With “zero environmental incident” being the fundamental goal, we adopted the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems and obtained certification in 2004 (as shown in the figure to the right) for full compliance with environmental regulations. Through comprehensive ESH management procedures, we control the potential adverse environmental risk. The Environmental Protection Department conducts quarterly regulator y compliance assessments on air pollution, water pollution, waste, toxins, and other items, and takes measures to address applicable laws and regulations. Improvement and preventive measures would be taken immediately if any risk of non-compliance is identified.
There are no ecological reserves nor endangered species in the vicinity of our operation sites, and our operations do not have an adverse impact on the environment or surrounding species. Also, there are no species on the IUCN Red List in the neighborhood. We would continue to drive the upgrade and improvement of pollution prevention and control facilities as well as monitor the pollutant emissions. Abnormal values would be handled immediately by on-site personnel according to the emergency and reporting procedures as a precaution and to prevent pollution as well as violation of laws and regulations.
Given the rising trend of green environmental awareness, the use of electronic materials stresses on pollution reduction. Thus, material suppliers intensify their research and development efforts towards eco-friendly materials, which initiates a material revolution in the CCL industry. Currently, electronics manufacturers gradually shift towards eco-friendly substrates. With increasing environmental awareness and regulatory requirements, eco-friendly materials will become the basic product requirements.
Through the establishment of IECQ QC080000 Hazardous Substance Process Management System, international regulatory information is updated when needed and incorporated into the Company's management practices. We also solicit feedback from suppliers to ensure our products made of FPC materials comply with international regulations and customers’ requirements related to hazardous substance management.
In addition to high frequency, speed, density, and dimensional stability, our research and development pursues more advanced, energy-saving as well as thinner and lighter substrate materials to meet the higher environmental standards in the future. Through continuous improvement on process technology and collaboration with upstream raw material suppliers and downstream FPC customers, we gradually reduce the resources and energy consumed per production unit, thereby mitigating the environmental impact and contributing to the sustainable development of a green earth.
The purpose of Taiflex's environmental accounting system is to identify and quantify the Company's environmental costs, while also assessing the economic benefits derived from the implementation of environmental protection initiatives. This includes evaluating cost reductions and revenues generated through such projects, with the goal of encouraging and promoting environmentally responsible initiatives that also offer financial returns. Environmental expenditures include audits on environmental system standards, pollution control, environmental monitoring, eco-education, sponsorship to eco-organizations, etc. Collaborative partners include third-party testing, inspection, and certification agencies, resource recycling service providers, professional waste disposal companies, and environmental monitoring organizations.
Economic benefits are calculated based on the estimated cost savings achieved through reductions in energy use, water consumption, and waste generation resulting from environmental protection initiatives, combined with the revenue generated from waste recycling and reuse. The Company compiles annual statistics on environmental-related expenditures and corresponding environmental benefits. For detailed information, please refer to the sustainability report for the year.
