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Green Management Vision and Mid-term Goals
Vision and Slogan
Our green management strategy enables us to grow sustainably and invest in the future of both humanity and nature. Samsung Electronics established
its green management vision based on our underlying philosophy of helping to build a prosperous society and preserving the environment through
business activities that give due respect to people and nature. Our green management activities are reinforced under our slogan of ‘PlanetFirst.’
Green Management: Basic Philosophy, Vision, Slogan
Basic Philosophy
Vision
Slogan
Green Management Policies
Contribute to building a prosperous society and preserving the environment through business
activities that give due respect to people and nature based on the concept of reverence for life
Creating new value through eco-innovation
‘PlanetFirst’ represents Samsung Electronics’ commitment to sustainable development and
social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities.
Samsung Electronics is committed to leading the realization of a sustainable society. Through our green management activities,
we are contributing to the prosperity of humanity and the conservation of the natural environment.
Global Green Management System
Establish a top-class global green management system, ensure full
compliance of all environment safety and health regulations in all our
operation sites and enforce strict internal standards.
Life Cycle Responsibility for Products and Services
Take full responsibility for ensuring minimum environmental impact
and the highest safety in all stages of the product life cycle including
purchasing of parts/raw materials, development, manufacturing,
transfer, product use and end-of-life.
Green Manufacturing Process
Establish manufacturing processes that minimize the release of
greenhouse gas emissions and pollutants by employing bestavailable
clean manufacturing technologies that enable effi cient
resource and energy management.
Zero-Accident Green Operation Sites
Create recycling-centric production facilities and safe workplaces
where wastes are recycled and accident prevention measures are
implemented to ensure the health and safety of all employees.
Preservation of the Global Environment
Take actions to tackle climate change and protect local communities
as well as the global environment. Disclose green management
policies and achievements to both internal and external stakeholders.
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