Environmental Communication
Suppliers and Other Trade Partners, Employees, Local Communities
Basic Approach
The Sumitomo Riko Group is committed to promoting environmental conservation efforts through open communication and collaboration with all stakeholders, including employees, group companies, business partners, local communities, and government authorities.
Environmental issues encompass a wide range of challenges, such as global warming, air pollution, water pollution, and the conservation of biodiversity. Addressing these challenges requires us to consider not only our own actions but also the views and expectations of stakeholders affected by our operations. For this reason, we prioritize stakeholder engagement and strive to balance the pursuit of a sustainable society with sustainable business growth.
Environmental issues encompass a wide range of challenges, such as global warming, air pollution, water pollution, and the conservation of biodiversity. Addressing these challenges requires us to consider not only our own actions but also the views and expectations of stakeholders affected by our operations. For this reason, we prioritize stakeholder engagement and strive to balance the pursuit of a sustainable society with sustainable business growth.
Environmental Communication within the Sumitomo Riko Group
Activities for Environmental Month
June 5th is recognized as World Environment Day by the United Nations. At Sumitomo Riko, we observe June as Environmental Month and organize various events to promote our commitment to environmental conservation efforts.
- Company-Wide Environmental Conference
- Environmental Conservation Initiatives Awards
- Environmental Lectures by Experts
- Initiatives for Environmental Conservation at Each Plant
- Management's News Updates Regarding Environmental Month
- Display of Environmental Awareness Posters
Company-Wide Environmental Conference
Sumitomo Riko holds an annual company-wide environmental conference involving employees throughout the organization, including top management. The conference aims to raise awareness of environmental conservation efforts and ensure that management's commitment to environmental sustainability is effectively communicated to everyone.
Environmental Conservation Initiatives Awards
To raise employees’ awareness of and motivation for environmental conservation activities, we have established an internal program to solicit and recognize environmental conservation initiatives. In FY2025, we received 75 submissions from across the Group and recognized 21 outstanding initiatives. We have also compiled these initiatives into a casebook, which is shared throughout the Group and with external industry organizations to help promote environmental conservation activities.
Sumitomo Riko (Komaki Head Office)
SumiRiko Auto-Parts India Pvt. Ltd. (India)
S-Riko de Querétaro S.A.P.I. de C.V. (Mexico)
Training and Education on Environmental Conservation
Environmental conservation is a fundamental principle that supports our business activities. To this end, we conduct in-house environmental conservation training as part of our comprehensive Human Resource Development Program. This training enables each employee to gain a deeper understanding of the importance and necessity of environmental conservation, fostering a sense of personal responsibility and encouraging proactive engagement in these initiatives.
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Case Study
Environmental Lecture
In FY2025, we held an environmental lecture featuring Prof. Kaori Fujita of the Green Goals Initiative and the Graduate School of Life Sciences, Tohoku University. The lecture, titled “What Does Nature Positive Mean for Manufacturers?”, was attended by 163 participants, including executive officers. Prof. Fujita explained the importance of nature positivity and why it has become an important management issue for companies.
Environmental Communication with Group Companies
Conducted by the Global Promotion Office
The Sumitomo Riko Group regularly visits its domestic and overseas Group companies to help manage environmental risks. During these visits, we share and promote mutual understanding of our environmental policies and targets, while checking compliance with environmental regulations and reviewing the status of environmental management activities.
In FY2025, we audited a total of 30 locations, including 12 sites in the Americas, 6 in Europe, 8 in China, and 4 in other parts of Asia, and provided recommendations for improvement.
In FY2025, we audited a total of 30 locations, including 12 sites in the Americas, 6 in Europe, 8 in China, and 4 in other parts of Asia, and provided recommendations for improvement.
Environmental Communication with the Local Community
On January 26, 2026, we hosted the third "Komaki City Partnership Dialogue on Living in Harmony with Nature" at Komaki City Hall. This dialogue aims to foster collaboration among various sectors dedicated to nature conservation efforts in Komaki City, including businesses, government agencies, civic organizations, and universities, thereby revitalizing initiatives for living in harmony with nature within the community.
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Future Issues and Responses
The Sumitomo Riko Group’s vision for 2050—to realize a decarbonized society, a circular society, and a nature-positive society—reflects both society’s expectations and the contributions the Group should make. Listening to the voices of stakeholders is therefore essential.
In addition to ongoing dialogue with employees, local communities, and government authorities, we will continue to strengthen communication with a broad range of stakeholders through our website, direct engagement, and other channels. We will use the feedback and insights gained through these communications to further enhance the Group’s environmental initiatives.
In addition to ongoing dialogue with employees, local communities, and government authorities, we will continue to strengthen communication with a broad range of stakeholders through our website, direct engagement, and other channels. We will use the feedback and insights gained through these communications to further enhance the Group’s environmental initiatives.
