Environmental Risk Management, Including Climate Change, by the Environmental Measures Committee

「With regard to metrics and targets related to environmental issues, the company is currently considering target metrics with a view to reducing CO2 emissions.」

「環境に配慮した商品等、社会や生活の変化に合った斬新な商品企画・商品改革に全力を尽くす。」

「As part of its environmental initiatives, the company promotes greening within its premises to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and supports environmental conservation activities in Japan and overseas through the Earth Fund, using a portion of the proceeds from sales of its shovels and spades. It has also taken various measures, including actively introducing low-emission company vehicles such as hybrid vehicles, pursuing energy conservation and electricity savings throughout the year while making appropriate decisions based on weather and humidity, and implementing “ASAKA BIZ STYLE,” under which employees work in attire suitable for a comfortable working environment. These efforts also aim to curb electricity consumption.」

「The Environmental Measures Committee meets twice a year to deliberate on risks and opportunities arising from environmental issues and pursue appropriate responses. The results are also reported regularly to the Board of Directors.」

「The company has a high proportion of seasonal products, including gardening and snow-removal products, and recognizes addressing environmental issues, including climate change, as one of its important management issues. It has therefore established an Environmental Measures Committee. The committee meets twice a year to deliberate on risks and opportunities arising from environmental issues and pursue appropriate responses.」