Activities in the Product Environment Targets

[Energy efficiency]
Environmentally Friendly • More than 30% improvement in overall energy efficiency of new products released,
Product Development Systems and compared with figures of similar products already released.
[Ozone layer-depleting substances]
Examples of Products • Reduction of IC and LCD steppers using HCFC as a refrigerant to fewer than 15% of all products.

As shown in the diagram below, Nikon is rapidly enhancing its new environmentally conscious products with greater commitment
products’ environmental performance by gradually, steadily to global resource conservation, reduced power consumption, use of
reinforcing “Nikon Environmental Action Plan” and “Nikon Eco-glass, maximum application of lead-free and hexavalent
Product Assessment” content. chrome-free plating technologies and minimal use of other
Each Nikon and Nikon Group company is thereby developing hazardous substances, such as PVC.

Refer to pages 10 and 11.

Nikon Environmental
Action Plan
<Product environment>
Environmental targets for Design review
Development Nikon Product Confer to determine
each product and design
Plan to achieve targets Assessment market intro-
duction
Evaluation of environ-
mental aspects of
existing products
<Assess present status>

In fiscal 2006, Imaging Company and Nikon Vision Co., Ltd. *1 RoHS Directive baseline
• Applies to an extensive range of electrical and electronic products sold in Europe, to
speeded up compliance with RoHS Directive’s baseline*1, which exclude use of particular materials and products unless they have no substitutes. In
took effect July 2006 in Europe, by completing preparations to meet principle, this prohibits marketing of products containing hexavalent chrome, lead,
cadmium, mercury and PBB/PBDE.
these standards for new and existing products (examples of which • Detailed standards had been determined by the end of summer 2005, but discussions
are introduced hereafter). regarding standards still continue.

Precision Equipment Company Products

• IC stepper NSR-S208D (shipment started in fiscal 2006)
Featuring a projection lens with a world’s top-class standard and ultra-high NA of 0.82, this state-of-the-art
lens-scanning KrF excimer stepper handles volume production of advanced 110nm or finer line-width devices.
The optical system uses as much Eco-glass as possible. Boards utilising lead-free solder are also used.
<Energy efficiency> 27% higher than the NSR-S206D in exposure of a 300mm wafer (internal reference).
<Ozone layer protection> New HFC refrigerant with zero ODP (Ozone-depletion Potential) used for temperature control and
air conditioning chillers.
<Global-warming substances> New HFE refrigerant with low global-warming potential used in equipment internal cooling.
<Lead-free solder>
At least 80% of an electronic circuit board uses lead-free solder. (Introduced successively after the start of mass production.)
<Eco-glass usage> 96%
NSR-S208D
Nikon steppers have introduced a new era in design rule shrink IC manufacture, and made major
contributions to continuing improvements in resource utilisation efficiency.

• LCD stepper FX-71S/81S (announced in April 2005)

Developed by Nikon using technology based on multi-lens projection optical system and scanning exposure
system, the FX-71S/81S achieves high resolution and exposure area covering 7th- and 8th-generation plate sizes.
Greatly increases throughput (number of plates exposed per hour) and improves energy efficiency.
<Energy efficiency> The FX-71S is 56% more efficient and the FX-81S is 85% more efficient than the FX-63S in the
exposure process. (Based on Nikon’s calculation standards.)
<Ozone layer protection> New HFC refrigerant with zero ODP (Ozone-depletion Potential) used for temperature control
and air conditioning chillers.
<Global-warming substances> New HFE refrigerant with low global-warming potential used for equipment internal cooling. FX-71S/81S
<Lead-free solder>
Some electronic circuit boards use lead-free solder. (After mass production is started.)
<Eco-glass usage> 90%

Increasing Energy Efficiency of NSR-series IC Steppers

Nikon advances IC stepper design and manufacturing innovation excimer laser) and ArF (Argon fluoride excimer laser) as exposure
with a finer IC pattern designed to raise resolution of projection light sources to reinforce resolution in its product lineup. Yet, these
optics systems, accommodate larger wafer sizes and enhance new higher-performance models are very energy efficient, thereby
throughput to increase the number of IC cells that can be exposed dramatically increasing the number of IC cells exposed per unit of
within a given time. power consumed.
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 Imaging Company Products
• Digital SLR camera D200 (marketed in December 2005)
With the extra-high-quality images provided by 10.2 effective megapixels, the world’s fastest start-up time,
high-speed continuous shooting at five frames per second, stylish body and various advanced functions, the
D200 realises picture-taking potential worthy of a high-perforamnce digital SLR camera.
<Reduced mass > 22% less mass than the D2x
<Reduced dimensions> Approx. 39% less volume than the D2x (157.5 x 149.5 x 85.5mm 147 x 113 x 74mm)
<Simpler assembly and repair> Five electronic circuit boards are integrated into a single board, facilitating mounting,
assembly and repair.
<Lead-free solder> All electronic circuit boards use lead-free solder. D200
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Complies with RoHS Directive baseline*1.
<Eco-glass usage > 100%

• Digital camera COOLPIX S5 (marketed in February 2006)

This compact digital still camera features a slim body (20mm thick), 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens, 6-megapixel
CCD, large 2.5-inch LCD, rotary multi selector for fast scrolling, Pictmotion function for automatic creation of
slideshows using selected image and music files, and other features at an attractive price.
<Energy efficiency> 30% higher than COOLPIX S1
<Lead-free solder> All electronic circuit boards use lead-free solder. COOLPIX S5
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Complies with RoHS Directive baseline*1.
<Eco-glass usage> 100%

• Digital camera COOLPIX P3, P4 (marketed in February 2006)

These compact digital still cameras feature lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction) capability to compensate for lens
movement during shooting, large 2.5-inch LCD and wireless LAN support (P3 only). The VR mechanism
employs new compact VR unit and VR circuitry.
Despite their 8.1 megapixel CCDs and high-performance 3.5x Zoom-Nikkor lenses, these cameras are stylishly
small and attractively priced.
<Reduced dimensions> Their volume is 18% less than that of the COOLPIX P1 which has no VR mechanism, and COOLPIX P3 COOLPIX P4
thickness is reduced from 39mm to 31mm.
<Lead-free solder> All electronic circuit boards use lead-free solder.
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Complies with RoHS Directive baseline*1.
<Eco-glass usage> 100%

• Interchangeable lens AF-S VR DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED (marketed

in December 2005)
With enhanced, next-generation Vibration Reduction (VRII) system and high zooming power of approximately
11x, this lens enables clear focus throughout its wide focal range, as close as 50cm (20 in.) from the subject.
Also, a compact SWM (Silent Wave Motor) delivers smooth, quiet autofocusing drive performance.
< Reduced mass > 3% (15g) less mass, despite the lens’ 11x zoom performance, compared to 5x AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor
24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor
<Lead-free solder> All electronic circuit boards use lead-free solder. ED 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G IF-ED
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Complies with RoHS Directive baseline*1.
<Eco-glass usage> 100%

Instruments Company Products

• Digital camera set for microscope (marketed in June 2006)
DS-Fi1: Camera head DS-L2: Camera control unit with LCD DS-U2: PC-use camera control
High-resolution 5-megapixel digital camera for a wide range of applications including observation, archiving
and simple measurement of images made visible via microscope. New image processor provides superior image
quality, observation functions, various scene modes and networking capability.
Reduced power consumption and improved motion picture frame rate dramatically enhances energy
efficiency.
<Energy efficiency> 84% higher than the set of DS-5M, DS-L1 and DS-U1.
<Lead-free solder> All electronic circuit boards (4) use lead-free solder.
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Electronic circuit boards, mechanical parts and outsourced parts complying with
RoHS Directive baseline were selected at the design stage. DS-L2 camera control unit with LCD
• Automatic Macro Inspection System AMI-3300 (marketed in April 2006)
To speed up inspection of IC wafer appearance, Nikon’s original diffracted light reception system can handle
patterns as fine as 55nm, and achieve throughput of 150 wafers per hour.
Capability to distinguish among various defects, detection sensitivity and inspection accuracy are also enhanced.
The system can inspect twice as many IC cells as a conventional model consuming the same energy.
<Energy efficiency> 100% higher than the AMI-3000.
<Reduction of hazardous substances> Plastic parts and sheet boards do not use PBB, PBDE (flame retardant), cadmium,
lead and PVC.
<Ozone layer protection> CFC and HCFC refrigerants are not used.
<Eco-glass usage> 98% AMI-3300

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 Nikon Group Products
• Nikon Fieldmicroscope Series “EZ-Micro” (marketed in November 2006.)
As the most advanced Nikon Nature Series Fieldmicroscope for field observation of insects, plants and
minerals, EZ-Micro employs a prism with phase-difference compensation coating in its optical path, allowing
photographers to shoot high-quality photos using a Nikon compact digital camera.
Many of its body surface materials and its packaging bag are made of bioplastics produced from corn.
This conserves petroleum.
<Use of bioplastics> Four body parts and packaging materials are made of bioplastics produced from plants.
<Saving resources by using existing model parts > Camera brackets are same as those of Nikon Fieldscopes.
<Reduction in hazardous substances> No PVC in body, case and strap, according to Nikon Green Procurement
Guidelines.
<Eco-glass usage> 100%
EZ-Micro

• Fieldscope ED50/ED50 A (marketed in September 2005)

These entry-level Nikon Fieldscope models are very portable, with 50mm objective diameter. Nikon ED glass in
the objective lens compensates for chromatic aberration for clear, accurate views. Multilayer-coated lenses,
prisms and dustproof glass make for exceptionally bright images.
<Reduced mass> ED50 mass is 58% less than Nikon Fieldscope EDIII. Overall length is about 30% less.
<Long-life design> Waterproof construction with nitrogen gas filling prevents raindrops from entering.
<Saving resources by using existing model parts > Eyepieces and camera brackets are same as those of existing models.
<Reduction in hazardous substances> No PVC in body, case and strap, according to Nikon Green Procurement
Guidelines. ED50-A
<Eco-glass usage> 100%

Activities in the Product Environment

Examples of Implementation in Sales
Nikon is working tirelessly to reduce the total and long-term
environmental impact of its products and services. Since Nikon Sales volume of Nikon refurbished steppers
supplies products worldwide, we must also pay strict attention to
(Volume)
sales and distribution activities. The following are some examples
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of our reuse and recycling efforts in these areas: 167
138 150
1. Sales of refurbished steppers for reuse
Since fiscal 2001, Nikon Tec Corporation has been collecting used 79 100
steppers discarded by customers, then reconditioning and reselling (Volume)
them for new users, in Japan and overseas, with appropriate services 60 33 50
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supplied. This is an example of Nikon’s willingness and capability 7
59
50
to reuse its own products. Nikon Tec Corporation has enhanced this 0
business by combining customer satisfaction with an aggressive 40 46
stance toward environment protection, contributing to society in
order to provide a secure income. 30
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Thirty-three steppers were shipped in the period from fiscal 20
2001 to fiscal 2003, followed by 46 steppers in fiscal 2004, and 59
steppers in fiscal 2005. Although fewer steppers were shipped in 10 14
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fiscal 2006 than in the previous year, the total volume of shipments 0
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had reached 167 units by the end of fiscal 2006. The manufacturing ’01/3 ’02/3 ’03/3 ’04/3 ’05/3 ’06/3 Fiscal year-end
department, which lends its efforts to the reproduction and control
process, shortens the work period radically and supports business Sales volume Total sales volume
expansion by promoting the improvement of industrial tools and
machines, standardising of the workflow and improving its
efficiency and putting in place a framework for technical
troubleshooting.
Nikon is conducting in-depth research on the needs of the
semiconductor industry, in order to help companies in the field to The popular NSR-220Si 12D
was initially marketed in 1996.
expand their businesses. This is another area in which our dedication to
environmental preservation, profitability and customer service shines
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2. Recycling of batteries By the end of fiscal 2006, Nikon had
(1) In Japan participated in or registered with collection
Nikon and many other companies have engaged in cooperative organisations in 15 nations including the
efforts with JBRC (Japan Battery Recycling Centre) to collect and Netherlands, Germany, Sweden and Spain, and
recycle rechargeable batteries for Nikon digital cameras and other prepared to collect Nikon products.
products discarded by consumers. Also, at the design and manufacturing sites,
(2) In Europe recycling-oriented product design, markings and
Our subsidiaries participate in recycling associations that collect messages requesting customer cooperation have
and recycle used camera batteries according to local rules and been prepared to facilitate used product
Recycling mark in EU
regulations of each nation. collection/recycling.
However, nations like the U.K. and France
are behind schedule in enacting and enforcing
3. Recycling of used Nikon products in Europe relevant laws and systems, and it is not
The WEEE Directive* issued by the EU guides nations to enact completely clear which products the laws apply
laws and regulations as well as establish used product to, so Nikon continues to make progress on
collection/recycling systems. Accordingly, Nikon’s European these issues as they apply to each nation.
subsidiaries, led by that in the Netherlands, prepared to
accommodate enforcement of such new laws and regulations for *WEEE Directive of EU stipulates that manufacturers of major electric
and electronic equipment are responsible for recycling used products
collection/recycling of digital cameras and other Nikon products in as of August 2005.
respective markets.

Targets
Activities in the Product Environment [Greenhouse effect gas emissions]

Packaging and Distribution • Gauging CO2 emissions in

distribution in Japan

■ Measures for Packaging Moreover, sales subsidiary companies promote vinyl chloride
Nikon defined its “Environmental Policy Regarding Packaging resin-free packaging and other environmentally friendly measures
Materials” in May 1998, and reviewed it in June 2000. This policy including use of biodegradable materials for the Fieldmicroscope
has seven main points: EZ-Micro.
*These companies are parts of Nikon Corporation’s internal organisation.
1. Elimination of hazardous substances
2. Reduction in volume and content
3. Recyclability ■ Recycling of Packaging Materials
4. Safety and ease of separation of materials In Japan, Nikon is consigning to the Japan Containers And
5. Use of recycled resources Packaging Recycling Association the task of collecting/recycling
6. Reusability packaging materials after Nikon products are sold.
7. Marking regarding packaging materials and handling
precautions ■ Measures for Distribution in Japan
CO2 emissions, major causes of global warming, are accelerating
Imaging Company* is taking steps to raise loading efficiency of partly due to distribution in Japan, and rose about 12% from fiscal
distribution. For example, product package dimensions were 1991 to fiscal 2003.
formulated to maximise utilisation of Nikon thereby made its fiscal year 2006 the first year of its
available airplane cargo space. The energy-saving initiative for distribution. We are now structuring the
Company thereby reduced digital SLR system to gauge transportation volume (ton-km) in each company’s
camera box sizes by 20%, made instruction product delivery.
manuals thinner and switched from For example, Nikon Logistics Co., Ltd., a transportation
conventional containers to pallets for subsidiary, gives lectures about economical driving to its truck
transportation, eliminating the need for drivers, thereby helping to reduce fuel consumption.
Pallet transportation for
voluminous box packaging. digital SLR cameras
Instrument Company* continues using
inserts for safe, easy separation of
cushioning materials and carton boxes.
Some products use pulp-mould packaging,
efficiently using recycled resources.

Pulp-mould containers

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