Kyocera Corporation (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) announced that the company’s
Kagoshima Sendai manufacturing plant (Kagoshima Prefecture) has received
the 2013 Environment Minister’s Award for Global Warming Prevention
Activity (implementation of countermeasures / dissemination category) in
recognition of its environmental protection activities. This is the
fourth consecutive year that Kyocera has been a recipient, following the 2012
and 2011
awards received by the company’s plants in the implementation of
countermeasures category, and the 2010
award for Kyocera’s high-output solar module in the technology
development / product category.
The award was established in 1998 by Japan’s Ministry of the
Environment. It is presented every year in December to coincide with
Global Warming Prevention Month, and is given to individuals and groups
that have shown remarkable achievements in the prevention of global
warming. For this year’s award, Kyocera’s Kagoshima Sendai Plant was
nominated by the local township. In addition to emission-reduction
measures such as the use of exhaust heat from turbo refrigerators,
implementation of heat shield coating on facility rooftops, and
installation of a solar power generating system, the plant was
recognized for community-based efforts such as offering “Eco-Lessons”
at local schools and developing a partnership with the local authority
on environmental programs.
This latest award marks the fourth year in a row for Kyocera, which was
first awarded in 2010 for its high-power solar modules for domestic
public and industrial use. Since starting R&D of solar energy in 1975,
Kyocera has contributed to the development of renewable energy by
enhancing the reliability and efficiency of solar modules, and supplying
its products to markets all over the world.
In the following year, Kyocera received the 2011 award for inclusive
work done by its two facilities in Shiga Prefecture to help combat
climate change — including the development of a Solar Cycle Station at a
municipal building, operation of environmental education facilities such
as the Kyocera Shiga Green & Eco Garden, and implementation of forest
upkeep and water purification experiments.
Furthermore, Kyocera's Fukushima Tanagura manufacturing plant (Fukushima
Prefecture) was recognized in 2012 for its comprehensive environmental
protection activities. In response to an increased need for energy
conservation following the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 2011,
the company further enhanced its activities at the plant, including the
expansion of the solar power generating system, implementation of
demand-control ventilation, and adoption of hybrid cars.
Kyocera was founded 54 years ago with a philosophy of “harmonious
coexistence” and a commitment to social responsibility and environmental
protection. This latest award adds to many others Kyocera has received
worldwide, including its thirteenth consecutive annual
recycling award from the city of San Diego, and third consecutive Industria
Limpia (Clean Industry) Certification from the Mexican government.
The company believes that fostering mutual understanding and awareness
with the community is vital in addressing environmental issues and
remains committed to local efforts.
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About
KYOCERA
Kyocera
Corporation (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) (http://global.kyocera.com/),
the parent and global headquarters of the Kyocera Group, was founded in
1959 as a producer of fine
ceramics (also known as “advanced ceramics”). By combining these
engineered materials with metals and integrating them with other
technologies, Kyocera has become a leading supplier of industrial
ceramics, solar power generating systems, telecommunications equipment,
printers, copiers, electronic components, semiconductor packages and
cutting tools. During the year ended March 31, 2013, the company’s net
sales totaled 1.28 trillion yen (approx. USD13.6 billion). The company
is ranked #492 on Forbes magazine’s 2013 “Global 2000” listing of
the world’s largest publicly traded companies and in 2013 was ranked by Ceramic
Industry magazine as the world’s No.1 manufacturer of advanced
ceramics.
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