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Sustainability First: Placing ESG at the Heart of Hitachi Initiatives

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Driven by its vision to foster a sustainable society, Hitachi is at the forefront to lead the evolution for environmental preservation and the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. With an unwavering commitment towards sustainability and a comprehensive ESG approach, Hitachi leverages Green Technologies, Digital Technologies, and Innovation capabilities to drive Social Innovation and create a positive impact on people's wellbeing.

Take a journey through to discover India’s thrust on achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Hitachi’s commitment to sustainability and social innovation:

Empowering a Sustainable Future

India’s Commitment Towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

India is committed towards achieving 17 SDGs outlined by the United Nations and ensuring a brighter future for all its citizens.

Hitachi & Sustainability: Placing Sustainability at the Heart of Our Purpose

Led by its forward-looking Mid-term Management Plan 2024, Hitachi has been on the forefront of supporting India in achieving SDGs through offering distinctive solutions, and collaborations that contribute towards a sustainable and inclusive future for the country. At Hitachi, we take Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) concerns seriously and have evolved a robust ESG strategy to strengthen corporate sustainability.
 Environmental

Environmental Vision and Hitachi Environmental Innovation 2050

“Hitachi will resolve environmental challenges and achieve both a higher quality of life and a sustainable society through its Social Innovation Business in collaborative creation with its stakeholders.”

To achieve this, Hitachi has established long-term environmental targets called Hitachi Environmental Innovation 2050, centered around three key pillars:

For a Decarbonized Society

  • Achieve carbon neutrality by FY 2050 through the value chain
  • Reduce CO2 emissions 50% by FY 2030
  • Achieve carbon neutrality by FY 2030 at business sites

For a Resource Efficient Society

  • Build a society that uses water and other resources efficiently
  • Efficiency in use of water/resources 50% improvement by FY 2050

For a Harmonized Society with Nature

  • Impact on natural capital minimized
 Governance

Hitachi recognizes the critical importance of governance principles that promotes ethical conduct and sustainable business practices.

Corporate Governance

  • Transparency in Management (Transitioning from a traditional hierarchical structure to a company with committees)
  • Independence of the Board of Directors (Inclusion of independent directors, including diverse global perspectives)

Business Ethics & Compliance

Hitachi ensures adherence to ethical standards across its operations, by:
  • Compliance Division overseeing the One Hitachi Compliance Program
  • Hitachi Group Sustainable Procurement Guidelines emphasizing ethics and integrity
  • Hitachi Group Head of Ethics and Compliance leading the One Hitachi Compliance Program
  • Reporting suspected violations of law or Hitachi Group Codes of Conduct encouraged
  • Strengthening the Speak-up Culture

How Hitachi India is Driving India’s Sustainable Growth through Social Innovation

SDG 3
Improving health of citizens in remotest areas with telemedicine solutions and e-healthcare platform
SDG 6
Delivering clean drinking water with intelligent water solutions
SDG 7
Powering a sustainable energy future with Renewable Energy and smart grid solutions
SDG 9
Financially empowering citizens with holistic cash and digital payment solutions
SDG 11
Driving sustainable mobility with integrated rail solutions and EV solutions

Planetary Boundaries

Support people’s quality of life with data and technology that fosters a sustainable society

Social Innovation Business

Wellbeing

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