Kao Corp 2013 SR
The report highlights Kao Group's sustainability initiatives for fiscal 2012, focusing on three key areas: Conservation, Community, and Culture. Significant highlights include the formulation of the Kao Sustainability Statement and the establishment of the Active Senior Business Center to address Japan's aging society. The company reported a 17% reduction in CO2 emissions across the product lifecycle and a 20% reduction in water consumption during product use compared to 2005 levels. Additionally, Kao maintained its inclusion in the World's Most Ethical Companies list for the seventh consecutive year and achieved a 100% certification rate for palm oil purchased for use in Japan.
Company: Kao Corp
Sector: Manufacturing
Country: Japan
Year: 2013
Type: SR
Pages: 158
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Kao Corp
Sustainability Report
The report highlights Kao Group's sustainability initiatives for fiscal 2012, focusing on three key areas: Conservation, Community, and Culture. Significant highlights include the formulation of the Kao Sustainability Statement and the establishment of the Active Senior Business Center to address Japan's aging society. The company reported a 17% reduction in CO2 emissions across the product lifecycle and a 20% reduction in water consumption during product use compared to 2005 levels. Additionally, Kao maintained its inclusion in the World's Most Ethical Companies list for the seventh consecutive year and achieved a 100% certification rate for palm oil purchased for use in Japan.
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Document Details
Report Year
2013
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012
Fiscal Year
2012
Published
Jul 31, 2013
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
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