Protecting the Environment
What is the eco-ICT Mark?
The eco-ICT Mark is a certification symbol established by the ICT Ecology Guideline Council of Japan.
Telecommunication service providers are permitted to display the eco-ICT Mark and widely publicize their commitment to conducting proper environmental activities, according to the status of their environmental activities, after performing a careful self-assessment of CO2 emission reductions and other environmental activities.
The NTT Communications Group participates in eco-ICT Mark initiatives.
Self-Assessment Checklist for CO2 Emission Reduction Efforts by Telecommunication Service Providers
Telecommunication service provider: NTT Communications Corporation
[Mandatory items]
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| Preparation of a voluntary ecological action plan | 1 | Has a voluntary ecological action plan stipulating various efforts directed at reducing CO2 emissions been created and is it being executed? | The NTT Communications Group has formulated and implemented a primary action plan for the Group's environmental protection activities that targets a reduction in environmental impact, including CO2 emissions reductions, as well as waste disposal and paper consumption reductions. ·CSR Report 2012 (Basic Philosophy and Environmental Management/Green ICT Vision 2020/Fiscal 2011 Results and Fiscal 2012 Targets) |
| 2 | Does the voluntary ecological action plan include specific measures stipulating numerical CO2 emissions reduction targets? | We have set numerical targets for fiscal 2020 to help prevent global warming as we conduct concrete initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions. ·CSR Report 2012 (Basic Philosophy and Environmental Management/Green ICT Vision 2020/Fiscal 2011 Results and Fiscal 2012 Targets) |
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| 3 | In order to raise ecological awareness, is the voluntary ecological action plan documented and disseminated internally and outside the company? Also, does the company carry out activities to inform and educate its employees? Is the company working to raise ecological awareness? | NTT Communications discloses the voluntary ecological action plan both internally and outside the company through its CSR Report and corporate website. At the same time, we aggregate and disclose ('make visible') monthly data on actual electricity and paper consumption in our workplaces as well as on waste disposal. By keeping the company members informed in these ways, NTT Communications continuously strives to educate its employees. In addition, NTT Communications encourages participation in study sessions held by the NTT Group for environmental personnel through the Environmental Protection Framework of the NTT Communications Group (http://www.ntt.com/csr_e/report2012/data/en_management.html) and other forums. The goal is to enhance employees' environmental knowledge and awareness. |
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| 4 | Does the company disclose information about the implementation of activities and achievement of targets set forth in its voluntary ecological action plan, along with data such as CO2 emission reductions? | NTT Communications discloses information about the implementation of activities and the extent of achievement of its targets both internally and outside the company through its CSR Report and corporate website. ·CSR Report 2012 (Basic Philosophy and Environmental Management/Green ICT Vision 2020/Fiscal 2011 Results and Fiscal 2012 Targets) |
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| Efforts relating to procurement | 5 | In regard to ICT equipment and data center services, has the company prepared a procurement standard that takes energy conservation into consideration? Is procurement carried out in accordance with the standard? | We have formulated the NTT Communications Guidelines for Green Procurement based on the NTT Group Energy Efficiency Performance Guidelines. By following these green procurement guidelines, we are promoting the procurement of energy efficient ICT equipment. ·NTT Group Energy Efficiency Performance Guidelines http://www.ntt.co.jp/kankyo/management/img/energy/guidelinever3_e.pdf ·CSR Report 2012 (Basic Philosophy and Environmental Management/Guidelines for Green Procurement) |
| 6 | Is the company cognizant of energy conservation in procuring office equipment, supplies and logistics (e.g., green purchasing)? | We conduct green purchasing in the form of applying the NTT Communications Guidelines for Green Procurement to the purchases of business equipment used in our offices, including the procurement of eco-friendly office paper, among other items. ·CSR Report 2012 (Basic Philosophy and Environmental Management/Guidelines for Green Procurement) |
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| Promotion regime | 7 | In relation to efforts to reduce CO2 emissions, has the company assigned a person or department to be responsible for such matters? | In an effort to reduce CO2 emissions, we have established the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Working Group within the Global Environmental Protection Sub-committee, whose secretariat is the Environmental Protection Office. Using this structure, we are conducting company-wide CO2 emission reduction activities. ·CSR Report 2012 (Environmental Management Structure/ Environmental Protection Framework) |
| 8 | Is there a regime in place using internal audits or other means to keep appropriate track of the implementation of measures and achievement of targets set forth in the voluntary ecological action plan? | The Global Environmental Protection Sub-committee convenes twice a year, in principle, to review the overall activities of each working group, which have been set up by environmental theme, as well as share information. Furthermore, we have obtained the ISO 14001 environmental management system certification, and implement internal audits once a year. At the same time, we continuously improve environmental management systems through reviews by external agencies and through renewal of our ISO 14001 certification. ·CSR Report 2012 (Environmental Management Structure/ Environmental Protection Framework) |
[Recommended items]
| Assessment items | Implementation, measures taken | ||
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| Other ecological activities | 9 | Are ecological-friendly efforts being made other than activities to save energy? | NTT Communications is using renewable energy including solar power at its data centers and telecommunications buildings while at the same time introducing rooftop gardens and green walls in an effort to mitigate the "heat island" effect. Recognizing the importance of biodiversity conservation, the Company is also reusing water and undertaking a variety of measures both in Japan and overseas with the aim of preserving vegetation and the environment in general. ·CSR Report 2012 (Preventing Global Warming/ Biodiversity Conservation) http://www.ntt.com/csr_e/report2012/data/en_load.html http://www.ntt.com/csr_e/report2012/data/en_biodiversity.html ·CSR Report 2012 (Special Feature on the Environment) |
| 10 | Is the company involved in ecological preservation activities in collaboration with local communities? | We conduct various environmental protection activities in collaboration with local NPOs and other local community members. Projects include rice terrace revitalization in Chichibu, clean-up activities on Mt. Fuji and forest revitalization activities. ·Contributing to Society Environmental Protection |
