AcBel Polytech Inc. 康舒科技
Environmental, Social and Governance
Declaration & Policy
Sustainability Policy
AcBel is committed to sustainable corporate development, combining the concept of sustainability with corporate vision, playing the role of a contributor to the value chain, and becoming the energy for a positive cycle of sustainability. Under the framework of CSR (Economic, Environmental, and Social), we are dedicated to achieving the ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance), and the "Corporate Commitment" to our employees and value chain, and to demonstrating our commitment to sustainable development in our daily operations.
Human Rights Policy, Labor Policy
We do not engage in discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, or age. Employees respect and trust each other as they would a member of their own family. Employees do not just work for the family, but also share in the honors and work to build a future together. To this end, AcBel actively works to foster a friendly workplace that respects human rights and is free from discrimination, workplace harassment, and bullying. Regular internal audits are used by AcBel to assess the risk of human rights violations. Management systems are also used to ensure that the human rights at each operating site are protected 100%.
The issue of child labor is also a key audit item of RBA and attracts special attention from AcBel. Apart from explicitly banning the use of child labor in all policies and procedures, applicants are also rigorously screened during the hiring process to eliminate any misuse of child labor.
AcBel provides response channels for grievances as well including the complaints mailbox, suggestion box, and whistleblower mailbox. These protect employees' right to be heard and the right to legal action. Designated personnel are assigned to deal with all complaints.
Ethics Policy
EHS Declaration & Policy
AcBel insist on zero-defect quality of all the green power products, promise to cause no pollution and no occupational accidents; create comfortable and high quality living environment, convert the environmental responsibility policy into the fuel for long-term operation.
In the management system, we continuously keep the effective operation of ISO14001. AcBel also considers the environmental aspects of how we design, engineer and manufacture products, ensuring that materials and processes are safe and adhere to industry standards and initiatives such as WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulation) and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives, and successfully obtained the IECQ-QC080000 certificate, Sony GP certificate. Our product design will be required to comply with EU directives and aimed at enhancing power supply efficiency, and was awarded “Energy Star” certificate. Currently, we have working on non-halogen product and manufacturing process, in certain models we have completely introduce non-halogen green power products.
Energy and Natural Resources Management Policy
AcBel's environmental responsibilities is in pursuit of improving energy efficiency and cutting energy cost to promise energy efficiency consumption and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals can be attained. To satisfy customer's sustainability requirement and create a clean energy environment, AcBel drew up it's own energy policy and completed energy resource management system planning and introduction to obtain ISO 50001 certificate.
GHG Declaration
AcBel began conducting GHG inventories in 2009 with third-party verification and certification. The establishment of GHG inventory technologies, procedures and systems set the foundations for GHG emission management. AcBel strives to achieve emission reduction targets to help create a sustainable environment.
Conflict Minerals Sourcing Policy
Security Policy
In addition to product quality, responsible care, environmental protection, and waste disposal, AcBel actively implements supply chain safety management. In 2012, the company passed the "Authorized Economic Operators" certificate implemented by Taiwan Customs Administration and ISO28000 international standard certification to ensure that the operation process and transportation process meet safety standards.
With the operation of AEO and ISO28000, it will ensure the safety and integrity of the trade with customers or suppliers, and thus provide a cargo security guarantee for the global supply chain. The supply chain safety management policy is based on the company's business philosophy and promises to provide customers with high-quality products and services that comply with relevant regulations and standards. The supply chain safety management policy is the highest guiding principle for the company's supply chain safety management, and it is also the company's strongest commitment to supply chain security.
Biodiversity Policy
AcBel understands the critical importance of biodiversity for sustainable development. Therefore, we have established biodiversity policies and measures dedicated to protecting and promoting biodiversity.
Public Acknowledgement of RBA
AcBel Polytech Inc. (AcBel) has become one of the leading developers, manufactures and sellers of power management solutions in the world and our solutions are applied to the products of a number of industry leaders. By taking “honesty and trust” as ultimate guidelines to all conducts, AcBel fully support the vision and goals of the RBA (formerly EICC).
AcBel adheres to the RBA Code of Conduct requirements for labor, health and safety, environment, ethics, and supply chain management. In 2010, AcBel became a member of both the RBA and the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), committing to support and comply with RMI standards. AcBel extends these requirements to its suppliers, ensuring they also comply with RBA and RMI standards to build a responsible and sustainable supply chain.
AcBel regularly conducts RBA Validated Assessment Program (VAP) evaluations at its factorys. As of March 2024, the average audit score across all factorys was 182.1, surpassing the Responsible Business Alliance’s 2022 average audit score of 175, as reported in 2023. Additionally, the Tamsui, Dongguan, Wuhan, and Philippines factorys have all received the Factory of Choice (FOC) certification.
Management System
Advocacy and External Association Participation
AcBel actively participates in various associations and organizations related to its operational projects. Through organizational activities and industry chain exchanges, the company jointly promotes industry innovation and development.
AcBel supports these associations with practical actions, promoting social prosperity and achieving sustainability goals. In 2023, AcBel participated in a total of 40 domestic and international associations, industry associations, and alliance organizations, with membership fees amounting to approximately NT$4.12 million and donations totaling approximately NT$2.4 million.