Based on the 3R principles (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle), we have established internal procurement guidelines. We prioritize locally produced products and local suppliers, and we favor items with recognized environmental or sustainability certifications. We also actively search for potential sustainable alternatives, comparing their price, quality, and availability before making a purchase. In 2024, our eco-friendly purchases (paper, coffee beans, tea, toner, light bulbs) accounted for 70.5% of our total office supplies. The remaining 29.5% (stationery, water, desks, etc.) were procured with a focus on resource efficiency and reusability, even without formal eco-labels. Our goal for 2025 is to increase this ratio of sustainable procurement to 80% and to continue developing relationships with high-quality sustainable suppliers.
Paper are Travel Agency primary consumption item. We consistently procure eco-friendly paper and have a long-term lease on energy-efficient photocopiers that use vegetable-based toner. Eco-friendly paper accounts for approximately 60% of our annual procurement. For other items, we aim to minimize purchases or choose reusable alternatives as our preferred option.
Given that our office building lacks an internal tap water system, we use reusable bottled water for all business needs, primarily for drinking. Additionally, the building's restrooms are equipped with touch-sensitive faucets and water-saving toilets to help control and conserve water resources.
Our office is committed to implementing sustainability, embedding a "sustainability-first" mindset into our core daily operations. Through a comprehensive set of internal management guidelines, we systematically achieve our sustainable goals. In green procurement, we prioritize products with recognized environmental or sustainability certifications, ensuring every purchasing decision aligns with green standards. We also consider energy conservation a key task, using measures like regular checks and adjustments of AC settings, encouraging employees to turn off lights, and replacing lighting with energy-efficient models, along with promoting water conservation to effectively reduce energy consumption. Furthermore, we actively promote resource recycling. Our office has a dedicated recycling area where paper, plastics, metals, glass, and other waste are properly sorted for effective recycling. Through these specific and systematic actions, we not only create a positive impact on the environment but also steadily move towards a more sustainable future.
Sustainability starts with the daily actions of every team member. During office gatherings, we encourage the use of reusable utensils and plates and promote a culture of bringing one's own cutlery. This helps reduce single-use product waste at the source. This seemingly small change is a concrete action that implements the 3R principles (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) and demonstrates our company's commitment to environmental protection. Through these lifestyle-based sustainability strategies, we embed a green mindset into our corporate culture.
True commitment to sustainability begins with internal education. We have thoughtfully incorporated waste reduction into our employee training program. Through professional courses and practical case studies, employees gain a deeper understanding of waste's environmental impact. The curriculum goes beyond recycling knowledge; more importantly, it encourages everyone to think about how to reduce unnecessary waste at the source and integrate the concept of recycling into their daily work. This initiative is designed to raise environmental awareness among all employees and embed sustainability into our corporate culture, working together to contribute to the environment.