LIXIL (5938) Status Update summary

Integration of Impact and Business Strategy

• The event, renamed Impact Briefing, emphasized integrating impact strategy with business strategy to enhance corporate value and address social and environmental issues.

• Strategic initiatives are guided by the LIXIL Playbook and Environmental Vision 2050, positioning employees as key drivers of value creation and innovation.

• The company focuses on leveraging R&D and innovation to support over 1 billion people globally and drive sustainable growth.

• Strategic initiatives include divesting non-core businesses, optimizing supply chains, and embedding robust environmental strategies.

• AI and digital innovation management solutions are being adopted to accelerate idea generation and product development.

R&D and Innovation Initiatives

• Global R&D teams span three continents and 18 sites in 9 countries, leveraging diverse talent to deliver differentiated products tailored to local needs.

• Collaboration with external partners and suppliers accelerates technology development and innovation.

• New products like Everstream and Heat Recovery promote water and energy conservation, while Pure Foam and Kinuami combine Japanese and German technologies for enhanced user experience.

• Greentap mineral water purifier and advanced water purification cartridges address water sustainability and health concerns.

• Collaboration between LIXIL International and LWTJ enhances global R&D integration and resource optimization.

Environmental and Social Impact

• PREMIAL (recycled aluminum) and REVIA (sustainable material from waste plastics and wood) are core products supporting decarbonization and circular economy goals.

• PREMIAL series uses up to 100% recycled aluminum, achieving up to 80% CO2 reduction compared to virgin aluminum, with mass production of R100 and R70 underway.

• REVIA reduces CO2 emissions by 82% compared to incineration and is produced in partnership with local communities, with use in high-profile projects like EXPO 2025.

• LIXIL's R&D in housing technology focuses on process innovation, advanced recycling, and sustainable material development.

• Focus on health, well-being, and learning from nature guides technology and product development.