a global corporate citizen seriously.We started to collect and recycle used toner cartridges in 1990,ahead o

24、f other companies.At a time when environmental measures,such as CO2 reduction and resource efficiency,have become major components of business competitiveness,we have positioned environmental initiatives as one of the main strategies in our medium-to long-term management plan,and are working to acce

25、lerate our activities.Last year,we set“Minimum Energy 360”as a slogan for our environmental initiatives,and under this slogan,we strive to reduce CO2 emissions throughout the product life cycle at all stages of our value chain,urging each employee to minimize the consumption of energy in every aspec

26、t of their lives to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050.We are also strengthening our efforts to respect human rights,develop human resources,and contribute to society,all of which we believe are fundamental to the sustainable development of Canon and society.Regarding human rights,we are identif

27、ying and improving human rights risks in our business activities,including our supply chain,through Group-wide human rights due diligence.The Canon EXPO 2023 exhibition,which was held last fall,showcased the way in which the latest products,services,solutions and technologies that support them are s

28、olving social problems and creating new value.Going forward,we will commercialize the products,technologies and solutions we have exhibited and continue to engage in a wide range of activities in cooperation with various partners,including research institutions,other companies,and national and local

29、 governments,to realize a safe and secure society and healthier,more comfortable lives.As sustainability awareness grows around the world,and industries,society,work styles,and lifestyles continue to change drastically,we hope to respond to the needs and expectations of our stakeholders with innovat

30、ion and technology,and to contribute to the sustainable development of society as we seek to become a truly excellent global corporation that is admired and respected around the world.We humbly ask for your continued support.Fujio MitaraiChairman&CEOCanon Inc.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Phi

31、losophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance02Canon Sustainability Report 2024Message from the CEOCorporate PhilosophyKyoseiMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability Mana

32、gementEnvironment03Canon Sustainability Report 2024Canons corporate philosophy is kyosei.It conveys our dedication to seeing all people,regardless of culture,customs,language or race,harmoniously living and working together in happiness into the future.Unfortunately,current factors related to econom

33、ies,resources and the environment make realizing kyosei difficult.Canon strives to eliminate these factors through corporate activities rooted in kyosei.Truly global companies must foster good relations with customers and communities,as well as with governments,regions and the environment as part of

34、 their fulfillment of social responsibilities.For this reason,Canons goal is to contribute to global prosperity and the well-being of humankind as we continue our efforts to bring the world closer to achieving kyosei.Canon Group OverviewMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group Ove

35、rviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance04Canon Sustainability Report 2024GRI2-2GRI2-1GRI2-6GRI2-7Company InformationCompany name .Canon Inc.Established .August 10,1937Headquarters .30-2,Shimomaruko 3-chome,Ohta-ku,Tokyo,JapanChai

36、rman&CEO .Fujio MitaraiCanon Inc.shareholders equity:Common stock.174,762 millionGroup companies.336 consolidated subsidiariesAffiliated companies accounted for by the equity-method.10Sheet-fed pressesOffice multifunction devicesMirrorless camerasNetwork cameras*Sales ratios do not total 100%due to

37、sales between segments.Industrial314.7 billion8%Printing2,346.1 billion56%Imaging861.6 billion21%Medical553.8 billion13%Net Sales by Business UnitEurope1,111.2 billion27%Asia and Oceania855.7 billion20%Americas1,312.4 billion31%Japan901.6 billion22%Net Sales Total(2023)4,181.0billionEurope22,65113%A

38、sia and Oceania62,02337%Americas15,9459%Japan68,53241%Employees by Region Total(2023)169,151Net Sales by RegionNumber of Employees by RegionCT systemsDiagnostic ultrasound systemsSemiconductor lithography equipmentFPD(Flat panel display)lithography equipmentOthers and Corporate189.8 billion5%Net Sal

39、es Total(2023)4,181.0billionPlease refer to Group company websites for further information.https:/global.canon/en/corporate/group/index.htmlSUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENTSustainability at CanonPromotion SystemBesides coordinating activities across the Canon Group to promote sustainability from social and

40、 environmental angles,Sustainability Headquarters of Canon Inc.draws on the expertise of divisions such as legal affairs,human resources,procurement,and quality assurance to inform the response to specialist issues.The division overseeing activities reports as required on the direction and content o

41、f measures to the CEO and the CFO.Once approval is received,it then promotes activities in cooperation with the relevant divisions in Japan and overseas.We disclose information regarding our sustainability initiatives in this report,which is published annually with the approval of management.Additio

42、nally,in April 2024,Canon established a Sustainability Committee to share information and conduct preliminary deliberations with the aim of ensuring appropriate and effective judgment by the CEO or Board of Directors regarding the sustainability-related matters that Canon should address.Driving Awar

43、eness across the GroupTo revitalize activities and help develop a sustainability mindset across the Group,we share the direction of sustainability activities and related details at meetings such as our global management conferences for the senior managers of major Group companies.Moreover,we assess

44、the results achieved under the business policies of each operating division and manufacturing and marketing company under a consolidated performance evaluation system,as well as the results of their various environmental and social contribution activities,to raise awareness among executives.In addit

45、ion,we are conducting a range of sustainability-related training for managers and general employees to drive awareness of sustainability issues.Specific examples of initiatives Education programs for specialist areas such as environmental protection,respect for human rights,data management and compl

46、iance Sustainability awards system based on categories(e.g.,environment,quality)Sharing of information on sustainability activities via the company intranet Information-sharing meetings involving personnel responsible for sustainability across Group companies We invite experts from both within the G

47、roup and outside to speak on various topics related to sustainability,such as human rights issues,diversity,and food waste,using the company intranet to disseminate information to employees(for details,see the following website).Topics addressed to date on the Canon Sustainability Channelhttps:/glob

48、al.canon/en/csr/policy/Sustainability-Related policies Canon Group Environmental Charter Canon Environmental Vision Canon Group Human Rights Policy Canon Group CSR Activity Policy Principles of Universal Design Canon Group Code of Conduct(P80)Canon Supplier Code of Conduct Canon Group Basic Policy o

49、n Responsible Minerals SourcingReference:Approach to Sustainability(formulated in October 2021)Approach to SustainabilitySince 1988,Canon has been striving to uphold our corporate philosophy of kyosei(living and working together for the common good)in order to contribute to worldwide prosperity and

50、happiness.A society in which all people live and work together,respecting one another and coexisting happily,regardless of culture,customs,language,ethnicity,or region.And a society in harmony with nature,able to preserve Earths abundant resources for future generations.To realize such a society,Can

51、on will create new value through the power of technology and innovation,providing world-first technologies and world-leading products and services while also contributing to solutions for the problems our society faces.By providing greater value while using fewer resources throughout all product lif

52、ecycles,we aim to enable affluent lifestyles while protecting the environment.Through our corporate activities,Canon proactively works toward realizing a sustainable society.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment05Canon Sustainability

53、 Report 2024GRI2-14GRI2-12GRI2-13GRI2-22GRI2-23GRI2-24GRI2-25GRI2-28GRI2-16Sustainability at CanonAddressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and SolutionsPrinting The Printing Group is making Groupwide efforts to strengthen products and services in the office and home fields that offer h

54、ighly productive,convenient and secure environments not limited by where people work,and strengthen the product lineup and expand workflow software to support labor-saving and added value for customers in commercial and industrial printing.Since 1992,we have been promoting the remanufacturing of use

55、d multifunction devices,and our environment-specific model has achieved part reuse rates greater than 94%.In 2023,using low temperature fixing toner,we reduced power consumption by about 15%compared to conventional models.We also launched a new type of large format inkjet printer which uses corrugat

56、ed cardboard for all cushioning material.We aim to increase the global resource recycling rate to up to 50%in 2030,and increase the ratio of remanufactured products to total multifunction devices to 5%in 2025,while promoting green transformation throughout the product lifecycle.Please refer to pages

57、 23,29,30 and 31 for related information.Medical With health promotion and disease prevention measures attracting attention as common issues in countries and regions around the world,the Medical Group is developing and providing new technologies along with medical professionals.The Group focuses on

58、generating value through the reduction of the burden on healthcare professionals and patients,and through cost savings for medical institutions.We are supporting peoples health through the provision of diagnostic imaging equipment such as CT systems that achieve high image quality while significantl

59、y reducing exposure to radiation,healthcare IT solutions that support diagnosis such as reading and diagnostic support,and in vitro diagnostics such as biochemical testing equipment and reagents.We are also working to promote innovation,including clinical studies of photon-counting CT systems with t

60、he National Cancer Center and other medical facilities in Japan and overseas,and joint research with the Kyoto University iPS Cell Research Foundation to commercialize high-quality,low-cost autologous iPS cells.Please refer to page 07 for related information.Imaging The Imaging Group is supporting t

61、he sustainable society called for by the SDGs by supplying systems that support imaging experiences as well as video solutions that tie into solutions to social issues.For example,the network camera business extends beyond simple recording and monitoring.The business also aims to help create communi

62、ties that continue to foster peoples lifestylesusing data obtained from video as information,we will be able to appropriately grasp and respond to situations even from a distance,contributing to the creation of sustainable cities and communities where people can continue to live in safety and securi

63、ty.Canon is also helping to build resilient infrastructure,promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation by means of imaging DX,including the AI-based crack detection of tunnels,bridges and other concrete structures using high-resolution images,and various automation solutions for prod

64、uction sites.The Group is also making steady headway in reducing its environmental impact,such as by quantitatively measuring CO2 emissions reductions and eliminating plastic from camera and lens packaging materials.Please refer to pages 25,31,63 and 64 for related information.Industrial The Industr

65、ial Group provides leading-edge technology in the form of industrial equipment.The Group expects continued growth in its main business areassemiconductor and display manufacturing equipment and measurement devices as technological innovation in such areas as AI,IoT and 5G makes society smarter.By en

66、abling real-time equipment analysis,automatic recovery in the event of errors and suggestions for optimal manufacturing conditions,“Lithography Plus,”our new solution platform for semiconductor lithography equipment increases equipment utilization rates,optimizes our customers production processes a

67、nd improves the rate of non-defective products.Furthermore,because it involves a simpler manufacturing process than conventional lithography technology,nanoimprint lithography technology makes it possible to create more intricate patterns with less power.Under the Canon Environmental Vision“Action f

68、or Green,”we set power reduction targets from the design stage to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.Leveraging our advanced technologies,Canon will be the source of innovation with our ever-evolving products and services that adapt to changing social needs and a changing busines

69、s environment,as well as with a variety of IT/AI-based solutions.Addressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and SolutionsPlease refer to the Integrated Report for more detailed information on how Canon creates new value and addresses societal issues through products,technologies and solu

70、tions.https:/global.canon/en/ir/library/integrated.htmlMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance06Canon Sustainability Report 2024Canon EXPO 2023Stakeholder EngagementE

71、nvironmental and Social Material TopicsCanon EXPO 2023Future Focused.Always.Canon EXPO 2023 showcased Canons revamped image and conveyed how the Group will continue to evolve by adapting to changes in social needs and business conditions through products,solutions and technologies that help address

72、social issues.Canon Technologies Changing Society and How We Live and Work in the FutureRobot Assembles Toy Building BlocksWe are applying automation technology to expand the possibilities of manufacturing and change the way people work.Development of Autologous iPS CellManufacturing AutomationWe ar

73、e working with the CiRA Foundation to develop a device that can stably produce autologous iPS cells from a patients own cells at low cost.Micro-SatelliteImages captured by 50kg-class satellites hold promise for use in a diverse range of fields,including disaster prevention and agriculture.Visitors E

74、xperience What an MR System Can DoBy eliminating the limitations of time and space,Canon MR system provides a new,highly realistic visual experience for fostering creativity in manufacturing,culture,and art industries.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability

75、 ManagementEnvironment07Canon Sustainability Report 2024Sustainability at CanonAddressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and SolutionsPlastics sorting/classification via laser trackingSorting of plastic and non-plastic itemsPlastic pieces sorted by position and colorAs a manufacturer,it

76、 is vital that Canon helps to realize decarbonization and resource efficiency.We have put all the environmentally conscious approaches and technologies accumulated by Canon across the stages of the product lifecycle of design,production and reuse into a single Group-wide technical base we call the“G

77、reen Platform.”By evolving this technical infrastructure,we will target reductions in environmental impact.Environmental Impact Reduction via Thorough Use of SimulationCanon tests product designs by using simulation tools to recreate physical phenomena from the micro to macro level,such as the crump

78、ling or the waviness of paper,or the way individual toner particles melt.For example,reducing the need for fabricating prototypes saves resources during development,while also enabling us to make lighter and more energy-efficient products by optimizing internal paper flows or visualizing heat losses

79、.In turn,this translates to reduced environmental impact during transport and customer usage.Targeting Zero Power Wastage in Factories UsingComprehensive AnalysisWe have established a methodology for tracking down wasted power in factories by analyzing and classifying each operation and function,fro

80、m the motive power and heat used in production lines to lighting,air-conditioning and other infrastructure.Focusing the reduction measures on each function in turn also generates faster results.We are now developing a system based along these lines for the entire Canon Group to help reduce our power

81、 usage on a systematic basis.Leak-resistant Toner Bottles for Greater Collection and ReuseWe have minimized toner wastage using toner control technologies and a redesigned toner bottle with a narrower outlet.Because they require almost no external cleaning,collected post-use bottles can be re-insert

82、ed into new bottle production lines for a more efficient production process with much lower environmental impact,without any loss of product quality.New idea!Development Flame-Retardant,High-strength PET*Widely used in daily-use items and industrial applications,PET boasts low CO2 emissions but unde

83、rperforms compared to industrially popular engineering plastics in areas such as flame retardation and strength.Leveraging our in-house materials technology,we are developing a new recycled PET plastic with enhanced qualities such as flame retardation and mechanical strength.Utilizing this new plast

84、ic in products will help to accelerate Canons efforts to promote decarbonization and resource recycling.*PET=polyethylene terephthalate(a type of plastic derived from oil)In plastics recycling,the collected products are first crushed and sorted.However,black plastic pieces cannot be sorted via conve

85、ntional technology and are generally only reused as fuel.This prompted Canon to develop a tracking-type Raman spectroscopy technology that combines a Raman spectroscopy method with a proprietary measurement/control devices.The technology uses a laser to track the plastic pieces as they move along a

86、high-speed conveyor belt,so the technology can generate sufficient scattering of light to identify the type of the black plastic pieces.This technology helps to expand plastic resource recycling including even black one and Canon contributes to its promotion.Green Platform:A Technical Base Leading t

87、o Decarbonization and Resource EfficiencyEnvironmental Solutions Contributing to Resource Efficiency in Various IndustryCanons Green PlatformToner bottle recycling preserves quality,enhances production efficiency and lowers environmental impactPower consumption by workplace location品質擔保生産効率化環境負荷低減循環

88、How tracking-type Raman spectroscopy system worksLightingHeatAirconditioningMoldingsiteLightingHeatOperationAirconditioningMountingsiteLightingHeatOperationOperationAirconditioningAssemblysite0M50M100M150M200M250M300M350M400MWhFactory floor power consumptionMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philo

89、sophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance08Canon Sustainability Report 2024Canon EXPO 2023Stakeholder EngagementEnvironmental and Social Material TopicsMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Grou

90、p OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment09Canon Sustainability Report 2024Stakeholder EngagementCanon conducts ongoing dialogue with various stakeholders to deepen mutual understanding.In addition to addressing societal issues at the national or local level,we are working to upgrade Canon init

91、iatives and disclosures in alignment with stakeholder interests.Through close communication with numerous visitors at the Canon EXPO 2023 venue(P07),we were able to confirm the value Canon can provide to society and what stakeholders expect from us.We have had dialogues with multiple external expert

92、s on sustainability regarding the content of this report(see P9193).The table below outlines the more important stakeholder communication methods employed within our business activities.Any external inquiries may be directed to the Canon website*.All opinions or requests are promptly shared with,and

93、 answered by,the relevant division.*Inquiries about Canonhttps:/global.canon/en/contact/inquiry/inquiry-form-e.htmlStakeholder FeedbackBelow is a list of page references for this report containing comments made by employees and others outside Canon about the impact of Canon activities.Founding membe

94、rs of the hydroponic plant factories(P27)Activities to attract kingfishers(P37)Male employees taking childcare leave(P49)Participants in leadership training for women(P52)Trainee-style career matching system users(P59)UN SDG Action Campaign(P62)Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art(P64)China-base

95、d environmental NGO Institute of Public&Environmental Affairs(P88)StakeholderTopics of InterestMain Communication MethodsCustomers Provision of high-value-added products and services of high quality Provision of appropriate information on products and services Responding to inquiries Improving custo

96、mer support Customer advice centers Service centers Website/social media Customer satisfaction surveys ShowroomsEducational/Research Institutions Optical technology Cutting-edge technology Joint research Environmental education Joint R&D projects Introductory and operational briefings Visits to Cano

97、n Foundation grant recipients Internship programs Meetings with research institutions,including collaborative projects with industry and academia Providing committee members to various academic societies Outreach classes and instructor dispatchEmployees Improvement in workplace environments Manageme

98、nt policies Maintenance of employee benefit programs Support for career development Maintenance of personnel evaluation system Maintenance of workplace safety system Cultivation of high company morale Labor-management conferences and committees Information sharing from top management Training progra

99、ms Career matching system Whistleblower system Employee awareness surveys Safety and Health Committee Compliance meetings Human resource hotlineNGOs/NPOs Issues affecting global society such as refugee issues and poverty Disaster relief support Ecosystem protection/conservation Supply chain risks Co

100、llaborative biodiversity conservation projects Humanitarian and disaster-relief activities in disaster-affected areas Collaboration to achieve a green supply chainLocal Communities Fulfilling responsibilities as corporate citizen to participate in local community activities Contributions to local co

101、mmunities through business operations Protection/conservation of local community ecosystems Emergency disaster-relief assistance Disaster-preparedness and crime-prevention drills Involvement in local groups/organizations Ecosystem protection/conservation activities Local events and volunteer activit

102、ies Environmental education and awareness activitiesShareholders/Investors Medium-to long-term management strategy aimed at achieving continued growth Status of business portfolio transformation Financial condition Business activity trends and results ESG activities General meeting of shareholders C

103、orporate strategy conference Financial results conferences Conferences for institutional investors Individual meetings with institutional investors Integrated Report/Investor relations websiteSuppliers Procurement policies Requests to address social issues Analysis of business trends and supplier pe

104、rformance Product/technology trends Improved efficiency of the chemical substance information transmission scheme Procurement annual meeting Supplier surveys Business briefings to suppliers Onsite supplier briefings Technology exhibitions by suppliers Promotion of green procurementCentral/Local Gove

105、rnments Active support for initiatives addressing societal issues Strengthening ties with companies Promotion of community revitalization Opinion exchange with central government agencies Opinion exchange with local government authorities Dialogue with economic organizations and industry groups Coop

106、eration in surveys and questionnairesOther Companies Industry trends Product/technology trends Addressing social issues that affect multiple industry sectors Participation in environmental technology initiatives Participation in standardization for common base technologies of IoT systemsExternal Rec

107、ognitionCanon has received awards and citations from various external bodies for the efforts it has made to satisfy stakeholder expectations.Please refer to the URL below for further details.Reference:Recognitionhttps:/global.canon/en/environment/external-evaluation.htmlGRI2-12GRI2-29Sustainability

108、at CanonAddressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and SolutionsMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance10Canon Sustainability Report 2024Environmental and

109、 Social Material TopicsGRI2-25GRI2-23GRI3-1GRI3-2GRI3-3Identifying Material TopicsIn 2022,based on the GRI Standards as revised in 2021,Canon used the four-step process outlined below to identify six material topics by considering the positive and negative,direct and indirect impacts of Group activi

110、ties to the environmental and social areas.Of the six topics identified,four were regarded as of greater importance:three themes(Climate Change;Resource Efficiency,Chemical Substances)due to being issues our society faces,while also affecting Canons operating sites and product competitiveness due to

111、 the trend towards stricter regulation worldwide;and the fourth topic(Human Rights and Labor)as being vital to underpin the mutual respect between individuals that helps create workplaces with innovative potential,thereby sustaining our business development.Although important,the fifth theme(Biodive

112、rsity)was regarded as Identification ProcessThe environmental and social material topics were identified via the following four-step process.having a lesser impact on our business,while the sixth topic(Sociocultural Support Activities)was deemed important based on the recognition that the developmen

113、t of society as a whole supports our corporate activities.Results from this analysis were discussed with outside experts to maintain objectivity,before approval by management.Every year we review the sustainability trends in countries and regions worldwide and analyze related legislative and regulat

114、ory developments to help review our sustainability activities.There has been no change to the environmental and social material themes we established in 2022,including climate change,the recycling of resources,and human rights.Internally,we continue to establish specialized projects and specific act

115、ivities for addressing these issues.STEP 1Identify social issues Define environmental/social impacts of Canon as reflected in business conditions,plus related societal demands,based on:social megatrends;GRI Standards and other international frameworks;ESG markers and findings of sustainability and s

116、takeholder surveys;a comprehensive grasp of social demands and issues through direct dialogueSTEP 2Compare against Group business activities Gauge the impact that Group business activities and actions taken in line with the medium-to long-term management plan have on the environment and societySTEP

117、3Assess importance Evaluate the significance of the impacts for each of the issues identified in Step 2STEP 4Validation and approval Validate the selected activities and priorities via dialogue with outside sustainability experts on the results of the assessment Identify material topics in environme

118、ntal and social areas with management approvalCanon EXPO 2023Stakeholder EngagementEnvironmental and Social Material TopicsIdentified material topicsSignificanceGoalsTargetsEnvironmental domainClimate changeVery importantAchieve net zero CO2 emissions over entire product lifecycles by 2050In line wi

119、th SBTi criteria,reduce Scope 1&2*GHG emissions by 42%and Scope 3*(category 1,11)emissions by 25%by 2030 compared to 2022Lifecycle CO2 emissions improvement index per product in 2023-2025:3%-per-year average improvement,50%improvement in 2030 compared to 2008Raw materials and use CO2 emissions impro

120、vement index per product in 2023-2025:3%-per-year average improvementImprovement in energy consumption per basic unit in 2023:2.4%Resource efficiencyVery important Contain new resource input and use recycled materials Completely eliminate single-use plastics in packaging materialsImprovement in tota

121、l waste generation per basic unit in 2023:1%Improvement in water usage per basic unit in 2023:1%Reduce single-use plastics in packaging materialsResource recycling rate for printing products in 2025:20%.In 2030:50%Chemical substancesVery importantCareful management of chemical substances in products

122、 and in manufacturingEmissions of controlled chemical substances per basic unit in 2023:1%improvementProhibit inclusion of designated chemical substances in products one year before banBiodiversityImportant Conserve biodiversity from a global perspective while considering diverse local characteristi

123、cs Reduce impact on biodiversity of all business activities and promote social contribution activities that help conserve biodiversity“Consideration for biodiversity centered on operational sites”:Ascertain impact of business activities on biodiversity,conserve animal and plant habitats around opera

124、tional sites“Contribution to the realization of a community rich in biodiversity”:Promote biodiversity conservation activities and educational activities in collaboration with local communitiesPurchase paper products with a view to forest resource conservationSocial domainHuman rights and laborVery

125、importantRespect the human rights of all stakeholders involved in Canons business activitiesMitigate risks by conducting human rights due diligenceHighly motivational workplace environments for employeesProper management and reduction of working hours in compliance with the laws of each country and

126、regionEncourage employees to take paid leaveEnvironments that maximize the individuality and potential of employees,ensure mutual respect for diversity,and empower employees Canon Inc.:Increase ratio of female managers by 3x by end-2025 from 2011 levelCanon Inc.:Increase ratio of male employees taki

127、ng childcare leave to at least 50%by end-2025Active recruitment of people with disabilitiesSafe,secure workplace environments for employeesCanon Inc.and Group companies in Japan:Eliminate all types of machinery-related accidents(0 cases)Canon Inc.and Group companies in Japan:Eliminate accidents caus

128、ed by highly hazardous chemical substances(0 cases)Promotion of health managementEnvironments where each employee can build a career and play an active roleDevelop rank-based training programs for personnel,conduct courses and implement other initiativesImplement career development support measuresS

129、ociocultural support activitiesImportantContributing to the realization of a better society as a good corporate citizenPromote sociocultural support activities in global and local communities by leveraging the Groups advanced technological capabilities,global business development expertise,and diver

130、se,specialized human resources*Scope 1:Direct emissions(city gas,LPG,light oil,kerosene,non-energy-related greenhouse gases,etc.)Scope 2:Indirect emissions(from use of electricity,steam,etc.)Scope 3:Supply chain-related emissions(emissions from purchased goods and services,upstream transportation an

131、d distribution,and utilization of sold products).Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment11Canon Sustainability Report 2024Sustainability at CanonAddressing Social Issues Through Products,Technologies and SolutionsResults,achievements i

132、n 2023(KPIs)StatusReduced Scope 1&2 emissions by 10.2%and Scope 3(category 1,11)emissions by 18.5%compared to 2022(P18)Lifecycle CO2 improvement index per product:Annual average of 3.95%(2008-2023)(P18)Raw materials and use CO2 emissions improvement index per product:Annual average of 2.37%(2008-202

133、3)(P18)Although we are making steady improvements,the target has not been met due to slow progressImprovement in energy consumption per basic unit:4.5%improvement(P18)Improvement in total waste generation per basic unit:1.4%deterioration(P18)Not met due to increased waste stemming from production ad

134、justments,etc.Improvement in water usage per basic unit:0.8%deterioration(P18)Not met due to increased water usage stemming from equipment maintenance,etc.“PowerShot V10”awarded for initiatives to eliminate plastic from packaging materials at 2023 Japan Packaging Contest in the category for packagin

135、g of electronic goods and appliances(P31)Resource recycling rate for printing products in 2023:approx.17%(P29)Emissions of controlled chemical substances per basic unit:0.2%deterioration(P18)Not met due to greater use of chemical substances stemming from increased parts cleaning,etc.No prohibited su

136、bstances in products(P34)Fostered biological species at operational sites(P37)Expanded Bird Branch activities Created on-site environments conducive to wild bird life,such as developing biotopes and installing and cleaning bird baths and nesting boxes,took measures to protect against bird strikes;an

137、d took part in seasonal wildlife monitoring(P37)Shimomaruko Woodland certified as a“Nature Symbiosis Site”by the Japanese Ministry of the Environment,contributing to achievement of the Global 30by30 Target committed to at the G7 Summit(P38)Maintained factory green spaces(P38)With expert help,created

138、 environments conducive to wild bird life(P37)Held on-site environmental classes and career education for elementary and junior high school students(P38)Adopted office paper made under forest certification schemes or using environmentally conscious raw materials(P37)Identified salient human rights r

139、isks in business activities including the supply chain(P43)Self-audits by sites in Japan and overseas using RBA tools:59 sites(P46)Total work hours at Canon Inc.:1,734 hours(65 hours less than 1,799 hours in 2010)(P48)Annual average paid leave taken at Canon Inc.:17.7 days(P48)The ratio of female ma

140、nagers at Canon Inc.:Achieve 93%of the target by the end of 2025(P51)Based on the Vital workforce and Value Innovation through Diversity(VIVID)activities policy,besides roundtable discussions between female employees and presidents and awareness surveys,actions included networking events with female

141、 leadership candidates inside and outside the company,training related to career advancement,female leadership,and returning from childcare leave(P51)Ratio of males taking childcare leave at Canon Inc.:65.8%(increase of 63.9ppt from 1.9%in 2011)(P52)Employment ratio for people with disabilities at C

142、anon Inc.:2.55%(statutory minimum 2.3%)(P53)Canon Inc.and Group companies in Japan:All types of machinery-related accidents(1 case)(P55)Not met due to occurrence of an accidentCanon Inc.and Group companies in Japan:Accidents caused by highly hazardous chemical substances (0 cases)(P55)Canon Inc.:Awa

143、rded Health&Productivity Stock Selection for fifth consecutive year from 2019 to 2023(P56)Technical trainees across Canon Inc.and Group companies in Japan:6,638,based on 273 courses(P58)The Canon Institute of Software Technology,a training facility for software engineers,offers programs ranging from

144、 education to hone the skills of engineers in charge of product software development to training for new employees and employees aiming to change jobs(P58)Canon Inc.:304 employees transferred jobs via internal career matching system(P59)Showcased Canon Young People Programme to foster creativity and

145、 expressiveness in young people at two United Nations events(P62)Participants in Miraisha Programme aiming to increase employment opportunities and technical skills in Africa:About 300(P61)Beneficiaries in 4Es Project providing multi-faceted assistance in India:20,081(P63)Visitors to Tsuzuri Project

146、 special exhibition preserving ancient Japanese cultural assets for the future:About 40,000(P64)Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance12Canon Sustainability Report 2

147、024:Target met,good:Target partially metCanon EXPO 2023Stakeholder EngagementEnvironmental and Social Material TopicsENVIRONMENTMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment13Canon Sustainability Report 2024Approach(Environment)Canons Approa

148、ch to Environmental AssuranceActing on the foundation of its Approach to Sustainability(P05),Canon works to protect and conserve the global environment in line with the Canon Group Environmental Charter and the Canon Environmental Vision.GRI3-2GRI2-23GRI2-25GRI3-3ApproachCanon addresses the four mat

149、erial 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 o

150、f 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 othe

151、r 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

152、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,in

153、cluding 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.Canon Group Environmental CharterCorporate Philosophy:KyoseiAchieve corporate growth and developm

154、ent while contributing to the prosperity of the world and the happiness of humankind.Environmental Assurance PhilosophyIn the interest of world prosperity and the happiness of humankind,pursue maximization of resource efficiency,and contribute to the creation of a society that practices sustainable

155、development.Fundamental Policies for Environmental AssuranceSeek to harmonize environmental and economic interests in all business activities,products and services(the EQCD concept);offer products with lower environmental burden through innovative improvements in resource efficiency,and eliminate an

156、ti-social activities that threaten the health and safety of mankind and the environment.EQCD ConceptE:Environment(environmental assurance).Companies are not qualified to manufacture goods if they are incapable of environmental assurance.Q:Quality.Companies are not qualified to market goods if they a

157、re incapable of producing quality goods.C:CostD:Delivery.Companies are not qualified to compete if they are incapable of meeting cost and delivery requirements.1.Optimize the organizations for prompting the Canon Groups global environmental efforts,and promote environmental assurance activities for

158、the Group as a whole.2.Assess the environmental impact of entire product lifecycles and explore ways to minimize environmental burden.3.Promote the research and development of technologies and materials essential for environmental assurance and share the achievements with society.4.Comply with all a

159、pplicable laws in each country/region and other requirements the Canon Group agrees upon with stakeholders,and promote energy and resource conservation and elimination of hazardous substances in all corporate activities.5.In procuring and purchasing necessary resources,give priority to materials,par

160、ts and products with lower environmental burden.6.Establish an Environmental Management System(EMS)and establish and periodically review environmental objectives and targets to prevent environmental pollution and damage,and steadily reduce environmental burden.7.Actively disclose to all stakeholders

161、 information on environmental burden and keep them updated on the progress of environmental measures.8.Raise the environmental awareness of employees and educate them to take the initiative in environmental protection.9.Maintain close relationships with governments,communities,and other interested p

162、arties,and actively support and participate in environmental protection activities.23 March,2007Chairman&CEOCanon Inc.Canon Group Environmental CharterCanon Environmental VisionCanon Environmental VisionThrough technological innovation and improvedmanagement efficiencythroughout all of its corporate

163、 activities,Canon aims to achieve sustainable corporate growthwhile also realizing a society that promotesboth enriched lifestyles and the environment.To this end,Canon offers greater value using fewer resourcesthroughout the entire product lifecycleProduce,Use,Recycleto achieve highly functional pr

164、oductswith minimal environmental burden.Canon continues to expand these activities with itscustomers and business partners.Canon will contribute to a future that promotesboth enrichmentand the environment through technological innovation.Approach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally Conscious

165、 Management-Climate Change*Science Based Targets initiative:A global body that promotes setting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets in line with climate scienceMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationTh

166、ird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance14Canon Sustainability Report 2024Activity ReportEnvironmentally Conscious ManagementCanon works to protect and conserve the environment throughout the product lifecycle.Global Environmental Promotion SystemLed by the Sustainability Headquarters under the super

167、vision of the CFO of Canon Inc.,Canon is conducting environmental activities with the aim of achieving the Groups environmental targets and realizing our environmental vision.We use a global framework comprising the Canon products operations and Canon Group companies in Japan and overseas.The Group

168、Executive for Sustainability Headquarters,a position occupied by an executive officer of Canon Inc.,reports each month to the CFO on all environmental activities to gain approval.When an environment-related global issue arises,such as climate change,whose impact on the Canon Group businesses needs t

169、o be assessed,the Sustainability Committee deliberates on response measures and the Group Executive for Sustainability Headquarters reports to the CEO and the CFO and seeks approval for the direction of the response to the associated risks and opportunities.Environmental Management SystemCanon has i

170、nstituted a common environmental management system(EMS)in line with the ISO 14001 standard covering Group operational sites worldwide.The EMS promotes environmental assurance activities(Do),which are linked with activities of each division(products operations,operational sites,and Group companies).I

171、n turn,we set annual and medium-term environmental targets(Plan)and establish action plans and important measures to achieve those targets,which are reflected in our business activities.Moreover,we carry out Environmental audits to check the progress of initiatives as well as any issues to be addres

172、sed in each division,and Environmental and CSR performance evaluations,to assess our environmental performance(Check).We then work to continually improve and enhance our environmental assurance activities(Act).By implementing the PDCA cycle for environmental assurance activities of each division,we

173、achieve continual improvement and reinforcement and advance the environmental assurance activities of the entire Canon Group.The Sustainability Headquarters ensures the smooth management of this system by gathering Canons Environmental Management Systeminformation on environment-related laws and reg

174、ulations,establishing environmental policies and rules for the entire Group,and planning and managing evaluation methods for environmental assurance activities.Reflecting the need for independent,third-party evaluation of EMS effectiveness,all Canon Group operating sites with manufacturing or market

175、ing functions are ISO 14001-certified.In 2023,Canon Inc.as well as Group companies operating in 40 countries and regions(in total,120 companies/553 operational sites)had gained ISO 14001 certification.The acquisition of consolidated Group certification has supported stronger corporate governance and

176、 more efficient environmental management.EMS certification status is one element of the management review used to monitor this area,which includes relevant reporting to and approval of both the CEO and CFO of Canon Inc.Reference:Certifications Obtainedhttps:/global.canon/en/environment/data/pdf/cano

177、n-list-e.pdfPromoting Maximization of Resource EffciencyImprovement and Enhancement of Environmental Assurance ActivitiesCanon Group Environmental CharterCanon Environmental VisionEnvironmental TargetsEnvironmental Assurance Activities in Each DivisionCPLANADPCHECKDOACTMaterialityRisks and Opportuni

178、tiesEnvironmental Audits and EnvironmentalPerformance Evaluation System-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-BiodiversityEnvironmental EducationCanons environmental education programs provide basic environmental training to all employees,and specialized training for employees engaged in specific

179、types of work.The basic environmental training aims to equip employees with an awareness of the importance of environmental assurance activities and an understanding of related policies and targets,while the aim of the specialized training program is to enable employees involved in environmental ass

180、urance activities to acquire knowledge and expertise.The specialized training program consists of product environment,operational site environment and environmental audit sections.Of these,product environment training enables those responsible for product environmental assessments and product survey

181、s to acquire knowledge and expertise.These educational programs are designed to enable employees to receive needed training at a time that suits their schedule,whether by e-learning,group discussion,group work,or other method.Among the specialized environmental training programs,we have made the cou

182、rses on risk management Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment15Canon Sustainability Report 2024Online exhibition websiteProduct Development System Using LCA MethodologyCanon aims to reduce the environmental impact of products over th

183、eir entire life cycle based on the use of life cycle assessment(LCA)methodology.We have incorporated the LCA approach from the product development stage,using real-world data collected from suppliers on the CO2 emissions of the materials used to make parts.Product Environmental AssessmentsCanon cond

184、ucts an environmental assessment during the commercialization process to check whether a product meets product environmental legal and other requirements applicable for products and has achieved the necessary environmental performances.We start the assessment by assigning an environmental performanc

185、e target to the product at the product planning stage.Before the decision is made to commercialize the product and initiate mass production,Canon evaluates whether this target has been met,and ascertains whether the product also satisfies the applicable legal and other requirements.Confirming the Ef

186、fectiveness of Environmental ManagementCanon uses an internal environmental audit to confirm the effectiveness of its environmental management system.The audits are composed of headquarters environmental audits performed by Sustainability Headquarters,and operational site environmental audits and pr

187、oduct environmental audits conducted by the audit divisions of operational sites and products operations.Mutual cross-site audits are carried out in certain locations.The results from internal environmental audits are collated by Sustainability Headquarters and reported to the CEO and the CFO of Can

188、on Inc.via management reviews.In 2022,the audits found no major nonconformity or violations.From the perspective of continual improvement and prevention,we are taking steps to rectify even minor findings in operations management.Monitoring of Progress toward Environmental TargetsOperational sites re

189、port monthly to Sustainability Headquarters on energy consumption,volume of waste generation,chemical substance emission volumes,and water usage.Monthly aggregates are tracked against targets to monitor progress,and are also reported monthly to executives,the general managers of business divisions,a

190、nd senior managers at major Canon Group companies.Additionally,the evaluation and the risks identified are subject to the PDCA cycle for environmental assurance activity within the shared framework of the Groups ISO 14001-based environmental management system.Environmental Awards and Environmental E

191、xhibitionCanon holds an internal environmental awards ceremony and related exhibition to increase staff awareness and promote successful initiatives in the environmental field.This approach enables management to identify outstanding examples of good environmental practice and promote their company-w

192、ide implementation,while also serving as a valuable opportunity to raise environmental awareness among employees.The best examples are exhibited online using the Group intranet,to which many Group employees have access.This has helped accelerate the implementation of good practices across the entire

193、 organization.In 2023,one project was selected for the Grand Prize,with three entrants getting a Merit Award and another three a selection committee commendation.In addition,staff events and other activities held in Environment Month in June to help raise in-house sustainability awareness included a

194、 photography contest on the theme of sustainability and a workshop to create accessories using discarded lenses.The staff canteen also undertook several steps,including an initiative to cut food waste and offering low-CO2 emission menus featuring meat alternatives,while outside experts were featured

195、 on in-house channel programs.Approach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally Conscious Management-Climate Change“Minimum Energy 360”Motto Adopted to Help Energize Environmental InitiativesEnvironmental issues are all around us waiting to be addressed.To help employees develop a shared mindset

196、of saving energy and resources,Canon has adopted the motto“Minimum Energy 360.”Emphasizing the need to minimize energy usage in every direction(360),this motto encapsulates our commitment to the ongoing pursuit of various activities to use the minimum amount of energy at every step across the value

197、chain,from the time that Canon carries out development and production,to the stage of transportation and logistics,to the point at which customers use our products and when they are finally reused.By adopting this motto throughout the Group,the idea is that staff start to view every kind of corporat

198、e activity as an opportunity to minimize energy usage,cultivating this outlook as a part of the general culture at Canon.available globally,with the training materials translated into English and Chinese.In 2023 also,we carried out training for employees involved in risk management-related work(tota

199、l of approximately 8,500 participants).Environmental CommunicationAlongside the publication of this report,we use a range of media and platforms to keep stakeholders informed about Canons environmental activities.These include a dedicated environmental website,quarterly presentations and investor di

200、alogues,and various events.We are striving to undertake more and better activities based on suggestions and opinions received from stakeholders.Canon also promotes environmental education and awareness activities for the benefit of people in regional communities,providing environmental outreach clas

201、ses for elementary school students and environmental programs run in cooperation with regional organizations.Canon began holding environmental outreach classes on toner cartridges in 2011.Extended to Canon Bretagne in 2022,this program has provided more than 270 classes to over 13,000 participants.I

202、nitiatives at Canon Eco Technology ParkThe Canon Eco Technology Park,which opened in February 2018,is not only a cutting-edge recycling plant but also serves as a focal point of the environmental activities of the Canon Group.The facility offers tours of Canons automated toner and ink cartridge recy

203、cling systems as well as a showroom introducing Canons wide variety of environmental activities,such as the Canon Bird Branch Project,through information panels,videos,and hands-on content.In 2022,the park reopened fully to the general public for tours and environmental classes.In 2023,we installed

204、remotely controlled cameras inside the factory to make the tour easier to understand and help make the viewing experience more realistic.In addition,the online tour that we began offering during the COVID pandemic was also conducted for a Japanese school located overseas for the first time.Minimizin

205、g energy usage at every stepMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance16Canon Sustainability Report 2024Details:Canon Eco Technology Parkhttps:/global.canon/ja/environme

206、nt/ecotechnopark/(Japanese website only)(For inquiries on educational visits and related matters,please contact us through the website shown above.)Canon Eco Technology Park-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-BiodiversityEnvironmental Regulatory Compliance and Response to ComplaintsAs a result

207、of implementing an environmental management system coordinated across the Group,Canon came through 2023 without a single legal violation or accident that seriously impacted the environment,including incidents relating to water quality or quantity permits.Although there were some complaints about noi

208、se at our operational sites,all issues were resolved satisfactorily via appropriate measures.Risks and OpportunitiesEven as consumer lifestyles grow more affluent,various environmental problems are emerging,including climate change,resource depletion,pollution,and loss of biodiversity.Recognizing th

209、e business impact of environmental issues,many companies see the importance of helping address these issues in partnership with national and local governments,experts and other stakeholders.Canon identifies business risks and opportunities by envisioning different ways in which society will change b

210、ased on information received from specialized institutions and government agencies.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment17Canon Sustainability Report 2024Major Climate-Related Risks and OpportunitiesRisks and opportunitiesFinancial i

211、mpactActionRisksTransition risksStricter energy-efficiency regulation and associated compliance costs(products/sites)High Achievement of environmental targets based on the reduction of environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle Collection,analysis and adaptation of information on environm

212、ental regulationsIncreased business costs from economic measures to reduce emissions(e.g.,carbon tax)Medium Achieve energy consumption targets at operational sites Promotion of energy conservation activities at each operational site through cooperation among development,production,facility,and envir

213、onmental departmentsPhysical risksNegative impacts on operations caused by increasingly severe extreme weather events such as typhoons and floodsMedium Formulation of BCPs and relocation of high-risk operational sites to higher groundReputational risksNegative external evaluation due to insufficient

214、 information disclosureLow Disclosure of the approach and the status of efforts in response to climate changeOpportunitiesProducts and servicesExpanded opportunities for sales of energy-efficient products with low lifecycle CO2 emissionsHigh Achievement of environmental targets based on the reductio

215、n of environmental impact throughout product lifecycles Development,manufacture,and sales of products that realize a beneficial balance between energy conservation and enrichment of peoples livesExpansion of sales opportunities for products and solutions that contribute to reducing CO2 emissions thr

216、oughout societyHigh Achievement of environmental targets based on the reduction of environmental impact throughout product lifecyclesEnergy efficiencyReduction of energy costs by improving production and transportation efficiencyMedium Achieve energy consumption targets at operational sites Replacem

217、ent and introduction of high-efficiency facilities and transportation methodsEnergy sourcesExpanded opportunities for use of renewable energy through lower associated costsMedium Switch to renewable energy sourcesOthersEnhanced corporate image due to proactive climate-related disclosuresLow Disclosu

218、re of the approach and the status of efforts in response to climate changeMajor Risks and Opportunities in Other IssuesRisksOpportunitiesResource efficiencyTransition risks Increased procurement costs of raw materials due to resource constraints Stricter resource-efficiency regulation and associated

219、 compliance costs(products/services)Increased costs for collection and recycling of used products in each region Business cost reduction through improved resource efficiency Enhanced competitiveness through 3R design and development of advanced technologies that promote a resource efficiency Increas

220、ed demand for products/consumables that contribute to a resource efficiency(e.g.,remanufactured products)Enhanced corporate image through publicity of our advanced approach to resource efficiency Offering the value of CO2 emissions reduction effect through efforts to recycle resourcesPhysical risks

221、Impairment of stable water supply and impacted business operations due to extreme weather eventsReputational risks Damage to corporate image from slow transition to resource efficiencyChemical Substances Increased chemical substance management costs due to strengthened and expanded regulations Suspe

222、nsion of production or disruption to parts supply chain due to serious noncompliance by suppliers Damage to corporate image due to poor regulatory compliance Supplying safe products and maintaining competitiveness through more advanced chemical substance management Cost reduction through increased m

223、anagement efficiency,including within the supply chain Enhanced corporate image through contribution to international standardizationBiodiversity Reduced supply and higher cost of printing paper due to declining forestry resources Restraints on business activities due to disruption of local ecosyste

224、ms Application of our products and technologies to ecosystem conservation Enhanced corporate image through contribution to local communitiesApproach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally Conscious Management-Climate ChangeWe have set environmental targets in line with SBT*(Scope 1&2 and Scope

225、3 emissions)and with our three-year management plan.We review the targets yearly to determine whether changes are necessary.Canon has set an overall target of a 3%average annual improvement in the index of lifecycle CO2 emissions per product unit,covering CO2 emissions generated at all stages of the

226、 product life cycle,as part of the Canon Group Environmental Targets.Under this overall target,our product target is a 3%average annual improvement in the index of CO2 emissions per product unit associated with raw materials and product utilization.The operational site target includes target figures

227、 for reductions per basic unit in energy consumption,total waste emissions,water consumption and controlled chemical substance emissions.*SBT(Science Based Targets):Greenhouse gas emission reduction targets set by companies in line with standards required by the Paris Agreement.Message from the CEOC

228、anons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance18Canon Sustainability Report 20242030 Targets2023 Achievements*2Total CO2 emissions(compared to 2022)42%reduction for Scope 1&2,25%reduction for Sc

229、ope 3(category 1 and 11)Scope 1&2:10.2%reduction;Scope 3:18.5%reductionImprovement in per-unit lifecycle CO2 emissions index(compared to 2008)50%improvement44.4%improvement20232025 Targets2023 Achievements*2Overall(Lifecycle)3%-per-year average improvement in lifecycle CO2 emissions improvement inde

230、x per productAvg.improvement:3.95 p.a.(20082023)Products3%-per-year average improvement in raw materials and use CO2 emissions improvement index per productAvg.improvement:2.37 p.a.(20082023)2023 Targets*12023 Achievements*2Operational SitesEnergy consumption per basic unit:2.4%4.5%improvementTotal

231、waste generation per basic unit:1%1.4%deteriorationWater usage per basic unit:1%0.8%deteriorationEmissions of controlled chemical substances per basic unit:1%0.2%deterioration*1 Calculation based on average annual improvement rate of the three most recent years.For energy consumption at Japanese ope

232、rational sites,however,calculation as stipulated in Act on Rationalizing Energy Use.The basic unit denominator is decided according to the characteristics of each operational site(production volume,effective floor area,workforce,etc.)*2 For scope of data collection:https:/global.canon/en/sustainabil

233、ity/report/pdf/data-2024-e.pdfEnvironmental Targets and AchievementsTarget:42%reduction(1,000 t-CO2)Achievement10.2%decrease02004006008001,0001,20020302023202201,0002,0003,0004,0005,0006,000Target:25%reduction(1,000 t-CO2)Achievement18.5%decrease203020232022Scope 1&2Scope 3(category 1,11)Total CO2 E

234、missions-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-BiodiversityProgress Relative to Overall TargetIn 2023,we made progress with ongoing improvement in product lifecycle emissions via upgraded site-based energy-efficiency measures;greater adoption of renewable energy sources;development of better energ

235、y-efficient products;reduced use of air freight;and other measures.As a result,against the target of a 3%average annual improvement in the index of lifecycle CO2 emissions per product unit,we realized an average annual improvement of 3.95%between 2008 to 2023 and total improvement of 44.4%from 2008.

236、Achievement of Product TargetsWe continued with initiatives,including efforts to make products more compact,lightweight,and energy efficient,and achieved an average annual improvement of 2.37%(20082023)in raw materials and use CO2 emissions per product,falling just short of our target of 3%.Achievem

237、ent of Operational Site Targets Energy Consumption Per Basic Unit at Operational SitesDue to more efficient production and other factors,overall energy consumption per basic unit improved by 4.5%in 2023,exceeding the 2.4%improvement target.We aim to meet this target again in 2024 by reducing energy

238、consumption and further improving production efficiency.Total Waste Generation Per Basic UnitDue to factors including an increase in the amount of waste generated during production adjustments,waste emissions per basic unit in 2023 fell by 1.4%,missing the 1%improvement target.In 2024,we will move a

239、head with actions to meet the improvement target,including optimizing cleaning conditions.Water Usage Per Basic Unit in ProductionDue to factors including equipment maintenance and greater cooling water usage due to high temperatures,water usage per basic unit deteriorated by 0.8%,missing the 1%impr

240、ovement target.In 2024,we will move ahead with actions to meet the improvement target,including raising the efficiency of the cleaning process for manufacturing equipment.Emissions of Controlled Chemical Substances Per Basic UnitDue to factors including an increase in parts cleaning,emissions of con

241、trolled chemical substances per basic unit fell by 0.2%,missing the 1%improvement target.In 2024,we will move ahead with actions to meet the improvement target,including raising the efficiency of the cleaning process.2024 TargetsUnchanged from 2023.Overview of Environmental ImpactsTotal product life

242、cycle CO2 emissions(Scope 1-3)*in 2023 were approximately 7.47 million tons.Chiefly as a result of actions to conserve energy,increased use of renewable energy,and the switch to electricity with lower CO2 emissions,we achieved a reduction of approximately 870,000 t-CO2 over the entire product lifecy

243、cle.The resources(input)that Canon used in its business activities and emissions(output)to the global environment over the entire product lifecycle are as shown in the following chart.*Scope 1:Direct GHG emissions(combustion of city gas,LPG,light oil,kerosene,non-energy-derived GHG,etc.)Scope 2:Indi

244、rect GHG emissions(consumption of electricity,steam,etc.)Scope 3:Supply chain-related GHG emissions(production of purchased goods and services Category 1,upstream transportation and distribution Category 4,use of sold products Category 11)Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group O

245、verviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment19Canon Sustainability Report 202420302022 20232021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200802040608010050%improvementIndexOverall target:Average annual 3%improvement*Assuming 2008 baseline of 10044.4%improvementAchievement:Average annual 3.95%im

246、provement(Year)Index of Lifecycle CO2 Emissions Per Product UnitApproach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally Conscious Management-Climate ChangeMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opin

247、ion/Third-party Assurance20Canon Sustainability Report 2024Lifecycle GHG Emissions(CO2 Equivalent)*The CO2 conversion coefficient used for raw materials and processing is that of the Eco-Leaf Environmental Label Program.Starting in 2021,data is aggregated for Canon Group consolidated companies,while

248、 data prior to that is aggregated mainly for companies that have acquired ISO 14001 consolidated certification.Scope 3 GHG Emissions in 2023CategoryScope2023 (1,000 t-CO2e)Calculation Method1Purchased goods and services2,903Calculated by multiplying the weight of each material input(including any in

249、puts emitted as waste)by the emission factor for each material/process.2Capital goods883Calculated by multiplying the total amount of each asset category of purchased capital goods by the emission factor for each asset category.3Fuel-and energy-related activities not included in Scope 1 or Scope 218

250、0Calculated by finding the total for fuel and electricity usage at each operational site and then multiplying it by the emission factor from fuel extraction to burning and power generation.4Upstream transportation and distribution357Logistics from the supplier to Canon production sites is calculated

251、 by finding the average transport distance and transport volume and then multiplying it by the emission factor for transportation.Logistics from production site to customers warehouse is calculated by multiplying the emission factor of transportation by logistics performance data.5Waste generated in

252、 operations23The total weight of waste generated by material and disposal process at each operational site is derived and then multiplied by the end-of-life treatment emission factor.6Business travel58The emission factor for each transportation method is multiplied by the total payment amount for ea

253、ch transportation method.For business travel using a personal vehicle,the total payment amount is converted to fuel usage and then multiplied by the emission factor for fuel consumption.7Employee commuting147The emission factor for each transportation method is multiplied by the total payment amount

254、 for each transportation method.For commutes by private vehicle,total fuel usage is derived from amounts paid and then multiplied by the emission factor for fuel consumption.8Upstream leased assets0CO2 emissions from leased buildings and vehicles are applicable,but both are included in Scope 1 and S

255、cope 2.9Downstream transport and distribution50Average transport distance and weight of transported products is calculated for each region and multiplied by the emission factor for transportation.10Processing of sold products0Emissions from production by outsourcing partners of intermediate products

256、 used in sale of Canon-branded products are included in Category 1.11Use of sold products1,786Lifetime energy usage is calculated for each product and then multiplied by the average electricity emission factor.12End-of-life treatment of sold products165Sold products are categorized by material and t

257、hen the emission factor of end-of-life treatment is multiplied by each based on the volume of materials used.13Downstream leased assets1Leased assets such as multifunction devices are included in Category 11 above together with sold products.14Franchises0Not applicable15Investments0Not applicableSco

258、pe 36,55120232022202120207,7338,1282.453,1479463041,0722,2643,3271,0603951,1432,20305,00010,00015,00001.02.03.02.312.078,3423,5191,0214021,1152,2841.797,4682,9039173571,5061,786 Manufacture of raw materials and parts:Scope 3(Category 1)Operational site activities:Scopes 1 and 2 Logistics:Scope 3(Cat

259、egory 4)Customer use:Scope 3(Category 11)Other:Scope 3(other than Categories 1,4 and 11)(t-CO2/1 million)(1,000 t-CO2)Basic unit of consolidated net sales(Scope 1-3)(Year)-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-BiodiversityMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustaina

260、bility ManagementEnvironment21Canon Sustainability Report 2024Canon compiles data for greenhouse gas(GHG;energy-derived greenhouse gas CO2,and non-energy derived greenhouse gases PFCs,HFCs,SF6,N2O,methane,and NF3).For CO2 emission factors for electricity,figures provided by individual electric suppl

261、y companies are used,but publicly disclosed region-specific figures are used when figures are not provided by electric supply companies(Please refer to the website for the operational sites included in aggregation:https:/global.canon/en/sustainability/report/pdf/data-2024-e.pdf.For figures on custom

262、er use,electricity consumption of products shipped in a given year is calculated based on the average lifetime and printing volume,and converted to the CO2 equivalent using CO2 emission factors for electricity,which are calculated in the same way as the above methods.Past data may be revised due to

263、improvements in the precision of data collection.Third-party Verification of GHG Emissions(Converted to CO2)Third-party verification has been obtained for CO2 emissions data appearing in“2023 Material Balance”and“Lifecycle GHG Emissions(CO2 Equivalent)”in 2022/2023 and for each figure in“Scope 3 GHG

264、 Emissions in 2023.”INPUTOUTPUTRecyclingEnergy resources.35,072TJSteel and nonferrous metals.217,000 tPlastics.213,000 tElectronic parts.10,000 tGlass.12,000 tPaper.54,000 tCO2.2,903,000(t-CO2e)Electricity.7,138TJGas.1,538TJOil.1,159TJSteam.439TJWater resources .8,663,000 m3Auxiliary materials (chem

265、ical substances).8,825 tCO2.917,000(t-CO2e)SOx.0.7 tNOx.41.1tDischarged water.6,843,000 mBOD impact.259 tSS impact.151 tEmissions of controlled chemical substances .396 tWaste.1,926 tFuel for transportation .4,802TJCO2.357,000(t-CO2e)Electricity.15,686TJCO2.1,786,000(t-CO2e)Production of raw materia

266、ls and parts by suppliersOperational site activities(development,production,sales)Transportation to sales and other outlets(logistics)Customer useReused parts.1,939 tRecycled materials.1,680 tScope 3 Category 1:2,903,000(t-CO2e)Scope 1:162,000(t-CO2e)Scope 2:755,000(t-CO2e)Scope 3 Category 4:357,000

267、(t-CO2e)Scope 3 Category 11:1,786,000(t-CO2e)2023 Material BalanceScope 3(other than Categories 1,4 and 11)1,506,000(t-CO2e)Approach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally Conscious Management-Climate ChangeMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability Manag

268、ementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance22Canon Sustainability Report 2024Initiatives in line with TCFD RecommendationsGovernanceEnvironmental targets,including climate change responses,are approved by the CEO.Medium-term and long-term plans are formulate

269、d by the Sustainability Headquarters,and approved by the CEO after discussions among board directors and other executives.The Sustainability Headquarters plays a central role in the groupwide efforts to achieve these targets,and reports the progress of the targets to the management every month and t

270、he annual review to the CEO.Our company has also established a Risk Management Committee based on a resolution of the Board of Directors.Serious risks related to environmental laws and regulations and natural disasters are assessed by the Risk Management Committee,and the results are reported to the

271、 Board of Directors.StrategyBased on information from specialized institutions and government agencies,Canon conducts numerical simulations of lifecycle CO2 reductions using the climate change scenarios of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC)and other inputs.When evaluating potential

272、operational sites,Canon first assesses locations to confirm the local water availability using AQUEDUCT,a water-risk mapping tool provided by the World Resources Institute*for quantitative evaluation and reconfirmation of water risk in regions where production sites are located.We also try to conser

273、ve water based on local conditions.In response to higher flood risks due to the rise in abnormal weather patterns,we have relocated facilities to higher ground or selected land at higher elevation when constructing a second factory at a site.By responding appropriately to climate change in this way,

274、we can identify business risks and opportunities while also formulating medium-to long-term strategies.See P.17 for further details of risks and opportunities.In order to reduce risks and expand opportunities,we recognize the importance of both mitigating CO2 emissions and adapting to physical risks

275、 from the perspective of entire product lifecycles,and we have formulated and implemented action plans accordingly.We are also working to reduce CO2 emissions through efforts to realize a resource efficiency.For example,remanufacturing of printers can reduce CO2 emissions from the procurement of new

276、 raw materials and parts processing.In the closed-loop recycling of ink and toner cartridges,plastic is pelletized from collected cartridges and reused as raw material,thus reducing CO2 emissions from procurement and transportation of new raw materials.Risk managementIdentified climate change risks

277、and opportunities are managed in accordance with the ISO 14001 PDCA cycle.Our company has established a Group-wide environmental management system,based on ISO 14001,at all of its business sites around the world as a mechanism to continuously improve its environmental assurance activities.In order t

278、o promote(DO)environmental assurance activities in conjunction with the activities of each division(Product Group,business sites,and Group companies),the Environmental Management System determines(PLAN)medium-term and annual environmental targets,and formulates priority measures and implementation p

279、lans to achieve them,which are reflected in business activities.In addition,we conduct environmental audits to check the status of initiatives and issues in each division,and conduct environmental performance evaluations that incorporate environmental and CSR aspects into performance evaluations(CHE

280、CK),leading to continuous improvement and reinforcement of environmental assurance activities(ACT).These Responses to risks and opportunities are reflected in company-wide environmental targets and priority measures.Our company considers the environment as part of its management evaluation.The achie

281、vement of environmental targets and the results of environmental and CSR activities by each division are evaluated and scored twice a year in the environmental performance evaluation conducted as an indicator of the consolidated performance evaluation system,which evaluates the performance of the en

282、tire Group.The evaluation results are reported to the CEO and other senior management.Metrics and targetsCanon is aiming to achieve net zero CO2 emissions over entire product lifecycles by 2050.To achieve this goal,we have set an overall target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42%in 2030 compare

283、d to 2022,and reduce Scope 3(categories 1 and 11)emissions by 25%compared to 2022.These targets have been validated by SBTi.In addition,since 2008,we have been working toward an overall target of a 3%average annual improvement in the index of lifecycle CO2 emissions per product unit.By continuing to

284、 meet this target,we will achieve a 50%improvement in 2030 compared to 2008 levels.As of 2023,the average rate of improvement since 2008 had exceeded the average target,at 3.95%,representing an improvement of 44.4%compared to 2008.Lifecycle CO2 emissions were 7,468,000 t-CO2(aggregate value for Scop

285、e 1,2 and 3).These GHG emissions data are certified by an independent third party every year,and the latest certification occurred in 2023.Disclosure in Line with TCFD RecommendationsCanon accepts the recommendations of the final report of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures(TCFD

286、)and discloses climate-related information in accordance with the TCFD framework.This section also includes information from the CDP climate change questionnaire.*Details:Disclosure Based on TCFD Recommendationshttps:/global.canon/en/environment/tcfd.html-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-Biod

287、iversityMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment23Canon Sustainability Report 2024Climate Change InitiativesCanon seeks to consistently meet its environmental targets and,beyond that,is working toward net-zero CO2 emissions from its bus

288、iness activities by 2050.To that end,we quantify emissions during the whole product lifecycle and use technology to reduce emissions at each stage.Energy-Saving Product DesignEnvironmentally Conscious Designs for Office EquipmentCanons imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C3900F series of MFDs use industry-leadin

289、g low-temperature fixing toner that offers significantly improved fixing temperatures compared to conventional toners.As a result,they reduce power consumption by up to 15%*1 compared to previous modelsan industry-leading typical energy consumption(TEC*2)value.This toner boosts transfer efficiency b

290、y controlling the shape of toner particles,resulting in less post-printing residue,meaning the same toner bottle can print roughly twice as many pages before it is returned.This reduces the amount of toner waste,notably in high-volume printing conditions,leading to lower environmental impact.The eco

291、-conscious design extends to the use of replaceable parts*3 with longer lifespans that need replacing less often.*1 Figure applies only to A3 model.The previous models in this comparison are the imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C3835F,C3830F and C3826F that launched sales in October 2021.*2 Typical energy con

292、sumption(TEC)is based on in-house comparison with MFDs qualifying for the International Energy Star Program(digital color copiers with copy,fax and scan capabilities printing at 2535 pages/min);data as of August 1,2023.*3 Intermediate transfer belt,secondary transfer outer rollerClimate ChangeCanon

293、is working to reduce CO2 emissions at all stages of the product lifecycle.imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C3900F(model shown includes optional features)Calculation and Disclosure of Carbon Footprint of Products(CFP)We utilize the LCA approach to help estimate the lifecycle CO2 emissions of Canon products.The

294、 cycle is divided into five stages(procurement of materials;production;logistics;usage and maintenance;disposal and recycling),and we utilize LCA to calculate GHG emissions for each stage,which are converted into CO2 equivalents.The CFP is a visualization tool,helping to identify emissions-intensive

295、 processes to help us design Canon products that are more energy-efficient.Additionally,to enable customers to select products with lower CO2 emissions,we work to disclose relevant information based on Carbon Footprint of Products(CFP)and EcoLeaf certification under the SuMPO environmental labeling

296、program of the Sustainable Management Promotion Organization(SuMPO).Additionally,by taking advantage of the Carbon Offset Program utilizing CFP promoted by Japans Ministry of Economy,Trade and Industry,we have put in place a system for the carbon offset*of CO2 emissions throughout the product lifecy

297、cle of our office multifunction devices and some production printer products to address customer demands.Offset CO2 emissions in response to customer demands totaled 1,197 tons in 2023.*Carbon offset involves initiatives in which a company strives to reduce its own greenhouse gas emissions,while off

298、setting amounts it cannot reduce by reducing or absorbing emissions elsewhere.Reference:Products registered for SuMPO Environmental Labeling Program(Japanese website only)https:/corporate.canon.jp/sustainability/environment/customer/products/cfpReference:Products certified under Carbon Offset Progra

299、m making use of CFP(Japanese website only)https:/corporate.canon.jp/sustainability/environment/customer/products/cfp-certifiedFor 2050We aim to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions for entire product lifecycle(Scope 1-3)by 2050.2030 Targets Reduce Scope 1&2 emissions by 42%compared to 2022,reduce Scope 3(

300、category 1 and 11)emissions by 25%compared to 2022.Work toward a 3%average annual improvement in the index of lifecycle CO2 emissions(per product unit),realizing a cumulative improvement of 50%compared to 2008 by continually achieving this target.Approach(Environment)Activity Report-Environmentally

301、Conscious Management-Climate ChangeUse of Renewable EnergyCanon is working to expand the use of renewable energy in a variety of ways,taking into account the regional prevalence of renewable energy and the initiatives of various countries.We have installed solar generation panels on the premises of

302、Canon Vietnams Thang Long Factory,Canon Zhongshan Business Machines,and other sites,using the renewable energy generated in production.In addition to this initiative,Canon newly obtained a renewable energy certificate(REC)which securitizes the environmental value of renewable energy.This allowed the

303、 company to convert 100%of the power used in FY2023 at five locations among four manufacturing sitesCanon Suzhou,Canon Vietnam(Thang Long Factory and Tien Son Factory),Canon Hi-Tech Thailand(Ayutthaya Factory),and Canon Prachinburi Thailandto renewable energy.Sales marketing companies such as Canon

304、Deutschland and Canon(China)are also using renewable energy certificates to ensure that 100%of electricity consumption in their offices comes from renewable energy sources.Such use of renewable energy earned Canon Europe and Canon UK an“excellent”evaluation under the BREEAM*environmental assessment

305、standard.As a result of these initiatives to use renewable energy,total worldwide renewable energy consumption by Canon Group companies was 256,439MWh in 2023,roughly a 2.6 times increase over 2022.*Abbreviation for Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method.An environmental sus

306、tainability assessment method developed by Britains Building Research Institute that evaluates buildings under nine categories,including health and wellbeing,energy,and waste.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement Fou

307、ndationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance24Canon Sustainability Report 2024Organizational Chart of Energy Cost Reduction Working GroupCumulative Energy Savings Through Working Group Activities(Cumulative)(kL:crude oil equivalent)(Year)185,897125,390155,086238,712050,000100,000150,000200,00025

308、0,000213,75620232022202120202019Greater Energy Efficiency at Operational SitesCutting Power Consumption in Production Using Production Green Cost Management(GCM)At Canon,we use“GCM”to refer to the management framework we have developed that targets parallel reductions in costs and CO2 emissions,alon

309、gside decarbonization efforts based on the development of green technologies.Within this framework,we focus on“production GCM”initiatives that aim to cut the power used at the production stage.This is made up of the three steps of power visualization,reduction potential analysis,and reduction measur

310、es.We look in detail at the power used by each piece of production equipment,such as conveyors and welders,to identify the potential energy savings and target improvements.Energy Cost Reduction Working GroupCanon created the Energy Cost Reduction Working Group in 2014 as a horizontally integrated or

311、ganization to take Group-wide action on reducing energy consumption.The working group has promoted reduced energy consumption by undertaking a thorough-going analysis of the required operating environment for production equipment in the on-site manufacturing process and using its findings for instan

312、ce to reduce equipment operating time,cut out excess use of pressurized air and cooling water,and adjust air conditioner settings.Measures that prove effective are adopted for horizontal rollout to Japan and overseas production sites.Moreover,staff members from our corporate headquarters in charge o

313、f this initiative perform a diagnosis of energy performance during visits to production sites all over the world.There,they check the operating status and settings of production equipment and then use their observations to make improvements to the operating efficiency of facilities and equipment and

314、 provide staff with relevant on-site training.Since its launch,this initiative has resulted in Group-wide energy savings of 238,712kL(crude oil equivalent).Corporate HeadquartersOperational sitesPrimary energy sources(electricity/gas/oil)Management departmentsFacility departmentsTertiary energy sour

315、ces(production and development facilities)Business departmentsProduction and development departmentsSecondary energy sources(heat-source equipment)Technology departmentsFacility departmentsIntegrated energy management/energy performance diagnosis/horizontal rollout of energy-efficiency measuresEffic

316、ient operation of heat-source facilitiesOptimization of production conditionsOptimization of procurement sourcesReduction of contracted electric powerEnergy Cost Reduction Working Group(Policy/Targets/Management)-Resource Efficiency-Chemical Substances-BiodiversityCO2 Reductions in LogisticsWe are w

317、orking to reduce our logistics-related CO2 emission at every stage from procurement to sales.To reduce the environmental impact of transportation,we are promoting modal shifts by switching from air to sea and from road to rail or ferry transport.We are also making an active effort in improving trans

318、port loading efficiency by promoting“container round use”which means turning import containers to reuse them for exports.In addition,we are in partnership with other companies to enhance co-loading as a way of reducing the total transportation distance.Post-pandemic stabilization in international lo

319、gistics has supported the reduction of international transport-related CO2 emissions by 21%through the progress of shifting from air to sea.Elsewhere,we are working to improve transport loading efficiency by realizing smaller packaging and promoting re-used packaging materials as well as using eco-f

320、riendly packaging materials.Installing solar panels on our warehouses contributed to reduce environmental impacts in logistics by utilizing renewable energy.Message from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironment25Canon Sustainability Report 2024Overv

321、iew of Container Round UseUsing More Eco-Friendly MaterialsUsing polystyrene foamAll-cardboard packagingGreenhouse Gas Emissions at Operational Sites Greenhouse gas(Japan)Greenhouse gas(outside Japan)GHG emissions per unit of consolidated sales(Scope1/2)(1,000 t-CO2)(t-CO2/100 million)*For informati

322、on on our basic approach to calculating greenhouse gas emissions,please refer to P21.3731,060670343717291,0439463256213030917274642221,0213396832520232022202120202019(Year)05001,0001,5002,000010203040Greenhouse Gas Emissions at Operational SitesThe efforts of the Energy Cost Reduction Working Group,

323、coupled with the rigorous streamlining of production processes and other actions by our operational sites to reduce emissions and the broader adoption of renewable energy,resulted in an approximately 10%year-on-year reduction in emissions,to 917,000 t-CO2.In 2024,we will continue to extend the roll-

324、out of energy conservation and renewable energy initiatives at our business locations,pursuing further reductions in CO2 emissions.Solar panels installed at Canon Zhongshan Business Machines in ChinaBeforeAfterCargoEmptyEmptyExportImportExportImportCargoCargoCargoApproach(Environment)Activity Report

325、-Environmentally Conscious Management-Climate ChangeMessage from the CEOCanons Corporate Philosophy Canon Group OverviewSustainability ManagementEnvironmentSocietyManagement FoundationThird-party Opinion/Third-party Assurance26Canon Sustainability Report 2024Contributing to Society by Reducing CO2 E

326、missionsIn addition to reducing lifecycle CO2 emissions through hardware measures,we are deploying IT solutions to improve the efficiency of work operations,reduce the movements of people and objects,and realize resource and energy savings.This also promotes CO2 reduction in society as a whole.We ar

327、e combining conventional visual inspection with high-resolution image capture,proprietary image processing,and AI technologies in the inspection of bridges and tunnels.By detecting cracks or other deformities using images of the structures,the system requires fewer workers and eliminates the need fo

328、r physical movement of objects,enabling greater operational efficiency,realizing high performance,and reducing CO2 emissions.By delivering a range of solutions to society,Canon will continue contributing to reducing CO2 emissions not only in its own operations but also in society as a whole.Energy/C

329、O2-Saving Effects of Office Equipment(Cumulative)Cumulative amount of energy saved Cumulative CO2 emissions reduction effect of sold products(GWh)(1,000 t-CO2)02,0004,0006,0008,00010,0002023202220212020201920182017201620152014201305001,0001,5002,0002,5003,0003,5003,184 7,047(Year)*Covered products:E

330、lectrophotographic multifunction devices and laser printers for offices(excluding production printers).*Energy-saving effect using the average energy(electricity)consumed by products sold five years prior to each respective year,assuming that products sold each year are in use for five years.*CO2 em

331、issions factors are calculated by using the weighted average of sales per region based on emission factors published by the Federation of Electric Power Companies(in Japan)and the International Energy Agency(outside Japan).Canon Business Machine Philippines(CBMP)received the Energy Efficiency Excell

332、ence Award(EEE)sponsored by the Department Of Energy(DOE)for the first time and the PEZA Award sponsored by the Philippine Economic Zones AuthorityCBMP was the first Japanese company to receive the“Energy Efficiency Excellence Award 2022(EEE Award):Industries and Buildings Division”sponsored by the

333、Department Of Energy(DOE).The EEE Award is one of the most prestigious environmental awards in the Philippines,established by the Department of Energy to promote sustainable use of energy and conservation of resources.As a result of its energy conservation activities over the past 3 years,CBMP was recognized for its success in reducing energy consumption by an average of 10.7 million kJ per year d