Taiwan Business Low Carbon Dashboard

　　In response to global low-carbon and green transformation trends, major brands around the world have responded by participating in international environmental initiatives. Some major initiatives include the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) which require companies to evaluate their own carbon reduction mechanisms and goals through scientifically validated methods. Other initiatives include the RE100 in which participating companies commit to using 100% green electricity by 2050 at the latest, the EV 100 asks corporate fleets to transform to using electric vehicles, and the EP100 promotes corporate improvement of green productivity. This dashboard will dynamically update the list of Taiwanese companies participating in various carbon reduction initiatives, providing the latest insights into domestic low-carbon transition trends and ambitions.

Setting a science-based emissions reduction targets.

Transitioning the fleet to 100% EVs by 2030.

Committed to 100% renewable electricity by 2050.

Doubling energy productivity within 25 years.

More Info	Company	Industry	International Carbon Reduction Initiatives
More Info	Company	Industry	SBTi	RE100	EV100	EP100
+	Turvo International Co. Ltd.	Technology and Manufacturing	Committed to set SBT target	X	X	X
•TURVO specializes in the development and production of precision metal parts. By using CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, CNC turning and milling machines with advanced multi-spindle machines and workstations from Germany and Switzerland for high quality, high performance and stable production process, the technology developed is applied to various metal parts. •TURVO has set up factories in Taiwan, China and Thailand. •Quality has passed ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
+	United Microelectronics Corp.	Technology and Manufacturing	Well-below 2°C	V	X	X
• UMC has a presence in Taiwan, Japan, Mainland China, South Korea, Singapore, Europe and the U.S. In June 2021, UMC became the first foundry in the world to declare a net-zero carbon emissions target by 2050, and joined the International Renewable Energy Initiative (RE100), with over 500 suppliers responding. • The company was ranked No. 1 in the DJSI for global performance in the wafer specialty industry - listed as a constituent of the DJSI World Index for 14 consecutive years and also selected as a member of the Emerging Markets Index in 2021.
+	Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation	Technology and Manufacturing	X	V	X	X
• VIS is a leading specialist IC foundry services provider headquartered in Taiwan. Based in Hsinchu Science Park, with five 8-inch fabs worldwide and subsidiaries sitting North America, Mainland China, and Singapore, VIS has a monthly production capacity of approx. 262,000 units of wafers, and a workforce of over 6,000 by 2022, with the goal of becoming a leader in the field of "specialty IC fabrication services." • Recognizing the importance of corporate sustainability and environmental sustainability, the company embarks on a low-carbon transformation and adopts a responsible attitude to map out a sustainable blueprint from compliance to commitment, with the ultimate goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
+	VicRound Limited Company	Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
Established in 1991, VicRound are committed to the development from the optical film and computer peripheral industry to the gaming peripheral industry. In recent years, the company have adjusted direction to focus on ODM/OEM services, with technological innovation and research and development as main focus, integrating optical film into traditional electronics industries. VicRound hold ISO-9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 certifications and have passed BSCI audits.
+	VP Components Co., Ltd.	Technology and Manufacturing	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
• VP mainly produces bicycle pedals, head parts, bottom bracket axles and hubs, handlebars, and other production items including heat treatment, CNC machining, electroplating, aluminum compressing, forging, plastic injection molding, painting, aluminum extrusion, warm forging, silicone, etc. • So far, the company has invested and set up factories in other areas that meet the local market demand, such as Waipu head office in Taichung; electroplating factory in the Changhua Coastal Industrial Park in Lugang, Changhua; aluminum extrusion and warm forging processing in Yuanli, Miaoli; Taicang factory in Shanghai; Jiaxing factory in Zhejiang; and Shuangkou factory in Tianjin, etc., and all of the factories have been operating smoothly to date, with offices in the US and Europe. • VP has passed many green product and other certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO14064, ISO14001, ISO45001, IATF16949.
+	Winkler Partners Legal Information Department	Other	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
Winkler Partners Legal Information DepartmentBorjom Law Firm was established in 2002, providing comprehensive legal services spanning various fields including intellectual property, data protection, dispute resolution, cross-border HR services, and corporate affairs. The firm voluntarily adheres to the internationally recognized PAS2060:2014 standard and has commissioned third-party verification from the British Standards Institution to declare carbon neutrality achieved by the organization in 2021, making it the first law firm in Taiwan to receive such certification. In terms of organization-wide greenhouse gas accounting, the company follows the ISO14064:2018 standard, incorporating emissions from Category Three employee commuting, Category Four business travel, Category Five emissions originating from purchased goods, and other relevant items, thus ensuring more comprehensive carbon footprint data.
+	Wistron Corporation	Technology and Manufacturing	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
• Wistron's vision for sustainability is to become a "company that uses technology to improve the quality of life and the environment.“ • By considering the issues of concern to all stakeholders and focusing on the four pillars of sustainability: "Corporate Governance," "Environmental Protection," "Social Inclusion" and "Innovation Value," Wistron has established a comprehensive ESGI sustainability strategy.
+	Wistron NeWeb Corporation	Technology and Manufacturing	Committed to set SBT target	V	X	X
• WNC is a subsidiary of Wistron Corporation and a Taiwanese manufacturer of wireless communication products. It specializes in network communication, network infrastructure, smart home, and advanced driver assistance system solutions. Its headquarters is located in the Hsinchu Science Park, and it has service and manufacturing bases in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Mainland China, and Vietnam. • In response to the TCFD, SBTi, and RE100, WNC is committed to SBTi carbon reduction goals in 2023, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 42% in scopes 1 and 2, and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. WNC also aims to achieve 100% use of renewable energy by 2040.
+	Wiwynn Corporation	Technology and Manufacturing	Well-below 2°C	X	X	X
• Wiwynn Corp, a subsidiary of Wistron Group, provides solutions for hyperscale data centers and cloud infrastructure products and systems. • Wiwynn Corp continues to develop sustainable products, participates in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and has been awarded a B status in the Climate Change category, and is a member of the Taiwan Climate Partnership. It has set a target of 30% carbon reduction and 30% green electricity use by 2030.
+	YFY Inc.	Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology	X	V	X	X
Established in 1950, YFY Inc. spans across three major business areas: cultural paper, industrial paper products, and household paper. With a complete industry chain covering upstream (forestry, pulp), midstream (papermaking), and downstream (printing, packaging, design), the company implements vertical integration in forestry, pulp, papermaking, design, and printing. YFY Inc. is committed to sustainable development, actively addressing the challenges of climate change through various measures. By implementing initiatives such as fiber carbon sequestration, coal substitution for carbon reduction, and forest carbon sinks, the company effectively reduces carbon emissions and continuously increases the proportion of renewable energy. Furthermore, the company is dedicated to practicing a full circular economy by utilizing resources, conserving ecology, and purifying water sources, establishing five major circular systems in agriculture, papermaking, water resources, and energy.
+	Yuanta Financial Holding Co., Ltd.	Financial Services	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
Yuanta Financial Holding Co., Ltd. is a financial conglomerate spanning securities, banking, life insurance, futures, trust, investment advisory, venture capital, and asset management businesses. The company's sustainable vision is to "become an international benchmark for sustainability and actively promote a better future for future generations." It integrates ESG into its corporate culture and operational strategies. In 2022, it actively participated in domestic and international sustainability initiatives and has been listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) "Emerging Markets Index" and "World Index" for four consecutive years.
+	YuYuang textile Co., Ltd.	Technology and Manufacturing	Aligned to 1.5°C	X	X	X
YuYuang Textile, established in 1961, is a family-owned enterprise with 61 years of history in textile production and sales. The company specializes in integrated operations of knitting, weaving, dyeing, finishing, and garment manufacturing. As an international company, Yu Yuan aligns its strategies in service, quality, and pricing to meet market demands, while also fulfilling environmental responsibilities. The company promotes eco-friendly concepts and produces products that meet Bluesign standards.
+	Zyxel Communications Corporation	Technology and Manufacturing	Committed to set SBT target	X	X	X
• Zyxel Communications Corp, a subsidiary of Zyxel Group, focuses on telecom/connectivity equipment business and is the most awarded Taiwan networking brand in the "Top 25 International Brands in Taiwan" over the years. Zyxel's products and solutions have also been recognized by many prestigious awards in Taiwan and the global telecommunications industry, including the "Taiwan Excellence Award," the "Best of Innovation Award" at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a finalist for the "Best Innovation in Wireless Broadband" at the Broadband World Forum (BBWF) and the " Fiber-To-The-Home Top 100" in the US. • In 2021, Zyxel received the EcoVadis Silver Award, placing it in the top 25% of sustainable companies in all industries, and has received numerous green product and other certifications, including ISO 14001, ISO 14025, ISO 14062, ISO 14064, ISO 14067, ISO 14006, IECQ QC08000, ISO 9001, TL9000, ISO 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 45001.

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Time：2024/10/25