Asahi Kasei's Vision
for Sustainability

The Asahi Kasei Group is contributing to life and living for people worldwide. We strive for two mutually reinforcing aspects of Sustainability: "contributing to a sustainable society" and "sustainable growth of corporate value." By creating value for "contributing to a sustainable society," we seek to gain high earnings that lead to "sustainable growth of corporate value, "enabling us to make further contributions in a virtuous cycle.

Asahi Kasei's Corporate Sustainability Policy

To achieve Asahi Kasei's vision of sustainable manufacturing processes, the Asahi Kasei Group must pursue optimal corporate governance while also practicing the following:

Value Creation through Contribution to a Sustainable Society

  • Resolving issues for People and the Earth through our high-value-added businesses (Care for People, Care for Earth)
  • Leveraging our strengths of diversity and capability to change for the creation of value (Connect, Communication, Challenge)

Responsible Business Activities

  • Complying with laws/regulations and respecting international standards regarding business activities (Compliance)
  • Prioritizing ESH (environment, safety, and health), human rights, and quality assurance throughout all of our activities
  • Performing appropriate information disclosure and dialogue with our stakeholders

Empowerment of Personnel

  • Respecting diversity and inclusion
  • Encouraging each employee’s growth, performance, and challenging spirit

Our Environmentally Friendly Products

Bemliese™

Bemliese™ is the only spunbond nonwoven of its kind in the world. Made only in Japan, the result of cotton linter formed into an outstanding 100% biodegradable product through superior processes and technologies that contribute to environmental preservation.

ECORISE™

ECORISE™ is an environmentally friendly 100% plant-based spunbond nonwoven. It offers outstanding performance and composability, which is good for both the planet and its people.