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As a leading consumer and business electronics manufacturer, Sharp is committed to reducing its impact on the environment, which is vital for future generations on this planet. Its business is conducted based on the philosophy of:

"Creating an environmentally conscious company with sincerity and creativity"

Sharp’s pledge to become an Environmentally Advanced Company involves world wide environmental conservation through all aspects of its business activities and the products it manufactures. These include consumer electronics, household appliances, solar (photovoltaic) cells, document solutions (multi-function printers and consumables), electronic cash registers and EPOS systems, and consumer technical products (calculators, e-dictionaries and fax machines).

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