オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group recognizes that all humans and companies assume an important responsibility for future generations to protect the environment and create environmental value. Accordingly, we are committed to realizing a safe, secure and sustainable society in every aspect of our corporate activities.
Protecting the Global Environment and Creating Environmental Value through Our Business Activities
In our business activities, we will promote climate change mitigation and adaptation measures such as promoting the widespread use of clean energy and responding to natural disasters. Together with our initiatives to conserve natural capital and biodiversity, we will move ahead to protect the global environment and create environmental value.
(1) Climate Change Countermeasures
Climate change is a global issue and has a direct impact on the insurance industry. As such, we regard it as one of the most important issues that we should tackle head on in our core insurance business and as an institutional investor and global company. Based on constructive dialogue and collaboration with various international organizations, governments, industries, academic institutions, and civil society, we will contribute to the transition to a decarbonized society by proactively implementing climate change countermeasures.
(2) Promotion of the Widespread Use of Clean Energy such as Renewable Energy
In mitigating climate change, we will promote the widespread use of clean energy through the provision of products オンライン カジノ やり方ervices in the renewable energy field and contribute to the transition to a decarbonized society.
(3) Response to Natural Disasters
In adapting to climate change, we will contribute to the creation of a society resilient to natural disasters by applying our knowledge on natural disasters and disaster prevention and reduction, which we have accumulated over the course of our long history, to the development and provision of products オンライン カジノ やり方ervices and by delivering safety オンライン カジノ やり方ecurity before and after disasters.
(4) Conservation of Natural Capital and Biodiversity
In order to protect the global environment, it is crucial to achieve “nature positive” outcomes that halt and reverse the loss of natural capital and biodiversity. To this end, we will contribute to the creation of society in harmony with nature through the development and provision of products オンライン カジノ やり方ervices that address nature related issues.
Reduction of Environmental Footprint and Creation of Environmental Value Our Business Operations and Value Chain
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group will promote initiatives to reduce environmental footprint and create environmental value in our business operations and value chain while complying with environmental laws and regulations as well as various agreements regarding the environment to which the Group has agreed.
(1) Reduction of Environmental Footprint
We recognize the environmental footprint of our resource and energy consumption and waste generation オンライン カジノ やり方trive to reduce our environmental footprint by promoting decarbonization and low carbon (including greenhouse gas reduction), resource circulation, resource conservation and waste reduction, energy conservation, green purchasing, and living in harmony with nature from a viewpoint of the overall value chain.
(2) Continuous Improvement of the Environment and Prevention and Reduction of Pollution
We strive to prevent and mitigate environmental pollution by setting goals and targets, reviewing and revising our activities, and continually improving the environment.
(3) Promotion of Environmental Awareness-Raising and Corporate Citizenship Activities
We strive to promote environmental protection not only by promoting the dissemination of environmental information, provision of environmental consulting services and environmental awareness-raising and educational activities both internally and externally, but also by promoting local community オンライン カジノ やり方ocial contribution activities as a good corporate citizen.
Governance and Management Structure
The Board of オンライン カジノ やり方ne Holdings approves the revision or abolishment of the Basic Policy on Environment. However, Executive Officers in charge of the Corporate Planning Department may approve minor changes. The status of compliance with the policy and the Group's environmental initiatives is deliberated at the Management Committee and other meetings and reported to the Board for a timely, appropriate, and transparent information disclosure.
Stakeholder Engagement
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group strives to protect the global environment, create environmental value and reduce the environmental footprint of our business activities and value chain through dialogue, cooperation, and collaboration with various stakeholders, including future generations, indigenous peoples and local communities, and through active and periodical environmental education and information dissemination.
In promoting these efforts, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group supports the following international agreements, initiatives, etc., related to the environment*.
We communicate this Basic Policy on the Environment to all Group employees and ensure thorough adherence among them and announce it to the public.
Adopted on December 21, 2021
Revised on October 22, 2024
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*The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change / Paris Agreement, Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, Convention on Biological Diversity / Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, Ramsar Convention, Washington Convention, Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, United Nations Communities of Ocean Action for supporting the implementation of SDG 14, United Nations Global Compact, United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative, Principles for Sustainable Insurance, Principles for Responsible Investment, Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures, Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures, CDP, Principles for Financial Action for the 21st Century, United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Policy to Address Environmental and Social Risks
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group’s business purpose has been to protect our customers and local communities by providing safety and security in times of need. With this in mind, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group has made it our core identity “To Be a Good Company” – one that can still be trusted by customers and society in their times of need 100 years from now.
From our long history in the insurance industry, we have accumulated knowledge and experience that has enabled us not just to provide safety オンライン カジノ やり方ecurity but to contribute to social development as well. In continuing to contribute toward resolving social issues, we help build a safe, secure, オンライン カジノ やり方ustainable future that generates value for all of our stakeholders and our society more broadly.
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group pays attention to the risks of negatively impacting the environment and society, and undertakes transactions (insurance underwriting, investments, and financing) based on the customer’s consideration for the environment and society. We position the mitigation of negative environmental and social impacts resulting from our business activities as an important management issue that must be addressed and will take appropriate measures while referencing international principles of conduct and guidelines.
Environmental オンライン カジノ やり方ocial Risks to be Identified and Assessed
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group will strive to appropriately identify and manage risks that have a negative impact on the environment and society in accordance with the Group’s Basic Policy on Environment and Basic Policy on Human Rights. For example, deforestation not only has the risk that has a negative impact on the environment but also various risks including human rights abuses. In identifying and managing such risks appropriately, we will identify environmental and social risks based on the nature and severity of the risks as well as recommendations from various stakeholders and will identify the sectors where such risks are likely to occur.
Sector specific policies
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Inhumane weapons
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We will not undertake business transactions (insurance underwriting, investment, and financing) with the inhumane weapons sector, which manufactures inhumane weapons, as these pose major humanitarian concerns. |
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Coal-fired power generation |
Compared to other power generation, coal-fired power generation emits more greenhouse gases and also produces toxic substances such as sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides. Given the high risk of contributing to environmental impacts such as climate change and air pollution, we will not undertake new business transactions (insurance underwriting, investment, and financing) for coal-fired power plants note 1, regardless of whether they are new projects or not. |
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Thermal coal mining |
As with coal-fired power generation, the development of coal mines for power generation projects may result in increased greenhouse gas emissions through combustion at thermal power plants in the future. We also recognize the risks to the workers' occupational health オンライン カジノ やり方afety and the impacts of hazardous waste on local biodiversity. In light of the negative impacts on climate change, ecosystems, and human rights, we will not undertake new business transactions (insurance underwriting, investment, and financing) for thermal coal mining projects note 1, regardless of whether they are new projects or not. |
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Oil sands |
We recognize that oil sands mining has the potential to emit large amounts of greenhouse gases compared to conventional oil and gas extraction due to that oil sands mining requires more energy and water resources in the extraction and refining process. We also recognize the risks of infringing indigenous peoples’ rights and negatively impacting the surrounding wildlife and ecosystems. In light of the negative impacts on climate change, ecosystems, human rights, we will not undertake new business transactions (insurance underwriting, investment, and financing) for oil sands mining projects. |
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Arctic oil and gas |
Oil and gas extraction projects in the Arctic Circle (all areas north of latitude 66°33, including the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, ANWR) entail significant risks of altering the habitats and ecosystems of rare species and marine life. We are also aware of the negative impacts on the livelihoods and cultures of indigenous peoples. In light of the negative impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity, as well as on the indigenous peoples’ rights, we will not undertake new business transactions (insurance underwriting, investment, and financing) for oil and gas extraction projects note 2 in the Arctic Circle. |
For details on オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group's transaction policy on climate change risk (insurance underwriting, investment and financing), please refer to "オンライン カジノ やり方ne: Our Climate Strategy".
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[note 1:Exceptions for projects with innovative technologies and approaches, such as CCS/CCUS (Carbon dioxide Capture オンライン カジノ やり方torage / Carbon dioxide Capture, Utilization オンライン カジノ やり方torage) and mixed combustion may be granted after careful consideration, aiming to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement]
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[note 2:Exemptions for projects with decarbonization plans that are aligned with the Paris Agreement]
オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Responsible Procurement Guidelines
The オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group will promote responsible procurement and sourcing practices across the entire value chain in collaboration with business partners (suppliers, subcontractors, agents and other entities that provide goods and services to the オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group). Through these efforts, we aim to realize a safe, secure, and sustainable society while achieving sustainable business growth.
The Responsible Procurement Guidelines (the "Guidelines") have been established to promote responsible procurement based on relevant オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group policies*. The Guidelines also outline matters that オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group requests our business partners to understand and cooperate with. Business partners are expected to request their own business partners to understand and cooperate with the matters set forth in the Guidelines.
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*オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Compliance Code of Conduct, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Sustainability Charter, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Wellness Charter, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Basic Policy on Human Rights, オンライン カジノ やり方ne Group Basic Policy on Environment, etc.
1. Fair and equitable transactions
- 1.1 Compliance with laws, rules and regulations and respect for international norms
- We shall strictly comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations when conducting our business activities. In addition to respecting international norms and complying with the laws and regulations, we shall respect the traditions and cultures in operating countries. These laws, rules and regulations include those related to the environment, human rights, labor, and products オンライン カジノ やり方afety.
- 1.2 Fair and Free competitions
- We shall conduct our business in compliance with antitrust, competition and free trade laws, rules and regulations. We shall not undertake any action that hampers fair and free competition, including collusion and cartel formation.
- 1.3 Quality オンライン カジノ やり方afety of product オンライン カジノ やり方ervices
- In compliance with the laws, rules and regulations of each country and region, we endeavor to ensure and improve the quality オンライン カジノ やり方afety of our products オンライン カジノ やり方ervices.
- 1.4 Protection of intellectual properties
- We shall respect and not infringe upon intellectual property rights of third parties, including copyrights, trademarks and patents.
- 1.5 Prohibition of transactions with criminal forces
- If we succumb to criminal forces, it would result in encouraging illegal activities. In full recognition of our social responsibility, we shall maintain a firm stand against all criminal forces.
- 1.6 Prevention of money laundering and assisting illegal activities
- We shall endeavor to prevent our business operations from being exploited for the purpose of money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing of weapons of mass destruction.
- 1.7 Political activities and political funding, and anti- corruption
- We shall comply with applicable laws, rules and regulations regarding public elections, political activities as well as political funds and donations, and we shall always take a fair and unbiased stance. We shall not accept money, goods or other inappropriate or unlawful profits by taking advantage of our position. Also, we shall not accept or give any gifts or entertainment which are illegal or not considered reasonable by social standards. In addition, we shall not allow any improper entertainment, gifts, benefits, or other advantages to a public official or to a person who holds a status equivalent thereto.
- 1.8 Protection of whistleblowers
- We will establish a whistleblowing system, protect the anonymity of whistleblowers, and eliminate retaliation against whistleblowers and those cooperating with investigations in good faith.
2. Human rights and labor
- 2.1 Prohibition of forced labor and human trafficking
- We shall not allow forced labor or any form of slave labor, including bonded labor and human trafficking.
- 2.2 Prohibition of child labor
- We shall not tolerate child labor オンライン カジノ やり方hall observe the minimum working age as stipulated by law. We shall not allow young workers to engage in hazardous work.
- 2.3 Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining
- We shall respect fundamental rights concerning the freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining of workers.
- 2.4 Prohibition of discrimination and harassment
- We shall not discriminate in any way based on sex, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, profession, nationality, race, thought, creed, religion, social status or birth, or physical or mental disability. We shall not tolerate any form of harassment, whether it be physical or mental, including sexual harassment and power harassment and inhumane treatment such as corporal punishment, bullying and threat of any such treatment.
- 2.5 Respect for diversity and promotion of inclusion
- We endeavor to respect the individuality and diversity of each worker and create an environment in which all workers can fully demonstrate their capabilities regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, profession, nationality, race, thought, creed, religion, social status or birth, or physical or mental disability. We endeavor to provide our passionate and entrepreneurial workers with equal opportunities for career development and continuous personal growth.
- 2.6 Appropriate management of working hours and wages
- We shall appropriately manage working hours and pay wages, salaries and remuneration in compliance with relevant labor-related laws and regulations.
- 2.7 Occupational Health オンライン カジノ やり方afety and wellness management
- We will ensure a vibrant working environment and promote the wellness of workers and others by giving consideration to their safety, health and living conditions.
3. Environmental Protection
- 3.1 Climate change mitigation and adaptation
- We will promote the protection of the global environment and creation of environmental value by implementing climate change mitigation and adaptation measures. Through the provision of products オンライン カジノ やり方ervices in the renewable energy field, we will promote the widespread use of clean energy through contributing to the transition to a decarbonized society and the achievement of carbon neutrality.
- 3.2 Disaster resilience
- In preparation for emergencies such as disasters, we will develop a crisis management system, including the formulation of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP). In the event of a disaster, we will strive to ensure the continuity of operations and recovery from disasters by taking actions that place the highest priority on human life while avoiding confusion and maintaining appropriate procurement through the accurate assessment of a situation and prompt and precise instructions.
- 3.3 Reduction of environmental impact and effective use of resources
- We will strive to reduce environmental impact by promoting resource and energy conservation, decarbonization and low-carbonization, resource circulation, harmonization with nature, and green purchasing across the value chain in recognition of the environmental footprint of our resource and energy consumption and waste generation. We will promote reduction, reuse, and recycling (3R) of resources and contribute to the creation of a circular economy.
- 3.4 Conservation of natural capital and biodiversity
- We will contribute to the conservation of natural capital, biodiversity and wetlands and to the realization of Nature Positive by practicing business activities that give consideration to harmonization with and the improvement of the global environment.
4. Information security
- 4.1 Protection of personal information and privacy
- We shall thoroughly manage personal information in accordance with relevant laws and regulations in order to avoid any breach of privacy.
- 4.2 Confidential information
- We shall protect the confidentiality of our own non-public information as well as that received from customers and third parties in accordance with applicable internal and other relevant rules. We shall not disclose confidential information to unauthorized persons or use confidential information except for the purpose of use.
- 4.3 Cyber security
- We will strive to take measures to ensure オンライン カジノ やり方trengthen cyber security オンライン カジノ やり方trive to prevent and mitigate damage.
5. Establishment of management system
- 5.1 Establishment of grievance mechanism
- We endeavor to establish, operate, and continuously improve grievance mechanisms available to workers of our own and of our business partners.
- 5.2 Public disclosure and communication
- We endeavor to enhance communication with stakeholders through accurate and timely disclosures of information and engagement with business partners.
Adopted on March 2, 2023
