Ricoh selected for inclusion in six ESG indices for Japanese equities adopted by the GPIF

30 Jul 2025

Ricoh announced today that it has been selected for inclusion in all six Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) indices for Japanese equities adopted by Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF), the world's largest government pension fund.

Ricoh’s Inclusion in ESG indices adopted by the GPIF
 ESG Index Name Year of Initial Inclusion
 MSCI Nihonkabu ESG Select Leaders Index 2024-present
 MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN) 2017-present
 FTSE Blossom Japan Index 2017-present
 FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index 2022-present
 S&P/JPX Carbon Efficient Index 2018-present
 Morningstar Japan ex‑REIT Gender Diversity Tilt Index 2023-present

Ricoh has also been included in the FTSE4Good Index, one of the most recognized global ESG indices, for 22 consecutive years since 2004, underscoring its long-term commitment to sustainable practices.

Ricoh’s approach to sustainability is to pursue a sustainable society built on the “Three Ps Balance,” which represents the balance of three key elements: Prosperity (economic), People (society), and Planet (environment). To realize this desired society, Ricoh has identified seven material issues in two areas, “Resolving social issues through business” and “Robust management infrastructure,” and set 16 ESG targets in linkage with the material to work toward solving these issues.

Ricoh remains committed to addressing social issues and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its business operations.

Relevant Information

MSCI Nihonkabu ESG Select Leaders Index
MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN)
FTSE Blossom Japan Index/FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index
S&P/JPX Carbon Efficient Index
Morningstar Japan ex‑REIT Gender Diversity Tilt Index
FTSE4Good Index Series

Ricoh’s Commitment and Recognition
Ricoh Group’s Management Strategies and Identification of Material Issues