Climate change continues to be a core issue of global consensus concern, with increasingly significant impacts on the environment and society. The atmosphere, oceans, cryosphere, and biosphere are experiencing widespread and rapid changes. Climate change has become an undeniable fact that seriously threatens the survival of all life on Earth. From extreme weather events to frequent natural disasters, more severe challenges are posed to human life and development. According to the Global Risks Report 2024 released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), approximately 66% of respondents listed extreme weather as the primary risk facing
2024, highlighting the urgency for businesses to take immediate action to address these impacts.Novatech has established sustainable environmental management guidelines and put them into action, not only striving to reduce potential negative environmental impacts from its own operations but also preparing to face potential future climate risks. When facing potential future climate changes and environmental challenges, we hope to not only protect the environment but also ensure the sustainable development of the Company.
Management System - External Third-Party Certification
Environmental Management
As global environmental issues intensify, environmental management has become a key focus for governments, businesses, and the public worldwide. Novatech recognizes that a robust environmental management system is fundamental to achieving corporate sustainability goals.To ensure our management practices meet international standards, we have obtained thirdparty certifications. We introduced the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System in 2006,followed by the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, gradually strengthening our foundation for sustainable environmental management across operations and products. In line
with the global trend toward scientific carbon management, Novatech implemented ISO 14064-1:2018 Greenhouse Gas Inventory in 2021, aiming to systematically enhance the company’s carbon reduction capabilities.
In addition to strengthening its management systems, Novatech also extends sustainable management to the value chain of its products and services, along with its cooperation partners moving together towards the path of sustainability. Novatech not only provides high-quality,customized environmental recycling engineering equipment in both hardware and software but also continuously shares updated knowledge on environment, safety, hygiene, and health with our partner vendors. This reflects the Company’s commitment to sustainable environmental development while ensuring that suppliers comply with Novatech’s environmental policies and commitments, fostering alignment across the value chain toward shared sustainability goals.
Environmental Declaration and Environmental Management
As a public commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development, this represents not only the Company’s corporate social responsibility but also a contribution to national efforts in global environmental governance. It clarifies the goals, principles, and action directions for environmental protection, providing common guidelines for government, businesses, and the public to follow.
In 2024, Novatech actively responded to environmental issues by joining relevant external initiatives and taking practical actions. In addition to participating in the "Earth Hour" activity,we also implemented Office Energy Conservation, Healthy Plant-Based Diet, Green Office Supply Procurement, and Office Greening initiatives, integrating energy conservation and carbon reduction into our operations.
To implement the aforementioned energy-saving and carbon reduction activities in daily operations, Novatech has established the Office Energy Saving and Carbon Reduction Code of Practice, which includes compliance standards for energy conservation, water conservation,administrative waste reduction, resource classification, integrated environmental management,employee education, and environmental awareness enhancement.
Novatech has also set mid to long-term environmental management goals for 2030, aiming to gradually reduce the environmental impact of operations while continuing to advance towards sustainable corporate transformation.
Environmental Goals
2024 Supply Chain Environmental Initiative Participation and Action
- E.SUN Bank Sustainability Initiative
Participated in E.SUN Bank's sustainable time deposit program for the second year with US$1 million, actively engaging in sustainable development initiatives
Purchased sustainable development bonds linked to green loans, acquired First Bank's twAA+ sustainable development bonds (Bond Code: G159A3) through
E.SUN Bank, with an amount of NT$10 million, held until maturity date December 8, 2026.
- Earth Hour - Lights Off for One Hour
In continued support of the global carbon reduction initiative "Earth Hour", all Novatech employees participated in the one-hour lights-off activity at home on March 23, 2024. By simply turning off lights,we raise awareness of environmental issues such as climate change and energy conservation. When everyone
contributes these small actions, we collectively amplify our carbon reduction impact and help create a healthier environment.
- Micron Technology ESG Initiative
Continued participation in the property owner's ESG activities, assisting with environmental maintenance.