Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced carbon emissions by 938,256 tons
• Improved energy efficiency by 4800000 degrees
• Clean electricity 17.8 billion degrees
• Water recycling rate (Hsinchu plant) 85%
• Packaging recycling rate 100% (plastic pallets), 95% (ribbon spools), 80% (battery cell packaging boxes)

Social Achievements

• Employee training hours 7,181 hours
• New employee mentoring program trained 368 people
• Supported 109 underprivileged children
• Donated nearly 160,000 NTD and 3,253 items of aid

Governance Achievements

• Ranked among top 21%~35% in corporate governance assessment for four consecutive years
• Obtained 3.6 billion NTD in R&D funding
• Reduced transportation costs by 30.2%
• 100% supplier assessment audit completion rate
• Battery and module problem rates below 1.5% and 0.33% respectively

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain disruptions
• Climate change impacts on operations
• Maintaining high service quality
• Managing risks related to product quality, human rights, and environmental protection
• Ensuring fair labor practices and employee well-being

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed alternative sourcing strategies
• Implemented various sustainability initiatives
• Established robust corporate governance structure
• Implemented various policies and programs to address social and environmental challenges
• Engaged in stakeholder dialogue and collaboration

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 100%

Responsible Procurement

• Code of conduct
• Supplier sustainability requirements
• Conflict mineral avoidance

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI G4

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• High-efficiency solar cells and modules
• Energy-efficient products

Awards & Recognition

• Taiwan Excellent PV Award
• Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Report Silver Award
• Kineng Award
• Hsinchu Science Park water and energy conservation awards
• Awards from the Ministry of Economic Affairs

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Company Governance
• Employee and Social Participation
• Partnerships
• Green Energy and Environmental Protection
• Ethical Integrity
• Economic Performance
• Legal Compliance
• Wastewater and Waste
• Labor-Management Communication
• Compensation and Benefits
• Occupational Safety and Health

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced carbon emissions by 839,576 tons through solar power generation.
• Achieved 697,303 kWh of energy savings in manufacturing processes.
• 98% recycling rate for plastic pallets.
• 95% recycling rate for ribbon spools.
• 80% recycling rate for cell packaging boxes.

Social Achievements

• Conducted 297 occupational safety and health training sessions.
• Reduced lost-time injury frequency (FR) for males from 2.17 to 1.5 and for females from 3.41 to 1.09.
• Organized 10 employee welfare activities, 3 of which had a participation rate exceeding 97%.
• Donated 100 care gifts to elderly people.
• Supported 18 underprivileged children through the “Diligent Learning Family” project.

Governance Achievements

• Successfully completed the merger of three solar energy companies.
• Achieved top 50% ranking in Taiwan's corporate governance assessment.
• Received the “Most Representative M&A Award” at the 2018 Taiwan M&A Golden Award.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Fluctuations in solar energy prices.
• Supply chain disruptions.
• International trade wars.
• Climate change impacts (water scarcity).
• Labor law revisions.
• Competition in the solar energy industry.

Mitigation Strategies

• Diversification of supply chain and markets.
• Development of alternative sourcing strategies.
• Implementation of risk management strategies.
• Development of energy-efficient products.
• Adjustments to employee scheduling and staffing.
• Continuous improvement of processes and technologies.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 16 supplier audits in 2018

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Emphasis on quality, cost, delivery, service, and management.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Water scarcity

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes
• Market shifts

Opportunities

• Growth in renewable energy demand

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: 2016

Certifications: ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 (later ISO 45001)

Third-party Assurance: GREAT International Certification Co., Ltd. (Type 1 moderate assurance)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 2 (Zero Hunger)
• Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
• Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
• Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
• Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
• Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
• Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
• Goal 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)

The report details how various initiatives contribute to these SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• High-efficiency solar cells and modules
• Bifacial solar modules
• Energy storage systems

Awards & Recognition

• Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Award (Gold)
• Taiwan Excellent PV Award
• Taiwan Excellence Award
• Bloomberg New Energy Finance Tier 1 Module Manufacturer List
• Taiwan M&A Golden Award

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Company Governance
• Employee and Social Participation
• Partnership
• Green Energy, Energy Saving, and Environmental Protection

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced carbon emissions by 5% in 2021, with a total reduction of 3,135 tons; emission intensity decreased by 12%
• Reduced water consumption by implementing various water recycling systems, accumulating water saving performance of approximately 537,562 tons from 2013 to 2021.
• Waste reduction of 184 tons compared to the previous year.

Social Achievements

• Launched various employee well-being programs, including health check-ups, massage services, and fitness facilities.
• Organized various community investment activities, such as supporting underprivileged children and donating to charities.
• 100% resolution of employee complaints (3 cases).

Governance Achievements

• Established a dedicated corporate governance department to oversee compliance and ethical conduct.
• Implemented a robust internal control system and conducted regular audits.
• No major violations of laws and regulations in 2021.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising international energy prices.
• Water scarcity due to frequent droughts and floods.
• Potential for occupational accidents and health issues.

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed alternative sourcing strategies and strengthened supply chain management.
• Implemented various water recycling systems and water conservation measures.
• Strengthened occupational safety and health management systems, including regular training and drills.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 16 suppliers audited in 2021

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier selection criteria include environmental, labor, and ethical considerations.
• Requirement for suppliers to sign a Corporate Social Responsibility Commitment Letter.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes, market shifts

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: 2016

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, VPC (BSMI PV Taiwan Plus)

Third-party Assurance: 格瑞國際驗證有限公司

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
• Goal 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
• Goal 9 (Industry, innovation, and infrastructure)
• Goal 10 (Reduced inequalities)
• Goal 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
• Goal 13 (Climate action)
• Goal 16 (Peace, justice, and strong institutions)

The report details how URE's initiatives contribute to these SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• High-efficiency solar cells and modules
• Energy storage systems

Awards & Recognition

• Taiwan Excellent PV Award (Golden Energy Award)
• Bloomberg New Energy Finance Tier 1 list