Murakami Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- ISO 14001 certification since December 2001, encompassing all domestic affiliated companies.
- Murakami Kyushu facility obtained ISO 14001 certification in December 2013.
Social Achievements
- Values ties with local residents through environmental preservation and contribution activities.
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with environmental laws and prevention of environmental pollution.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Carbon neutral initiatives
Environmental Challenges
- Managing Substances of Concern (SOCs), including phthalates.
- Preventing contamination during manufacturing and migration of plasticizers.
Mitigation Strategies
- Requesting suppliers to report parts and products containing regulated substances.
- Requiring suppliers to use JAPIA sheets and Initial Product Measurement Report A.
- Implementing thorough cleaning and control of manufacturing processes to prevent contamination.
- Recommending against the use of electrostatic mats, jigs, rubber gloves, and plastic bags containing phthalates.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Requesting suppliers to establish environmental management systems (EMS) and obtain certifications like ISO 14001 and Eco Action 21.
- Requiring suppliers to manage Substances of Concern (SOCs) and report on regulated substances.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ISO 14001
Certifications: ISO 14001