Toshiba Tec Response to the circular economy

To efficiently use resources, we work on the reduction of the total amount of generated wastes, by recycling and other methods.

Minimizing total amount of generated wastes

To efficiently use resources, we work on the reduction of the total amount of generated wastes. We also visit recycling bases in Japan, directly assess the processing status, and are striving to improve communication with them to increase recycling rates. In fiscal 2024, the amount of generated wastes decreased significantly, mainly due to the impact of business integration and transfer.

Total amount of generated wastes and final disposal at Toshiba Tec Group in FY2024

Total amount of generated wastes and final disposal at Toshiba Tec Group in FY2024 (118KB – PDF format)pdf

Approach by Each Site

Continuous collection of E-wastes

Toshiba Tec Singapore Pte. Ltd.

A system in which end-of-use electric appliances can be collected at any time has been established in cooperation with authorized processors. We also ask suppliers to cooperate in setting up collection boxes to promote circular economy.

Reduction of wood pallets

Toshiba Tec Singapore Pte Ltd.

We replaced wooden pallets with reusable plastic pallets or cage carts.

Efficient use of resources

PT TEC INDONESIA

The company utilizes waste lumber to repair canteen equipment, as part of its efforts to make good use of resources.

Toner Cartridge Recycling Project

Toshiba Tec Singapore Pte Ltd.

We have started activity contributing to recycling of toner cartridges used in-house since 2009.

Employees collect end-of-use cartridges and put into the collection box for recycling.

Recycling of waste printed circuit boards

PT TEC INDONESIA

We made design changes to printed circuit boards, making it easier than before to separate waste and valuables, and resulting in an increase in value.

Information exchange with the recycler

Toshiba Tec Corporation, Shizuoka Business Center

We observed the disassembly process of end-of-use products and exchanged opinions with our recycler.

Disassembly and separation of waste by type

We separate and discharge waste, which is discharged from each workplace, by type at Shizuoka Business Center.

Waste is disassembled and separated as much as possible, and reduced in volume, compressed and crushed at the Eco Station (final waste collection point). In this way, substances, which were previously discharged as industrial waste, can currently be recycled as valuable substances, achieving significant results in waste cost reduction and resource recycling. At the Mishima site, we are also using a system to automatically weigh the amount of waste discharged from each division by type, enabling more real-time management.

Full view of Eco Station

Separation/collection

Styrofoam volume reduction system

Blocks after volume reduction

Efficiently using water

Of the water we receive, only a small amount is used in the manufacturing process, while most of it is used for daily needs including toilets, canteen, and company dormitories. Our water usage remained relatively stable until FY2023. In FY2024, the amount of water received reduced significantly, mainly due to the impact of business integration and transfer. We have been encouraging our employees to save water through posters and other means.

Approach by Each Site

Use of rainwater

PT TEC INDONESIA

Reduction in water consumption contributes to cost reduction and biodiversity. Because we are located in a high annual rainfall zone, we keep rainwater in a storage tank and use it for sprinkling and cleaning the floors outside.