Press Release Back Number(2005)

"Team Minus 6%" National Initiative to Prevent Global Warming: Activities in the Second Semi-Annual Period

October 3, 2005
Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc.

As participants in the "Team Minus 6%" governmental initiative to prevent global warming, we implemented a number of measures for the summer, such as setting air-conditioner temperatures at 28°C and implementing a casual-dress policy.


We ended our summer dress policy (i.e., no ties or jackets) at the end of September.


We intend to continue with our active participation in the Team Minus 6% initiative. In the second half of this year, we will implement the following measures to conserve energy and resources:


Actions


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    • • Setting thermostats to 20°C
    • • Reduction in power consumption
    • • Water conservation
    • • Efficient use of company cars
    • • Saving copy paper, recycling used paper
    • • Promotion of green purchasing
  3. 3.Remarks
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    • • Period: from December to March
    • • Turn off lights and OA equipment when not in use.
    • • Reduce water consumption.
    • • Do not idle vehicles.
    • • Choose eco-friendly office supplies.

    5. Reference: What's "Team Minus 6%"?

    • • Team Minus 6%: Nickname for a national initiative to prevent global warming
    • • Team Leader: Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (Chief of Global Warming Prevention Headquarters)
    • • Period: Through the end of December 2012
    • • Activities: Campaign to promote the following six specific actions to prevent global warming:
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    1. (1) Set air conditioners to 28°C!
      * 20°C in cold weather
    2. (2) Turn off faucets when not using water!
    3. (3) Buy eco-friendly products!
    4. (4) Stop idling vehicles!
    5. (5) Say no to excessive packaging!
    6. (6) Unplug devices when not in use!