Computer printer distributor
Epson's Australian subsidiary was set up in 1983.
Company Ownership
Epson Australia Pty Ltd
AUS
Seiko Epson Corporation
owns 100% of Epson Australia Pty Ltd
JPN
Computer printers
One of the world's largest manufacturers of computer printers. Part of the Seiko Group.
Seiko Group
owns 100% of Seiko Epson Corporation
JPN
Timepieces
Seiko Group consists of three separate companies: Seiko Holdings (Seiko), Seiko Instruments Inc. (SII), and Seiko Epson (Epson).
Company Assessment
(Last updated Jun 2024)
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Epson Australia Pty Ltd
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3/5 for packaging performance
This company received a packaging performance level of 3 (Advanced) in its 2024 APCO Annual Report. Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) is a not-for-profit organisation leading the development of a circular economy for packaging in Australia. Each year, APCO Members are required to submit an APCO Annual Report and Action Plan, which includes an overall performance level from 1 (Getting Started) to 5 (Beyond Best Practice).
Source: APCO
(2024)
Environmental claims
This company has environmental claims on its website specifically for its Australian operations.
Source: company website
(2019)
Cartridges 4 Planet Ark participant
This company is a participant in the 'Cartridges 4 Planet Ark' program, which collects and returns printer cartridges for remanufacturing and recycling - therefore keeping them out of landfill.
Source: Planet Ark
(2023)
Seiko Epson Corporation
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CDP Climate Change score of A
In 2023, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change risk. Responding companies are scored across four key areas: disclosure; awareness; management; and leadership. This company received a CDP Climate Change score of A.
Source: CDP
(2023)
CDP Water Security score of A
In 2023, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to manage and govern freshwater resources. Responding companies are scored on six key metrics: transparency; governance & strategy; measuring & monitoring; risk assessment; targets & goals; and value chain engagement. This company received a CDP Water Security score of A.
Source: CDP
(2023)
Supply chain practices in China
The Green Supply Chain Corporate Information Transparency Index (CITI) evaluates consumer-facing companies that have a sizeable supply chain in China. The evaluation uses government supervision data and public information to assess the environmental management of their supply chains in China. This company received a score of 12.18/100 (retrieved 24 Nov 2023).
Source: IPE
(2023)
US recycling report card
The Electronics TakeBack Coalition's Recycling Report Card evaluates takeback and recycling programs for computer, TV, printer and game console companies. The report card focuses on the programs available to consumers in the US, and relies on publicly available information, as of Sept 2010. This company received a grade of F for its recycling efforts in the USA.
Climate action commitments
As listed on the We Mean Business website, this company has committed to the following climate action initiatives: commit to 100% renewable power; adopt a science-based emissions reduction target.
Source: We Mean Business
(2021)
Social responsibility claims
This company has social responsibility claims on its website under headings including environment, product recycling, supply chain CSR and corporate citizenship.
Source: company website
(2019)
Responsible Business Alliance member
This company is a member of the Responsible Business Alliance (formerly the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition), a non-profit coalition of electronics companies which supports the rights and wellbeing of workers and communities worldwide affected by the global electronics supply chain. RBA members commit and are held accountable to a common Code of Conduct and utilize a range of RBA training and assessment tools to support continuous improvement in the social, environmental and ethical responsibility of their supply chains.
Source: RBA
(2022)
42/100 S&P Global ESG Score
This company received an S&P Global ESG Score of 42/100 in the Computers & Peripherals and Office Electronics category of the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, an annual evaluation of companies' sustainability practices (last updated 18 Nov 2022). The rankings are based on an analysis of corporate economic, environmental and social performance, assessing issues such as corporate governance, risk management, environmental reporting, climate strategy, human rights and labour practices.
Source: S&P Global
(2022)
Seiko Group
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CDP Climate Change score of A-
In 2023, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change risk. Responding companies are scored across four key areas: disclosure; awareness; management; and leadership. This company received a CDP Climate Change score of A-.
Source: CDP
(2023)
16/100 S&P Global ESG Score
This company received an S&P Global ESG Score of 16/100 in the Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods category of the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, an annual evaluation of companies' sustainability practices (last updated 18 Nov 2022). The rankings are based on an analysis of corporate economic, environmental and social performance, assessing issues such as corporate governance, risk management, environmental reporting, climate strategy, human rights and labour practices.
Source: S&P Global
(2022)
Company Details
Type:
Wholly-owned subsidiary
Employees:
130
(2018)
Contact Details
Address:
3 Talavera Rd, North Ryde, NSW, 2113, Australia
Phone:
1300 361 054
Website:
Products / Brands
Epson Australia
Epson
Printers