![[Image] Six assessment points for the approval of Super Eco-Factories & Offices](/environment/showcase/speco_factory/six_items/images/thumb01.gif)
Super Eco-Factories & Offices are assessed on their environmental activities in six areas, such as promotion of energy saving, and effective use of resources. They are leading environment-conscious factories and offices that are recognized for attaining the top class in their industries for environmental efficiency and reduction of environmental burden.
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Energy usage efficiency must be at least six times higher than the mandatory level required by law*.
* The Act on the Rational Use of Energy
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The amount of landfill disposal of waste (final disposal) must be an extremely low proportion of the amount of waste generated.
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Atmospheric emission of VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds, an atmospheric pollutant) must be an extremely small proportion of the amount used.
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The reuse or advanced treatment of water used in manufacturing processes must bring the recirculating water usage rate to a very high level.
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The amount of renewable energy, such as wind and solar power generation, used must be at least a set proportion of the total power used in the factory or office.
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Diligent activity, unique efforts and technologies must attain high targets or win high regard from outside the company, in the form of awards etc.
Super Eco-factories & Offices Certified sites
