KYOCERA Document Solutions
Our Commitment to ESG in Europe
Sustainability is embedded in how Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management operates, innovates, and partners. Our ESG initiatives across Europe demonstrate how environmental responsibility, social impact, and strong governance translate into meaningful outcomes for customers, employees, communities, and partners. These efforts support long-term resilience, compliance expectations, and responsible business growth.
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At Kyocera, we believe in creating lasting positive change for future generations and the world around us.
- Environmental
- Social
- Government
International recognition by TIME and Statista
Kyocera has been named among the world’s top 500 most sustainable businesses in 2024 by TIME in collaboration with Statista. This assessment was based on our CO2 emissions and use of clean energy.
Environmental Responsibility in Action
Reducing environmental impact through responsible operations and innovation.
- Resource & Energy Efficiency
- Waste Reduction & Recycling
- Sustainable Product & Packaging Efforts
- Climate & Emissions Awareness
Solar power installation for CO2 reductions
A new solar power generation system at our Vietnam plant is set to reduce CO2 emissions by 4,210 tons per year.
Social Impact & Community Engagement
Supporting people, communities and inclusive workplaces.
- Community Support Initiatives
- Employee Wellbeing & Inclusion
- Education & Skills Development
- Safe & Responsible Workplaces
Values-Based Community Partnership with France Judo
Since 2023, Kyocera Document Solutions France has partnered with France Judo as an official supplier, building a long-term collaboration rooted in shared values of respect, discipline, and inclusion. Through this partnership, France Judo is able to expand its programmes, including para-judo programmes and France Judo’s “1,000 dojos” project, which promotes access to sport in underprivileged neighbourhoods.
Empowering Youth Through Skills Development in South Africa
Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa has partnered with the Potters House vocational training centre since 2006 to support youth employment through practical xerography training. Based in Soweto, the programme equips young people with hands-on technical skills aligned to industry standards, creating clear pathways into employment. Over nearly two decades, more than 400 trainees have completed the programme, with many progressing into roles across the office automation and IT sectors.
Award-winning sustainable product packaging
Our colour A4 printer packaging has received the 2024 WorldStar award, recognising innovative design that reduces plastic use through pulp moulds and recycled corrugated materials as a further step in our commitment to sustainable product lifecycles.
Governance & Responsible Business
Strong governance frameworks supporting accountability and trust.
- Ethical Business Practices
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Information Security Governance
- Accountability & Oversight
How ESG Supports Our Customers and Partners
Our ESG activities are not standalone initiatives, they support operational reliability, compliance expectations, and responsible procurement standards. By embedding sustainability, security, and governance into how we operate, Kyocera helps customers and partners meet their own environmental, social, and regulatory commitments while maintaining performance and business continuity.
Continuing to Strengthen Our ESG Impact
Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management continues to evolve its ESG initiatives, building on existing programmes to enhance environmental performance, strengthen social impact, and maintain strong governance standards. These efforts support long-term value creation for customers, partners, employees, and communities.
- ESG at Kyocera in Europe
ESG refers to environmental, social, and governance initiatives integrated into operations, culture, and decision-making across Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management, supporting responsible business and long-term sustainability.
They support responsible procurement, sustainability targets, regulatory compliance, risk reduction, and long-term operational resilience while ensuring reliable and secure business partnerships.
European ESG activities align with Kyocera’s global sustainability principles while addressing regional priorities, regulations, and community needs across different markets.
Governance provides the structures, policies, and oversight that ensure ESG commitments are embedded in decision-making, compliance practices, and ethical business conduct.
Environmental initiatives include energy efficiency, waste reduction, sustainable packaging, resource optimisation, and efforts that contribute to lowering environmental impact across operations and products.
ESG principles influence product design, lifecycle considerations, and packaging improvements, supporting reduced material use, recyclability, and environmental performance.
Structured governance, environmental management systems, and security frameworks help organisations meet evolving regulatory expectations and procurement requirements.
Yes. Governance and security management frameworks ensure that data protection, risk management, and responsible information handling are integral to business operations.
They demonstrate stability, accountability, and responsible management, helping partners and customers align with a provider committed to sustainable and ethical operations.
Employees participate in community programmes, sustainability initiatives, and workplace wellbeing efforts that strengthen social responsibility across European operations.
Yes. Local teams across Europe take part in community support activities, charitable programmes, and social initiatives that create positive local impact.
By integrating environmental management, governance oversight, and security practices, ESG frameworks help reduce compliance, environmental, and operational risks.
ESG credentials demonstrate responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship, and governance standards that align with modern procurement and ESG evaluation criteria.
Yes. ESG efforts evolve alongside regulatory changes, stakeholder expectations, and organisational priorities, ensuring continued relevance and effectiveness.
Additional information is available through Kyocera’s sustainability resources, regional initiatives, and corporate responsibility communications.