Our Focuses｜Social Inclusion｜Public Participation
Social Inclusion
Winbond’s headquarters is located in the Central Taiwan Science Park in Taichung City, with additional facilities and offices in Kaohsiung City and Hsinchu County/City. As a result, the scope of Winbond’s community engagement encompasses these three regions. For communities in Kaohsiung and Hsinchu, where the headquarters is not located, the company prioritizes sustainability initiatives and improvement measures based on operational needs and resource allocation considerations.
To fulfill its ESG vision, Winbond integrates the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to tackle various societal challenges. It incorporates Winbond's core strengths into three main strategic initiatives: Talent Development, Nature-based Solutions, and the Promotion of Charity and Environmental Protection, aiming to leverage resources for social impact.
1.Talent Development: Winbond is committed to fostering individuals by imparting new knowledge and skills, thereby offering opportunities for their development. Notable initiatives in 2023 include the "Semiconductor Academy," "Academic Sponsorship," and organizing "Cultural Events.”
2.Natural-based Solutions: In line with achieving the 2050 net-zero target, Winbond collaborates with various sectors to promote industry-academia-government cooperation programs. Key projects in 2023 include "Afforestation" and "Conservation and Breeding," aimed at carbon removal from the atmosphere and enhancing biodiversity simultaneously.
3.Promotion of Charity and Environmental Protection: Winbond dedicates resources to assist vulnerable groups and improve livelihoods. Key initiatives in 2023 include "Supporting the Disadvantaged," "Emergency Aid," and "Environmental Protection."
Total Social Welfare Investment Amount in 2024
23696109
NTD
Education Financial Aid Raised for Impoverished Students in 2024
4248000
NTD
Supporting elementary school students for a whole year
1062
beneficiaries
Participation in Non-profit organization
To enhance the operational quality of Taiwan's industries, our company actively participates in various industry associations and societies, holding positions as directors, supervisors, and representatives in these organizations. Through these industry associations, we exchange operational experiences with peers, share the latest market trends, supply and demand changes, and technological information with the industry, aiming to contribute to the overall industry.
(Unit：NT$)
Association Name | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Type of Organization | Significant role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taiwan Climate Partnership （TCP） | 150,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | TCP responds to the requirements of international brand customers with practical actions, and at the same time raises the attention of Taiwanese companies and all walks of life to the issue of climate change through international initiatives and linkage. | Served as a director | |
Business Council for Sustainable Development Taiwan (BCSD Taiwan) | 90,000 | 60,000 | BCSD Taiwan is the sole global alliance partner of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) in Taiwan. It was established with the purpose of assisting Taiwanese businesses in developing sustainable strategies and introducing international market standards and research institutions' guidelines on sustainability-related issues. | Served as a member | ||
The Allied Association for Science Park Industries | 540,000 | 540,000 | 540,000 | 540,000 | The Association serves as a bridge for communication of policies and feedback between the government and industry. It coordinates industry efforts and promote the stable development of science park industries. | Served as a director |
The MEMS and Sensors Executive | 20,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | The MEMS and Sensors Executive provides technical services and talent training that cover the upstream, midstream, and downstream industries of micro sensors and actuators. This includes design, manufacturing, packaging, and testing, playing a role in technical support and resource integration. | Served as a member |
Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association (TSIA) | 320,000 | 320,000 | 320,000 | 320,000 | TSIA activities are aimed at building consensus on industry development in order to promote cooperation in competition and the sound development of the industry as a whole. | Served as a director |
Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (TEEMA) | 84,000 | 84,000 | 84,000 | 84,000 | TEEMA serves as a bridge between the government and the industry. It provides members with a diverse range of services on expanding international trade, promoting international relations, supporting industry development, information services, legal advice, and talent development. | Winbond: Served as a strategic advisor Nuvoton: Served as a representative |
Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce (CNAIC) | 63,200 | 40,000 | 40,000 | Dedicated to promoting Taiwan's economic development and international trade relations. The association acts as a bridge between the government and businesses, providing economic and financial policy recommendations, and fostering international industrial cooperation and trade exchanges. | Served as a member | |
Global Semiconductor Alliance(GSA) | 735,000 | 782,250 | 808,500 | 992,250 | GSA is a leading industry organization dedicated to creating a highly efficient, profitable, and sustainable global ecosystem for the semiconductor and high-tech industries. It brings together global industry leaders to foster innovation and accelerate industry growth. | Served as a member |
Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI) | 689,073 | 663,264 | SEMI is a global industry association dedicated to connecting member companies and professionals in the semiconductor and electronic design and manufacturing supply chain to drive industry development. Through initiatives in advocacy, talent development, sustainability, and supply chain management, SEMI promotes collaboration and innovation among industry members, enhancing the competitiveness of the semiconductor industry in Taiwan and globally. | Served as a member | ||
Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association(JEITA) | 1,519,060 | 1,713,768 | 2,007,314 | 2,984,671 | As one of the largest industry associations in Japan, they aim to be a platform that brings together diverse stakeholders, with the IT and electronics industries at its core, in order to solve social issues toward Society 5.0. | Served as Semiconductor Board Executive |
Semiconductor Industry Association in Japan (JSIA) | As one of JEITA's subcommittees, its purpose is to address not only immediate issues but also medium to long-term challenges commonly faced by the Japanese semiconductor industry. | Served as vice chairman | ||||
The Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan | 6,363 | 6,363 | 6,363 | An academic corporation in Japan, established in 1888, composed of scholars and engineers. Its purpose is to contribute to society through research and investigative activities in the field of electrical engineering, including electronics, information, energy, and environment, as well as the presentation of results, from an international perspective. | Served as a member | |
Total Amount | 3,218,060 | 3,679,581 | 4,655,250 | 5,760,548 | Note: The data is presented in New Taiwan Dollars (NTD). The financial data of Nuvoton Japan is converted using Winbond Group's 2024 average exchange rate of 1 Japanese Yen to 0.2121 NTD. | |
Donation and Political Contribution Policy
All donations made by the company are based on considerations of giving back to the community and fulfilling social responsibilities, without any political contributions aimed at lobbying purposes. During the reporting period, no political contributions were made. Significant donations to related parties and non-related parties must be approved by the Board of Directors before being made.
Costs of Association Participation
(Unit：NT$)
Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade associations or tax-exempt groups | 3,218,060 | 3,679,581 | 4,655,250 | 5,760,548 |
| Lobbying, interest representatives, or similar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Local, regional, or national political campaigns/ candidates | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Others (e.g., spending related to ballot measures or referendums) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Direct Lobbying and Trade Association Involvement – Climate-Related Issues
Winbond has established management systems for direct lobbying and trade association engagement that cover Winbond and its subsidiaries' global operations. Ensure that lobbying content is in line with Winbond's Sustainability Policy and the Paris Agreement, review and update association participation on an annual basis to ensure consistency with the company's position and approved by the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
If an association's position on climate change-related issues differs from the company's, Winbond will endeavor to communicate and coordinate with the association, and if it is not possible to reach a consensus, Winbond will withdraw from the association.
No. | Name | Consistency Results |
|---|---|---|
1 | Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International | Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, established the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC), and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy. |
2 | Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association | Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero. |
3 | Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association | Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, provides recommendations for government policies on net zero and energy, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero. |
4 | Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy | Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, established the Taiwan Alliance for Net Zero Emissions, and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy. |
5 | Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce | Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy. |
6 | The Business Council for Sustainable Development | Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and conducts initiatives and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences. |
7 | Taiwan Climate Partnership | Recognizes climate risks, promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences. |