Protecting the global environment is a challenge confronting all of society. Environmental threats pose risks for human survival and development. As a corporate citizen and member of society operating as a business, we understand that protecting the environment is an important challenge, one we must confront. "Providing a clean, friendly, safe environment for both people and nature": This is our slogan, and providing various materials that help protect the environment, including filter materials, is our specific way of contributing to efforts to protect the environment and mitigate climate change.

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In developing new products and developing/designing production and equipment technologies, give full consideration to environmental issues in all phases of operations, from materials procurement to production, packaging, sales, logistics, and waste disposal.

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Abide by all applicable environmental laws and other regulations at home and abroad, working with administrative authorities, international organizations, and other entities to further their environmental policies.

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Maintain our commitment in our business activities to reducing environmental impact through efforts like resource conservation, energy conservation, ensuring sustainable resource use, recycling, and pollution controls.

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Improve the working environment at workplaces and promote environmental awareness among employees by providing information and training/education related to environmental protection.

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Disclose all relevant information and take appropriate measures to minimize environmental burdens should problems arise related to environmental protection.

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Take active part as a member of the community in environmental protection activities and work to ensure the safety and quality of life of community residents.

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Give all due consideration to preserving local environments when developing overseas operations to ensure our acceptance as a member of local communities; strive to recognize and meet the needs of such communities.

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Promote ongoing improvements in environmental protection efforts by setting environmental goals, conducting regular reviews, and undertaking periodic internal environmental audits.