Voltronic Power Technology Corp.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:296,968 kg CO2e (Taiwan only)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:606,743 kWh (Taiwan only)
Water Consumption:154,150 m3 (Taiwan only)
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Corporate Governance
- Environmental Protection
- Social Responsibility
Environmental Achievements
- Main factories passed ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications.
- Products have a reuse or recycle ratio of over 80%, meeting EU WEEE Directives.
- Reduced carbon emissions by implementing energy-saving measures (specific figures not provided but mentioned as achieving targets).
Social Achievements
- Established Employee Welfare Committee.
- Held quarterly labor-management conferences.
- Provided various employee welfare measures (travel expenses, year-end banquets, bonuses, etc.).
- Implemented employee safety and health training programs.
- Complied with labor laws and international labor standards.
Governance Achievements
- Ranked among top 5% in Corporate Governance Evaluation (2016-2019) and top 6%-20% in 2020.
- Established Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, Nominating Committee, and Corporate Governance and Sustainability Committee.
- Created the position of Chief Governance Officer.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Fluctuating demands and revenue due to the global pandemic.
- Weakening US dollar and strengthening RMB impacting gross margins.
- Increase in raw material prices.
- Exchange rate fluctuations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Proactive price negotiations with customers.
- Increased US dollar holdings and RMB deposits to balance foreign currency exposure.
- Developing alternative sourcing strategies (implied).
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Rigorous quality tests
- Supplier CSR Management Agreement
- Emphasis on legal compliance, labor rights, environmental protection, and CSR
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products (InfiniSolar)
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018
Third-party Assurance: Deloitte & Touche
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- InfiniSolar (hybrid inverter)
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:788,186 MtCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:175 MtCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:19,129 MtCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:768,882 MtCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:31.52 MtCO2e per million USD of sales in 2021
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
Environmental Achievements
- Set up solar panels and Energy Storage System in the self-built factory in Zhongshan, China to improve the self-made rate of electricity.
- Reduced carbon intensity (CO2 emissions per million USD of sales) from 33.84 in 2020 to 31.52 in 2021.
Social Achievements
- Not disclosed
Governance Achievements
- Fully integrated and applied the TCFD framework in the governance of climate-related risks and opportunities since 2021.
- Established a Climate Change Management Committee, ESG Executive Committee, and Risk Management Committee to oversee climate-related actions.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net Zero Emissions in our own operation by 2035.
- Net Zero Emissions in the value chain by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Transition risks: Emerging regulations related to GHG emissions reporting, net-zero targets, and value chain emissions.
- Physical risks: Extreme weather events (flooding, typhoons, heat waves) impacting operations and supply chains.
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed a low-carbon transition plan aligned with the Paris Agreement goals.
- Implemented a company-wide risk management program to identify, assess, and manage climate-related risks.
- Set up solar panels and energy storage systems to reduce reliance on grid electricity.
- Improved resource efficiency in production and distribution processes.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Not disclosed
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (flooding, typhoons, heat waves)
Transition Risks
- Emerging regulations
- Increased pricing of GHG emissions
- Enhanced emissions-reporting obligations
- Mandates on and regulation of existing products and services
Opportunities
- Resource Efficiency
- Energy Source
- Products and Services
- Markets
- Resilience
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TCFD
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Independent Certified Public Accountants
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Energy Storage System
- EV Charger
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed