Since its foundation in 1937, it has been driven by the desire to bring innovation to the world of imaging, transforming the way we work, learn and use images. In a hyper-connected universe we inspire people in a constantly evolving world. Canon develops, manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of products for enthusiasts and professionals: from cameras and camcorders for the film industry, to commercial, multifunctional and production printers and a wide range of solutions and services for business and healthcare. Canon operates according to the Kyosei philosophy of 'Living and Working Together for the Common Good', contributing to the dissemination and implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, to create a more sustainable present and future by managing its own environmental impact, and by helping its corporate customers to do the same through its products, solutions and services.
Canon has been working to reuse raw materials for more than 30 years, and since 2008 has reused 30,690 tonnes of products, or parts of them, and taken 37,917 tonnes of plastic from used products for recycling. There is also an increasing focus on using recycled materials to create packaging, reducing carbon dioxide in the transport of products and reducing energy consumption. Each year Canon spends around 8% of its global turnover on research and development. In 2021, it ranked third in the US patent rankings and first among Japanese companies, ranking in the top five for 36 consecutive years. And, in 2022, it achieved Top Employers Italy and Top Employers Europe certification for the fourth consecutive year.
