Developing New Products and Technologies Kobe Steel shall use its integrated and diversified technological capabilities, ranging from materials to electronics, to develop new and more environment-friendly technologies and products. Promoting Environmental Protection on a Global Scale Understanding the need for harmony and cooperation on a global scale, Kobe Steel shall make effective use of its worldwide network and transfer its environmental protection technologies overseas. Symbiosis with Society Kobe Steel shall actively participate in protecting the environment of local communities. The Company shall support its employees in participating in local environmental protection initiatives. Much like a household accounting book, this book is used to keep a record of the amount of utilities used and refuse thrown away.
Families can then see areas to save energy and increase recycling.
Departments at all locations have been designated to enhance awareness of the need for energy savings. In accordance with each industry association's environmental plan, Kobe Steel will further promote energy savings. Kobe Steel with other concerns strives to transfer energy-saving technology to emerging countries to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions on a global basis. This is a NEDO model project for effective energy utilization. Environmental Management Kobe Steel aims to have its works and plants attain ISO 14001 certification.