Sustainability Month Is Underway

2026/09/30

Sustainability Month Is Underway

At the IDEC Group, October is designated each year as Sustainability Month, providing an opportunity for every employee to take ownership of sustainability and turn that awareness into meaningful action.

The theme for 2026 is:
“Step Forward for Better Quality and a Better World.”

Quality is the foundation of the IDEC Group's manufacturing excellence and the starting point for building trust with our customers and society. To further strengthen our quality culture, we have established the “10 Quality Golden Rules,” a common set of behavioral principles shared across the Group. These guidelines will be rolled out globally throughout Sustainability Month.

In addition, we will carry out a variety of initiatives across our domestic and overseas group companies, deepening engagement with diverse stakeholders, including employees, local communities, NGOs, and international organizations, while contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.

Global Event: Walking Challenge 2026

Period: October 1 to October 31, 2026

Participants: IDEC Group companies worldwide

Overview: A global walking event designed to promote employee well-being and social contribution.

During the challenge, the IDEC Group will donate JPY 1 for every 1,000 steps walked by participating employees to Care International Japan, an international development NGO. This initiative connects each employee's daily steps not only to healthier lifestyles but also to efforts that help address social challenges around the world.

Sustainability Actions Across Our Global Locations

Country / Region	Location	Activity
Japan	IDEC Headquarters	1. Community Clean-Up: Participating in a clean-up activity along the Yodo River, carrying forward the spirit of the “Future Ocean Project” conducted in China and Taiwan. Through this initiative, we express our gratitude to the local community while contributing to environmental conservation and a cleaner city. 2. Sustainable Lunch Program: The headquarters cafeteria will offer special menu items featuring ASC-certified ingredients produced with consideration for environmental and social responsibility. Through the TFT (Table For Two) program, each meal purchased also supports the donation of one school meal to a child in a developing country.
Japan	Amagasaki Plant / IDEC AUTO-ID SOLUTIONS	Employees will collect plastic bottle caps from their households and donate them to an NPO, promoting recycling and supporting medical assistance programs in developing countries.
Japan	IDEC Factory Solutions	Employees will collect aluminum can pull tabs at the workplace. The recycled materials will be converted into wheelchairs and donated to welfare facilities, supporting both resource circulation and social contribution.
China	Suzhou IDEC Electric Co., Ltd.	Employees will participate in an environmental activity that combines walking with community litter collection. Recreational activities such as environmental quizzes will also be held to encourage employee engagement, strengthen environmental awareness, contribute to the local community, and foster teamwork.
Taiwan	Taiwan IDEC Corporation	Employees and their family members will take part in volunteer activities at Shoushan Zoo in Kaohsiung. The event will also encourage participation in the Animal Sponsorship Program, helping cultivate a spirit of love and compassion while contributing to local communities and environmental conservation.
United States	IDEC CORPORATION (USA)	The Sustainability Passport Challenge will encourage employees to engage in sustainable actions such as walking, waste reduction, and community volunteer activities. Participants will earn points through their actions, promoting greater awareness and behavioral change through friendly competition.

Through the proactive actions of each employee, the IDEC Group will continue strengthening its connections with the environment, society, and local communities. Together, we will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society while enhancing the Group's long-term corporate value.