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Preventing global warming is a shared challenge for all businesses, organizations, public institutions, and individuals. The Seiyo Group is also making every effort to reduce CO2 (carbon dioxide) emissions. Our company does not directly emit greenhouse gases from product manufacturing; all emissions stem from energy consumption. Reference Data: Trends in CO2 Emissions and Measures Taken by Our Company Energy-Efficient Headquarters Building In line with the Seiyo Group’s environmental policy of “maximizing the efficient use of limited resources,” our headquarters building incorporates cutting-edge technologies and methods—such as double-glazed curtain walls that minimize thermal loads and advanced heat‑storage insulation—and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to actively promote energy conservation. As a result, over its lifecycle, this building reduces CO2 emissions by more than 20% compared to typical structures of similar size. In addition to the “chimney effect” created within the double-glazed curtain wall, which enhances heat removal, natural ventilation can be achieved during mild weather and at night through the atrium skylights, thereby reducing air-conditioning demand. (Top right) Natural lighting provided by the double-glazed curtain wall helps cut electricity consumption for lighting. (Bottom right) Awareness Campaigns Global warming has become a pressing issue. To address this challenge, Seiyo Motor’s headquarters adopted the “Cool Biz” initiative from June through the end of September. As part of broader energy‑saving efforts, the company also encouraged employees to take the stairs instead of elevators—“For your health and the environment! Climb two flights up or descend three flights down”—aiming to reduce CO2 emissions and combat global warming. Moving forward, we will continue to conduct educational and promotional activities on energy conservation, reassess how electrical equipment is used and optimize its functions, and further advance energy‑efficient practices to lower CO2 emissions. Participation in Matsudo City’s “CO2 Reduction Campaign” Located in Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, our headquarters has joined the “CO2 Reduction Campaign (*1)” launched in 2009 under Matsudo City’s Regional Plan for Addressing Global Warming. This campaign calls for the early adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), and our company contributed by sponsoring the initiative through advertising placed on one of the three EVs deployed as official vehicles. Proceeds from this sponsorship are being used to support efforts to mitigate global warming. (*1) What is the “CO2 Reduction Campaign”? To preserve our beautiful planet in good condition for future generations, Matsudo City formulated a comprehensive action plan addressing global warming—the most pressing issue of our time—and officially launched the “CO2 Reduction Campaign” in March 2009. Measures in the Logistics Sector For products sold to certain domestic customers, we have chosen to ship via Kobe Port and Kansai International Airport to shorten both distance and transit time between production facilities and end‑users. Additionally, to reduce delivery distances to customers in central Japan, we established a regional warehouse in 2008. Compared with our existing headquarters warehouse, this new facility shortens shipping routes by approximately 400 km. Based on 2007 transportation data, this measure is estimated to cut annual CO2 emissions by about 29.4 tons. Furthermore, by using stackable pallets for transporting goods, we have reduced the volume of return shipments, thereby contributing to lower CO2 emissions during transport. Factory‑Level Measures At our production sites, we have implemented measures to enhance productivity while reducing energy consumption. By reevaluating production processes and optimizing facility layouts, we have improved space efficiency. These initiatives have simultaneously boosted production output and lowered overall electricity and water usage, helping to reduce CO2 emissions. In Dalian, Seiyo has undertaken a comprehensive review of its employee dormitory management and operations. By adjusting the utilization schedules of vacant rooms and equipment, we reduced annual electricity consumption by 16,000 kWh—an achievement equivalent to cutting approximately 9.9 tons of CO2 emissions per year. Regarding Electricity Use and CO2 Emissions Within the Seiyo Group, the majority of CO2 emissions attributable to energy use arise from electricity consumption, accounting for roughly 85% of total energy use. Details on measures to reduce electricity consumption will be provided in the next section, “Efficient Resource Utilization.”