Environmental Policy

The Nittetsu Mining Group engages in environmentally friendly business activities based on the following policy.

Proactive efforts to protect the environment
In addition to observing laws and regulations, we make efforts to reduce environmental impact and prevent mine pollution.
Proactive efforts to prevent pollution
We make efforts to properly control chemical substances and oils in addition to reducing emissions and proper treatment of air pollutants and other hazardous substances.
Efficient and cyclical use of resources
We make efforts to reduce waste in addition to promoting the efficient use and recycling of resources.
Promoting decarbonization
We make efforts to use energy efficiently and expand our use of renewable energy to promote decarbonization, and also develop renewable energy to contribute to carbon neutrality.
Effective use and conservation of water resources
We make efforts to conserve water quality by properly treating water in addition to reducing consumption by effectively using and recycling water resources.
Consideration for biodiversity
We strive to communicate proactively with local communities while making efforts to preserve local ecosystems.
Conservation of company-owned forests and greening
We continuously plant trees and vegetation around active mines and work toward forest conservation in company-owned forests and at former mines.