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Basic Approach

i-PRO Global Environmental Policy

i-PRO Group^*1 (hereinafter, i-PRO) contributes to the security and safety of society, aims to be a company that continues to create new value, and strives to conserve the global environment through its business activities.

The i-PRO Global Environmental Policy (hereinafter, this Policy) expresses i-PRO’s attitude towards initiatives for environmental protection, in accordance with its corporate Code of Conduct, which was established based on the purpose and vision that we pursue.

1. Fundamental Approach

i-PRO strives to continuously improve its environmental management systems with the aim to realize a sustainable society through its business activities, in order to fulfill its social responsibility as a company.
i-PRO complies with laws, regulations, ordinances, and agreements related to the environment, strives to protect the environment as well as prevent environmental pollution by establishing environmental targets, and will work to contribute to the local community.
i-PRO also supports the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact (UNGC) as a corporate signatory to the UNGC.

2. Scope of Application

i-PRO applies this Policy to all of its officers^*2 and employees^*3 and requires them to comply with this Policy. i-PRO also encourages to ensure the understanding and support for this Policy from all of its customers, business partners, and suppliers worldwide, as well as all stakeholders directly related to i-PRO’s business, products, and services.

3. Initiatives

i-PRO engages in the following initiatives.
i-PRO will work hard on correction through appropriate procedures in the unlikely event that we are being found to have caused or to have been involved in causing, negative impact on these initiatives.

(1) CO₂ Emissions: i-PRO endeavors to reduce carbon emissions by creating and providing environmentally friendly products and services, lowering power consumption of our products, and energy saving efforts at offices and factories during operating hours, in order to realize a low-carbon society.
(2) Resources: i-PRO strives to effectively use resources utilized in business activities and to control waste disposal, towards a recycling-oriented society.
(3) Harmful Substances: i-PRO strives to appropriately manage chemical substances contained in products and used in manufacturing activities in order to protect the environment and to prevent environmental pollution.

4. Dialogue and Discussion

i-PRO engages in dialog and discussion with all related stakeholders regarding the handling of potential or actual impacts on the environment. i-PRO takes the opinions and wishes obtained through dialog with stakeholders seriously, strives to understand their true nature, and to respond promptly and in good faith.
i-PRO establishes its i-PRO Global whistleblowing system. Such consultations and reports are taken seriously, while guaranteeing the confidentiality regarding the fact and details of consultations/complaints, and we do not allow unfair treatment of, or reprisals against, the person who initiated the consultation/complaint, nor people who cooperate in investigations.

5. Education and Training

i-PRO will reflect this Policy in the necessary procedures and provide appropriate education and training to all officers and employees in an effort to ensure that it becomes established throughout our business activities.

6. Officer in Charge

i-PRO clarifies that the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the ultimate person responsible over initiatives for environmental protection, and the Head of Environment is the person responsible for the execution of these initiatives.
i-PRO’s Board of Directors are responsible for supervision of the direction on dealing with environmental issues and its initiatives as well as the status of the compliance.

7. Disclosure

i-PRO discloses this Policy on its website.

This Policy has been established on April 1st, 2024, and revised on March 27th, 2025 with the approval of the Board of Directors.

April 1, 2025

Masato NakaoRepresentative Director, President, i-PRO Co., Ltd. & Chief Executive Officer
i-PRO Co., Ltd,

i-PRO Group refers to i-PRO Co., Ltd., and its affiliated subsidiaries.
Officers refers to directors, auditors, and persons equivalent.
Employees refers to persons engaged in the work of the company, including full-time, temporary, contract, agency dispatch, part-time, and casual employees.

Organization and Systems

i‑PRO positions environmental issues as one of its key management priorities and has established a globally consistent environmental management structure, centered on the Sustainability Committee chaired by the CEO, under the oversight of the Board of Directors.
With regard to environmental issues such as climate change response, resource circulation, and pollution prevention, i‑PRO conducts management based on its Global Environmental Policy, taking into account the regulatory requirements and business characteristics of each country and region in which it operates.
The Sustainability Committee is responsible for formulating environmental policies and targets, monitoring the progress of initiatives, and reviewing response status, and reports and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors.
In addition, environmental risks and opportunities are managed on an ongoing basis as management issues, in coordination with the Risk and Compliance Committee.

View Our Sustainability Governance Structure

Environmental Management Based on the Global Environmental Policy

i‑PRO conducts environmental management based on its Global Environmental Policy in each country and region where it operates, with compliance with applicable laws and regulations as a fundamental principle. At each location, environmental management is implemented according to business activities and risk characteristics, promoting the reduction of environmental impact and the improvement of environmental performance.

Environmental Management Framework in Japan (ISO 14001)

To ensure the effective implementation of its Global Environmental Policy in Japan, i‑PRO has established and operates an Environmental Management System (EMS) in accordance with ISO 14001.Centered on its manufacturing and development sites, i‑PRO continuously operates the PDCA cycle based on the EMS, working to achieve environmental objectives and improve environmental performance. i‑PRO’s EMS is certified by the Japan Environmental Certification Organization (Certification No.: EC22J0006). Under a management framework compliant with ISO 14001, i‑PRO promotes legal compliance, reduction of environmental impact, and coexistence with local communities.

Environmental promotion structure (scope of application of environmental management systems)

Environmental promotion structure [figure]

Key Initiatives

Target Setting and Implementation

i-PRO identifies the environmental impacts associated with its business activities and sets environmental targets on an annual basis. Environmental organizations and individual departments develop action plans to achieve these targets and promote initiatives while regularly monitoring progress.

Operational Control and Legal Compliance

For key areas such as waste management, chemical substances, energy consumption, and fluorocarbon equipment management, operational controls are implemented in accordance with internal rules. In addition, applicable environmental laws, regulations, and other requirements are identified, and compliance is periodically evaluated to ensure thorough legal compliance and to reduce environmental risks.

Continuous Improvement through Audits and Management Review

The operation of the environmental management system is verified through internal audits. Audit results and environmental performance are reported to top management, and corrective actions and improvements are implemented through management reviews. These outcomes are then reflected in targets and initiatives for the following fiscal year to promote continuous improvement.

Environmental Education

To develop human resources that support environmentally responsible business activities, i-PRO provides systematic environmental education programs for employees. The education programs consist of two components: General Environmental Education and Specialized Environmental Education, which are designed to enable employees to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills according to their roles and responsibilities. General Environmental Education aims to deepen understanding of the importance of environmental conservation while providing opportunities to learn about i-PRO’s environmental policy, objectives, and relevant laws and regulations, thereby fostering environmental awareness in daily work activities. Specialized Environmental Education, on the other hand, is intended for employees engaged in environmental-related operations and focuses on the acquisition of more practical and specialized knowledge.

The main training areas include the following:

Chemical Management: Acquisition of knowledge regarding the proper handling of chemical substances used in products and manufacturing processes, as well as compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Fluorocarbon Equipment Management: Practical training on the management of refrigerant equipment and the prevention of refrigerant leakage
Waste Management: Education on the proper treatment of waste generated from business activities and the promotion of recycling
Internal Auditor Training: Acquisition of knowledge and skills required to conduct internal audits of the Environmental Management System (EMS)
Compliance Evaluation Training: Training to accurately evaluate compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and standards

These education programs are conducted on a regular basis, and participation status and learning outcomes are managed and retained as　education records.

Awareness-raising Activities

i‑PRO continuously implements environmental awareness and engagement activities with the aim of further enhancing environmental awareness among each employee. During Environmental Month, as a company-wide initiative, i-PRO CEO delivers a message to all employees. Through this message, i‑PRO emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation and encourages the practice of environmental considerations in daily operations, thereby promoting greater awareness and behavioral change among employees.
In addition, at the Kaizuka R&D Center, i‑PRO places importance on coexistence with the local community and conducts regular cleanup activities in the surrounding area. These activities contribute to improving the local environment while also providing employees with opportunities to experience environmental conservation as a familiar and tangible part of their daily work. Going forward, we plan to expand these initiatives to other sites and further promote coexistence with local communities.
Through both education and awareness-raising initiatives, i‑PRO is fostering an environmentally conscious corporate culture and strengthening its efforts toward the realization of a sustainable society.

i‑PRO operates an environmental management system in accordance with ISO 14001 and is committed to the continuous improvement of its environmental performance.