Basic Policy
The Otsuka group recognizes the invaluable benefits provided by the global environment, and thus deeply values the wonder of life. It understands that nature’s gifts are the key to our future, and is consequently committed to protecting biodiversity worldwide.
Basic Approach
The Otsuka Group recognizes that biodiversity is an indispensable natural capital for all business activities. As a member of a society that benefits from nature, we will take into consideration the impact of our business activities on biodiversity and work to conserve and restore biodiversity towards realizing a sustainable society that passes rich nature to future generations.
Guidelines
- We will clarify the relationship between biodiversity and business activities throughout the value chain and promote the conservation and sustainable use of biological resources.
- We will promote the development of biodiversity considerate products and technologies and strive to reduce the impact on nature.
- We will respect international agreements on biodiversity and comply with treaties and laws and ensure the proper access and use of genetic resources, as well as the fair and equitable distribution of the benefits accruing therefrom.
- We will communicate with various stakeholders such as administrative agencies, local residents, and NGOs, and collaborate with local communities, to conserve and restore biodiversity.
- We will strive to promote conservation activities by raising awareness about the relationship between our business activities and biodiversity.
(Revised in April 2024)
Relationship between Biodiversity and Business Activities
> Please refer to the Environmental Report (Biodiversity)