Overview
Ricoh’s approach to environmental sustainability goes far beyond compliance or corporate social responsibility — it is a core pillar of the company’s long-term strategy. Ricoh envisions a future where business growth and environmental stewardship go hand in hand, and it has positioned itself as a global leader in promoting a low-carbon, circular, and nature-positive economy.
With an ambitious commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, Ricoh is setting industry benchmarks for sustainable business.
Sustainability Vision: “Environmental Management”
Ricoh’s environmental philosophy is built on the principle of achieving a sustainable society through a balance of Planet, People, and Profit (the “Three Ps Balance”). The company’s environmental management strategy is grounded in:
Reducing environmental impact across the product lifecycle
Creating environmental value for customers through innovation
Collaborating with partners and stakeholders for collective impact
Key Environmental Goals & Targets
✅ Net-Zero by 2050
Ricoh aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2050, in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Mid-term goal: 63% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 (vs. 2015)
Full alignment with the 1.5°C target under the Paris Agreement
✅ 100% Renewable Electricity (RE100 Member)
Ricoh is the first Japanese company to join the RE100, committing to source 100% of its electricity from renewable energy by 2050.
Achieved 100% renewable energy at all major sites in Europe
Installed solar panels and entered power purchase agreements (PPAs) globally
✅ Resource Conservation & Circular Economy
Ricoh embraces the 3Rs — Reduce, Reuse, Recycle — to promote resource efficiency.
Design of long-life, recyclable, and remanufacturable products
Toner cartridge collection and reuse programs
“GreenLine” refurbished product series
Sustainable Product Design & Green Technologies
Ricoh integrates eco-friendly principles at every stage of product development:
Energy-efficient printers with low TEC (Typical Electricity Consumption)
Use of bioplastics and recycled materials
Smart energy-saving technologies like Quick Start-up (QSU) fusing systems
Zero-waste manufacturing processes in several facilities
The company also labels its most sustainable products with the Ricoh GreenLine mark.
Biodiversity & Ecosystem Protection
Ricoh actively supports biodiversity through:
Ecosystem conservation projects in Asia, Africa, and South America
Forest restoration and watershed protection efforts
Education programs in collaboration with local communities and NGOs
Global Environmental Programs & Certifications
Ricoh’s environmental efforts are globally recognized:
ISO 14001 certifications across its production sites
Ranked on CDP Climate Change A List multiple times
Named in Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) and FTSE4Good Index
Member of international initiatives like the UN Global Compact and Responsible Business Alliance
Customer Engagement & Sustainable Services
Ricoh empowers its customers to reduce their own environmental footprint through:
Eco-friendly Managed Print Services (MPS) that optimize device usage
Carbon-balanced printing services
Tools for monitoring and reducing print-related CO₂ emissions
Sustainability consulting and reporting support
Key Achievements So Far
42% reduction in total GHG emissions since 2015
Over 10 million toner cartridges collected and recycled worldwide
Increased use of recycled plastics across hardware
Major European operations running on 100% renewable energy
Conclusion: Business as a Force for Good
Ricoh’s environmental commitment is not just about regulatory compliance — it’s about redefining what responsible business looks like in the 21st century. Through science-based targets, technological innovation, and stakeholder collaboration, Ricoh is proving that profitability and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.
By leading the way in climate action, resource conservation, and green innovation, Ricoh inspires both its industry peers and customers to move toward a more sustainable future.
