Environmental Philosophy

ISO 14001 Certification

We believe that addressing environmental issues is one of the important corporate activities that enhances corporate value. By reducing the environmental impact of our business operations, we practice environmental management and promote related initiatives. To help protect the global environment, we have obtained ISO 14001, an international standard for environmental management systems, and continue to advance our efforts.

  • Certified sites: Kyoto Plant, Shiga Plant
  • Scope of certification: Manufacturing of photomasks

Environmental Philosophy

In accordance with our corporate philosophy, we value the blessings of nature at all times and work to improve the environment through our business activities, thereby achieving harmony with nature.

Environmental Policy

Based on our fundamental stance that “environmental initiatives are the responsibility of every SKE employee,” we assess the environmental impacts of our business activities, products, and services, and continuously address environmental issues in accordance with the following policies:

  1. We strive to conserve resources and energy to prevent global warming.
  2. We prevent pollution and contribute to the development of a recycling-oriented society through the practice of the 3Rs.
    3Rs: Reduce (waste generation), Reuse, Recycle
  3. We promote green procurement and strive to manufacture environmentally friendly products.
  4. We comply with relevant environmental laws, regulations, agreements, and other requirements.
  5. We provide environmental education and raise environmental awareness.
  6. We engage in social contribution activities.
  7. We continuously improve our environmental management system to enhance environmental performance.
  8. This policy is communicated to all employees and is also made available to the public.