Epson Europe has released its FY24/25 ESG/Sustainability Report, highlighting significant milestones in its sustainability journey, including external validation of its decarbonization pathway underscoring the company’s serious commitment to achieving net zero by 2050.

This recognition sets Epson apart, demonstrating focused action and transparent accountability in creating measurable environmental impact.

Key highlights include:

• Epson’s goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050 has received formal validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

• Epson Group company, Epson Atmix, has expanded its circular manufacturing into Europe to meet the demand for high-quality recycled metal powders.

• Epson has achieved EcoVadis Platinum status and been named a sustainability leader in Quocirca’s 2024 Sustainability Vendor Landscape.

“Sustainability is not simply a goal, it’s a continuous journey that demands innovation, strategic foresight, and collaboration across the entire value chain,” Boris Manev, CSR director, Epson Europe, says. “Epson is committed to redefining what responsible technology and logistics look like in a rapidly evolving world.

“By embracing circular manufacturing, pioneering water-saving printing technologies, and transforming supply chain decarbonization, Epson is actively shaping a future where business growth and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. These efforts reflect a deep responsibility to lead by example and drive systemic change towards a carbon-negative economy by 2050.”

Validated Path to Net-Zero by 2050

This year, Epson secured official validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets, committing to achieve a carbon-negative footprint by 2050. The company aims to reduce total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% within this timeframe. These science-based goals represent a transformative shift, focusing on eliminating reliance on underground resources and fundamentally reshaping Epson’s entire value chain for a more sustainable future.

In addition to SBTi validation, Epson’s sustainability efforts have also been recognized by EcoVadis, which awarded the company a Platinum rating for its comprehensive environmental, social, and governance practices.

Epson has also achieved a leading position in the QuoCirca Sustainability Index, reflecting its strong performance across key sustainability metrics. These independent validations reinforce Epson’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continual improvement on its path to net-zero and responsible business practices.

Reducing Emissions Across the Supply Chain

Building on progress made over the past year, Epson continues to advance its partnership with Maersk to decarbonize its supply chain. Through Maersk’s ECO Delivery Ocean program, Epson has significantly increased its anticipated container volume shipped using low-carbon fuels such as green methanol and biodiesel. This shift reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 82%, cutting CO2-equivalent emissions by up to 230 tons in the first year alone.

In addition to shipping initiatives, Epson has made significant strides in optimizing its delivery network through the expansion of its Asia Direct delivery model. This approach ships products directly from its Asia manufacturing sites to customers, bypassing its central warehouse in Europe. Deliveries using this direct shipping method more than doubled in FY24, compared to FY23, improving supply chain efficiency, and reducing transportation emissions.

Circular Manufacturing and Sustainable Fashion

Epson continues to lead sustainability efforts through innovation that supports circular manufacturing and resource efficiency.

Following the completion of its state-of-the-art metal recycling facility in Japan, Epson Atmix, a group company, has expanded its sales presence into Europe to meet the rising demand for high-quality metal powders. The facility recycles used metals from Epson’s operations and the wider community to produce the metal powders which serve as raw materials for advanced manufacturing.

Meanwhile, Epson’s Monna Lisa digital printing technology offers the potential to transform the fashion industry by drastically reducing water consumption in textile dyeing. This innovative technology cuts water use by up to 97% and enables on-demand production that tackles critical environmental issues such as water scarcity.

By helping brands produce only what is needed without excess inventory or overproduction, Monna Lisa supports a more sustainable and resource-efficient production model.