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- Our Policy and Vision
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- Environmental Management
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- Overseas Engagements of the NEC Group
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Green Glossary
Index
LCA evaluation
LCA: life cycle assessment. A means of evaluating the environmental impact of the energy and CO₂ emissions considered necessary in the life cycle of a product, from the extraction of raw materials to production, use, and disposal.
Law Concerning Special Measures Against PCB Waste
A law that was established to ensure that polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) waste is disposed of properly. The law requires businesses that have PCB waste to dispose of it using appropriate measures.
Law for the Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources
A Japanese law obliging manufacturers to design products considering the 3R principle (reduce, reuse, recycle) and to collect and recycle used computers, etc.
Law on Promoting Green Purchasing
This is a law concerning the promotion of procurement of eco-friendly products and services (products and services that reduce the environmental impact) by the state and other entities. This law aims to switch consumer demand to eco-friendly products and services by promoting the provision of appropriate information concerning such products and services, leading to the establishment of a society that enables sustainable development.
Lead-free solder
Solder that does not contain lead. Lead-free solder and lead-free solder mounting technology were developed from an environmental viewpoint due to the impact of conventional lead solder on the environment.
Life cycle
The process from product manufacture to use and disposal.
Literacy
"Literacy" comes from the Latin "littera" meaning letter. It refers to the ability to read and write, to have knowledge related to a specific field, or to put that knowledge to use. It is now often used in combination with such terms as IT and business.
