Conservation of Biodiversity

Biodiversity Policy

Based on the recognition that our society is nurtured by a rich global environment, and that the diverse living creatures that support that global environment are declining, we have established a Biodiversity Policy.

Basic Policy

Because we benefit from the lives of living creatures and our business activities have an impact on biodiversity, we will actively engage in activities to reduce our impact on biodiversity and contribute to the conservation of biodiversity.

• Ricoh Group Biodiversity Policy

Regulations for Ricoh Group products made of wood

From the viewpoint of global environmental conservation and biodiversity protection, this provision must be established to confirm that the wood raw materials used in Ricoh brand products and their accessories are legally obtained with consideration for the sustainability of the place of origin in environmental and social aspects prior to the decision of procurement.

Scope of Regulation

It must apply to paper products marketed under the Ricoh Group brand (PPC paper, thermal paper, etc.) as well as materials made of wood, which accompany Ricoh Group brand products (seals, manuals, packaging material, cushion material, etc.).

Requirements for raw materials provided by suppliers

Confirmation of legality of wood in the country of origin at the time of production.
Wood produced from a forest where sustainable forest management is practiced without adverse environmental or social impact at the time of production.
The products delivered to the Ricoh Group do not use wood procured by a "Supplier with Problems."

• Scope and requirement of Regulation of Ricoh Group products made of wood

Paper Procurement Policy

The policy is based on two criteria: "Paper^* Standards" and "Supplier Standards."

Paper Standards(Requirements to procure paper)

• Paper must be produced from forests that are managed in a sustainable manner and the legality of which has been verified.
• Paper must not be produced from forests with high conservation value.
• Virgin paper/recycled paper must have traceability.
• Chemical substances used in production process of paper must be confirmed to be safe.　
• Environmental and safety management must be under control in the paper manufacturing process (including wastewater and other water management).
• The paper must be ECF chlorine-free bleached paper.

Supplier Standards(Requirements for procurement transactions)

• Suppliers must comply with the laws and regulations of the region and country in which they operate, and they must conduct their operations and supply products with consideration for the environment, including climate change prevention, appropriate use of resources, and biodiversity conservation.
• Human rights of local residents in the area where the company operates are protected and that the company sustains a good relationship with local residents.
• Human rights of workers and employees are protected and there is no relationship with antisocial forces or groups.

*Target: PPC paper, paper rolls, and Ricoh brand paper

• Paper Procurement Policy