Kao Recognized as Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP for the Eighth Consecutive Year

• CDP, a global non-governmental organization, has recognized Kao as the highest rated Supplier Engagement Leader for the eighth consecutive year.
• The Supplier Engagement Assessment evaluates companies that works with suppliers on tackling climate change

Kao Corporation has been recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader for the eighth consecutive year in the Supplier Engagement Assessment, organized by CDP, an international non-governmental organization. Kao has received recognition for its efforts to reduce CO₂ emissions with its suppliers throughout the entire supply chain and tackle climate change.

The Supplier Engagement Assessment is based on responses to questions related to supplier engagement in CDP's Climate Change questionnaire. The assessment also takes into account the score in the Climate Change category, and Kao received the highest rating of 'A' in the latest results for 2024.

Naoshi Nakamoto, Executive Officer in Charge of Kao's procurement, comments, "We are extremely proud to have been selected as a Supplier Engagement Leader by CDP for the eighth consecutive year. At Kao, we strive to strengthen sustainable supply chains that take into account resource protection, environmental conservation and safety, human rights, etc. through the relationships of trust we have built over many years with suppliers and our problem-solving expertise. We will continue to work with suppliers to further enhance ESG procurement and drive efforts to realize our mission of a Kirei life for all."