Our Approach

Environmental and social issues have received increasing attention in recent years. Society faces various challenges, including poverty and hunger, energy issues, climate change, natural resource security, information security, and conflicts that pose threats to peace. These issues are also being addressed by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
To address these challenges, Nissan recognizes the importance of:

• Providing safe, secure, and sustainable mobility while delivering value to society
• Mitigating climate change and conserving energy
• Preserving air quality and other natural capital
• Using less newly mined resources
• Properly managing chemical substances
• Efficiently using scarce resources
• Pursuing business structure reforms to move away from dependence on fossil fuels

To contribute to resolving global environmental issues, Nissan engages in direct discussions with environmental experts, investors, NGOs, NPOs, and other organizations worldwide to analyze potential opportunities and risks. As a global automotive manufacturer, we consider our responsibility to include not only corporate activities but also those upstream and downstream. Our analysis covers the entire value chain, from raw material procurement to transportation, disposal, recycling, and product use, including suppliers.

Based on this analysis, we identified key areas to address in our mid-term to long-term environmental strategy: climate change, resource dependency, air quality, and water. Specific action plans have been established through 2030 to target these areas. By addressing these interconnected issues comprehensively, Nissan will also contribute to nature-related challenges, including biodiversity. We will assess impacts associated with the transition to decarbonization and promote activities that focus on achieving a just transition without adverse impacts to achieve carbon neutrality.

Nissan promotes comprehensive environmental management through a governance system based on dialogue and partnerships with various stakeholders. The Global Environmental Management Committee (G-EMC), co-chaired by the CSO and the CEO, sets overall policy and reports to the board. Relevant corporate officers attend meetings to cover the entire value chain.

Executives identify risks and opportunities, and manage environmental programs using PDCA cycles. Environmental risks are reported regularly to the Internal Control Committee to strengthen governance. Nissan communicates with stakeholders via its sustainability data book and responds to inquiries from environmental rating agencies.