Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (MEL) 1999年CSR报告「LSE」.pdf

1、 19 9 9 Environmental ReportNot until near the dawning of the 21st century did humankind realize that the mass production,mass consumption and mass waste disposal resultant of 20th century socio-economic expansion were,in principle,destroying the natural environment that sustains all life as we know

2、 it.The amount of damage surpassed the natural recycling capabilities of the Earths ecosystem:Humankind exceeded the limits of sustainable development.One means of contributing to environmental preservation is to improve the cycle by which resources are used in society.By creating an awareness that

3、causes all members of society to make more efficient use of limited natural resources,the level of negative environmental impact can be reduced.The Mitsubishi Electric Group is a strong proponent of this action.Mitsubishi Electric made public its Environmental Plan in 1993.In addition to previous en

4、vironmental protection measures introduced by the company to save resources,this new plan confirmed a company-wide commitment to promote energy savings and recycling,reduce wastes,and improve chemical substance control(including reductions in use).All of the companys manufacturing sites are ISO 1400

5、1 certified.A recent affirmation to the companys environmental efforts is the completion and opening of a recycling plant for home electronics and office automation products in May 1999.In addition to operating as a recycling station,product and materials data are being compiled and utilized to deve

6、lop more environmentally friendly product designs.Mitsubishi Electric has a long history of developing and manufacturing products that both serve the public and help preserve the environment.Examples include water treatment equipment and manufacturing systems that utilize original high-concentration