JR Bus Kanto x Euglena Co., Ltd. Started using Euglena biofuel on regular sightseeing buses departing from Narita Airport
-Introduction of next-generation biodiesel made from microalgae, etc. for the first time in the JR East Group-

Euglena Co., Ltd.
JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd.

　Euglena Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, President: Mitsuru Izumo, hereinafter "Euglena") and JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO) : Yasuyuki Nakamura, hereinafter referred to as "JR Bus Kanto") is a next-generation bio-diesel fuel made from fine algae Euglena (Japanese name: Midorimushi) and used cooking oil on a regular sightseeing bus departing from Narita Airport. We are pleased to announce that we will start introducing (hereinafter, "Euglena bio-diesel fuel") from Saturday, August 22nd.
This is the first time for the JR East Group to operate a sightseeing bus using biofuel.

1 Background of introduction
　Euglena promotes sustainable businesses that are friendly to people's lives and the environment through research and development and manufacturing of biofuels. The JR East Group is working to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by practicing ESG management and solving social issues through its business. Euglena Co., Ltd. and JR Bus Kanto have decided to introduce Euglena ^{biodiesel fuel *} to regular sightseeing buses departing from Narita Airport as a new initiative, aiming to reduce _{CO 2 emissions.} In addition, with the introduction of this fuel, JR Bus Kanto supports the "GREEN OIL JAPAN" declaration, which aims to make Japan an advanced biofuel country.
* Operates by mixing petroleum-derived light oil and biofuel.

2 Introduction route
Regular sightseeing bus "Welcome Narita Select Bus Tour" (1)
[Shibayama Course] Narita Airport-Shibayama Nioson-Roadside Station Tako Hydrangea Hall-Boso no Mura-Narita Airport / Narita Station

3 Introduction start date
From Saturday, August 22, 2020 ^*

<Operation schedule>
From Saturday, August 22 to Sunday, September 27: Operates only on Saturdays and Sundays
After October 1st (Thursday): Scheduled to change the operation contents
* The above-mentioned regular sightseeing bus has been suspended due to the influence of the new coronavirus infection since April 2020, but after implementing infection control measures, some operations will be resumed and Euglena biodiesel fuel We will start the introduction of. We will make efforts so that you can experience the charm of the area through the regular sightseeing bus.

4 Future efforts and comments from the presidents of each company
■ Euglena Co., Ltd. President Mitsuru Izumo
　Euglena biodiesel fuel produced by our company for the first time in the JR East Group, and it is another step toward achieving the goal of making Japan a biofuel advanced country. We were able to get closer. Our biofuel-based sightseeing bus route is a direct flight from Narita Airport, which is the gateway to the sky. For residents of Chiba Prefecture and people in Japan and abroad who visited for sightseeing. , Euglena biodiesel fuel and experience the sustainable efforts of Japan along with the charm of the region. "

■ JR Bus Kanto President Yasuyuki Nakamura
　“We have been introducing Swedish double-decker buses for the past two years. In this connection, we had the opportunity to visit Eurobusworld, a biennial bus and peripheral technology exhibition. The first thing I noticed was that there were many buses equipped with environmentally friendly engines such as renewable, electric, hybrid, etc. I also witnessed the high level of environmental awareness, such as when the president of the bus company asked me about Japan's Climate Change issue and energy policy. By using Euglena 's biofuel, we will continue to make small but environmental efforts."

● Regarding the “GREEN OIL JAPAN” Declaration
　With the completion of Japan's first bio-jet/diesel fuel manufacturing demonstration plant (October 31, 2018), Euglena has declared "GREEN OIL JAPAN," aiming to make Japan an advanced country of bio-fuels. did. Euglena Co., Ltd. supports the "GREEN OIL JAPAN" declaration, uses biofuels, supplies raw materials, and supports the spread of biofuels together. To establish the biofuel business as an industry by increasing the number of supporters who manufacture and use biofuel throughout Japan by 2030. is our goal. Through the realization of these goals, we will work to contribute to the SDGs "GOAL 7: Affordable and Clean Energy", "GOAL 13: Climate Change", and "GOAL 17: Partnerships for the Goals".
　“GREEN OIL JAPAN” Declaration Website https://euglena.jp/greenoiljapan/

● Euglena Biodiesel Fuel
​_{Biofuels are renewable liquid fuels that theoretically emit less CO 2} than existing fossil fuels, and are becoming more widespread around the world, especially in Europe and the United States. On the other hand, conventional biofuels are mainly made from crops such as corn, sugar cane, soybeans, and palms, so problems such as competition with food and an increase in greenhouse gases due to deforestation have been pointed out.
Euglena company to manufacture Euglena bio-diesel fuel, Euglena such as oils and fats and used cooking oil by the main raw material, be an excellent fuel to sustainability without causing problems such as conflicts and deforestation of the food Is expected. In addition, it can be applied to existing engines that use fossil fuels without any problems, and it does not incur the large infrastructure costs required for the transition to alternative energies such as hydrogen and electricity. It may spread efficiently while maintaining the existing infrastructure, and its use may expand.

<About Euglena Co., Ltd.>
　In 2005, we succeeded in establishing the world's first edible outdoor mass culture technology for the Euglena In addition to developing and selling functional foods and cosmetics that utilize Euglena chlorella produced on Ishigaki Island, we are also conducting research toward the production of biofuels. Listed on TSE Mothers in December 2012. TSE First Section market change in December 2014. Homepage https://euglena.jp

<About JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd.>
　Established in March 1988, a subsidiary of JR East. At 17 branches, mainly in the Kanto area, we operate highway buses that connect various parts of Japan starting from Tokyo and Shinjuku, as well as general route buses and chartered buses that are closely linked to the region. From 2018, we are promoting the introduction of highly safe and economical vehicles, such as the introduction of Swedish-made two-story vehicles. Homepage http://www.jrbuskanto.co.jp

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-Contact for inquiries from the press-
Euglena Co., Ltd. Corporate Communication Division
JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd. Transportation Sales Department