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OMRON acquires Science Based Targets

Initiative Certification

n May 2022, OMRON Corporation OMRON Environmental Policy, which
acquired a certification from the Science include providing products and services
IBased Targets initiative (SBTi)* for the that contribute to decarbonisation,
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction improving energy usage efficiency and
targets set in its long-term vision, Shaping expanding the use of renewable energy.
the Future 2030 (SF2030). This certification
recognises these GHG reduction targets OMRON will endeavour toward
as science-based targets to achieve the decarbonization and a lower
goal of limiting global warming to 1,5°C as environmental impact throughout the
advocated by the Paris Agreement. entire value chain, to not only resolve
OMRON identified key sustainability the environmental challenges faced
initiatives in the SF2030 Long-Term Vision by customers and society as well as
that began in April 2022, for the first time contribute to a more sustainable society
as part of its long-term vision. The SF2030 but also enhance corporate value.
engages in the five key initiatives to realize
the OMRON Group Vision. One key initiative *The Science Based Targets initiative Yoshihito Yamada
strives to achieve decarbonization and lower (SBTi) is an international initiative that
environmental impact. Therein, OMRON encourages science-based medium- to Contact Omron Electronics,
will work to fulfill its social responsibilities long-term greenhouse gas reduction Phone 011 579-2600,
and further enhance its competitiveness, targets. Click here to download SBTi’s info.sa@omron.com,
as a company recognizing the risks and 2021 progress report. www.industrial.omron.co.za
opportunities brought by climate change in
accordance with the OMRON Environmental The GHG emissions reduction targets OMRON set in the SF2030 are as follows:
Policy. Fiscal 2030 Target
The GHG emissions reduction targets Key Initiatives (Base Year: Fiscal 2016)
certified by the SBTi are intended to Direct GHG emissions from the company (Scopes 1 and 2) 65% reduction by fiscal 2030
implement an initiative to reduce GHG
emissions throughout the value chain under GHG emissions from the use of products sold by the 18% reduction by fiscal 2030
the SF2030, using measures outlined by the company (Scope 3: Category 11)

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