Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, (TOKYO:4203 HQ: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Shinichi Kajiya): Sumitomo Bakelite Co. Ltd (the “Company”) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the highest rating—the “A List”—in the Climate Change category by CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), a leading international organization that evaluates companies’ environmental efforts.

CDP is a global non-profit organization supported by major institutional investors. It assesses climate-related strategies and actions of over 22,000 companies worldwide. Its ratings are highly trusted by investors and businesses and serve as a global standard for sustainable management.

Group of Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd. （the Group） is guided by its purpose, “Toward a sustainable society through expanding the potential of plastics,” and its management philosophy, “Our company places prime importance on trust and sureness, and shall commit itself to contributing to the progress of society and enhancement of people’s welfare and livelihood through its business activities.” Based on these principles, the Group actively works to reduce environmental impact and fulfill its social responsibilities.
Specifically, the Company has set a goal to achieve carbon neutral by 2050, based on scientifically grounded targets. To reach this goal, it is actively promoting the use of renewable energy and energy-saving measures, as well as reducing environmental impacts throughout the entire lifecycle of its products.
For example, the Company provides environmentally friendly products such as lightweight materials that help improve airplane fuel efficiency, and power semiconductor products designed to be eco-conscious.

The Company pledges to continue its sincere efforts in combating climate change and contributing to a sustainable future, guided by its management philosophy and purpose.

Sustainability Promotion Department, Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.