Environmental Basic Policy

Guided by our corporate philosophy, “Happiness, for the Next Generations”, Kitazato aims to contribute to the conservation of the global environment through our business activities as a company supporting reproductive medicine, and to help realize a sustainable society.

As a company providing products and technologies related to the beginning of life, we appropriately manage our environmental impact and proactively work to reduce environmental burden while enhancing environmental value.

1. Promotion of Environmental Conservation Activities

We maintain an appropriate environmental management framework and, based on clearly defined objectives, promote environmental conservation activities on a company-wide basis.

2. Initiatives for Global Environmental Conservation

To protect the global environment, we continuously implement the following initiatives:

• Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
• Efficient use of energy and water resources
• Proper management of wastewater and emissions
• Reduction of waste and promotion of recycling
• Conservation of biodiversity

3. Compliance with Laws and Internal Regulations

We comply with applicable domestic and international environmental laws and internal regulations, thereby fulfilling our social responsibilities.

4. Education and Training

We continuously provide education and training to ensure that all officers and employees understand the importance of environmental conservation and act with informed awareness and responsibility.

5. Information Disclosure and Dialogue with Stakeholders

We actively and appropriately disclose information regarding our environmental conservation activities and strive to build trust-based relationships through dialogue with a wide range of stakeholders, including local communities.