Sustainability
DNP Trading provides a wide range of products and services both domestically and internationally.
As a general trading company, we are committed to responding to the rapid changes in the global environment and society,
and strive to increase environmental and social value.
Environmental Initiatives
In all our business activities, we are committed to preserving the global environment and making effective use of resources.
Adopting the Green Power Certificate System
As part of our CO₂ reduction activities, we have adopted the Green Power Certificate System provided by Japan Natural Energy Co., Ltd. We procure "green power" generated from natural energy sources.
Under the Green Power Certificate System, the environmental added value of electricity generated from natural energy sources such as solar, biomass, wind, and hydropower is traded in the form of Green Power Certificates. By obtaining these certificates, we contribute to the wider adoption of natural energy.
In addition to the eco-business activities we have carried out to date, we will strive to further reduce our environmental impact.
Certification details
- Power generation contractor
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Japan Natural Energy Co., Ltd.
(230,000kwh) - Commissioned power generation method
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Renewable energy generation
- Annual green power usage
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230,000kwh
- Green electricity usage locations
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Head office (200,000kwh), Kansai (30,000kwh)
CoC Certification and Registration—FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) and PEFC
We have obtained two CoC certifications, FSC® and PEFC, which are international forest certification systems. FSC®/CoC certification is administered by the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®), an international non-profit organization (NPO). PEFC/CoC certification is administered by the PEFC Forest Certification Program, an international non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO).
FSC® certification is an international forest certification system established in 1994 in response to global forest issues such as deforestation and growing public environmental awareness. Established through consensus among various stakeholders around the world, the system includes FM certification, which assesses and certifies forest management based on 10 principles and 70 criteria that balance environmental, social, and economic considerations, and CoC certification, which covers the processing and distribution process of forest products, and strict assessments are conducted by independent third-party organizations. Choosing FSC®-labeled products allows you to help protect forests without making extra effort in your daily life. It is a new environmental conservation initiative, following the use of recycled paper and non-wood paper.
FSC®/CoC certification details
- Certification body:
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SGS Japan Inc.
- Certification/registration name
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FSC®
- Certification/registration number
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SGSHK-COC-001584
PEFC/CoC certification details
- Certification body:
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SGS Japan Inc.
- Certification/registration name
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PEFC
- Certification/registration number
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SGSJP-PEFC-COC-0313
Environmental Conservation through the Production and Sale of Reed Paper
Reeds, which grow in colonies near waterside areas, play an important role in purifying water by absorbing phosphorus and nitrogen. However, because reeds die within a year, the absorbed nutrients can flow back into rivers and streams if left unattended, potentially causing water pollution.
To address this issue, we are participating in and promoting an initiative to harvest reeds before they die and use them effectively as raw material for reed paper. This initiative prevents harmful substances from re-leaching, contributing to the conservation of the water environment and the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem in reed fields. Furthermore, by expanding the use of non-wood paper, we are also contributing to the protection of forest resources.
Initiatives to Support the Development of the Next Generation
Certified as a company that actively promotes initiatives under the Next Generation Act
In accordance with the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children (*), we have formulated and implemented an action plan. As a company that has been recognized for achieving its goals, we have been certified by the Director of the Tokyo Labor Bureau as a General Employer Conforming to the Standards.
At DNP Trading, we strive to create a more comfortable working environment where every employee can feel fulfilled in their work, while also inspiring the children who will lead the next generation by sharing the joy of realizing their dreams through work.
(*) Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children (Next Generation Act)
This law was enacted and promulgated in July 2003 with the aim of encouraging companies and other organizations to take proactive measures to create a society in which children who will lead the next generation are born and raised healthily.
Initiatives for the Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace
The Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace (Women's Participation Promotion Act) was enacted to create an environment in which women can demonstrate their abilities and play an active role in their professional lives according to their wishes.
In accordance with this Act, DNP Trading has formulated the General Employer Action Plan, which addresses not only issues facing women but also those facing men, with all employees working to reform work styles and mindsets.
We are actively engaged in environmental conservation activities, by handling timber from FSC®-certified, responsibly managed forests, as well as other low-risk timber and products.
We have acquired the Next Generation Development Certification Mark (Kurumin) and are working to support the development of the next generation, with the aim of creating an environment in which each employee can work comfortably.