Digital transformation and the rise of hybrid working are changing the business landscape. From scanners that boost organisational productivity to Smart Meeting Devices that enhance meeting productivity, Ricoh and ScanSnap branded products from PFU (EMEA) Limited, fuel growth, collaboration, and innovation.

Our popular ScanSnap scanners have now sold over 7 million globally and are designed to boost personal productivity and help individuals work smarter. Our Ricoh branded scanners offer specialist document solutions for organisations who capture data into workflows or business systems, essentially improving organisational productivity. We offer PaperStream software to help unlock the value of information within organisations. Finally our Smart Meeting Devices help organisations adapt to hybrid working and boost productivity, they are designed to make meetings more productive and engaging.

Sustainability

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Driving Sustainability for Customers, Communities and the Planet

Innovation and responsibility must go hand in hand. At Ricoh, and by extension PFU (a Ricoh Group company), sustainability is not an add-on. It is central to how the organisation operates, grows and partners with customers to solve real-world challenges.

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The Commitment: The Three Ps

Ricoh’s sustainability philosophy is rooted in its founding spirit, "Love your neighbour, Love your country, Love your work," and is guided by a balanced approach known as the Three Ps:

  • Prosperity: Driving sustainable economic growth.
  • People: Supporting wellbeing and inclusion.
  • Planet: Protecting the environment for future generations.

This framework shapes every decision, ensuring that Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance is integrated into the core of the business.

Global Recognition and Leadership

Ricoh’s approach is validated by worldwide recognition. This leadership informs how PFU shapes its own sustainability actions and disclosures:

  • TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025: Recognised for transparency and stewardship.
  • Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations: Regularly ranked for excellence in resource management and sustainable revenue.
  • Dow Jones Sustainability World Index: Included consistently for long-term, measurable commitment to ESG outcomes.
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Environmental Leadership and Net Zero

PFU and Ricoh are tackling environmental impact with ambitious, science-aligned goals verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi):

  • Accelerated Net Zero: A 2040 net-zero goal for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, moving up targets to transition more rapidly to renewable energy.
  • Circular Economy: PFU focuses on resource conservation by measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption and waste across all business processes.
  • Biodiversity: Implementing forest conservation initiatives and sustainable procurement policies to protect natural ecosystems.

Products and Solutions with Purpose

Sustainability is embedded into the lifecycle of every solution delivered by the organisation:

  • Eco-Efficient Hardware: Scanners and document solutions designed for high performance with a lower environmental burden.
  • Digitally Transformed Workflows: Helping organisations reduce physical waste and energy use through intelligent document management.
  • Lifecycle Accountability: Measuring environmental impact from manufacturing through to end-of-life recycling.

People, Governance and Transparency

Sustainability is as much about people as it is the planet. PFU maintains rigorous standards to ensure an ethical and supportive environment:

  • Wellbeing and Safety: Comprehensive health and safety programmes for all employees.
  • Inclusion and Human Rights: Commitments aligned with global standards to foster a diverse and equitable workplace.
  • Ethical Governance: Robust structures that ensure compliance, risk management and transparent reporting of environmental data.

Together Towards 2030 and Beyond

From setting bold climate targets to embedding sustainability in every process, Ricoh and PFU are building a foundation for a sustainable society. By combining innovation with integrity, the organisation helps businesses act with purpose and contribute to a greener future.

Find out more

For more information on any of these products, speak to a product specialist on 0800 001 4133.