Ricoh's Drive for a Circular Economy

Reducing Waste and Promoting
Reuse since 1976

Reducing Waste and Promoting Reuse since 1976

In 1976, Ricoh established the Environmental Promotion Section, which set them apart as one of the earliest companies to have a department dedicated exclusively to addressing environmental issues. This early move demonstrates their commitment to environmental sustainability, which has been a core part of the company's ethos since founder, Kiyoshi Ichimura, set out the three loves: love your neighbour, love your country, love your work.

Since 1994, Ricoh's dedication to sustainability has been embodied by the Comet Circle, a unique circular economy model. The Comet Circle promotes reusing parts and recycling materials, not just within Ricoh, but across our entire supply chain. This approach ensures a closed-loop system that minimises waste and maximises resource efficiency.

ESG in action: aligning organisation practices with UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2020, Ricoh strengthened their commitment to sustainability with the Ricoh Group Plastic Policy. This policy emphasises reducing the use of virgin plastics and increasing the proportion of recycled materials in Ricoh's products. By embracing recyclable, reusable, and reduced-plastic products, Ricoh are decreasing waste and promoting a greener economy at every stage of a product’s lifecycle.

Ricoh's ESG strategy is based on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set out by the United Nations in 2015 to address key social and environmental issues. As Ricoh lead the charge toward a sustainable future, they remain committed to driving global standards for eco-conscious print, managed print, and automation services, one innovation at a time.