Yamada America Environmental Policy

At Yamada America, we wholeheartedly prioritize the environment. Together with our dedicated staff, we consistently strive to offer services that respect our world, aiming to reduce our environmental footprint. Recognizing our inherent responsibility, we are dedicated to upholding commendable environmental practices that benefit our community, employees, and esteemed customers. We are continuously enhancing our environmental initiatives and ardently demonstrate our commitment to environmental principles.

Our Sustainable Business Practices:

1. Safety & Health: Ensure a secure, healthy workspace for Yamada employees and contractors, bolstered by regular training and accessibility to safety and emergency tools.
2. Responsive Action: Swiftly address any harmful conditions we might create that could jeopardize the well-being or environment of our stakeholders and the community.
3. Reducing Environmental Impact: Always work to lessen the environmental effects of our operations and integrate environmental perspectives in our business choices when apt.
4. Conscious Procurement: Account for environmental factors when acquiring goods and services, wherever feasible.
5. Waste Management: Actively explore and adopt waste programs that emphasize eco-friendly disposal methods.
6. Handling Hazardous Materials: Ensure any hazardous substances within our premises are dealt with in compliance with relevant legal standards.
7. Promote Green Behavior: Foster an eco-aware culture, advocating for mindful resource utilization.
8. Continual Enhancement: Consistently better our environmental strategies and set attainable progress targets.

Green Facility and Construction Practices:

Yamada America is proud of its comprehensive recycling and waste management policies:

• Mixed-use office recycling
• Secure document shredding and recycling
• Sustainable food waste disposal
• Donations of reusable furniture
• Pallet recycling
• Cardboard, scrap metal, and plastic recycling

Moreover, we've adopted advanced facility management solutions:

• Opting for high-efficiency HVAC systems and controls
• Integrating high-performance insulation
• Utilizing efficient LED lighting with motion sensors
• Harnessing natural light through daylight harvesting techniques
• Installing water-saving plumbing fixtures
• Encouraging remote work to minimize transportation-related emissions.