FamilyMart Further Promotes Energy-Saving Measures in Stores: Implementing Heat-Reflective Coating on Air Conditioner Outdoor Units at Approximately 3,000 Stores – Reducing Electricity Consumption and CO2 Emissions, Achieving Stable Operation of Air Conditioning Equipment

FamilyMart Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Tateo Kotani) will celebrate its 45th anniversary in September 2026. Building on five keywords it has continuously addressed, the company will engage in activities under the slogan "Ichiban Challenge" (No. 1 Challenge). As part of its initiative to become "Ichiban Environmentally Friendly," FamilyMart began applying heat-reflective coating to air conditioner outdoor units at approximately 3,000 stores nationwide starting March 2026. The purpose of this measure is to alleviate the burden on outdoor units caused by severe summer heat, thereby reducing electricity consumption and environmental impact, as well as maintaining a comfortable sales floor environment through stable operation of air conditioning equipment.

■ Background and Objectives of Introduction

In recent years, record-breaking summer heat has placed a significant burden on store air conditioning equipment, leading to increased power consumption and decreased air conditioning efficiency. This measure aims to suppress the temperature rise of outdoor units due to direct sunlight by applying heat-reflective coating. This will prevent a decrease in heat exchange efficiency and contribute to reducing electricity consumption.

■ Implementation Overview and Construction Features

Construction will proceed sequentially at approximately 3,000 stores from March to December 2026. We are committed to high-quality construction, ensuring long-term heat-shielding effects through a thorough process from cleaning to finishing.

・Implementation Period: March 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026

・Target Stores: Approximately 3,000 FamilyMart stores

・Construction Process:

① Substrate preparation: Water cleaning and thorough cleaning of outdoor units (removing dirt and rust)

② Three-layer coating: Applying a three-layer paint with excellent outdoor durability and heat-shielding properties using rollers and other tools.

■ Related Energy-Saving Initiatives

In addition to heat-reflective coating, FamilyMart is also promoting the introduction of a "ventilation control system using CO2 sensors" provided by companies such as CHC System Co., Ltd. This system monitors indoor CO2 concentration in real-time to ensure necessary ventilation while suppressing excessive ventilation, thereby maximizing heating and cooling efficiency and reducing the load on air conditioners. Approximately 8,000 stores have already implemented this system, and we will continue to promote further energy-saving effects.

FamilyMart formulated its mid-to-long-term environmental goal "FamilyMart Eco Vision 2050" in February 2020, promoting initiatives under three themes: "Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (CO2 Emissions)," "Plastic Measures," and "Food Loss Reduction."

Through this initiative, we aim to contribute to reducing environmental impact based on the vision, as well as to reduce store operating costs amidst rising energy prices, thereby striving for sustainable store management from both environmental and business perspectives.

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■ The spirit behind "Ichiban Challenge"

FamilyMart will celebrate its 45th anniversary in September 2026.

To continue to be chosen as "Ichiban" (the best) by customers, transcending the boundaries of convenience stores in response to changing times, we have adopted "Ichiban Challenge: Creating Many of Your Ichiban" as our new slogan.

Under this slogan, we will continue our biggest challenge in FamilyMart's history, based on eight areas: "Delicious," "A Little Bargain," "Exciting and Fun," "Discover Wonderful Things," "Innovative and Cutting-edge," "Environmentally Friendly," "A Great Place to Work," and "Loved by the Community."

45th Anniversary Special Site: https://www.family.co.jp/campaign/spot/2026_45th.html