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The use of fossil fuels contributes to global warming, making the choice of energy sources a global concern. Taiwan, being an energy-scarce country, relies on imports for over 90% of its energy, making energy issues even more critical.  

The most important future energy sources are renewable energies like solar, hydro, and wind power, which harness natural forces. These energy sources produce minimal carbon dioxide during their generation, helping to prevent global warming and ensuring sustainability.

• Commitment to 2030: The Taichung plant aims to use 90% green electricity, investing 955 million in renewable energy projects to foster the development of the renewable energy industry and increase its share in the global energy mix.

Equivalent to six 2-liter PET bottles. By turning off the shower one minute earlier, you can save this much water.  

It is estimated that a person needs to use at least 100 liters of water per day. In Taiwan, the daily domestic water consumption per person is 284 liters. About 40% of this is used for bathing, and about 20% for flushing toilets. The majority of water is used for “washing.” Leaving the shower running for 1 minute wastes about 12 liters of water, which is equivalent to six large PET bottles (2 liters each).  

Winbond aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, “Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all,” with the following achievements:

• In 2021, Winbond passed the ISO 14046 water footprint verification and introduced the ISO 46001 water efficiency management system in 2023.
• Winbond effectively collects rainwater and condensate as alternative water resources, using 1.83 million liters for irrigation and secondary uses by 2023.
• Winbond implements new water-saving measures annually, introducing six new measures in 2023, increasing water savings by approximately 390,000 cubic meters. From 2019 to 2023, the cumulative water savings reached approximately 4 billion liters.
• In 2023, the water reclamation volume reached 13.15 million cubic meters, with a fab-wide water reclamation rate of about 82.2% and a manufacturing water reclamation rate of about 90.1%, meeting the environmental impact assessment commitments of the Science Park.

The most representative greenhouse gas is carbon dioxide, along with methane and fluorocarbons.  

lobal warming is primarily caused by human activities, such as the extensive use of coal and oil as fuels, and the significant use of electricity and gas, all of which emit carbon dioxide, exacerbating global warming.  

Everyone on Earth has a responsibility to prevent further deterioration of global warming. It is not just the responsibility of governments or corporations; each individual must take action.

• Since 2006, Winbond has participated in the Perfluorocarbon Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Project initiated by the Taiwan and World Semiconductor Council, reducing approximately 2.28 million tons of CO2 emissions.

Among the 1 million species at risk of extinction, about half are insects. 

The Earth has faced five mass extinction events in the past, leading to concerns that a sixth mass extinction may be imminent. Currently, the rate of species extinction is 10 to 100 times faster than the average rate over the past 10 million years. 

Winbond aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 15, “Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss,” with the following achievements:

• At the Kaohsiung fab, Winbond has planted approximately 1,300 native tree species in collaboration with National Chung Hsing University as part of a 30-year afforestation project, with an estimated total carbon sequestration of 390 metric tons of CO2e.
• Participated in the Ministry of Agriculture’s tree adoption program, planting four native tree species with an estimated total carbon sequestration of 990 metric tons of CO2e.
• Launched the Baoshan Plant Preservation Project, targeting the cultivation of native Taiwanese tree species. Currently, 27 species have been collected and cultivated, including one species classified as critically endangered, one as endangered, six as vulnerable, and three as near threatened in the Red List.
• Conservation efforts for the endangered wild plant “Spiranthes sinensis” (Lady’s Tresses orchid), protecting its habitat and maintaining ecological balance.

Among them, Refuse (refusing to generate waste) means only buying necessary items and rejecting excessive packaging to prevent waste from being generated in the first place.  

There are four key words for cherishing resources, collectively known as the “4Rs of Environmental Protection.” These 4Rs are - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Refuse. These are actions that everyone can start immediately to cherish resources.  

Winbond aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12, “Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns,” with the following achievements:

• Winbond commits to not using conflict minerals and publishes an independent Conflict Minerals Due Diligence Report.
• 100% of key suppliers have signed Winbond’s Supplier Code of Conduct Commitment Letter.
• Continuously promoting sustainability awareness, organizing various low-carbon activities with suppliers to build consensus on carbon reduction.
• In 2023, a total of 24 supplier ESG workshops were held