For the sustainable development of the Laser Tek, on the basis of good communication between the company's investors and other stakeholders, the following commitments are given:
- During the operation, on the issue of environmental protection, through regular monitoring of environmental hazards and environmental control measures, energy conservation and carbon reduction, and reduction of environmental pollution sources should be implemented.
- It should fulfill its social responsibilities, take care of the company's employees with a sound and legal welfare system, and at the same time, it should give back to the society and provide appropriate resources and assistance to disadvantaged groups through various public welfare activities.
- Implement the company's business philosophy, professionalism, integrity, sharing and innovation, and strive to make the direction of corporate governance more in line with the ESG spirit.
- In addition to economic profit, we pay more attention to the development and common good of the society, focus on creating shared value, and achieve the harmonious development of society, enterprises, customers and employees, and improve the social environment and people's lives from the material level to the spiritual level.
Sustainable Development Strategy
Lasertek faces multifaceted strategic challenges in promoting sustainable development. Through its mission, vision, business philosophy, values, and culture, Lasertek formulates and continuously adjusts its sustainability goals and strategies, integrating them into all aspects of its core business and operations. The company is committed to setting ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) indicators to monitor performance and promptly adjust strategic directions. Key actions include reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing climate change adaptation and mitigation on the environmental front; fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and fulfilling corporate social responsibility on the social front; continuously developing innovative technologies, strengthening corporate governance, and enhancing the overall value chain on the governance front. Finally, Lasertek increases sustainability information transparency and engages with stakeholders to protect their rights and interests, ensuring that environmental, social, and economic impacts are considered while pursuing sustainable operations and profitability.
2024 Sustainability Highlights
| Environment |
- In 2024, energy-saving programs and measures resulted in a total savings of 54,085 kWh, with energy savings (MJ) of 194,704.76, equivalent to a reduction of 25.64 metric tons of CO2 emissions.
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| Society |
- From 2022 to 2024, the retention rate of new employees exceeded 75% for three consecutive years, with a 77.78% retention rate in 2024; the turnover rate remained below 15% for three years, with a 5.67% turnover rate in 2024.
- Regarding new employee retention measures, in 2024, four employees applied for the new hire retention program, with a total incentive payout of NT$45,000; for the employee stock trust, the participation rate in 2024 was 74.72%, with the company contributing NT$2,096,500.
- In 2024, a total of NT$761,763 was invested in employee training, with 1,169 total course attendances and an average of 18.01 training hours per employee.
- In 2024, there was one recordable occupational injury; the Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR) was 0.52; total number of disabling injuries was 1; Frequency Rate (FR) was 2.57; Severity Rate (SR) was 2; and the Frequency-Severity Index (FSI) was 0.07.
- In 2024, social care-related expenditures totaled NT$2,818,895, covering food, material and charity donations, sponsorship of arts, sports events, and organic farming adoption.
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| Economy |
- In 2024, Lasertek’s cash dividend was NT$1.5 per share, and earnings per share (EPS) was NT$2.07.
- In 2024, government financial subsidies totaled NT$3,774,599, including tax reductions, credits, and Ministry of Labor subsidies.
- In 2024, Lasertek had no violations related to governance/economy, environment, or society, and no major information security incidents.
- In 2024, R&D expenses reached NT$47,699 thousand.
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UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Promotion
Lasertek utilizes the SDG Compass to align its value chain business activities with the SDGs, focusing on six United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: SDG2 Zero Hunger, SDG4 Quality Education, SDG8 Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG10 Reduced Inequalities, SDG12 Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG13 Climate Action. In addition to these focus SDGs, Lasertek actively expands SDG-related actions into its operations, continuously contributing to the economy, society, and environment, and building resilience for sustainable development.
| Focus SDGs |
- By 2030, end hunger and ensure all people, especially the poor and vulnerable (including infants), have access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food year-round.
- By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, particularly women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, resources, knowledge, financial services, markets, and value addition opportunities.
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| Focus Actions |
- Signed a fourth-year crop adoption contract with local Kaohsiung organic farmer 'Jihpin Yuanpin Organic Rice,' adopting 2,000 kg of organic rice in 2024 to secure farmers’ actual income.
- Donated 180 kg of Lasertek rice packs to the Kaohsiung Food Bank and 90 kg to the Sunflower Vitality Camp.
- Donated a total of 4,000 meal packs to the Kaohsiung Charity Association to ensure resources reach those in need and reduce hunger.
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| Focus SDGs |
- By 2030, ensure all boys and girls complete free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education with relevant and effective learning outcomes.
- By 2030, ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational, and tertiary education, including university.
- By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults with relevant skills for employment, decent jobs, and entrepreneurship.
- By 2030, ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including education for sustainable development, sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, respect for cultural diversity, and culture’s contribution to sustainable development.
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| Focus Actions |
- Sponsored the Kaohsiung New Generation Education Foundation to organize the 113th Sunflower Vitality Camp, providing children with diverse learning opportunities during summer vacation to ensure uninterrupted learning and growth.
- Sponsored NT$1 million to the Kaohsiung Philharmonic Cultural and Arts Foundation and other arts events, distributing approximately 710 event tickets to stakeholders.
- Signed a 'Business Management Professional Internship' cooperation agreement with National Sun Yat-sen University, allowing students to take internship courses within the company; three students interned at Lasertek in 2024.
- Signed a cooperation agreement with NSYSU College of Semiconductor and Advanced Technology, jointly cultivating high-level science and technology talent; invested about NT$7.11 million in 2024 for scholarship programs, with four students interning at the company.
- Four applicants for the NSYSU College of Liberal Arts Daguangming Scholarship.
- In 2024, the company invested NT$761,763 in talent development and training, with an average of 18.01 training hours per employee.
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| Focus SDGs |
- Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading, and innovation, focusing on high value-added and labor-intensive sectors.
- By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including youth and persons with disabilities, with equal pay for work of equal value.
- By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education, or training.
- Protect labor rights and promote safe and secure working environments for all workers, including migrant workers, particularly women migrants, and those in precarious employment.
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| Focus Actions |
- Joined the government’s Youth Employment Flagship Program, hiring one person through the program in 2024 to provide workplace training for youth lacking experience or professional skills.
- Continued to implement engineering improvement projects for SMD tape and reel materials, with eight projects in 2024 to reduce defective products and provide customized services, increasing product value.
- Through the Ministry of Labor’s job redesign program, added work aids to reduce physical strain, benefiting 19 employees in total.
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| Focus SDGs |
- By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion, economic, or other status.
- Ensure equal opportunity and reduce inequalities of outcome, including by eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices and promoting appropriate legislation, policies, and actions.
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| Focus Actions |
- In 2024, organized the third 'Flipping & Dream Building Kaohsiung' Dream Realization Program, approving five proposals to address social issues.
- Continued to employ persons with disabilities, with four such employees in 2024.
- In 2024, foreign nationals accounted for approximately 6.7% of all employees.
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| Focus SDGs |
- By 2030, halve per capita global food waste at the retail and consumer levels and reduce food losses along production and supply chains, including post-harvest losses.
- By 2030, substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse.
- Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle.
- Promote sustainable public procurement practices in accordance with national policies and priorities.
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| Focus Actions |
- In 2024, the industrial waste reuse rate was 96.95%, with ongoing efforts to reduce waste and increase recycling and reuse rates.
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| Focus SDGs |
- Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries.
- Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
- Improve education, awareness, and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction, and early warning.
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| Focus Actions |
- Disclosed according to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework.
- Implemented energy-saving programs in 2024, saving 54,085 kWh (194,704.76 MJ), equivalent to a reduction of 25.64 metric tons of CO2 emissions.
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