It is our pledge to devote every effort possible to keep production activities from impacting local biodiversity. All FENC production sites underwent multiple assessments in accordance with environmental regulations during the planning stage. Sites chosen are located within industrial zones permitted by the local governments. None of the properties are located within wildlife preservation areas or reserves, and no animals on site are listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species or national conservation lists.

Biodiversity Management and Measures

System Establishment of Management

FEDZ commissions the soil and ground water analysis annually. All 2022 results are in compliance with the regulatory standards.

FIGP plans to expand its rPET plant in Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan and operation is scheduled to begin in 2023. An environmental impact assessment (EIS) was conducted to ensure regulatory compliance and protect the environment for local residents and businesses. The EIS covered existing conditions regarding air, noise, vibration, odor and water pollution, including biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), COD and SS on site. Approval of the EIS was granted in July 2022.
 

Value Chain Collaboration

FENC purchases waste PET bottles collected from the coastal areas of island nations from Parley for the Oceans. The bottles are compressed into bales and delivered to OGM to be processed into recycled ocean polyester, which can then be used to manufacture high-value products such as athletic footwear and functional apparels.

Avid Support for Governmental Policies

To provide solutions to the growing threats from marine debris and pollution and to increase the efficiency of marine debris recycling and reuse, Taoyuan City Government established the marine debris recycling and reuse system, forming a circular loop to upcycle marine debris. On June 26, 2022, OGM joined six corporations and two professional teams in the signing of the memorandum of understanding for the Taoyuan Blue Ocean Recycling Alliance with Taoyuan City Government. Marine debris collected by the Taoyuan City Government will be reused by the private corporations, including OGM. Plant 2 of OGM will be responsible for cleaning the waste PET bottles for processing and turning them into new jogging suits. The operation creates a win-win for marine conservation and economic development. On July 14, 2022, the Taoyuan Blue Ocean Recycling Alliance was officially founded.