Kyocera Document Solutions America Inc. has announced it has been named among the world's top 500 most sustainable companies in 2024 by TIME in collaboration with Statista.

For the first time, TIME and Statista have created a rigorous methodology with which to measure the world's most sustainable companies for 2024, and Kyocera has made the list, having fulfilled several key criteria. The companies at the top of the list comply with some of the most respected global climate programs, such as the 1.5°C target from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

TIME and Statista also assessed companies based on their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reductions from 2021 and 2022 (the most recent years fully reported). Scope 1 emissions are directly caused by companies, while Scope 2 emissions are created when a company purchases power. The proportion of renewable energy used in companies' operations was also a factor.

Kyocera is thrilled to be recognized for the eco-friendly efforts that form a significant part of the company culture and business model. Not only does it produce sustainable hardware, but its software solutions help companies move toward paperless workflows by facilitating digitalization.

Kyocera's customer-centric and sustainable printing devices are long-life, low cost and produce less waste. The company was the first manufacturer to develop a cartridge-free system for laser printers. Moreover, its ECOSYS devices are built with durable parts and its print drums are designed to yield more prints before replacement, thus reducing plastic and consumable waste. They also consume less energy than other devices on the market, reducing their carbon footprint.

Kyocera offers comprehensive document management through our cloud-based solutions to help reduce unnecessary use of paper and streamline data governance digitally. Its print software solutions also help organizations cut down on paper and ink consumption by offering print policies and monitoring. Not only does this save companies money, but it also reduces their carbon footprints.

Additionally, Kyocera's inkjet commercial printers are some of the most sustainable on the market. The TASKalfa Pro 15000c and TASKalfa Pro 55000c use water-based inks with no harmful chemicals and are designed to use less energy. Meanwhile, FOREARTH, the company's eco-friendly textile printer uses almost zero water, significantly reducing water pollution in the fashion industry. Kyocera's inkjet solutions help companies reduce their environmental impact while never compromising on quality, as they produce vibrant results every time.

Kyocera believes in doing what is right as human beings. This means doing its best for customers and the planet and prioritizing these factors over making the biggest profit. Kyocera's company philosophy of love and respect was created by Founder Dr. Kazuo Inamori and it is reflected in every one of the company's business decisions.

"We would like to thank TIME and Statista for recognizing Kyocera's efforts in sustainable innovation," said Óscar Sánchez, president and CEO, Kyocera Document Solutions America. "At Kyocera, we are visionary, passionate pioneers, and sustainability is one of our core values. We refuse to stand still and are committed to taking further steps toward a brighter, greener tomorrow for everyone."