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FY2013FY2017FY2018FY2019FY2013 figure = 100%FY2020FY2021FY2022FY2030(plan)HighlightWe also focus on the introduction of photovoltaic power generation systems for Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3 Production Division10097.2 94.5 100%85.4 50%0%79.6 81.6 60.3 45.7 captive consumption, introducing them to the Tatsuno Plant, Kumagaya Plant, Doi Plant and Komatsushima Plant in FY2022. An annual reduction of 1,000 t-CO2 is expected. We have completed the introduction of this system at almost all production bases in Japan, and we will continue to introduce it as much as possible. Other than the above, we have implemented various measures for the reduction of CO2 emissions such as a review of production processes, renovation of the exhaust heat recovery method, introduction of highly efficient boilers, and stopping the use of solvents.Formulating a Capital Expenditure Plan in Line with the Long-term VisionRecognizing the reduction of CO2 emissions as materiality, the LINTEC Group implements various measures from the aspect of production facilities, and formulates and promotes capital expenditure plans on a global scale, including overseas Group companies, in line with the medium-term business plan under the long-term vision “LSV 2030.” As for “LSV 2030 - Stage 1 (FY2021 to FY2023),” we plan to invest approximately 8.8 billion yen in the introduction of photovoltaic power generation systems for captive consumption and the improvement of various production facilities, totaling approximately 19.5 billion yen up to FY2030, the final year of “LSV 2030 - Stage 3.” And, together with the reduction of emissions, we are also considering pursuing cost-effectiveness as a company.Introduction of New Facilities in FY2022CO2 emissions for FY2022 in the entire LINTEC Group were 177,928 t-CO2, a decrease of 39.7% compared to FY2013. A large volume of CO2 in particular is discharged in the drying process of the paper machine when specialty paper is made. As a result of the introduction of a shoe press at the Kumagaya Plant (Saitama Prefecture), the main production base, and a sizer at the Mishima Plant (Ehime Prefecture), it is expected that both energy use and CO2 emissions will be further reduced.Toward the Achievement of Our GoalsIn FY2023, the final year of “LSV 2030 - Stage 1,” we will review and optimize the plan by examining the actual quantity reduced and conducting interviews at each plant with the aim of putting into practice more effective reduction measures toward Stages 2 and 3. In parallel with the above, we are considering countermeasures to prevent in advance the increase in emissions as a result of energy saving through “scrap and build,” which is to be implemented at plants in the future, and innovation of production processes for the purpose of higher quality, higher efficiency and labor-saving. We also plan to realize carbon neutrality at some plants prior to achieving the goals in FY2030. Going forward, we will proactively implement LINTEC’s group-wide concerted efforts to respond to rising demands.■ Implement the plans with expected cost reduction effects, such as introduction of photovoltaic power generation systems for captive consumption and ■ Facilities planning to enable unified management (visualization) by promoting digitalization of utility-related fields■ Realize the plans taking into consideration the increase in CO2 emissions due to implementation of the restructuring plan and the amount of CO2 (FY2021 to FY2023)■ Promotion of the plans for the introduction of gas cogeneration systems, which is an ongoing agenda item due to the need to switch to city gas and (FY2024 to FY2026)■ Pay close attention to information and consider moving toward the shift to new fuels such as methanation and hydrogen.■ Optimize the balance of energy with a view to switching from solar power generation (selling electricity for 20 years) to a self-consumption type.(FY2027 to FY2029)exhaust heat boilers to regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) facilities in addition to sizer*1 and shoe press*2.emissions reduction as a result of the energy-saving plan (a reduction of 1.0%).other reasons, and the introduction of direct-fired boilers to treat all volatile organic compounds (VOC).■ Promote green electric power contracts while confirming the power price and power emission factors.necessary) shortens drying time, which helps reduce energy usage the dry process.Photovoltaic panels introduced at the Kumagaya PlantActual reduction of CO2 emissions by the LINTEC Group*1 Sizer: Equipment for lightweight coating (applies chemicals to the surface of the sheet as *2 Shoe press: Equipment capable of squeezing more water out of the sheet than before, This helps increase dehydration efficiency and reduce energy usage in the drying process.Koumei TerakawaProduction Division20Initiatives for Reduction of CO2 EmissionsAs one of the key initiatives of the long-term vision “LSV 2030” is to “Solve social issues,” the LINTEC Group is dedicated to initiatives for the environment, making group-wide concerted efforts. In this highlight, let me explain some initiatives that are being conducted by the Production, Research and Sales Divisions concerning measures to reduce CO2 emissions aiming at achieving “carbon neutrality” by 2050, and “curbing the release of volatile organic compounds (VOC) into the atmosphere (zero by 2030).”

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