About COSMO
COSMO’s Vision & Mission
Mission & Vision
Participation
in collaborative resource conservation and circulation
Diversity
in broad and harmonious resource circulation
Reliability
in communication and responsibility for the proper environment
MISSION
is to contribute to environmental conservation efforts and the sound development of the national economy by promoting the collection, reuse, and recycling of resources through the deposit system.
VISION
is to create a society where recovered resources are used for the same initial purpose.
Core Values
Business Goals
Vitalize the Beverage Container Deposit System and improve the consumers’ container
return rate
Establish a strong foundation for the Disposable Cup Deposit System
Strategy and Tasks
- 01
Establish a consumer-centered
return system- Build and maintain a system to manage the disposable cup deposit
- Launch automated return kiosks and collection centers
- Operate a reporting center and monetary incentive system to encourage consumer engagement with the program
- 02
Create a basis for resource circulation of products for deposit
- Provide a high-quality recycling and reuse system
- Set container standards considering resource circulation
- 03
Overhaul systems for the implementation of the Disposable Cup Deposit System
- Operate a dedicated organization for the management of the container deposit
- Evaluate and implement relevant regulations and systems for the container deposit system
- Promote recycling habits and educate the public on recycling practices
Business Areas
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Projects related to the management of container deposit returns, handling fees, processing subsidies, and management of unreturned deposits
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Projects related to the registration and operation of standard containers
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Projects related to investigating and promoting the collection, reuse, and recycling of containers and other items
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Establishment and operation of an information management system for the container deposit
