Environmental Objectives and Targets Achieved
The CSR theme "Environment" is based on the following policy.
“TAMRON recognizes that global environmental issues are issued shared by humanity, endeavors to reduce the impact on and conserve the environment, and contributes to the development of a sustainable society in harmony with the environment.”
We will contribute to the global environment through the conservation of biodiversity and efficient use of resources and energy through our business.
Related SDGs
7.Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
12.Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
13.Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
14.Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
15.Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Management system of Environment
Important matters and targets determined by the CSR Committee are managed by each CSR administrative division. For the “Environment” theme, the Sub-Committees (Waste Reduction, Eco-friendly Design, CO2 Reduction) under the CSR Committee manages specific policies and targets.
Environmental Objectives and Targets Achieved
Based on the ”Environmental Vision 2050”, set objectives and targets for quality and the environment, we are working towards achievement.
| Issue | FY2021 Targets | Results | Status |
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| CO2 Reduction | 3％ Reduction (versus FY2015) | 5.6% decrease |
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| Reduce industrial waste | 1. Reduce industrial waste | 1. increase by 22% in comparison with FY2020 |
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| 2. Increased plastic recycling rate | 2. Increase Tamron Optical (Foshan), China：10.6％(Targets 10％) Tamron Optical (Vietnam):100% achieved |
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| Environmentally-friendly design | 1. Reduce bags used for user manuals | 1. Reduce bags used for user manuals |
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| 2. Standardize components and equipment | 2. Standardize components and equipment |
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| Reduction of harmful chemical substances | Leaks of harmful chemical substances from business locations: 0 incidents | Leaks of harmful chemical substances from business locations: 0 incidents |
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| Water management | Water usage (groupwide): advance activities for reduction of water usage | Water usage Tamron Optical (Foshan), China : reduced by 4.6% in comparison with FY2020 Tamron Optical (Vietnam) : reduced by 8.7% in comparison with FY2020 |
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