Environmental Management

Basic Philosophy

As a company engaged in reproductive medicine, Kitazato Corporation recognizes that conducting business activities in harmony with the global environment is essential for safeguarding future life.

Amid increasingly serious environmental challenges such as extreme weather events, resource depletion, and growing waste, we position ourselves as a “company that coexists with nature” and are committed to reducing our environmental impact.

Across all business activities—including production, research, and logistics—we have established environmental policies and management frameworks to accurately identify our environmental impact and achieve continuous improvement.

Kitazato Corporation Environmental Basic Policy

As a leading company in the field of reproductive medicine, Kitazato Corporation promotes environmental conservation activities based on the following principles.

1. Promotion of Environmental Conservation
   With clearly defined goals, we collaborate across the organization to promote environmental conservation initiatives continuously.
2. Global Environmental Protection Initiatives
   We reduce greenhouse gas emissions, energy and water consumption, and waste, promote recycling, and contribute to biodiversity conservation.
3. Compliance with Laws and Regulations
   We comply with environmental laws, regulations, and internal policies, fulfilling our social responsibilities as a corporation.
4. Education and Training
   We provide education and training to ensure all directors and employees understand the importance of environmental conservation and act accordingly.
5. Information Disclosure
   We actively disclose information on our environmental conservation activities and build trust with local communities and stakeholders.

Environmental Management Framework

To implement its Environmental Basic Policy, Kitazato Corporation has established a Sustainability Committee chaired by the President and Representative Director.

Primary Roles of the Committee

• Deliberating and determining goals and policies related to environmental conservation
• Monitoring progress on initiatives such as CO₂ reduction, renewable energy adoption, and waste management
• Identifying company-wide environmental issues and promoting countermeasures

Decisions made by the Committee are reported to the Executive Management Committee and the Board of Directors, to ensure company-wide promotion of environmental initiatives.

Voluntary Environmental Targets

To realize its Environmental Basic Policy, we have established our own voluntary environmental targets and monitor progress annually.

Examples of Priority Targets for FY2024–FY2026

• Reducing of CO₂ emissions
• Increasing the utilization of renewable energy
• Reducing waste generation and improving recycling rates
• Optimizing water usage
• Using environmentally conscious packaging materials (paper-based materials and lightweight design)

Environmental Management System

To achieve continuous improvement in environmental performance, Kitazato Corporation has obtained ISO 14001 certification for its environmental management system.

Key Initiatives

• Conducting environmental risk assessments based on ISO 14001
• Regularly inspecting environmental-related facilities (exhaust systems, ventilation systems, energy-saving equipment, etc.)
• Managing waste properly and maintaining ledger control
• Considering the introduction of energy-efficient equipment on an ongoing basis
• Strengthening improvement cycles through internal and external audits

Certification Status

• Headquarters and factory: ISO 14001 certified

Conclusion

As a company supporting reproductive medicine, Kitazato Corporation will continue to operate in an environmentally conscious manner and contribute to a sustainable society.

As a “company that protects future life,” we will promote environmental conservation initiatives through the collective efforts of the entire organization.