Hikone Plant
The Hikone Plant's ISO 14001 Certification.
About the Hikone Plant
The Hikone Plant manufactures Bank of Japan Notes in Shiga Prefecture - a place rich in nature that is perhaps best known for Lake Biwa, home to many endemic species. The plant has long maintained and operated a production system that takes into consideration the region's natural environment, including the proper treatment of wastewater and waste discharged from the plant as well as environmental cleanup activities around it.
To establish these and other activities as an environmental management system, we began complying with the ISO 14001 standard in fiscal 2004. We acquired ISO 14001 certification in September 2006, and have continued to renew it ever since.
We are committed to improving this system, and our employees are united in their efforts to ensure that our business activities remain environmentally friendly.
Registration Information
| Registration | September 19, 2006 |
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| Expiration | September 18, 2024 |
| Certificate number | E09-191 |
| Certification body | Organization of International Standards Certification Co.,Ltd. |
| Applicable standard | ISO14001:2015 |
| Scope of certification | Manufacture of Bank of Japan notes. |
Environmental Policy
Basic Principle
The Hikone Plant manufactures Bank of Japan notes in a rich natural environment unique to the lakeland area of Shiga Prefecture. Work at the plant is premised on environmental conservation and sustainability with effective use of solar power generation and other resources, as well as local preservation based on appropriate use of water resources, wastewater treatment and waste disposal.
With strong focus on environmental management, the plant is committed to optimal performance via ongoing enhancement of its management system.
Management is also based on compliance with environmental laws and regulations as well as dedication to preventing pollution.
Environmental Action Guidelines
Environmental management policy guidelines:
- Energy/resource conservation and waste reduction in ongoing reliable production of Bank of Japan notes.
- Internal control to prevent environmental pollution based on compliance and optimal risk management.
- Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions via innovation and other factors in operations and production processes.
- Promotion of a safe, pleasant working environment and work on environmental conservation to maintain efficiency and harmony with the local community.
April 1, 2023
OBA Hiroaki
Director Hikone Plant National Printing Bureau, Japan