Hitachi Energy Japan Ltd. has been recognized as a 2026 Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization in the Large Enterprise Category. This accolade is part of a recognition program jointly administered by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and Nippon Kenko Kaigi.
Previously acknowledged in the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Category for three consecutive years since 2023, Hitachi Energy Japan's recognition in the Large Enterprise Category this year signifies its workforce growth. Organizations in this category are expected to lead by example, promoting health and productivity management not only within their operations but also extending these practices to group companies, business partners, local communities, customers, and employees' families.
Hitachi Energy emphasizes the importance of health and productivity management as a foundational element of its corporate strategy, guided by the Hitachi Group Safety and Health Policy. This policy prioritizes safety and health, aligning with the company's global Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policy, which focuses on improving workplace health and well-being.
The Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization Recognition Program, established by METI in 2016, aims to highlight enterprises that implement excellent health and productivity management. In its 10th year, the 2026 program acknowledged 3,765 organizations in the Large Enterprise Category and 23,085 in the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Category.
Hitachi Energy's commitment to fostering a safe and healthy work environment supports its role in advancing the energy transition and shaping a sustainable energy future. The company's efforts underscore the importance of shared responsibility and continuous improvement in enhancing corporate value and social trust.