Basic measures

Following the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011, we regularly review our disaster countermeasures manual. As part of our disaster prevention activities, we conduct periodic educational drills, check various disaster prevention equipment, and perform satellite phone call tests. Furthermore, our 17 manufacturing bases worldwide contribute to ensuring business continuity in the event of a major disaster.

Power supply measures in the event of a power outage at Iga Campus

We have installed Japan's largest*¹ self-consuming solar power generation system utilizing an on-site PPA*² model and have been gradually ramping up solar power generation since February 2023, with all 13,400 kW of panel capacity being fully generated from January 2025.
Surplus power is stored in storage batteries (1,000 kWh) and supplied to the Disaster Countermeasures Office and other facilities to provide 4 to 8 hours of power for air conditioning, lighting, and other disaster prevention and security purposes as an initial response in the event of a power outage.
In the meantime, the in-house power generation system (8,000 kW in total, equivalent to 70% of the plant's full operating power) will be in operation, and hybrid operation with solar power generation will ensure a stable power supply of approximately 8,000 kW, which can supply power for more than three days while reducing fuel consumption.
In addition, EVs (electric vehicles), PHEVs, and external power feeders introduced in June 2024 can supply power not only within the company but also to nearby evacuation centers in the event of a disaster power outage.
In addition, when demand for electricity is tight, we will operate our own power generation facilities in response to requests from power companies to reduce the amount of electricity purchased from power companies (demand response), thereby cooperating and contributing to the stable supply of electricity to the surrounding areas.

*1 Based on publicly available information on on-site solar power generation for self-consumption.

*2 PPA: Abbreviation for Power Purchase Agreement. A form of contract in which electricity consumers purchase renewable energy power directly from power generators.
The on-site PPA model is a business model in which a power generation facility is installed on a consumer’s premises or roof, and the power generated there is sold to the consumer.

Supply chain measures

As supply chain disruptions pose a business continuity risk, we are collaborating with our suppliers to implement BCP measures. The key measures are outlines in the table below. By fostering the adoption of business continuity planning, we aim to establish a resilient supply chain, ensuring the continuous provision of parts and materials.