Environment
Climate Change Response Measures
- Greenhouse Gas Reduction Policy
In response to growing global concern over climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, ASIX recognizes the urgent environmental and societal challenges posed by climate change and embraces sustainability as a core value for long-term business development. We believe that true sustainability is only possible when businesses thrive in harmony with society and the environment. To meet increasingly stringent carbon regulations and global supply chain expectations, ASIX is redefining its corporate values. Beyond focusing on core business growth, we are committed to the 3R principles -- Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle -- integrating environmental responsibility into product design and operations to help build a better future.
We are committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligned with the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Our strategy includes low-carbon design innovation, renewable energy procurement, supply chain collaboration, and data-driven carbon management. To support this transition, we have launched GHG inventory efforts in line with international standards and aim to complete third-party verification by Q2 2026. We also continue to promote energy efficiency, green office practices, and environmental stewardship as part of our corporate social responsibility.
In line with the IAF/ISO joint communiqué, we integrated climate-related requirements into our ISO Quality and Environmental Management Manual on April 24, 2024, and are developing KPIs to systematically monitor climate issues and enhance operational resilience and sustainable governance.
- Paperless Office Implementation for Carbon Reduction
To advance digital transformation and support office decarbonization, ASIX has implemented paperless office measures since February 2019. These include launching an electronic approval system and promoting digital documentation. In 2024, paper usage was reduced by 53,212 sheets compared to 2018, cutting an estimated 327.78 kg CO₂e -- equivalent to over 1,600 km of vehicle emissions or the annual carbon absorption of 27 trees. This achievement reflects ASIX’s ongoing commitment to low-carbon operations and sustainable development.
GHG Inventory and Environmental & Energy Management Policy
- Environmental & Energy Management Policy
ASIX was a professional chip design company, engages in product design, research, development, and sales, while the production and manufacturing of chips are outsourced to professional foundries. During the company's operations, the required energy is mostly for air conditioning and lighting, which are common daily necessities, with electricity being the primary energy used.
Before any external guidance on inventory, the company conducted its inventory and statistical analysis, which showed that the main source of emissions was electricity, accounting for over 99% of total emissions. Therefore, the company's plan to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions focuses on reducing energy usage, improving efficiency, and minimizing energy waste.
- GHG and Energy Reduction Policy
The consensus on energy-saving and carbon reduction not only enhances global industrial competitiveness but also significantly contributes to reducing greenhouse gases. The primary electricity usage at ASIX was for air conditioning systems. Due to climate change causing annual temperature increases in recent years, the load on air conditioning equipment has indirectly increased, leading to higher electricity consumption for air conditioning. However, the company continues to promote various energy-saving measures and more efficient energy use to minimize negative environmental impacts. Therefore, a good office environment and the concept of employees saving electricity resources, along with practical actions like turning off unused equipment, help conserve electrical resources.
Promotion Measures:
When replacing and purchasing new equipment, priority could be given to energy-efficient design products such as:
1. Chilled water main units for air conditioning systems.
2. Replacing lighting sources with LED lamps.
3. Computers and network equipment in IT server room.
4. High-efficiency UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems.
5. Continuously keeping up with the latest energy-saving technologies and products.
Energy Usage and Energy-Saving Goals：
Future energy-saving plans will continue to be promoted, with electricity savings measured per employee each year. In accordance with the company's set goals, individual inventory information will be completed and disclosed by 2026, and reduction targets, strategies, and related specific action plans will be disclosed by 2027.
- Energy-Efficient Lighting Upgrade Toward Net-Zero Emissions
To enhance energy efficiency and support low-carbon operations, ASIX continued its efforts to enhance energy efficiency by replacing traditional fluorescent tubes with LED lighting across office areas in 2024. This upgrade reduced total power consumption by approximately 548 watts and is expected to lower annual carbon emissions by 714.46 kg CO₂e — equivalent to over 3,500 kilometers of vehicle travel or the yearly carbon absorption of 60 trees. The initiative lowered electricity costs and reinforced our commitment to energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and progress toward net-zero operations.
- Driving Sustainable Upgrades with Green-Certified IT Equipment
In line with our commitment to environmental sustainability, ASIX invested NT$5 million in 2024 to upgrade its IT server room infrastructure. This initiative included the deployment of the NetApp FAS2750 storage system, certified with the NetApp Green Label, and the Cisco Catalyst 9200L-24T-G managed switch with Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) support. These upgrades replaced outdated, energy-intensive equipment, enhancing network stability and data security while demonstrating our dedication to low-carbon operations throughout digital transformation.
- Greenhouse Gas Carbon Emissions Inventory
Scope of Inquiry :4F, No.8, Hsin Ann Rd., Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan
Water Resources Management Policy
Disclosure of Water and Electricity Usage
During the company's operations, the energy required was mostly for air conditioning and lighting, which were general civil needs, with electricity being the primary energy used. The water and electricity usage for the past three years was as follows:
Water Resource Management Policy
Valuing and protecting water resources was a priority for ASIX. As a non-manufacturing company, we do not use water in production processes. During company operations, water was sourced from the municipal water supply, without the use of groundwater or other sources, and only generates general domestic wastewater. Therefore, water usage was not a major issue for our company.
Promotion measures were as follows：
1. Educate employees on the concept of saving water resources and encourage practical actions such as turning off taps.
2. Implement an immediate reporting mechanism to promptly repair any damaged or leaking water supply equipment to avoid water wastage.
3. Adjust the water output of supply devices or use water-saving valves, and adopt sanitary equipment with water-saving certification.
4. Maintain water quality in cooling towers by adding chemicals, thereby reducing the frequency of cleaning the towers and minimizing large-scale water usage.
Water Resource Energy-saving Goals：
The goal was to reduce water usage per employee each year.
Waste Management Policy
The main waste generated was domestic waste. Management and reduction measures include entrusting general domestic waste to professional and qualified disposal companies, which transport it to incineration plants for burning. Recyclable resource waste was handed over to recycling companies for resource recovery and reuse, reducing environmental pollution and harm.
According to the results of our self-inventory, the greenhouse gas emissions from waste treatment were a very small portion of the company's total greenhouse gas emissions. The inventory results show that the company's waste mainly consists of recycled cardboard boxes and photocopy paper. The waste statistics for the past three years were as follows：
Waste Management Goals
ASIX’s goal is to gradually decrease waste annually, measured by the number of employees, to achieve the purpose of continuous waste reduction.