Panasonic GREEN IMPACT
A more sustainable, more equitable future
Since our founding, Panasonic has aimed to produce technology solutions that make the world a better place for all. It is clear that the most important thing we can do to deliver on this promise is to take direct actions that counteract the effects of climate change on our planet and restore the promise of a fulfilling life for future generations. Because if nothing changes, everything changes.
Acting with urgency
Over 1 billion people across the world use Panasonic products every day. That’s a big number, and it comes with an even bigger responsibility. Roughly 1% of global CO2 emissions from electricity consumption come from the use or manufacturing of our products. Addressing this issue begins with taking responsibility for our own role in the ongoing climate crisis. We call our contributions to this effort Panasonic GREEN IMPACT.
Panasonic GREEN IMPACT by the numbers
By 2024
Create more net-zero factories. Recycle nearly all factory waste. Double our use of recycle resin. Nearly triple the number of our business that fit into the circular economy model.
By 2030
Achieve net-zero in-house emissions. Reduce CO2 emissions from our own value chain by 110 millions tons.
By 2050
Reduce CO2 emissions from our own value chain and those of society by 300 million tons, or 1% of current global emissions, through products, services and new technologies that help others avoid emissions.
Making Impact
We’re reducing CO2 emissions from our own value chain from the making and using of our products and services.
We’re helping to avoid CO2 emissions from society through our existing products and services.
We’re helping to avoid CO2 emissions through new and planned technologies.
We are lowering CO₂ emissions by reducing both our own impact and the impact of society.
Rethinking how we move
Transportation makes up roughly 16.2% of global greenhouse emissions*.
As the world’s largest supplier of EV batteries, Panasonic is working to lower costs and increase production to meet the growing demand for this technology.
Rethinking how we live
Residential energy contributes roughly 11% of energy-related emissions*.
Solar energy reduces greenhouse gases, improves air quality and limits water use in energy production. Our products are making it easier than ever to harness the power of the sun.
Rethinking how we work
Factories are responsible for roughly 24% of energy-related emissions*.
We’re testing alternative methods to fuel our factories to keep us moving toward a carbon-free future.
“In truth, without the resources of the world, there will be no businesses. Depleting natural resources will make it difficult for businesses to survive in the future. Businesses must think differently to have a business in the future.”
Markus Reichling
General Manager Circular Economy, Panasonic
Rethinking unsustainable systems
Panasonic believes that all businesses must approach manufacturing and business practices differently.
Alternative Energy
At, Panasonic, we’re constantly exploring new technologies such as lighter, more powerful solar panels that can be used by more people in more places. We won’t stop until renewable energy is available to everyone.
Built to Last
Panasonic products are built to last. To help create a more sustainable future, we must now design products with their end in mind - ensuring that they can be reused and refurbished to avoid the permanent lost of precious resources.
Circular Economy
Because prevailing business systems are linear and create unnecessary waste, we’re advocating for a circular economy model that regenerates end-of-life products to eliminate waste, safeguard resources and reduce pollution.
Tough questions
As we deepen our commitment to sustainability, we’re asking ourselves these questions to continuously hold ourselves accountable.
*Source: Climate Watch, the World in Resources Institute (2020)
