Climate Change Data

TPV Technology Group

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018, 2020, 2021)

Reporting Period: 2018

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:131,142 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:23,096 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:108,046 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:160,242,101 KWh/year
Water Consumption:1.97 million m3/year
Waste Generated:32,252 tons/year (199 tons hazardous, 32,053 tons non-hazardous)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Recycled 12,604 tons of wastewater
  • Reduced hazardous waste generation by implementing a nitrogen scheme in wave soldering and replacing stain remover with electronic fluorinated cleaning solution
  • Reduced energy consumption of products launched in 2018 by 66% compared to 2010
  • 39% of materials in monitors and 20% of materials in TVs are recycled materials

Social Achievements

  • Launched Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in China and Taiwan
  • Organized various social activities to foster team building and create a harmonious working environment
  • Provided 66,208 hours of training for management staff and 634,845 hours for employees in China
  • Supported the “One to One Subsidization” project providing education for ethnic minority students

Governance Achievements

  • Established an enterprise risk management (ERM) system
  • Implemented anti-corruption principles communicated to employees through handbooks and training
  • Established a robust framework for the disclosure of inside information

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Lower emission volume by 5% by 2020 based on 2017 volume

Environmental Challenges

  • Slow demand and stiff market competition in China
  • Adverse impact of the collapse of some emerging market currencies on local operating performances
  • Infiltration issue in the old water system of Brazil site
Mitigation Strategies
  • Strategic adjustment to product mix, drop in the cost of key components, and savings on warranty costs
  • Strengthened operating structure
  • Fixed infiltration issue in Brazil site with new water-usage efficiency facilities and hydrometers

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: regular evaluations and ad-hoc audits

Responsible Procurement
  • New suppliers undergo rigorous evaluation considering sustainability performance; key suppliers sign agreements committing to environmental and social responsibility

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Guide under Appendix 27 to the Main Board Listing Rules

Certifications: ISO 9001, QC080000, GB/T 19001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Products designed with environmental-friendly materials, energy saving design, and easy-dismantle and collection principles

Awards & Recognition

  • iF Awards, Red Dot Awards, Computex d&I Awards

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:157,289 MTCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:28,188 MTCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:129,101 MTCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:254,251 MWh
Water Consumption:1,902,331 m3
Waste Generated:22,058 tons
Carbon Intensity:17.26 MTCO2e/US$ million

ESG Focus Areas

  • Innovation
  • Health & Safety
  • Sustainability Supply Chain
  • Ethics & Compliance
  • Collaboration with Partners

Environmental Achievements

  • Implemented emission reduction target for all PRC factories, aiming for a 4% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2022 (based on 2018 levels).
  • Replaced traditional lighting with LED panel lights in China and Taiwan.
  • Downsized company vehicle fleet in Brazil to reduce emissions.
  • Installed fume purifiers and used specialized fluids in Xiamen to reduce waste gas emissions.
  • Committed to setting Science Based Targets aligned with the Paris Agreement.

Social Achievements

  • Collaborated with universities to develop talent pipelines and provide training programs benefiting 544 students.
  • Established the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in China and Taiwan to support employee well-being.
  • Increased training budget in Europe for Project Management, Personal & Team Development, and Excel training.
  • Implemented management systems in accordance with ISO 45001 and SA 8000 for health and safety.
  • Partnered with Pact to improve safety and productivity in artisanal mining in the DRC.

Governance Achievements

  • Established an ESG Steering Committee to oversee environmental, social, and governance matters.
  • Implemented a robust enterprise risk management (ERM) system.
  • Maintained zero confirmed incidents or legal actions related to corruption.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce combined Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 4% by 2022 (based on 2018 levels).

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased GHG emissions in 2020 due to increased production.
  • Safety incident in one of the factories due to non-compliance with safety practices.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improved energy efficiency to better manage energy consumption.
  • Disciplined responsible personnel and strengthened training on safety protocols.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual Quality System Audits (QSA) for all suppliers; ad-hoc audits for key suppliers.

Responsible Procurement
  • CSR Code of Conduct; social responsibility agreement; rigorous evaluation process considering sustainability performance; RBA Code of Conduct; conflict-free minerals policies; anti-child and forced labor policies.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards — Core option, UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Certifications: ISO 9001, QC080000, GB/T19001, ISO 45001 (100% of operational facilities), SA 8000 (50% of operational facilities), ISO 14001 (62.5% of operational facilities), ISO 50001 (Amsterdam office)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 4 (Quality Education)
  • SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)

Supporting local schools; providing training and development opportunities; promoting ethical employment practices; reducing environmental footprint; using recycled materials; managing waste responsibly; community involvement.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Monitors with LED backlight technology and power-saving features; products with easy dismantling design; products using recycled materials.

Awards & Recognition

  • iF Product Design Award; Red Dot Design Awards

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Circular Economy
  • Energy Saving
  • Green Technology Innovation
  • Social Responsibility
  • Digital Transformation
  • Intelligent Innovation
  • Green Manufacturing
  • Green Supply Chain

Environmental Achievements

  • Listed in the "ESG Pioneer 50 Index" by SASAC (State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council)
  • Achieved "National Green Factory" certification
  • Selected as one of Dell's three best CSR practice suppliers for its "Green Factory" practices.

Social Achievements

  • Launched employee well-being programs (e.g., 'Advanced Officer Class' talent cultivation program)
  • Donated防疫门廊机 (anti-epidemic corridor machine) to Taipei Nursing and Health University
  • Collaborated with National Taiwan University Hospital, Hsinchu Branch on smart medical solutions
  • Supported Xi'an High-tech Zone's aid-to-Tibet activities by donating TVs
  • Provided rapid support to Xiamen's COVID-19 response by supplying 10,000 TVs

Governance Achievements

  • Improved ESG governance, creating social value, and risk management, leading to a four-star rating in the "ESG Pioneer 50 Index"
  • Consistently won Lenovo's Quality Diamond Award
  • Implemented internal support mechanisms to address production challenges during the Fujian COVID-19 outbreak

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Zero carbon emission

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns in Fujian province
  • Shortage of materials, containers, and personnel during the pandemic
  • Climate change impacts (e.g., flooding)
  • Meeting ESG regulations in various countries
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented internal support mechanisms (staff from different departments supporting production lines)
  • Developed alternative sourcing strategies
  • Established emergency response plans for supply chain disruptions
  • Actively promoting digitalization and intelligent innovation to improve efficiency and reduce emissions

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier sustainability requirements

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products

Awards & Recognition

  • Lenovo Quality Diamond Award
  • ESG Pioneer 50 Index