Epson Australia releases second Sustainability Impact Report

Epson Australia has released its second Sustainability Impact Report, which it says further solidifies its commitment to local and global sustainability initiatives.

This second report is particularly significant as it reflects the company’s transparency around sustainability and its responsible business practices across Australia and New Zealand.
Epson A/NZ MD Craig Heckenberg explains, “This second Sustainability Impact Report shows the progress we’ve made and also the ambition that drives us in the area of sustainability. It details how we work with our global teams, customers and partners to turn challenges into opportunities, guided by our company purpose and values. It also demonstrates how we are moving forward with energy, motivated by the impact of every action, large and small.”

The comprehensive report highlights the real-life and real-world steps Epson Australia is taking to reduce its environmental impact and support its customers and partners in their sustainability journey, contributing positively to the communities in which it operates.
Through the publication of the report, Epson says it shares tangible progress, challenges and learnings across its operations, demonstrating how sustainability is now embedded in its local decision-making and corporate strategy. The company also reinforces its accountability to all of its stakeholders and provides a clear view of how Epson Australia continues to align with global best practices and local priorities.

The Sustainability Impact Report highlights specific programs and partnerships that encompass environmental initiatives, community engagement, innovations in products and technology, and valuable contributions to multiple industries over the 12 months ending March 2025.

The company states that presenting a sustainability impact report is intended to demonstrate tangible actions and results.
For Epson Australia, these include completing a full review of the company’s value chain emissions and setting a near-term local reduction target to support its global Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goal to cut total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 55% by 2030. 

The company has also achieved a 25% reduction in total electricity usage, driven by the relocation of its Sydney head office in November 2024 to a purpose-designed North Sydney location. The move significantly reduced the Epson head office’s physical footprint by 60% and improved energy efficiency, while supporting flexible and hybrid working practices.
All Epson sites in Australia and New Zealand are and will continue to be powered by 100% renewable electricity.
 
Epson Australia also takes responsibility for its products’ end-of-life through waste management and product stewardship programs, including the collection and recycling of electronic waste and consumables to reduce environmental impact.

During the reporting period, the company reduced operational waste by 29% through the reuse of cardboard and a decrease in timber pallet disposal at its Sydney warehouse.
They have also collected and recycled more than 21 tonnes of used Epson cartridges through the Zero-Waste-to-Landfill Cartridge program for Planet Ark.

Epson believes that technology can help advance the industry through sustainability-focused, resource-efficient solutions. In turn, the launch of this second Sustainability Impact Report further reinforces the company's support for the local fashion industry through on-demand printing technology for fashion applications.
It also highlights one of the major announcements of the last 12 months and details how Epson Australia co-launched the Victorian Textile, Clothing and Footwear Manufacturing Report with the Australian Fashion Council and RMIT University.

This critical report provides a strategic roadmap to revitalise and future-proof local manufacturing, identifying five key areas to boost productivity, reduce waste, and drive innovation through sustainable technology

In the report, Epson also highlights its approach to supporting the local community through corporate partnerships, in-kind contributions and employee volunteer engagement. Beyond operations, Epson continues to invest in community and social initiatives, contributing 168 hours of staff time to support these initiatives since the release of its first Sustainability Impact Report.  
Further highlights and the option to download the full report are available at https://www.epson.com.au/Impact-Report/.