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Introducing the latest edition of our WASH Digest! 💧 In this issue, we dive into the monitoring frameworks and indicators that are helping to shape the future of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). 🔍 Discover how we are updating our approach to tracking and measuring the impact of our sanitation and hygiene initiatives at LIXIL 🤝 Learn about the collaborative efforts between WHO, UNICEF, and the World Bank to define core indicators that will strengthen WASH systems 📈 Find out more about a recent framework for valuing corporate investments in WASH Robust monitoring frameworks and indicators are pivotal to advancing Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG6) – helping to make every effort count. #WASH #Sanitation #Hygiene #Sustainability #GlobalImpact #LIXIL #Innovation

LIXIL power brands, American Standard APAC and GROHE, honored outstanding achievements across the property industry at the Asia Pacific International Property & Hotel Awards 2024-25. The prestigious event welcomed over 500 guests, industry luminaries, and nearly 1000 entries to celebrate excellence across architecture, interior design, real estate, and property development. The event recognized over 400 winning companies from across the Asia Pacific. It culminated in a gala event with the announcement and presentation of the American Standard Innovation Award, the GROHE Sustainability Award and the new GROHE Luxury Award. This year’s edition unveiled the Asia Pacific Hotel Awards category to recognize excellence in the hospitality sector. Judged by a panel of 50 industry experts and peers, each entry was meticulously evaluated for design, quality, service, innovation, originality, and dedication to sustainability. The audience enjoyed the American Standard exhibit, featuring selections from the Acacia Collection, Signature Collection, spalet, and auto temperature mixers in exciting color finishes, perfectly complementing modern lifestyles and aspirations. The GROHE SPA exhibit took guests on a journey through the theme of ‘Health through Water,’ showcasing curated collections with options for different materials, colors, and finishes. Congratulations to the winners and nominees. We look forward to collaborating with you in future and continue to push the boundaries of innovation and sustainability in the property industry! #AsiaPacificPropertyAwards #Innovation #Sustainability #Architecture #InteriorDesign #Hospitality Audrey Yeo Antoine Besseyre Des Horts International Property Awards

🏆 We're proud to announce that our Santa Clara plant has received the prestigious Prexcel Award, a national quality accolade in Mexico that recognizes environmental stewardship, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. Receiving the Prexcel Award is a reflection of our commitment to improving lives through innovation, understanding our consumers' needs, and delivering on them. The team in Santa Clara embodies our commitment to always experiment and learn while working with respect, and this achievement is a testament to their initiative and commitment. Join us in congratulating Rolando González Cruz, José Hernández Pulido, Jesus Cruz Alvarez, Jessica Becerril, and the entire Santa Clara team for their dedication and hard work!

Ever wondered what makes LIXIL truly special? Meet Toshie Takahashi, a trailblazer whose journey is one of grit, resilience and a testament to the incredible possibilities that emerge when ambition meets unwavering support. Toshie made a pivotal decision to join LIXIL in 2013 where she found herself at the heart of a burgeoning brand, shortly after LIXIL came together. Over the years, despite the challenges she faced, her resilience and the support LIXIL provided allowed Toshie to balance both of her roles, as a working mother and a leader – pioneering change in policies that support diversity and addressing the needs of employees in over 150 countries to foster growth and shape the future of living. “We have made progress as employees have shown a lot of courage. They have persistently proposed changes for the better and wellbeing of their colleagues. Apart from my experience, I see many others benefitting from the policies implemented to support diversity and growth of our people. I really see how as a company, we are truly making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.” Click here for the full story:https://lnkd.in/g_TxPTFC #EmployeeSpotlight #LIXIL

Dive into the latest WASH insights with our latest edition of the WASH Digest! In this issue, we are thrilled to share with you: 🤝 The renewal of our Make a Splash! partnership with UNICEF: Celebrating five years of work and setting the stage for three more years of dedicated effort towards SDG 6. 🌐 Highlights from the 10th World Water Forum: Uniting voices and visions for water security and resilience in the face of climate change. 📚 Essential WASH Resources: Empowering your programs with knowledge and best practices for inclusivity. Your engagement makes a world of difference—subscribe and share to amplify our collective impact! #LIXIL #UNICEF #Sustainability #Sanitation #Hygiene #Impact

SATO, a part of LIXIL, participated in the 10th World Water Forum organized in Bali, Indonesia. The tri-annual event brought together 64,000 participants from 160 countries. The forum featured an impressive 278 sessions and 254 expo and fair booths, fostering a global dialogue on water and sanitation solutions. Erin McCusker, Leader for SATO and LIXIL Public Partners engaged with industry stakeholders, government officials, and water specialists to explore collective strategies to accelerate global sanitation and hygiene. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/gKsfs--G #WorldWaterForum #Sanitation #Hygiene

For the last five years, LIXIL has been working closely with UNICEF on the Make a Splash! (MaS!) partnership. As the largest shared-value partnership for water, sanitation, and hygiene within UNICEF, we’ve partnered together to promote safe sanitation and hygiene through education and product distribution, empowering governments to prioritize WASH programming, and strengthening sanitation markets around the world. Today, we’re proud to announce that we’ve: 👨👩👧 Reached 12.7 million people through MaS! in five years 🚿 Empowered governments to train over 738,000 stakeholders worldwide in sanitation improvements 🌍 Directed over $2 million from government budgets and facilitated nearly $6 million in loans for activities like stipends for community health promoters in Kenya It’s because of this success that we’re extending our partnership until 2027 to reach more communities around the world – as part of our mission to make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. Learn more about MaS! in our five-year progress report: https://bit.ly/4bKMOY8 UNICEF does not endorse any company, brand, product or service. #watersanitation #WASHsolutions #sustainability #ESG #LIXIL

At this year's Milan Design Week, visitors to the GROHE SPA 'Aquatecture' installation experienced a sense of relaxation and serenity, inspired by the former courtyard garden of Palazzo Reale. The ‘Aquatecture’ installation not only highlighted the benefits of 'Health through Water' but also offered carefully curated pieces from the GROHE SPA portfolio, providing a space for interaction, inspiration, and relaxation amidst the bustling streets of Milan. Throughout Milan Design Week, captivating events unfolded: 👉 Guided tours led by the LIXIL Global Design Team for our clients and the media, introducing new product concepts such as the GROHE Icon 3D and the GROHE Atrio Outdoor Shower, highlighting upcoming product launches for the GROHE Allure Gravity and the new GROHE Satin finish in the colors Satin Steel and Satin Graphite. 👉 Aqua Talks, a series of captivating discussions with renowned architects and leading designers focusing on the impact of water on our health and wellbeing and the creation of luxurious yet regenerative spaces. 👉 Daily Aqua Ritual as an opening ceremony including a meditation and an additional unique sensory experience. We were amazed by the positive feedback and reactions. From people simply sitting and enjoying the calming atmosphere to profound discussions about the fusion of water and architecture as well as our products, the installation embodied the essence of GROHE SPA while presenting it as a luxurious yet accessible, open brand. We thank everyone who was involved in creating this experience and for all guests visiting us at Palazzo Reale! #MilanDesignWeek #GROHESPA #Aquatecture

Exciting News from LIXIL at Kitchen and Bath China (KBC) 2024! 🎉 We are excited to present you with our latest collection of products at this week’s Kitchen and Bath China (KBC) 2024. Between May 14-17, under the theme of "Live Better, Evolve Further," our brands American Standard, GROHE, INAX, and LIXIL Kitchen will present a lineup of products that embody our approach to consumer-centric and sustainable design, including: 🛁 KINUAMI, a foam shower that changes showers into delightful, multi-sensory experiences ♻️ GROHE Everstream, a water-recycling shower that sets a new standard for eco-friendly showering 🔧 3D-printed faucets, pushing the boundaries of design, innovation, and manufacturing 🚽 A versatile lineup of shower toilets, catering to the needs and preferences of our diverse consumers KBC is more than an exhibition—it's a hub for interaction and inspiration with our valued customers, partners, media, and the general public. Leaders like Bijoy Mohan, Executive Officer, Executive Vice President, LIXIL International; Paul Flowers, Chief Design and Brand Officer, and Executive Vice President, LIXIL; and Adele Tao, CEO of LIXIL Water Technology Greater China, will be engaging in dialogues on the kitchen and bath industry in China. We hope to see you there! #KBC2024 #Innovation #Sustainability #BathAndKitchen #LiveBetterEvolveFurther

We are excited to share that LIXIL has received a total of 13 iF Design Awards this year, one of the world’s most prestigious and meaningful recognitions for high design quality, functionality, and social impact. Through our LIXIL power brands – American Standard, INAX, and GROHE – we have been awarded in various categories, ranging from bathroom and kitchen to building technologies and exhibitions. The competition was intense: almost 11,000 entries were submitted from 72 countries in hopes of receiving the international seal of quality. To be awarded means passing a rigorous two-stage selection by a 132-member jury, made up of independent experts from all over the world, and we are very proud to have achieved this a total of 13 times with our consumer-centric solutions. Congratulations to all the teams involved and many thanks to iF DESIGN for the great recognition! #IFDesign #Designaward #LIXIL #GROHE #INAX #AmericanStandard