Preventing global warming
Preventing global warming | Products
Improvement and promotion of water-saving and energy-saving performance of products, Efforts to reduce CO2 through the use of recycled materials
The TOTO Group is promoting efforts to reduce CO2 emissions during product use and thus prevent global warming, by expanding the sales of water- and energy-saving products on a global scale.
We defined the Avoided Emissions during product use as the amount of reduction in CO2 use compared to the case where we have been spreading the use of the then product range in 2005. we set specific targets and manage their progress.
Since the amount of Avoided Emissions during product use will increase as more customers use products with high water-saving and energy-saving performance, we aim to achieve the target of Avoided Emissions during product use through efforts such as improving water-saving and energy-saving performance and further promoting the spread of high-performance products.
The Group reduced 2.81 million tons in fiscal 2024 and is targeting a reduction of 3.6 million tons in fiscal 2026 under WILL 2030 STAGE 2, a strategy to achieve a carbon-neutral and sustainable society by 2050.
In addition, the TOTO Group is actively using recycled plastics to reduce CO₂ emissions generated during the procurement of raw materials.
Transition of Avoided Emissions during product use
Bathroom Water Conservation Initiatives
TOTO has continued to undertake development of water-saving showers, insulated bathtubs, etc., and has been working to improve the water-saving and energy-saving performance of the bathroom which uses more energy than any other plumbing equipment in the home.
Progress made in reducing CO2 emissions generated during the usage of products in the bathroom
Comfort Wave Shower
TOTO's proprietary nozzle can produce large drops of water and powerfully spray and swing them. This technology realizing both water-saving and comfortable stimulation contribute to reduce CO2 emissions.
Comfort Wave account for over 70% of all TOTO showers for bathrooms shipped domestically.
Optimal water flow: 6.5 L/minute
(35% savings over conventional shower *)
* Conventional shower model number: TM245CS
Compared to our company's product, it's based on the optimal flow rate. The optimal flow rate is the "flow rate that internal monitors feel is the easiest to use," measured based on the method stipulated by the Japan Valve Manufacturers' Association.
Expansion overseas
TOTO has also deployed the technology and environmental performance of Comfort Wave Shower overseas.
We have advanced a number of product variations according to the overseas culture of showering and depending on the characteristics of each region.
We are committed to promoting the wider use of this technology.
Efforts to Reduce Electricity Consumption by WASHLET®
Instantaneous water heating system
Hot water is produced only when it is used. The water does not become cold even if it is used continuously. Reducing electricity consumption to keep the water warm also reduces associated CO2 emissions.
Water is stored in a tank, heated by a water heater and used for washing.
Hot water is only produced when needed for washing.
In addition, further energy savings are achieved through functions such as the instantaneous toilet seat warmer, which activates only when the toilet is in use, and the temperature-adjustable seat warmer, which detects periods of low usage and automatically lowers the seat temperature.
Utilization of Recycled Plastic
In the tank part of toilets, more than 80% recycled plastic is utilized.
The use of Recycled plastic reduces CO₂ emissions generated during raw material procurement compared to Non-recycled plastic.
We are increasing the adoption of recycled plastic in other components such as washlets, system baths, and kitchens.
For more information on Use of Recycled Plastic, click here.
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