Smart Tile Saver® Receives the Encouragement Award at the 8th EcoPro Awards

The 8th EcoPro Awards accepted applications from February 3 to March 28, 2025, with a total of 53 entries submitted. After a rigorous review by the Selection and Judging Committees, the top five entries were awarded the Minister of Finance Award, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Award, and Minister of the Environment Award. Following these, five projects were honored with the Excellence Award, and ten additional projects, including Smart Tile Saver®, received the Encouragement Award as recommended by the Judging Committee.(Source: SuMPO EcoPro Awards Results)

About SuMPO (Sustainable Management Promotion Organization)

The Sustainable Management Promotion Organization (SuMPO) is a general incorporated association with the vision of “Creating a future rich in spirit through SuMPO’s initiatives.” Its mission is to explore the essence of sustainable management in a post-mature society.

Japan, as a “front-runner country in facing challenges,” is under strong pressure to overcome pressing environmental issues and the limitations of current economic structures, while also generating new business models and policies. SuMPO views these challenges as opportunities for innovation and supports companies and local communities in pursuing sustainable management practices that can be passed on to future generations. By seeking solutions beyond conventional frameworks and encouraging society to recognize these challenges as shared issues, SuMPO aims to foster new perspectives and businesses that contribute to building a truly sustainable society.

About the EcoPro Awards

The EcoPro Awards recognize products and services that significantly contribute to Sustainability Transformation (SX).

At a time when society is undergoing major transitions toward carbon neutrality and a circular economy, this award highlights and promotes sustainable initiatives (so-called sustainable design) that integrate environmental responsibility. The aim is to encourage the development and wider adoption of such initiatives, and to position them as highly valued not only by businesses but also by consumers, investors, and all stakeholders in the market.