Climate Change Data

和碩聯合科技股份有限公司

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2023)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:515,068.58 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:33,442.43 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:480,916.86 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:709.29 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:4.71% (hydropower)
Total Energy Consumption:2,671,454 GJ/year
Water Consumption:6,495,180 m3/year
Waste Generated:77,089 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.41 tCO2e/million NTD in 2021

ESG Focus Areas

  • Economic Performance
  • Energy Management
  • Greenhouse Gas Emissions
  • Waste Management
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Employment
  • Recruitment and Retention
  • Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per unit of revenue by 33.85% and decreased electricity consumption per unit of revenue by 27.89% compared with 2009 (as of 2020). Achieved 2020 carbon reduction target.
  • Implemented 72 energy-saving projects, saving 7.66 million kWh of energy and reducing carbon emissions by 8,018 tons compared to 2020.
  • Renewable energy generation reached 9.11 million kWh in 2021.
  • Purchased 35350 MWh hydropower in China, accounting for 4.71% of overall electricity consumption in 2021.
  • Waste output decreased in 2021 compared with the previous year (exact percentage not specified).
  • No major punishment due to environmental pollution in 2021.

Social Achievements

  • Organized more than 30 social care activities at its sites, with over 17,000 employees participating.
  • Average salary of non-supervisory full-time employees in Taiwan increased by NT$13,000 in 2021 compared to 2020.
  • Number of employee communication cases increased from 1,419 in 2020 to 2,812 in 2021.
  • 100% closure rate of grievance cases related to gender equality and involuntary labor.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a corporate social responsibility, safety, and health management system (PureCSR management system).
  • Implemented international standardized management systems, including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, IECQ QC 080000, ISO 14064-1, and ISO 50001.
  • Achieved 100% completion rate for all HSF (Hazardous Substance Free) training courses.
  • No material noncompliance with economic, environmental, or labor rights laws or regulations in 2021.
  • 75% of long-term suppliers signed the Statement of Integrity by the end of 2021.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net-zero emissions (aligned with SBTi 1.5°C scenario)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce GHG emissions and electricity consumption per unit of revenue by 25% by 2030 compared with 2019.
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions, logistics congestion, and labor shortages due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Climate change impacts, including extreme weather events and resource scarcity.
  • Water shortage risks in some regions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Increased overall capacity utilization rate through resource allocation and cost control.
  • Adjusted global manufacturing layout to reduce economic costs and supply chain fluctuations.
  • Implemented energy-saving measures and purchased renewable energy.
  • Developed alternative sourcing strategies.
  • Implemented water conservation measures and improved wastewater treatment.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 510 evaluations of supplier environmental performance in 2021; 74 companies completed PureGMS & PureCSR audits (93% completion rate)

Responsible Procurement
  • RBA Code of Conduct
  • PureCSR policy and requirements
  • Hazardous substance management
  • Responsible minerals survey

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme climates
  • Energy shortage
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory requirements (carbon trading, energy tax)
  • Customer requirements (renewable energy)
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and technologies
  • Use of renewable energy

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option)

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, IECQ QC 080000, ISO 14064-1, ISO 50001, ISO 27001 (HQ and Maintek)

Third-party Assurance: SGS

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
  • SDG 9 (Industry, innovation, and infrastructure)
  • SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
  • SDG 13 (Climate action)
  • SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth)

The report details how Pegatron's initiatives contribute to these goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Eco-friendly design and clean manufacturing
  • Energy-efficient products

Awards & Recognition

  • FTSE4Good Taiwan Sustainability Index (9 consecutive times)
  • Golden Pin Design Award (MAGNETO)
  • Taiwan Excellence Award (MAGNETO, AiR)
  • iF Design Award (AiR, VX6)
  • COMPUTEX d&i Award (VX6)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:284,560 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:33,097.7 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:251,462.24 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:10,141,424 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:13.64% of total energy use, 46.73% of total electricity use
Total Energy Consumption:4,001,361 GJ/year
Water Consumption:4,475,351.79 m3/year
Waste Generated:49,528.61 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.23 tCO2e/million NTD revenue

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Labor Rights
  • Information Security
  • Regulatory Compliance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced electricity usage by 7,555 MWh through 52 energy-saving projects.
  • Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 158,978 tons (36%) compared to 2022 and by 221,569 tons (44%) compared to 2021.
  • Renewable energy generation reached 8,823 MWh, and purchased renewable energy and certificates totaled 329,695 MWh.

Social Achievements

  • Zero child labor incidents.
  • 100% closure rate for complaints related to gender equality and involuntary labor.
  • Average monthly employee turnover rate decreased.

Governance Achievements

  • Held 9 board meetings with 92.59% average attendance.
  • Held 8 audit committee meetings with 91.67% average attendance.
  • Held 5 compensation committee meetings with 100% average attendance.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net-zero emissions by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve 50% renewable energy by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce energy consumption by 25% per unit revenue by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical conflicts and inflation.
  • Weak end-market demand affecting some products.
  • Labor shortages.
  • Extreme weather events.
  • Climate change related risks (regulatory changes, market shifts, extreme weather, flooding).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improved operational management and production efficiency.
  • Adjustment of product mix and global manufacturing layout.
  • Increased automation of production.
  • Development of alternative sourcing strategies.
  • Emergency response plans.
  • Investment in renewable energy.
  • Implementation of energy management measures.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 105 audits completed (100% completion rate)

Responsible Procurement
  • RBA Code of Conduct
  • Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather
  • Flooding
  • Droughts
  • Typhoons
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
  • Market shifts
  • Customer demands for carbon reduction
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products
  • Investment in renewable energy

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (2021), SASB Standards, TCFD Standards, UN Global Compact

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001 (key sites), ISO 50001 (5 sites)

Third-party Assurance: DNV

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
  • SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • SDG 13 (Climate Action)

Pegatron's initiatives contribute to these SDGs through various programs and policies related to renewable energy, labor rights, sustainable supply chains, waste reduction, and climate change mitigation.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Energy-efficient electronics

Awards & Recognition

  • FTSE4Good Index constituent (13 consecutive years)