Received the Governor’s Commendation in the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Measures Category (SME Division) at the Award Ceremony

Yamaichi Metal Co., Ltd. has been awarded the Governor’s Commendation in the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Measures Category (SME Division), a recognition presented by Shizuoka Prefecture to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the prevention of global warming.

The award ceremony was held on February 7 at the Shizuoka Prefectural Government Office, where Yamaichi Metal was formally presented with the certificate of commendation.

Also featured in the Nikkan Sangyo Shimbun and the Shizuoka Shimbun newspapers.

An article titled “Yamaichi Metal Receives Shizuoka Governor’s Commendation for Global Warming Prevention Measures” was published in the Nikkan Sangyo Shimbun on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

*Published with permission from the Media Creation Department, IT Business Bureau, Sangyo Shimbunsha.*

*Published with permission from the Editorial Research Department, Shizuoka Shimbunsha.*

The article provides a detailed overview of Yamaichi Metal’s efforts to introduce non-fossil value electricity through off-site PPAs and its broader initiatives to reduce CO₂ emissions. It also highlights how sustainable corporate activities are being recognized as part of Shizuoka Prefecture’s broader environmental policy framework.

Future Outlook

Yamaichi Metal will take this award as encouragement to further advance its efforts toward reducing environmental impact and realizing a sustainable society.

Takeyuki Oga, Executive Director of Yamaichi Metal (left); President Oga (center); and Katsuhiko Nakamura, Director (right)

Yamaichi Metal will continue to drive technological innovation aimed at achieving zero CO₂ emissions and expanding the use of recycled aluminum, while deepening collaboration with local communities to help create a future in harmony with the environment.

We invite you to stay tuned for Yamaichi Metal’s ongoing efforts toward environmental sustainability.

(Note) An Off-site PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) is a contract for purchasing electricity from power generation facilities located off-site, separate from the consumer’s premises. It is gaining attention as a method for utilizing renewable energy and reducing CO₂ emissions.

For more details on the Governor’s Commendation Award Ceremony and information about other recipients besides our company, please see the related content below.

Yamaichi Metal Receives Governor’s Commendation in the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Measures Category

Also featured in the Nikkan Sangyo Shimbun and the Shizuoka Shimbun newspapers.

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