Minimizing Environmental Impact
Considering the environment at every stage of our business
Ajinomoto’s business is sustained by the bounty of nature and life itself. We would simply not be able to provide our products and services without a healthy natural environment.
We are working to minimize our environmental impact. However, in order to help sustain life over the next 100 years, we need to expand our vision and become actively involved in the creation of a sustainable global environment and a sustainable society.
Toward this goal, we have based the entire lifecycle of our products, from R&D through to consumption, on the dual commitments of “partnership with the Earth” and “partnership with society” to introduce environmental initiatives at every stage of our business in order to make our products more eco-friendly.
Our Philosophy and Initiatives regarding the Environment
- The Ajinomoto Group Environmental Philosophy and Basic Policies (abridged) [PDF]
- The Ajinomoto Group Environmental Philosophy and Basic Policies (full texts) [PDF]
- A Message from the President ? The Ajinomoto Group Works for Life [PDF]
- The Target Eco-business Model of the Ajinomoto Group [PDF]
- Targets and Initiatives from 2008 to 2010 [PDF]
Environmental Initiatives throughout the Entire Lifecycle
Ajinomoto always carries out environmental assessments when developing new products or changing production processes.
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- Research and Development of Businesses, Products and Technology [PDF]
- Development of Containers and Packaging [PDF]
In order to maintain a sustainable environment, we are building mechanisms for sustainable resource procurement by strengthening partnerships with the agriculture, fisheries and livestock industries.
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We make full use of raw materials and effectively utilize by-products. Moreover, we are working to achieve a zero emissions target that includes reducing greenhouse gases and the impact of waste water.
For more information:
- Minimizing Environmental Impact [PDF]
- Initiatives to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions [PDF]
- Initiatives to Reduce Water Usage and the Impact of Discharged Water [PDF]
- Initiatives to Reduce Waste [PDF]
In order to reduce our impact on the environment, we are increasing transportation by rail and sea over road and air, consolidating delivery centers, and promoting joint delivery systems with other manufacturers in the same industry.
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While we manufacture eco-friendly products, we also promote the reduction of waste at points of sale, in product packaging, and at the dining table. For more information:
Through advertising and exhibitions, we are striving to raise environmental awareness. We are also working closely with a wide range of stakeholders in order to hear all opinions.
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