Natural Environment and Biodiversity Preservation
E.SUN supports the Convention on
Biological Diversity, and promotes
sustainable ecological development to
fulfill the United Nation's sustainable
development goals (SDG 13 Climate
Action, SDG 14 Life Below Water,
and SDG 15 Life on Land). E.SUN's
sustainable ecological development
strategy comprises of 3 focuses: species
conservation, habitat conservation,
and environmental sustainability.
E.SUN believes that actions must start
from within, and takes the initiative to
respond to environmental engagement
and employee environmental activities
initiatives worldwide and nationwide. In
2022 we joined the Taskforce on Naturerelated
Financial Disclosures (TNFD),
further expanding our sustainable
finance assessment to include nature
and biodiversity topics, taking action
for Taiwan's natural beauty and a more
sustainable world.
■ 2022 Main Achievements
Species Conservation
- 「Sea Turtle Conservation Project」–
Nursed 46 turtles to health and
released 10 back to the wild in total
since project began.
- 「Polar Bear Environmental
Education Project」– 20 events held
with over 2,200 participants since
project began.
- 「Formosan Black Bear Conservation
Project」–73 events held over 11
consecutive years in partnership with
Taipei Zoo.
- 「Xinyi Township Millet Cultivation
Revival Plan」– Started millet
cultivation in Xinyi Township Heshe
Plant Nursery(0.35 ha)and Tungpu
daigaz(0.15 ha), helping restore
28 disappeared native species.
Habitat Conservation
- 「E.SUN–NTU ESG Centenary
Project」– Cultivated and planted
10,000 native-species trees trees in
partnership with NTU.
- 「E.SUN Maravi Rice Project」–
Protecting biodiversity through
promotion of organic farming and
industry transformation, 340 tons of
organic rice have been purchased
since project began.
- 「Plant a tree, Plant a life」– For four
consecutive years, we have worked
with the Forestry Bureau to promote
the national forest and coastal forest
planting project, and have planted
40,000 native tree seedlings.
- 「Beautiful Taiwan, Smiling E.SUN」
environmental cleanup- 6,866
participants in total.
- Adopting trails in Yushan National
Park– Maintaining around 260 km of
hiking trail facilities and cleanliness
in the park.
Environmental Sustainability
- 「Earth Hour」– We are the exclusive
assisting organizer for "Earth Hour"
that was started by The Society of
Wilderness (SOW) and the World
Wildlife Fund (WWF).
- 「World Car Free Day」– Encouraged
customers to "Live Green" in
response to global initiatives. E.SUN
Easy Card Co-branded card holders
took around 360 thousand YouBike
trips monthly.
- 「Summer Solstice Lights Out」–
In response to the SOW's lights out
event, we volunteered to turn off
signage lights during summer, saving
444,980 kWh of electricity which is
equivalent to 226.5 tons of carbon
emissions.
- 「Green Cycling Day」-A cycling
event in collaboration with Discovery,
with 1,000 people riding 24.8 km
across two cities, saving 1.5 tons of
emissions.
■ Formosan Black Bear Conservation Project
The Formosan black bear is Taiwan's sole native bear species. The preservation of
this species in Taiwan not
only means their survival, but also implies protecting the integrity of Taiwan's
forest ecosystems and overall
biodiversity. Since 2012, E.SUN FHC has been working with Taipei Zoo to promote a
series of black bear
conservation activities. In 2014 we launched the Black Bear Affinity Card and
invited our customers to support
the conservation of Taiwan's native species.
Issuance of Taiwan's first
credit card combining
conservation and environmental concept—the "Black Bear Affinity Card."
E.SUN Bank worked with Taipei Zoo to issue Taiwan's
first CSR credit card that incorporated environmental
conservation concepts—the "Black Bear Affinity
Card". 0.2% of the transaction amount goes to an
animal conservation fund when using this card. This
fund has totaled NT$10 million in donations to Taipei
Zoo, and has been used for black bear conservation,
habitat protection, restoration of Taiwan's native
species, and environmental education programs.
Customers who use the "Black Bear Affinity Card"
to make donations to Taipei Zoo, Taiwan Black
Bear Conservation Association, Animal Protection
Association of the ROC, and Taiwan Environmental
Information Association also receive triple bonus
points.
The first animal
conservation specialty branch in
Taiwan "Black Bear Branch"
E.SUN Bank's Hualien Branch utilizes unique local
features and dedicates its efforts to promoting animal
conservation and biodiversity. Visitors will immediately
see the black bear mascot when they walk into
the branch's lobby, and the waiting area has an
audiovisual section that plays a documentary of E.SUN
caring for bears produced by Yushan National Park
Administration. There is also a black bear knowledge
corner that provides an abundance of information on
the conservation of Formosan black bears. The ATMs
are wrapped in adorable pictures of the bears, in
hopes to raise awareness of animal conservation and
knowledge in customers and local communities.
Promotion of Formosan black
bear conservation
education
For 11 years, E.SUN and Taipei Zoo have jointly
promoted the conservation of Formosan Black Bears
with 73 events held since. In 2022 we supported the
"Night Safari in Taipei Zoo" event. Through activities
such as Zookeeper Story time and BB Keeper's
Talk, people were introduced to the habits and
living environment
of the Formosan
black bear and given
deeper knowledge
on ecological
conservation.
■ "E.SUN–NTU ESG Centenary Project"
In collaboration with NTU, we will plant native conifers such
as the Taiwan Red Cypress, Formosan Hinoki, Cryptomerialike
Taiwania, Taiwan Incense Cedar, and Formosan China-fir in
the Yushan mountain range. 100,000 trees are expected to be
planted within 10 years beginning in 2022, totaling 50 hectares
in area. The forest is expected to absorb 242 thousand tons of
Carbon Dioxide over the course of a century, equivalent to the
annual absorption of 617 Daan Forest Parks. After growing and
thinning, 25 thousand trees will be kept to grow over a century,
laying the foundation for soil and water conservation, with carbon
sequestration and circular economy benefits. In 2022, there are
11,611 trees which are native species were planted.
■ E.SUN Maravi Rice
E.SUN has been supporting the "E.SUN Maravi Rice project" for 9
consecutive years along with Yushan National Park, encouraging
local farmers to adopt organic agriculture for sustainable food
production and protect biodiversity. E.SUN acquired 340,000 kg
of Maravi Rice in total and further found extremely rare native fish
Aphyocypris Kikuchii in the paddies.
■ "Beautiful Taiwan, Smiling E.SUN"
environmental clean-up activity
We have organized environment cleaning and beach cleanups
under the "Smiling E.SUN" event for 13 consecutive years
since 2010. In support of World Cleanup Day, we organized
street cleaning around business locations and beach cleanups
from April 27th to November 19th. We organized a total of 165
cleanups with a total of 6,866 volunteers, taking action to reduce
plastic and waste and protect our beautiful homeland.
■ Adopting trails in Yushan National Park
We have adopted and maintained 260km of trails in Yushan
National Park trail for 14 consecutive years. We use this
opportunity to promote conservation and environmental education,
and encourage E.SUN employees to participate and work together
to protect the environment.
■ "Plant a tree, Plant a life" E.SUN plant trees project
In order to reduce habitat loss, E.SUN has been jointly promoting the "Plant a
tree, Plant a life" for 4 consecutive years in collaboration with the Forestry
Bureau.
In 2022, the bank as well as coastal forests with a total area of 26.13 hectares.
Planting 10,005 saplings of native tree species, including Formosan Ash, Blue
Japanese Oak, Formosan Sweet Gum, Formosa Acacia, Red Nanmu, Mori Cleyera,
and Taiwan Gordonia, totaling over 40,000 trees planted from 2019 to 2022.
In March and October of 2022, E.SUN Management team led E.SUN volunteers to
plant trees in national forest site in Keelung City and costal forest site in New
Taipei
City, putting in our effort for the environment and enriching local biodiversity.
"E.SUN Visa Signature",
Taiwan's first charitable card with an emphasis on
environmental awareness
In 2009, E.SUN Bank introduced the first charitable credit card with an emphasis
on environmental awareness, the E.SUN Visa Signature card. We continue to invite
cardholders to participate in the " Plant a tree, Plant a life " project, and
feedback
to this land through tree planting. We encourage Visa card members to apply for
electronic bills or mobile bills, and donate 0.2% of each transaction amount for
tree
planting programs. We've planted 40,000 trees under this project.
Adopting Bus Stops to
Communicate the Importance of Protecting Nature
We adopted Hutienqiao Bus Stop near the forestation site of " Plant a tree, Plant
a life " project for 3 consecutive years. The unique design of green leaves and an
adorable Formosan black bear symbolizes life and growth in nature, while also
showing E.SUN's efforts to restore the Formosan black bear and plant trees for
the planet. More importantly, we hope that the interesting design will allow parents
and children who visit this place to check in and take photos and also cherish the
natural environment!
Social Inclusion
Seeing E.SUN, Seeing Taiwan
72 participating countries, breaking through
the pandemic and transcending borders with
artistic communication
In everyone's heart, there is a Mt. Jade. What does
Mt. Jade in your heart look like? Is it full of blooming
azaleas, surrounded by clouds and seas, or is it as
white as jade? As E.SUN turns 30, we cherish the
land of Taiwan and organize the ' E.SUN Awards '
event, with categories such as 'General Public Group',
'Student Group', and 'Foreigner Group'. A total of 2,202
artworks were submitted, including 72 countries from
five continents. After careful selection, 27 outstanding
award-winning works were chosen for a touring
exhibition. Through the creativity and brushwork of
artists, we not only see the impressions of Mt. Jade
in the eyes of Taiwanese and foreign artists, but also
let this symbol of Taiwan's spirit reach new heights,
breaking through the barriers of cross-border movement
during the pandemic and bringing new hope to the
post-pandemic world.
Encouraging cultural and artistic creation,
promoting true beauty through finance
The Social Group's first prize went to Shian-Wen Hu's
work 'Worship', which realistically portrays a young
girl's aspirations, symbolizing her determination to
reach the peak of her life despite hardships. The
Student Group's first prize was awarded to Pin-Si
Lin, a student at Tsinghua University, for her work
' You and the Beauty You Don't Even Know', which
depicts the unique flora and fauna nurtured by Mt.
Jade, such as Taiwan Alpine Rhododendron, Single-
Seed Juniper, Formosan Sambar Deer, and Formosan
Salamander, highlighting the protective image of Mt.
Jade's abundant life force. Hai-Hui Wang from New
Zealand, whose work 'TheTreasures of Yushan' uses a
jewelry box filled with precious gems as its theme, with
Mt. Jade being the precious jade treasure stored within,
holding valuable history, memories, and wealth, won
the Foreigner Group's first prize. Mt. Jade, the highest
mountain in Taiwan, is fresh, magnificent, and most
beautiful. In the E.SUN Awards' works,we see the beauty of Taiwan's land, infused
with
the artists' emotions, knowledge, and creativity.
The diversity of Mt. Jade's natural landscape and
the vitality of Taiwan's native flora and fauna are
the focus of many works. E.SUN Bank has long
been committed to art, culture, and music, striving
to make Taiwan even better. Through the 'E.SUN
Awards' event, we not only provide assistance and
opportunities for artists' creations but also encourage
artistic talents to continue moving forward. We
also hope to raise awareness of the protection of
natural ecosystems and the appreciation of Taiwan's
rich natural resources through art, contributing to
sustainable development and making the world a
better place.
E.SUN Financial Holding Company responds to the United Nations Sustainable
Development
Goals (SDGs) and the National Sustainable Development Committee of the Executive
Yuan's
'Taiwan Sustainable Development Goals' by identifying, prioritizing, selecting
appropriate
goals, and initiating actions. E.SUN starts from corporate strategic direction and
core
business operations, identifying the highest relevance, including 'Quality
Education' and
other 8 items. Furthermore, according to the 'Taiwan Sustainable Development Goals',
E.SUN
discloses relevant results based on corresponding goals, supporting national
sustainable
development and actively practicing corporate social responsibility.
Key Response Targets |
Business Drive |
Stakeholder Engagement |
4 Quality Education
|
Talent is a leading indicator and a key indicator. E.SUN believes that
if a company wants to achieve
sustainable operation and a country's future to be filled with
competitiveness, the most important
thing is talent cultivation. From rural primary schools, higher
education, to corporate learning, E.SUN
supported the improvement of education quality through practical
actions. We launched the Golden
Seed Project to build libraries for resource-poor primary schools,
improving reading environments;
through industry-academia cooperation, campus competitions, and
cultivating outstanding talent
scholarships, we support key talents in various fields in Taiwan,
enriching the nation's intellectual
capital; by combining the strength of top universities in Taiwan, we
issue the E.SUN Academic
Award, affirming professors' research achievements published in top
academic journals, and
cultivating more outstanding scholars and excellent students; organizing
international master forums,
introducing international top strategic, marketing, and management
knowledge, and jointly stimulating
innovative thinking with Taiwanese enterprises, finding new paths for
growth and enhancing Taiwan's
competitiveness. |
Since there were no large-scale library renovation projects
for rural schools by private enterprises in Taiwan before this
project, E.SUN did not have references to follow. However, the
determination to create libraries for rural primary schools was
so strong that we discussed with children's reading education
experts, school teachers and principals, and design companies
to create a suitable library structure for children. After the
completion of the E.SUN Library, E.SUN continues to exchange
opinions with schools, regularly visit the site for understanding,
maintenance, repair, and renewal, allowing teachers and
students to make better use of the library, and making every new
library better in the future. |
8 Create Decent Work and Economic Growth
|
Banking is not only a credit business for managing financial risks, a
service business for meeting
customer needs, but also an innovative business leading social
development and a public business
pursuing economic benefits. E.SUN actively develops financial
technology, assists small and mediumsized
enterprises in obtaining capital and transformation, and brings new
momentum to economic
growth. While pursuing external development, we also focus on internal
stability. E.SUN values
employee training and protection. We believe that employees are the most
important assets of a
company. With a comprehensive career blueprint and welfare system, we
create a good working
environment and hope to become a second home where employees are happy
and united. |
E.SUN has long-term cooperation with government resources,
vigorously promoting the 'SME Credit Guarantee Fund'
guarantee financing business, and also working with government
agencies to develop policies, assisting SMEs in obtaining crucial
operating funds. In addition, E.SUN actively explores high-quality
potential enterprises, through interviews, in-depth investigations,
and sharing successful experiences, guiding enterprises to
participate in national-level awards, improving the quality of
enterprise operations, and assisting in growth transformation. |
3 Health and Wellbeing Good health and well-being
|
Health is the foundation of happiness and the key to the sustainable
operation of nations and
enterprises. With the aging trend in Taiwan, the demand for medical
resources is growing, and medical
personnel are beginning to face a shortage of manpower. E.SUN not only
donates medical supplies
and initiates blood donation activities but also collaborates with
academic institutions to cultivate the
nursing talents needed by society, enhancing Taiwan's social health care
capacity. At the same time,
E.SUN also leverages its experience in developing financial technology
to assist hospitals in digital
transformation and provide customer service courses, making it easier
for the public to access highquality
medical services and resources. On the other hand, E.SUN regularly
cooperates with hospitals
to hold free medical consultation activities and home medical services,
helping more patients with
mobility difficulties or living in remote areas to receive proper
medical care and maintain a healthy
life. E.SUN continues to invest in the health and medical fields,
combining more cross-border forces,
hoping to create a healthier and better society together. |
In the home dental care service project, E.SUN cooperates with
the National Association of Dentists of the Republic of China,
actively communicates with dentists, and assists in providing
resources needed for remote consultation, home medical
services, etc. At the same time, through remote schools and
patient feedback, more volunteer manpower is mobilized, and
suitable equipment is donated to help dentists go deep into
remote areas, improve mobile medical capabilities, and allow
remote residents to receive better oral care and health. |
Academic Education
Item |
Content |
Achievement |
English Hand-in-Hand Project |
Since the project's launch in 2019, starting from resource-poor Jiayi
County and Yunlin
County, we have invited English teachers to provide after-school
guidance in rural primary
schools. To further expand teaching capacity, we collaborated with the
Taiwan International
Talent Development Association in 2022, adopting the concept of 'home
tutoring for rural
children,' allowing college students to accompany children in learning
English and jointly
striving to create a better English learning environment. |
- In 2022, more college students joined the teaching team, serving
areas in
Keelung City and New Taipei City.
- A total of 163 classes have been set up, benefiting 2,734 rural
students in
learning English with an open heart.
|
E.SUN Golden Seed Project |
Since 2007, combining the efforts of E.SUN, its employees, and clients,
we have donated a
portion of the annual fees from E.SUN World Cards and domestic card
transaction amounts
to establish E.SUN libraries in rural or resource-poor areas,
continuously sowing the seeds of
knowledge. |
- In 2022, 6 new E.SUN libraries were added, providing better
reading
environments for children and residents in rural areas.
- Over 200,000 World Card holders have participated, completing a
total
of 173 E.SUN libraries, donating 450,000 books, 108 book
sterilization
machines, and benefiting over 115,000 children.
|
E.SUN Academic Award |
To encourage top-notch academic research and promote domestic management
research
and international connections, the E.SUN Academic Award was established
in 2010,
rewarding professors who have published papers in the TOP3 international
leading journals
in different management fields. |
- In collaboration with National Taiwan University, National
Chengchi
University, National Tsing Hua University, National Chiao Tung
University,
and 11 other benchmark universities' business schools, the E.SUN
Academic
Award has been established, with a total of 68 teachers
receiving the award.
|
Climb a Story Mountain Reading Promotion Project |
Since 2019, to cultivate more reading promoters who enjoy storytelling,
the 'Climb a Story
Mountain' reading promotion project has been launched, including
publishing 'Taiwan
Original Picture Book Stories', organizing 'Storytelling Volunteer
Training Courses', 'Story
Travel Box Workshops', and 'Storytelling Reading Promotion Services -
Visiting E.SUN
Libraries'. |
- In 2022, 2 new Taiwan original picture book stories were
published, with
2,000 copies printed, and the first 13 episodes of the Podcast
'Travel with
Stories' were recorded.
- Cumulatively published 18 original Taiwanese picture books,
printed 16,000
copies, held 217 storytelling workshops, picture book travel box
workshops,
and reading activities, benefiting 6,890 participants.
|
Picture book creation workshop |
Since 2017, E.SUN has encouraged students to create picture books,
promoting the
continuation of picture book education. E.SUN supports the National
Public Information
Library's 'Dream Picture Book Database', collecting student-created
picture books and
organizing 'Picture Book Creation Workshops' to inspire and facilitate
communication. |
- In 2022, 85 new original picture books were collected, with 320
teachers and
the public participating in the picture book creation workshops.
- Cumulatively collected 1,323 original picture books, with 750
teachers and
the public participating in the picture book creation workshops.
|
Kehua Online Digital Reading Research Competition |
To cultivate students' digital reading, collaborative learning, and
research skills, E.SUN has
supported the Taiwan Reading Culture Foundation's 'Kehua Online Digital
Reading Research
Competition' since 2020, encouraging students from grades 4 to 9 in
public and private
schools across Taiwan to participate and achieve self-directed learning
goals. |
- In 2022, 651 student teams from elementary and junior high
schools across
Taiwan participated, with 2,368 students registering.
- Cumulatively, 1,732 student teams from elementary and junior
high schools
across Taiwan participated, with 6,288 students registering.
|
E.SUN Artificial Intelligence Open Challenge |
E.SUN is committed to financial technology innovation and has been
organizing the AI
Talent Competition since 2019, attracting outstanding talents interested
in the AI field.
Through continuous competitions and exchange platforms, more AI talents
are cultivated in
Taiwan. This year's competition theme is 'Suspicious or Not? -
Predicting Suspicious Money
Laundering Transactions', aiming to accurately identify suspicious
transactions through the
application of artificial intelligence technology and professional
experience, contributing to a
well-regulated and healthy financial environment in Taiwan. |
- In the 2022 Winter Competition, 684 teams with a total of 1,250
participants
have registered.
- By the end of 2022, a total of 8 AI Open Challenges have been
held,
attracting 6,327 teams and over 10,000 participants.
|
Sustainable Operating Environment
As disasters caused by climate change sweep across the globe,
controlling temperature rise has become an important international issue.
E.SUN's Environmental Sustainability Group, under the Sustainable
Development Committee, establishes specific goals, methods, and plans
for environmental protection and energy conservation, regularly reports
and reviews progress with senior executives, and actively promotes
energy-saving and carbon reduction measures to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions from energy use. Internally, E.SUN Environmental and
Energy Saving White Paper - E.SUN Green Policy is issued and enforced,
covering areas such as environmental and energy-saving policies,
promotion of environmental education, establishment of an environmental
and energy-saving culture, and implementation of environmental and
energy-saving measures. Externally, E.SUN sets targets for carbon
reduction, water reduction, and waste reduction in line with annual DJSI,
CDP, and other international projects, and verifies achievements through
annual third-party audits.
■ Sustainable Operating Environment Targets:
■ Carbon reduction measures
Outstanding Achievement 1:
E.SUN Bank is the first financial institution in Taiwan to
receive the LEED V4.1 O+M Platinum certification
LEED is an international green building certification system established by the U.S.
Green
Building Council (USGBC), consisting of 7 assessment categories including energy and
atmospher, water efficiency, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality,
location and transportation, sustainable sites, and design innovation. Each updated
version
poses even higher challenges.
E.SUN Bank's Nanzi and Linyuan branches have been in operation for over 15 years,
and while maintaining stable growth, also have emphasized environmental
sustainability.
By using energy-efficient LED lighting, air conditioning equipment, and water-saving
fixtures, the branches have improved their energy and resource usage efficiency.
Additionally,
we have installed solar power facilities on banch's rooftops and used renewable
energy
to reduce carbon emissions. Furthermore, the branches have employed good spatial
design
with natural ventilation to maintain indoor air quality, providing a comfortable and
healthy office environment for their employees. Implementing maintenance and
management
systems for energy, equipment, and waste, which meet LEED standards and surpass
international average levels, successfully obtaining the highest level of LEED V4.1
O+M Platinum certification for Taiwan's financial industry.
Achieving this high-standard international green building certification is not only
an honor but also a responsibility. In the future, E.SUN Bank will continue to
improve its
operational energy efficiency and build more low-carbon and environmentally friendly
structures,
demonstrating our commitment to sustainable development.
Outstanding Achievement 2:
Implementing the energy management system (EMS)
E.SUN Bank actively responds to the Taiwan government's "Net Zero Emissions Roadmap"
set for 2022, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions in collaboration with the
government
by 2050. According to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE),
improving energy efficiency is a cost-effective and visible approach to carbon
reduction for
businesses. To implement energy management, it is crucial to understand various
energy
usage scenarios and data, which can help enterprises select the right strategies and
develop energy management plans. By using energy data models, businesses can
optimize
their energy allocation and improve strategies to enhance energy efficiency and
reduce
carbon emissions. In 2022, E.SUN Bank introduced an energy management monitoring
system to track and record usage, solar power generation, renewable energy supply,
and
utility usage for its major energy-consuming equipment such as lighting, air
conditioning,
and power outlets. The data is transmitted via the internet to a cloud-based
database,
and various management reports are generated to formulate energy usage strategies
and
efficiency improvement plans, thus fulfilling the requirements for a net-zero carbon
branch.
Through the integration of EMS, E.SUN bank can better understand key areas for
carbon
reduction, minimize energy waste, and increase the proportion of renewable energy
usage,
moving closer to achieving its carbon reduction goals and a sustainable, net-zero
future.
Outstanding Achievement 3:
Officially joining the RE100 membership
E.SUN Bank actively supports net-zero emissions and promotes the use of renewable
energy. In 2022, E.SUN Bank became the first Taiwanese financial institution to join
the
RE100 as a "low-energy consumption enterprise" alongside over 300 leading global
companies committed to using 100% renewable energy. E.SUN Bank's participation
in the RE100 is a significant milestone towards achieving net-zero emissions. In the
future, E.SUN Bank will continue to leverage its financial resources to promote the
decarbonization of the energy system and contribute to global climate goals.
Faced with the challenges and pressures of achieving net-zero emissions, using clean
energy is a global trend. E.SUN Bank has pledged to use 100% renewable energy at
domestic branches by 2030, increasing renewable energy consumption by 10% annually
to reach this target. Not only generate renewable energy through solar power
facilities,
but also actively engages electricity suppliers to plan renewable energy purchases.
By analyzing energy consumption patterns and discussing suitable power generation
methods and locations for E.SUN Bank with external energy suppliers, we planned to
sign electricity purchase agreements to secure its renewable energy supply. After
nearly
two years of effort and verification by Taiwan Power Company, the Energy Bureau,
local
governments, and the Inspection Bureau, E.SUN Bank completed the first renewable
energy wheeling in December 2021.
In 2022, E.SUN Bank continued to expand its renewable energy usage, signing new
contracts for renewable energy supply in February and November. To date, E.SUN Bank
has signed four renewable energy contracts, generating approximately 10.85 million
kWh of renewable energy annually, which accounts for 24% of E.SUN Bank's annual
energy consumption. E.SUN bank has used 6.54 million KWh of renewable energy in
2022, making it a leader in Taiwan's financial industry.
E.SUN Bank actively creates a sustainable operating environment through green
buildings, solar-powered branches, and renewable energy purchases, showcasing our
determination to use 100% renewable energy by 2030 and strive towards becoming
a net-zero emissions bank by 2050. Looking ahead, E.SUN Bank will continue to
excel in comprehensive performance, corporate social responsibility, and sustainable
development, integrating its core financial business with ESG and supporting the
United
Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. By leveraging the influence of the financial
industry, E.SUN Bank will collaborate with the government, enterprises, and
individuals
to create a sustainable and prosperous future.
2019-2022 GHG Emissions
|
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
Scope 1 (t-CO2e) |
2,455 |
2,399 |
1,857 |
1,844 |
Scope 2 (t-CO2e) |
22,443 |
22,299 |
22,105 |
20,294 |
Total emissions (t-CO2e) |
24,898 |
24,698 |
23,962 |
22,138 |
Carbon emissions / revenue (t-CO2e/ NT$M) |
0.4566 |
0.4390 |
0.4139 |
0.4039 |
2019 - 2022 Energy Consumption
|
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
Power consumption (MWh) |
42,498 |
44,177 |
44,767 |
47,922 |
Other energy usage (GJ) |
25,333 |
27,124 |
17,290 |
25,323 |
Total energy usage (GJ) |
178,326 |
186,159 |
182,408 |
197,845 |
Energy/revenue (GJ/million NTD) |
3.271 |
3.310 |
3.151 |
3.502 |
Note: The energy types are mainly purchased electricity (non-renewable energy) for
operational
activities, with petroleum, diesel, liquefied natural gas and gas as other energy
sources.
■ Water Usage Reduction
2019-2022 Water usage
|
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
Water (Tons) |
244,804 |
264,917 |
238,715 |
248,326 |
Usage of water/
revenue (Tons / NT$M) |
4.4900 |
4.7097 |
4.1231 |
4.5310 |
Note: The activation of two office builings of the second headquarters in 2022
resulted
in an increase in water consumption
■ Waste Usage Reduction
Outstanding Achievements:
Promoting environmental reuse
E.SUN's primary source of waste is domestic garbage. To implement the 3R measures of
reducing,
reusing, and recycling, active waste management is carried out, and waste disposal
records are
kept. Resource recovery starts at the source, with centralized sorting, organizing,
and disposal,
as well as regular tracking systems, to effectively implement waste management.
Waste sorting
areas are set up at each site and are divided into three categories based on
municipal regulations:
domestic waste, recyclable waste, and kitchen waste. Container and cardboard
recycling areas are
also established, increasing resource recycling efficiency and reducing the need for
waste disposal.
Employees are encouraged to participate actively in recycling efforts. Monthly waste
disposal
weight reports are submitted to the management, with regular records and analysis
conducted.
Tracking is carried out for any anomalies in the data. Furthermore, waste disposal
processes of the
various buildings are audited at least once a year and inspection records are
retained to ensure the
legitimacy of the final waste destination.
E.SUN Financial was the first bank in Taiwan to respond to the Taipei City
Government's policy of
banning single-use and melamine dinnerware. By transforming its headquarters and the
Second
Headquarters Building's employee cafeterias into green dining areas, E.SUN has
eliminated
about 60,000 disposable containers and replaced them with environmentally friendly
dinnerware,
reducing waste by 16,320 kilograms. This not only protects employee health but also
reduces
waste, conserves the environment, and promotes healthy, eco-friendly dining habits.
In 2020, plastic
restrictions were extended to building entrances and employee cafeterias, with
electronic posters
providing information on reducing plastic bag usage. All events are now required to
use reusable
cups. Environmental protection is a global issue, and E.SUN is committed to reducing
waste-related
environmental harm by promoting eco-friendly practices throughout society. With the
"one love leads
to more love" mindset, the bank leverages its influence to contribute to a
sustainable future.
2019~2022 Waste generation
|
2019 |
2020 |
2021 |
2022 |
Waste disposed (tons) |
434.705 |
370.345 |
488.215 |
489.426 |
Recycled / reused (tons) |
185.054 |
224.164 |
209.542 |
202.788 |
Total waste (tons) |
619.759 |
594.509 |
697.757 |
692.214 |
Waste / revenue (kg/ NT$ million) |
7.97 |
6.58 |
8.43 |
8.93 |
Note: The activation of two office builings of the second headquarters in 2022
resulted in an increase in
waste consumption.