External Evaluation
EcoVadis
Sumitomo Riko has been rated in the top 50%, or Bronze, of EcoVadis' (headquartered in France) 2023 Sustainability Survey.
More than 130,000 companies worldwide have been evaluated by EcoVadis on four non-financial themes: environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
We will continue to focus on sustainability initiatives to drive further performance improvement.
CDP
CDP is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) that sends questionnaires to companies on climate change, forestry, and water security to evaluate their efforts.
The final score is made on eight levels: leadership level (A, A-), management level (B, B-), recognition level (C, C-), and information disclosure level (D, D-). In FY2023, approximately 23,000 companies worldwide disclosed information.
Sumitomo Riko received a B score in both the climate change section and the water section of the fiscal 2023 evaluation, continuing on from last year. We will continue our efforts and information disclosure to realize a sustainable society.
The final score is made on eight levels: leadership level (A, A-), management level (B, B-), recognition level (C, C-), and information disclosure level (D, D-). In FY2023, approximately 23,000 companies worldwide disclosed information.
Sumitomo Riko received a B score in both the climate change section and the water section of the fiscal 2023 evaluation, continuing on from last year. We will continue our efforts and information disclosure to realize a sustainable society.
FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index Constituents
We have been selected as a constituent of the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index for fiscal year 2023. The FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index, created by global index provider FTSE Russell, reflects the relative performance of Japanese companies that excel in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance in their respective sectors.
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SOMPO Sustainability Index Constituents
Based on the results of the fiscal 2023 Sustainability Survey, we have been selected as a constituent of the SOMPO Sustainability Index for fiscal 2024, which was established by Sompo Asset Management Co., Ltd.
The SOMPO Sustainability Index consists of approximately 300 companies that excel in environmental (E), social (S), and governance (G) initiatives, and is used in SOMPO Sustainable Management, an ESG management product for pension funds and institutional investors that invests broadly in companies with high ESG ratings.
The SOMPO Sustainability Index consists of approximately 300 companies that excel in environmental (E), social (S), and governance (G) initiatives, and is used in SOMPO Sustainable Management, an ESG management product for pension funds and institutional investors that invests broadly in companies with high ESG ratings.
DBJ Environmental Ratings
In March 2024, our company received the highest rating from the Development Bank of Japan (DBJ) for its "DBJ Environmentally Rated Loan Program" as "particularly advanced in its commitment to environmental considerations".
Aichi Biodiversity Certified Companies
In November 2023, in recognition of our efforts to conserve the environment and restore nature in the neighborhoods near our business activities, including cleaning up the Oyama River adjacent to our Komaki Head Office and Manufacturing Plant (Komaki City, Aichi Prefecture), exterminating the invasive alien species of Lanceleaf tickseed, and supporting activities of local organizations through subsidies, we were certified as an Aichi Biodiversity Certified Company by Aichi Prefecture.
Corporations with Excellent Health Management
In March 2024, we were certified as a "Corporation with Excellent Health Management" for the eighth consecutive year.
In our long-term vision "2029 Sumitomo Riko Group Vision," one of the three directions is "developing people and peers who pioneer the future". We believe that the physical and mental health of all employees of the Sumitomo Riko Group and their families is "the management foundation that supports the sound and sustainable growth of the company". We will continue our efforts to promote the health of each and every employee and to create a vibrant organization.
In our long-term vision "2029 Sumitomo Riko Group Vision," one of the three directions is "developing people and peers who pioneer the future". We believe that the physical and mental health of all employees of the Sumitomo Riko Group and their families is "the management foundation that supports the sound and sustainable growth of the company". We will continue our efforts to promote the health of each and every employee and to create a vibrant organization.
Sports Yell Company
In March 2024, we were recognized by the Japan Sports Agency as a "Sports Yell Company 2024" for our active efforts to implement sports.
We will continue to engage in various health promotion activities, including the development of exercise habits, to create a workplace environment where employees can continue to work with vigor and enthusiasm.
We will continue to engage in various health promotion activities, including the development of exercise habits, to create a workplace environment where employees can continue to work with vigor and enthusiasm.
Women's Activity Promotion Companies : Eruboshi (☆☆ Futatsuboshi)
In March 2017, we received certification as a ☆☆Futatsuboshi as a company promoting women's activities.
We are working toward certification as a ☆☆☆ Mitsuboshi company.
We are working toward certification as a ☆☆☆ Mitsuboshi company.
Child Rearing Support Companies : Kurumin
In March 2016, we received certification as a "Child Rearing Support Company.
Companies committed to achieving work-life balance: Aichi Family Friendly Companies
We are registered with Aichi Prefecture as a company committed to achieving work-life balance.
In 2009, we received the Aichi Prefecture Governor's Commendation as a company that is making excellent efforts to set a good example for others, for example by establishing an in-house childcare center.
In 2009, we received the Aichi Prefecture Governor's Commendation as a company that is making excellent efforts to set a good example for others, for example by establishing an in-house childcare center.
Companies that support balancing work and nursing care : TOMONIN
Since fiscal 2019, we have announced our efforts in the "Support for Balancing Work and Nursing Care" section of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as a company committed to promoting the development of a workplace environment that allows employees to balance work and nursing care. We are continuing to further improve the environment.
Companies willing to enhance and utilize employees’ benefit packages: Hataraku Yell
The "Hataraku Yell" program is implemented annually by the Executive Committee of the Employee Benefit Program Awards and Certification System, which is operated by companies that provide employee benefit services. The program recognizes and certifies corporations that provide benefits that support workers and are willing to enhance and utilize their benefits programs.
Sumitomo Riko has been certified as a "welfare promotion corporation" for three consecutive years.
Sumitomo Riko has been certified as a "welfare promotion corporation" for three consecutive years.