Sustainability

Toru Naruse, Representative Director and President

Commitment to Sustainability

Our Past Initiatives

Since our founding in 1948, we have been committed to contributing to society in line with our management philosophy.
In particular, within our manufacturing operations, we focus on developing automotive soundproofing materials that utilize recycled resources. In addition, our sales division provides a wide range of products incorporating advanced technologies. Through these business activities, we strive to contribute to environmental conservation, local communities, and society as a whole.

Our Future Initiatives

Toward the realization of a sustainable society envisioned by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which represent shared global objectives, we will continue to address environmental and social challenges through our business activities. By responding sincerely to the expectations of our stakeholders and advancing these initiatives on an ongoing basis, we aim to enhance our corporate value and achieve sustainable, long-term growth.

What are the SDGs?

SDGs is an abbreviation for the Sustainable Development Goals. Adopted by the United Nations in 2015, the SDGs consist of 17 global goals and 169 targets aimed at achieving a sustainable society by 2030.

Chugai’s Policies

Initiatives for SDGs

ISO 14001 Certification

Since obtaining ISO 14001 certification at the Miyoshi Plant and Kariya Branch in May 2001, we have established a CSR/ISO Committee and have been engaged in company-wide improvement activities led by the committee.

Certificates of Registration

Certificates of Registration

List of ISO 14001 Certifications

Location Initial Registration Date
Miyoshi Plant, Kariya Branch May 15, 2001
Head Office, Osaka Office, Kurashiki Office, Hitachi Office, Hamamatsu Office, Yonago Office May 15, 2007
Fukuoka Plant May 15, 2008
Sendai Plant,
Kasugai Plant
May 15, 2018

Community Beautification Activities

With the aim of being a company valued by the local community, our employees engage in cleanup and beautification activities around our business locations.

Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Traffic Safety Training and Monitoring

As part of our role in supporting the automobile industry, we place a strong emphasis on traffic safety education. We regularly hold traffic safety training sessions and participate in joint traffic safety monitoring activities with neighboring companies, with the goal of achieving zero traffic accidents.

Goal 3: Good health and well-being
Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Use of Recycled Materials

We manufacture automotive soundproofing parts using materials derived from recycled clothing and glass.

Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production

Forest Conservation Activities

As part of our efforts to protect the natural environment, we donate to the Sanage Forest Conservation Club and place emphasis on awareness activities through hands-on forest thinning experiences for our employees.

Goal 15: Life on land

Donation of Park Benches

We donate benches to Tsuruma Park, one of Nagoya’s well-known scenic spots, providing a place of rest and relaxation for local residents and many visitors.

Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Donation of LED Lighting

We donate LED lighting provided by our group company, HAKKOSONIC Co., Ltd., to Nagoya Castle and the Nagoya Congress Center, contributing to the prevention of global warming by reducing CO2 emissions.

Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy
Goal 13: Climate action

Disaster Relief Fundraising Activities

In response to the natural disasters that affect Japan almost every year, our employees organize voluntary fundraising initiatives driven by their desire to help, supporting recovery efforts in affected areas.

Goal 3: Good health and well-being
Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Collection of Used Stamps

We collect used stamps and donate them to the Japanese Red Cross Society, contributing to a wide range of humanitarian activities.

Goal 1: No Poverty

Eco‑Cap Program

We collect eco‑caps and donate them to the Ecocap Movement, contributing to a wide range of social initiatives, including medical support, assistance for people with disabilities, and environmental education for children.

Goal 3: Good health and well-being
Goal 4: Quality education

Bellmark Program

We collect Bellmarks and donate them to the Bellmark Education Aid Foundation, contributing to educational assistance and aid for developing countries and disaster-affected schools.

Goal 4: Quality education

Environmental Activities Report

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