Company focuses on andenergy efficiency, reduction of CO2 emissions, water reuse, environmental education and biodiversity preservation

São Paulo, October of 2023 ● Company plans to install Following the commitment to generate a positive impact on society, a Niterra, Japanese multinational that owns the NGK brands, specialized in components for ignition systems, this NTK, specialized in sensors for injection systems, highlights its main actions carried out in Brazil aimed at environmental preservation:

1 – Energy efficiency: the company has promoted energy efficiency in all its production and support processes. From the adoption of LED lighting to the use of high-performance electric motors and reduced compressed air supply pressure, The objective is to reduce energy consumption;

2 – Decrease in CO2 emissions: The generation of photovoltaic electrical energy and the modernization of sintering equipment for ceramic products have been priorities for the company. These measures have contributed significantly to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions, promoting a cleaner and healthier environment;

3 – Water reuse: water reuse and recycling are fundamental practices for the organization, that implements advanced treatment systems, recycling near 70% of water used through an internal effluent treatment plant;

4 – environmental education: beyond factory processes, the brand is committed to promoting environmental education in the community in which it operates. Through socio-environmental actions, the company has collaborated with the local education network, providing valuable information about the importance of preserving the environment and sustainable practices;

5- Biodiversity preservation: the company monitors the São Paulo boll weevil, an endemic bird threatened with extinction. This initiative aims to protect and preserve the region’s biodiversity, saving species at risk.

Niterra: new name that reflects sustainability

Recently, the company underwent a name change to Niterra, reflecting the commitment to expand its business portfolio and solidify itself as an environmentally sustainable organization.

Under the NGK SPARK PLUG Long-Term Management Plan 2030, the company now focuses on strategic areas of mobility, medicine, environment & energy, communications and agribusiness with the aim of addressing issues such as climate change, expansion of environmentally friendly products, conservation of water resources and waste management.

“Niterra do Brasil is a leader in the commitment to sustainable growth and we believe that this is the only viable path for the advancement of industries. The company implements several initiatives around the world focused on preserving the environment and the sustainability of its operations.”, afirma Eduardo Tsukahara, vice president of Niterra do Brasil. “We progress together with the efforts of all employees to achieve our sustainable objectives by 2030.”