Free Decarbonization Seminar for SMEs in Shiga on June 16: Building-Based Approaches to Environmental Management

As the movement toward mandatory Building LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) reporting in fiscal year 2028 accelerates, decarbonization requirements in supply chains are rapidly becoming a condition for SMEs to do business with large corporations. However, many SME executives struggle with where to begin.

To address these challenges, SAWAMURA Co., Ltd. (HQ: Takashima, Shiga) will host a free 'Environmental Management Seminar for SMEs' on June 16, 2026, at Piazza Omi in Otsu. Designed as an introductory session for staff without specialized knowledge, the seminar features Shinya Sudo, a former ESG head at a major logistics group.

■ Seminar Highlights
1. Introduction to Decarbonization Management: Explaining the necessity and basic concepts of decarbonization from the perspective of large ordering companies.
2. Construction x Environment Case Studies: Presenting SAWAMURA's unique approach to optimizing cost performance by integrating environmental considerations into the planning stage of new warehouse construction.
3. Regional Context in Shiga: Offering specific strategies for the 'manufacturing hub' Shiga to transform Scope 3 compliance risks into competitive advantages.

■ Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 14:00-16:00
- Venue: Piazza Omi, Room 206, Otsu (with partial online streaming)
- Organizer: SAWAMURA Co., Ltd.
- Admission: Free (Pre-registration required, 30 attendees max)
- Program: Part 1 by Shinya Sudo (Zevero), Part 2 Case studies by SAWAMURA