Over the past decade, there has been a noticeable inclination towards products produced by companies that have ingrained purpose and sustainability into their business models. Research further demonstrates that consumers are now willing to modify their consumption patterns to mitigate their adverse impact on the environment.
In this contemporary and eco-conscious society, effectively conveying a company’s positive contributions to the world has become pivotal. This aspect is recognized as a competitive edge that magnetizes and retains employees, safeguards against challenges, and fosters trust, thereby prompting individuals to repeatedly opt for your services and products over others.
Epson, a trailblazing global technology leader, demonstrated foresight in constructing a company driven by purpose and guided by the principles of “integrity and effort.” Since its establishment in the 1940s, Epson’s commitment to innovation and its unwavering dedication to local and global environmental preservation have been unwavering throughout its journey. It all began with a promise to maintain the purity of Lake Suwa in the Nagano prefecture. Subsequently, in 1993, Epson achieved a historic milestone by becoming the world’s first company to pledge the eradication of ozone-depleting CFCs across its operations, a commitment fulfilled group-wide.
Epson’s engagement with the United Nations Global Compact commenced in 2004, followed by a resolute commitment to champion the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the Philippines, Epson’s manufacturing plant in Batangas now operates entirely on renewable energy, aligning with the company’s global mandate to transition to renewable energy across all manufacturing sites ahead of the 2023 deadline. The plant’s journey towards sustainability began in 2021, embracing geothermal and hydroelectric power, complemented by in-house power generation via mega solar power.
Products designed to be better for the environment
Epson remains steadfast in harnessing its efficient, compact, and precision-driven technologies across its operations to propel innovations that contribute to a better world.
Throughout the entire lifecycle of product development, Epson prioritizes the design of more environmentally friendly solutions by eliminating hazardous components. This commitment is evident in the adoption of ‘heat-free technology’ in Epson printers, which eliminates the need for heat in the printing process. As a result, these printers consume considerably less electricity compared to their laser counterparts. The dedication to eco-consciousness also materializes in the incorporation of high-capacity ink tanks that significantly mitigate environmental impact while concurrently enhancing operational efficiency.
Masako Kusama, President of Epson Philippines Corporation, articulated, “Our commitment lies in revolutionizing businesses by introducing energy-efficient innovations that exert minimal impact on the environment. Starting within the workspace, our inkjet printing solutions are meticulously designed to offer cost-effective alternatives that are ecologically sound. We persistently innovate, making sustainability an integral aspect of our products.”
Simultaneously, on the operational front, Epson’s products, formulated based on valuable customer insights, foster heightened productivity, efficiency, and diminished environmental repercussions. Epson’s dependable robotics solutions are ushering automation into labor-intensive industries, liberating employees from grueling working conditions and extended hours. In digital textile printers, the employment of piezoelectric inkjet systems is driving a paradigm shift from analog methods. This transformation not only reduces waste materials by up to 95% but also facilitates swifter turnarounds and permits the execution of short-run projects on a diverse array of materials, consequently reshaping the textile manufacturing landscape.
Purpose in how Epson’s activities and how teams work
This commitment to enhance the world’s condition permeates and is tangible in Epson’s work ethos, encapsulating the aspiration to infuse purpose and sustainability into every facet of innovation and daily routines. A prime illustration of this commitment can be found in Epson’s novel office and solution centers, a true testament to this ethos. These centers seamlessly integrate the company’s products to support a hybrid workplace environment, simultaneously curbing power consumption and waste. The workspaces are meticulously designed to optimize energy efficiency, featuring layouts conducive to resource sharing and fostering collaborative synergy among teams, leading to the production of their finest outputs.
Epson’s global teams are united in their endeavor to yield impactful transformations in the realm of corporate initiatives spanning climate change and societal causes. These concerted endeavors are centered on advocating for human rights, championing environmental initiatives, fostering diverse workforce representation, and cultivating the adoption of sustainable practices in supply chain management.
“As we progress and thrive alongside communities, our mission is to cultivate trust among stakeholders and contribute to the creation of a better world,” Masako Kusama affirmed. “Aligned with our vision of a sustainable future, we remain committed to paving the way for a low-carbon society, unwavering in our pursuit to educate the public for enduring, profound impact.”
