ESG News For TOKYO METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT

On November 5 (Wed), the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) will hold the GGX Finance Summit at The Capitol Hotel Tokyu and on-line. In order to further develop discussions on transition finance, industry decarbonization, and other topics related to how business and finance contribute to decarbonization, we will promote mutual cooperation between the government, business, and financial sectors, and hold discussions to lead the international rule-making process to achieve both emissio

Recognized for contributing to energy and resources conservation in railcars

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has invested in EF Polymer K.K., a startup developing super-absorbent polymers that are made using orange and banana peels.

More Than 20,000 Takeda Employees Across 80 Countries and Regions Voted to Select the FY2025 New Awardees: International Medical Corps (IMC), the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Bangladesh, and Vitamin AngelsTakeda’s Four New Collaborations—A Commitment of JPY 4.6 Billion (Approx. USD 32.1 Million)—Boost the Total Global CSR Program Contributions to JPY 33.4 Billion (Approx. USD 238.7 Million) Across 38 Diverse Collaborations Worldwide and Extend Our Reach to an Additional 26.6 Million Direct BeneficiariesTakeda’s Global CSR Program Expects to Reach 53.7 Million People in 94 Countries by 2030

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Cheniere Highlights Success Through Teamwork in 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report

Toyoda Gosei has invested in Helical Fusion Co., Ltd. which aims to achieve practical nuclear fusion power generation.

Kao significantly expands skin protection business, helping to improve consumers’ quality of lifeAs part of its Mid-term Plan K27 and Global Sharp Top strategy, Kao aims to use unique leading-edge technologies to address pressing social and environmental challenges and grow its businesses while working to become an essential company for a sustainable world.By aligning ESG initiatives with the Global Sharp Top business strategy, Kao is not only expanding business opportunities and reducing risks, but also contributing to society and enriching the lives of all people and the planet in line with its Kirei Lifestyle Plan.The skin protection business, the leading initiative of Kao’s Global Sharp Top strategy, improves consumers’ quality of life. Kao was able to significantly grow this business, with a 29% increase in sales year-on-year.

Highly efficient CO2 capture expected to contribute to comprehensive CCU system for achieving carbon neutrality.

Will accelerate efforts to realize nature-positive

To celebrate, throughout the month of June, Scene+ will offer 3,000 bonus points for members who book a travel package of three or more nights

“Our World in Flux: How to Shape a Sustainable Future through Just Transition”

G7A Series offers revolutionary curing performance and compact size.

Mitsui Chemicals, a global chemicals manufacturer based in Japan, today announced the launch of its new Corporate Venture Capital Fund ‘321Catalyst™.’

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Tokyo; President: Yasuhiko Saitoh; hereinafter, “Shin-Etsu Chemical”) has developed new silicone products for personal care applications as part of its silicon chemistry-driven solutions (Shin-Etsu Silicones Solution-EngineeringTM).In the personal care industry, research and development activities are being carried out on various themes such as addressing diverse consumer demand and environmental issues and improving production efficiency. In response t

The company is working with suppliers to reduce the amount of plastic waste from our distribution centers and has developed hangers made of 100% PCR material.

Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, proudly announced its continued partnership with Airlink through a $25,000 “Silver Level” sponsorship. This year marks ACG’s 5th consecutive year supporting Airlink’s humanitarian mission and coincides with Airlink’s 15th anniversary of delivering critical humanitarian aid to communities in crisis around the world.“We are thrilled to mark our fifth year of supporting Airlink and its extraordinary work,” said

Kao has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® in 2025 by Ethisphere, marking 19 consecutive years of recognition since the award’s inception in 2007.Kao is one of only six companies worldwide and the only Asian company to have received the award for 19 consecutive years.

Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, announced today the publication of its annual Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Report, for the year ended December 31, 2024.“This year marked a significant evolution in our ESG journey with the introduction of a structured, ten-point ESG Action Plan, which now serves as the foundation of our efforts,” said Thomas Baker, CEO and President of ACG. “On behalf of ACG, I am proud to present this update

Implementation of International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs)

Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) (TSE: 2914) has been recognized for its leadership in corporate sustainability by the global environmental non-profit organization CDP, for the sixth year in a row. The JT Group is one of the companies to be included on the Climate Change A List, out of more than 24,800 companies participating in the 2024 CDP environmental disclosure program. The JT Group achieved a place on CDP's prestigious "A List" for tackling climate change for the sixth consecutive year.We believe t

Company’s environmental activities continue to be recognized as first tier

Company’s self-funded charitable program invites certified charities in select cities to apply for one of ten $10,000 grants

CDP, a global nonprofit organization, has recognized Kao with a triple ‘A’ rating for the fifth consecutive year.The CDP triple ‘A’—the highest rating available in the survey—is the result of Kao’s positive efforts to reduce environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle under its ESG strategy, the Kirei Lifestyle Plan.Kao is one of the few triple 'A' companies that were selected out of more than 24,800 organizations which participated in the survey.

Award ceremony takes place in Tokyo in April

Maxell's All-solid-state Battery Adopted for the Wireless Cooking Temperature Sensor Device “NICK” Jointly Developed by CO-WORKS and YOSHINOYA

Partnership will support the goal of Boston Athletic Association being an industry leader in sustainability

Topcon Positioning Systems announces support of the global nonprofit organization Wine To Water (WTW) through sponsorship of a WTW Filter Build®. The event was held during the Topcon Technical Xperience in October for distributors from around the world, including North America, Latin America, and Australia, at the Topcon Positioning Systems global headquarters in California, USA. Participants built 200 filter kits that will be distributed worldwide to provide clean, potable water. It is estimate

Measurement-informed Scope 1 target builds upon Cheniere's climate strategy

New investments will respond to trends in energy transition and increasing power demand

50% Of All Game Sales Proceeds to Benefit Games For Change

45,000 passionate fans came out to EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC. and celebrate the 17th annual Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ (NYCWFF) at its exciting new home, the Invesco QQQ Festival Campus at the Brooklyn Army Terminal from October 17-20. The Festival featured over 80 events and 500 restaurants across the city, including walk-around tastings, late-night soirées, and exclusive dining experiences with celebrity chefs and world-renowned culinary talents such as

First-of-its-Kind Research Collaboration for Takeda and Boston Medical Center with the Aim to Decarbonize the Health Care Value ChainThree-Year Collaboration to Tackle Carbon Emissions from Regulated Medical Waste, Including Pharmaceutical PackagingLearnings will be Shared to Scale Decarbonization Solutions Across the Health Care Value Chain

The three-day contemporary art event welcomes 10,000+ attendees to San Diego Convention Center, November 1-3, 2024Partnership with Redwood Art Group, Monarch School, Humble Design and ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station furthers UBS’s commitment to supporting and encouraging local artistic communities, while benefitting underserved families and childrenThe US art market continues to lead in global rankings of art sales worldwide according to the Global Art Market Report published by UBS and Art Basel

“IDEMITSU IFG Plantech Racing” is the world's first engine oil with racing performance and API certification using plant-derived raw materials

Cutting emissions by 65% demonstrates commitment to sustainability through innovation

Maxell announced in its new management plan “MEX26” to accelerate the development of all-solid-state batteries as core of new business toward 2027.

The TV star and entrepreneur details her family’s story in new campaign to help families recognize the signs and symptoms of agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia

On September 21, 2024, the Governments of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States announced their continued support for the Quad Investors Network (QUIN) at the 2024 Quad Leaders Summit hosted in Wilmington, Delaware.“We welcome private sector initiatives—including the Quad Investors Network (QUIN), which facilitates investments in strategic technologies, including clean energy, semiconductors, critical minerals, and quantum,” stated Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, Prime Min

More Than 22,000 Takeda Employees Selected the FY2024 New Partners: Population Services International, Bulungula Incubator, Reach Out Cameroon, Seed Global Health and VillageReachTakeda’s Five New Partnerships Boost Total Global CSR Program Contributions to JPY 28.8 Billion (Approx. USD 199.1 million) Across 34 Diverse Partnerships Worldwide and extend our reach to an additional 2 million direct beneficiariesTakeda’s Global CSR Program Expects to Reach 27 Million People in 93 Countries by 2030

Promoting active participation of women through DE&I initiatives

The historic Black sorority’s paid media campaign focusing on voting rights kicks off during the Democratic National Convention

Nonprofit Inspired by Atlanta Paralympic Games Celebrates 28 Years, Ahead of Paralympic Games Returning to U.S. in 2028

Cheniere Highlights Benefits of U.S. LNG in 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report

Idemitsu Kosan Co.,Ltd. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and Chief Executive Officer: Shunichi Kito; hereinafter referred to as “Idemitsu”) has developed a new engine oil, IDEMITSU IFG Plantech Racing (viscosity grade: 0W-20), which uses more than 80% plant-based raw materials (hereinafter referred to as “the Product”). The Product has obtained API (American Petroleum Institute) SP certification*1, making it the world's first*2 engine oil with racing performanc

To celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary, sales leaders, employees and local partners packed more than 550,000 meals for children throughout the United States

SolarEdge Home Battery customers will be able to save by charging with low-cost, clean energy – fully automated by KrakenOctopus Energy customers in the UK and US first to benefit from lower energy billsSolarEdge systems around the world to expand Kraken's 'Virtual Power Plant' potential and turbocharge the smart grid 

The report highlights monday.com’s sustainability, community, and security efforts

GoldenTree Asset Management (“GoldenTree”), a leading global asset management firm, today announced its continued support of Citymeals on Wheels with a $100,000 donation, enhancing its commitment through the firm's charitable giving program, GoldenTree Gives. This increased contribution will provide 10,000 nutritious meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240605326583/en/As part of this p

Report on Implementation of New Biodiversity, Respect for Human Rights and DE&I Initiatives, Improved Traceability for Palm Oil Procurement, and Impact of ESG Activities on Financial Results and Business Growth