Environmental issues are no longer confined to one locality,
and have been spreading and worsening to the extent that they
can endanger the global environment and the very existence of
human beings.
Actions and dedication are required for the national government, local governments, citizens and companies to construct a sustainable, recycling-oriented economy and society capable of coexisting with the environment preserved Earth. With this mission strongly in mind, the NLM Group seeks a harmonious coexistence with the natural environment in every aspect of its corporate activities.
These efforts eventually lead to sound corporate activities together with protecting the interests of shareholders, customers, employees and local communities, which are the basis of NLM's existence. We also endeavor, as decent corporate citizens, to realize a truly affluent society through an environment-oriented social contributions.
We comply with laws and regulations for the protection of the environment.
We endeavor to improve the energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions by improving efficiencies of production processes and equipments raising productivity and rationalizing logistics.
We make efficient use of all production resources including aluminum, and disseminate the 3R (reduction, reuse and recycling) campaign throughout the Group.
Prior to determining where to build a production facility or what products to develop, we take measures their impacts on the environment based on scientific evaluations. We also make every effort to reduce the environment even in existing business activities.
Our proactive product, process and other technology developments take advantage of aluminum's characteristics to reduce environmental impact. We contribute to environmental preservation by publicizing these results and providing products that incorporate them.
