[ Basic Philosophy ]
The APEX group recognizes environmental conservation as a common global issue, working to conserve the environment and living based on the principle of harmony with the environment.
[ Basic Policies ]
As a member of the vending machine operator industry, the APEX Group works to coexisting with a rich natural environment while contributing to a sustainable society. |

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We precisely grasp our business activities, products, and services for their impact on the environment, regularly revising environmental management and endeavoring to the prevention of pollution.
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Working with national and local authorities, we adhere to applicable environmental impact regulations and other requirements. |
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We prioritize the following in implementing environment conservation:
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Preventing global warming and resource depletion through reduced energy consumption by actively implementing low-energy-consumption vending machines and using vehicle fuel effectively. |
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Reducing the burden of machines on the environment by factoring in low-energy consumption, lightweight machines, recycling after machine disposal, and the use of non-ozone depleting coolants in vending machine design and development. |
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Preserving forest resources by using paper cups made from non-wood materials and reducing business-related paper waste. |
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Contributing to a recycling society by recycling drink containers and reducing waste. |
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Recovering and reusing coolants from vending machines to protect the ozone layer. |
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Implementing comprehensive environmental activities and updating and upgrading operations. |
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Taking an active part in environmental beautification of our surroundings and local society. |
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Openly disclosing our environmental policies to the public. |
January 1,2008
Apex Corporation
Kichihei Mori, President & CEO |

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