Sustainability Topics (Society)

Nippon Sanso Holdings creates new value for society through innovative gas solutions, contributing to the development of all manner of industries and fostering more comfortable futures for humankind, for society, and for the earth. This aspiration is embodied in our Group Vision, shared by our employees and serving as motivation for the Group to work together for sustainability management. The Group engages in a wide variety of sustainability initiatives across the globe. We believe that working to help resolve issues for humankind, for society, and for the earth leads to higher levels of social value and economic value, while also enhancing the corporate value of the Nippon Sanso Holdings Group.

SocietyAsia & OceaniaImplementation of the Supagas LEDA Program

The objective of the Supagas LEDA Program is to enhance the individual capabilities of each employee by learning and practicing skills required for leadership. In this program, participants learn leadership skills through various training sessions, including watching videos, reading literature, and conducting self-assessments. By the end of the program, participants improve their EQ (Emotional Intelligence) as professionals capable of properly managing subordinates and boosting their motivation. Participants learn to heighten their self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and trustworthiness, which enables them to connect with others and build relationships that are inspiring and empowering.

Group photo of participants

SocietyThermosEducational Activities for Training Female Employees

We are expanding training for female employees to enhance their motivation toward career planning, dispel feelings of anxiety or resistance, and work toward creating a company where women can thrive with a sense of fulfillment.

Recent Activities

In January 2023, we conducted a career training session for female employees. Participants exchanged opinions about their own careers and achievements, and discussed current concerns and anxieties felt by female employees. Moving forward, we will continue our efforts to encourage the active participation of women, preparing a work environment where they can perform without feeling anxiety or resistance.
Educational Activities for Training Female Employees

SocietyWorldNSHD Group Social Contribution Initiatives

Our group is dedicated to local social contribution efforts aimed at enhancing community well-being.

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Tree Planting Initiatives Nikko tree planting activity: Tree saplings were planted around the Ashio Copper Mine in memory of our predecessors Taiyo Nissan. Japan
Nippon Gases Italia S.r.l. has commenced a green initiative, committing to plant trees every year for five years through its partnership with Treedom, the world’s first platform that facilitates remote tree planting and online tracking. The trees planted by Nippon Gases absorb CO2, improve air quality, reduce temperatures, and, by providing refuge and nourishment to a variety of species, enhance biodiversity. They also combat soil erosion through their roots. By planting the right tree in the right place for the right purpose, this initiative contributes to the achievement of Goal 10 of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Italy
We have created a second Nippon Gases Forest in Vieira de Leiria, where we planted approximately 1,000 species of trees native to the region. This initiative not only offsets several tons of CO2 emissions, but also contributes to the reforestation of land that was destroyed by fires, the enhancement of biodiversity for both flora and fauna species, and the revitalization of the region. Nippon Gases Euro-Holding guarantees the continual development of this forest over the next few years and will replant any trees that die or do not grow sufficiently. Portugal
Environmental preservation Cleaning while rafting activity::Trash was picked up along rivers while rafting down them with the aim of improving health while cleaning communities. Japan
Donation Initiatives To provide assistance to survivors of the major earthquake in Turkey and Syria, donations were made to UNICEF. Japan
World-famous “Mizuhoyama” project:NSHD’s Yamanashi business site donated to the Hokuto City Environmental Preservation Fund in order to pass down the abundance of nature to the next generation. Japan
Distribution of CHEMO Bags: MTG is a platinum sponsor for The CHEMO Bag Inc., which collaborates with local communities to provide gift bags (CHEMO Bags) filled with comforting items for men and women who are undergoing chemotherapy in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. United States
GAWDA Gives Back:MTG was a diamond-level donor for the 2022 GAWDA Gives Back campaign. Through this campaign, Alzheimer’s San Diego received donations. The mission of Alzheimer’s San Diego is to support those affected by dementia, combat prejudice, and support research. United States
Funding for The Children’s Hospital:
Supagas provided funding for the installation of two foldable guardian beds for medical use in the surgical and anesthesiology wards at The Children's Hospital at Westmead.
Australia
Donation to Refugee Support Organization:In April 2022, Nippon Gases Germany initiated a donation campaign among its employees to support the refugee aid organization Help e.V., which assists refugees who have fled from Ukraine to Moldova. This partnership with Help e.V. demonstrates our commitment to providing essential support and compassion to refugees, and to nurturing hope and resilience in these challenging times. Nippon Gases Germany’s donation matched the amount collected by its employees. Germany
Support for Local Food Distribution Center:Employees of MTG in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania held a food drive in support of Manna on Main Street, assisting their local community. Canned goods and preserved foods were donated by the employees. Manna on Main Street is an organization committed to ending hunger in the North Pennsylvania area by providing food, meeting social service and educational needs, and serving communities. United States
Donation to Charity Event:We participated in the nationwide Belgian charity event De Warmste Week (DWW), and made a donation. The theme for 2022 was poverty, and donations collected during the event were distributed to 270 nonprofit organisations/projects chosen by the DWW Fund. Belgium

SocietyJapanContribution to Healthy Longevity Using Stable Isotopes

The doubly labelled water (DLW) method is the only international standard method able to measure with high precision the amount of energy expenditure of a subject under free-living activities, using oxygen-18 and heavy water. Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation has supported the spread of DLW and researchers around the world through long-term supply of the stable isotopes (Water-18O and D2O). In 2021, the results of an international research project into energy expenditure supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency were reported in the prestigious global academic journal Science (August 13, 2021 edition), further highlighting this work.

SocietyEuropeSpanish Medical Equipment Manufacturer Joins Nippon Sanso Holdings group

Nippon Gases Italia S.r.l. acquired a majority of the share of the Spanish medical equipment manufacturer Noxtec Development SL. This will enable the two companies to work together on technological improvements of medical equipment used for nitrous oxide treatment. Nitrous oxide has a vasodilatory effect in cardiopulmonary blood vessels, and is currently used to treat pulmonary hypertension. The inhaled nitric oxide therapy market is expected to grow going forward. Both companies have a high level of technology and knowledge related to medical equipment development and medical gases, which they will combine in an effort to further improve the quality of medical equipment and services.

SocietyWorldNippon Sanso Holdings group Contributions in the Global COVID-19 Pandemic

As COVID-19 infections surged globally, our group supplied medical oxygen to meet a rapid increase in demand from government requests and so forth. We also strove to secure ventilators and pulse oximeters amid a spike in demand in order to stably supply them to medical institutions. In other areas, we developed cryopreservation containers and provided dry ice for transporting vaccines to support the cold chain and contribute to the medical front lines.

SocietyJapanCreation and Use of CCPS Evaluation (High-Pressure Gas Version)

Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation has developed its own accident intensity standards, based on the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) evaluation method* and in consideration of the potential impact of high-pressure gases. The company evaluates accidents in Japan based on a five-level scale and five characteristics: (1) physical injuries, (2) property damage, (3) potential impact of high-pressure gases, (4) environmental impact, and (5) social impact and media coverage. The evaluation results in an overall number of points by which the company quantifies intensity.

* This is a method proposed by the U.S. Center for Chemical Process Safety to prevent process-related accidents and disasters.