Environmental Management
In response to climate change and global warming, CHC implements various energy and water conservation measures aimed at reducing environmental impact. These include the continuous adoption or replacement of energy- and water-efficient products, elimination of disposable tableware, and minimizing bottled water usage.
In the development of new business projects, CHC actively adopts internationally recognized environmental sustainability standards and implements ecological protection measures. These efforts span architectural design, construction, and operations, creating environmentally friendly and livable spaces that promote health and enhance quality of life. This reflects CHC’s commitment to environmental management and ecological responsibility.
Environmental and Energy Policy
- Comply with environmental and energy regulations to minimize ecological impact
- Continuously improving environmental performance and enhancing resource efficiency
- Review procurement processes and prioritize products with energy-saving labels
- Promote environmental sustainability awareness through employee training
- Apply international sustainability standards in the development of new business projects
- Commit to biodiversity conservation and zero deforestation
Environmental Management Approach
As CHC no longer manufactures cement and focuses primarily on cement distribution and strategic investments, the Company’s main source of greenhouse gas emissions in recent years has been electricity consumption.
To address this, CHC promotes internal energy-saving and carbon reduction measures by improving energy efficiency, replacing equipment with Tier 1 energy-saving products, reducing the number of light fixtures and switching to LED lighting and lowering contracted electricity capacity where appropriate
These initiatives reflect CHC’s commitment to sustainable operations through practical, organization-wide decarbonization actions.
Environmental Performance Targets
| Timeframe | Goals and Achievements | Expected Benefits |
| Short-Term (2024) | ▶ Completed Group-wide GHG inventory for the third 3 consecutive year and established mid- to long-term SBT-aligned reduction targets. ▶ Published the Group’s first TCFD Climate Risk Report. ▶ Implemented low-carbon equipment projects, including the replacement of six elevators at CHC Building and installation of low-carbon cement handling equipment at Keelung Port Logistics Center. |
⚡ Reduce energy consumption, improve inventory accuracy and transparency, and strengthen climate risk management capacity. |
| Mid-Term (2025–2026) | ▶ Conduct Scope 3 supply chain identification and inventory. ▶ Apply for green building certification for CHC headquarters and implement EMS (Energy Management System). ▶ Install a solar energy system with capacity exceeding 2 MW to increase green electricity usage. |
🌿 Expand carbon management coverage, enhance supply chain resilience, and promote the use of renewable energy. |
| Long-Term (By 2030) | ▶ Achieve a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions (SBTi target) and office carbon neutrality. ▶ Introduce internal carbon pricing to drive green transformation. ▶ Promote TNFD-aligned nature-related risk assessments, protect biodiversity, and continuously support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). |
🌍 Align with international decarbonization trends, enhance corporate sustainability competitiveness, and contribute to net-zero goals. |
2024 Implementation Highlights
Carbon Emission Reduction
- Implemented a series of energy-saving and carbon-reduction measures by upgrading to energy-efficient equipment and improving energy use efficiency. Environmental-related capital expenditures totaled approximately NT$7,605,000.
- Launched a comprehensive Scope 3 GHG inventory initiative to quantify emissions across the value chain.
Expansion of Environmental Certifications
- Achieved full Group-wide coverage for ISO 14064-1 GHG inventory, including all domestic and international sites under the consolidated financial report scope (100%).
- Continued operation of ISO 50001 Energy Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, both certified by third-party auditors.
Renewable Energy Development
- In line with the Group’s green energy goals, CHC initiated plans for energy storage and solar power projects. From 2026, installed solar panels are expected to generate over 2 million kWh annually.
Environmental Education and Training
Conducted environmental and energy management system training sessions in 2024:
- Employees: 21 participants completed 38 hours of environmental courses
* This includes 15 new hires (24 hours total), 6 members of the Environmental Management Taskforce (11 hours total) and 1 supplier (3 hours total)
Expenditures in environmental protection and energy-saving initiatives.
- In 2024, CHC invested approximately NT$7,605,000
- In 2023, CHC invested approximately NT$8,270,000.
Unit: NTD thousands
| Company | 2024 | 2023 | Remarks |
| Chia Hsin Cement Corp. | - | 760 | In response to climate change and global warming, the corporate group has implemented concrete measures to promote environmental sustainability, energy conservation, carbon reduction, and water saving. Particularly, five atmospheric Water-GENNY water generators have been purchased and installed across various locations. * Under conditions of 70% humidity and 24 degrees Celsius, it can produce up to 18.8 liters of weak alkaline drinking water with a pH of 7.8-8.0 per day. The energy consumption is 350 watts per liter of drinking water (approximately 1 kWh). |
| Tong Yang Chia Hsin Int’l Corp. | 513 | 337 | The Port of Taichung storage and logistics center has replaced its import system with high-efficiency motors, replaced export system with capacitors and pneumatic refrigerated dryers, and installed conventional air conditioners with water-cooled and variable-frequency air conditioners to enhance energy efficiency. Furthermore, the upgrade of dust collection bags resulting in a significant reduction in dust pollution. At the plant at Port of Keelung, the disposal of waste cement dry powder hoses coming from self-unloading ships has been recycled and replaced with dust collection bags, which significantly reduces dust pollution. |
| Chia Pei Int’l Corp. | 4,892 | 2,223 | Taipei Port First Bulk Cargo Center has replaced the lighting fixtures in different zones of the factory with LED lights, upgraded compressed air equipment to energy-efficient models, and improved its sprinkler facilities to comply with regulatory standards and reduce dust pollution. |
| Chia Hsin Property Management & Development Corp. | 2,200 | 4,950 | Considering equipment lifespan and the benefits of energy conservation and carbon reduction, all six elevators at the front and rear buildings of the Chia Hsin Building were replaced and upgraded; the total project cost expected to reach NT$17,220,000. |
| Total | 7,605 | 8,270 |
Significant Environmental Capital Expenditures for the Next Three Years:
- The energy efficiency subsidy project for the Chia Hsin Building is expected to save 300,000 kWh annually, with an estimated total cost of NT$14.5 million.
- The replacement project of the main iced-water machine at the second building is expected to save 100,000 kWh per year, with an estimated total cost of NT$4.5 million.
- To meet LEED Green Building and WELL Building standards, the headquarters of the Chia Hsin Building is implementing an interior renovation project, with an estimated cost of NT$60 million.
- A solar system is planned for construction in Gangshan, Kaohsiung, with an estimated total cost of NT$100 million.
- Future upgrades to the exterior windows of the Chia Hsin Building will replace the current double-pane clear windows with single-pane Low-E laminated windows. This material of glass offers high light transmission, strong thermal insulation, and low emissivity. Allowing natural light to enter while keeping heat out and expecting to improve energy efficiency, indoor comfort, and natural lighting, with an estimated cost of NT$60 million.
＊ Significant loss due to environmental pollution in FY2024: None
(Definition of significant environmental loss: more than NT$300,000)
GHG Inventory and Emission Reduction Targets
GHG Baseline Year and Reduction Target
To plan its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction strategy, CHC completed a GHG inventory in 2022 using the consolidated financial report boundary and designated that year as the base year. Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for the base year were 834.85 metric t-CO₂e and 6,807.564 metric t-CO₂e, respectively. The Company set a target of reducing emissions by 5.25% annually, aiming for a 42% absolute reduction by 2030 in line with the Science Based Targets (SBT) initiative.
In 2024, CHC’s combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reduction target was 6,839.96 metric t-CO₂e, while actual emissions reached 7,777.32 metric t-CO₂e, achieving approximately 87.95% of the target. Although this represents a reduction of 210.76 metric t-CO₂e compared to 7,988.08 metric t-CO₂e in 2023—a 2.64% year-over-year decrease—it still exceeds the annual reduction goal.
The increase in 2023 emissions was largely due to the full resumption of post-pandemic production activities, resulting in a temporary peak. While several carbon reduction initiatives were launched in 2024, the overall impact has not yet been fully reflected in the year’s results. Moving forward, the Group will continue to accelerate equipment upgrades, improve energy efficiency, and expand its use of renewable energy to steadily advance toward its emission reduction targets.
Additionally, starting from Q1 2025, CHC will begin a comprehensive assessment of Scope 3 indirect emissions data (see Section 5.2) to better understand emissions throughout the value chain.
＊For detailed GHG inventory data, refer to Section 5.2: GHG Emissions and Energy Usage
| Year | Scope of GHG inventory | Verification through third party | Coverage of inventory |
| 2021 | Corporate headquarters floors | ✓ | 48% |
| 2022 | All locations in Taiwan | ✓ | 92% |
| 2023 | All locations in Taiwan and overseas | ✓ | 100% |
| 2024 | All locations in Taiwan and overseas | ✓ | 100% |
| 2025 | All locations in Taiwan and overseas | ✓ | 100% |
GHG Reduction Strategy and Low-Carbon Transition Action Plan
To achieve net-zero emissions, CHC has developed four core low-carbon transition strategies, integrating carbon management into its business operations. CHC prioritizes the reduction of direct emissions from operational activities (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from energy use (Scope 2), as part of its commitment to a defined net-zero roadmap and emission reduction targets. For short-, medium-, and long-term performance targets and key implementation results in 2024, please refer to Section 3.3.2.
CHC remains committed to reducing carbon emissions from its own operations. The Company actively improves energy efficiency, optimizes equipment performance, and strengthens fugitive emissions and fuel management to minimize emissions during the operational phase. In parallel, CHC is investing in renewable energy systems to increase the share of green electricity in its energy mix. The Group also supports the low-carbon transition by engaging in net-zero technologies and participating in carbon offset projects to neutralize unavoidable emissions.
Looking ahead, CHC is evaluating the introduction of an internal carbon pricing mechanism to incorporate emissions into cost-benefit analyses. This will incentivize more efficient energy use and further strengthen internal momentum for emission reduction initiatives.
| Strategic Pillars | Replacement of Electrical Equipment and Management Optimization | Management of Fugitive Emissions | Operational Fuel Management | Green Energy Generation / Green Electricity Procurement |
| 32% | 5% | 5% | 58% | |
| Strategy | Inventory and plan for replacement of outdated and inefficient electrical equipment within the Company, with ongoing expansion of the scope. | When refrigerator equipment needs to be replaced or refilled, we will use equipment with low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerators. | Reduce fuel use by managing kitchen gas consumption, electrifying kitchen appliances, and transitioning official vehicles to electric models. | In 2026, the first phase of the solar photovoltaic system will be launched. The Company will continue to evaluate available areas to expand green electricity construction and will monitor potential green power procurement opportunities to increase the use of green electricity. |
| Short-Term Action Plan | • Replace port area equipment with energy-efficient air compressors and screw conveyor motors. • Replace office building common area lighting with LED fixtures. |
• Conduct an inventory of high-energy-consuming refrigerant equipment. | • Conduct an inventory of old company-owned vehicles and replace them with electric models. | • Initiate the photovoltaic system installation plan. |
| Medium to Long-Term Action Plan | Cement and Warehouse • Gradually replace plant lighting with high-efficiency LED fixtures. • Replace outdated high-power consumption equipment with new high-efficiency equipment or add variable frequency devices to increase energy efficiency. • Optimize pipeline systems to avoid pressure loss during transport. Hospitality • Optimize operating time for machinery, lighting, and air conditioning. • Increase the “pre-cooling before guest check-in” temperature by 1°C. • Replace guest room refrigerators with more energy-efficient models. Property Management • Optimize common area illumination. • Replace building lighting with high-efficiency LED fixtures. • Upgrade building elevators and install power regeneration systems. |
Hospitality • Replace guest room refrigerators with low-GWP refrigerant models. Chia Hsin Cement Group • Replace or refill refrigerant equipment with low-GWP refrigerants when they reach their end of lifecycle or require maintenance. • Install aeration equipment at sites to reduce septic tank emissions. |
Cement and Warehouse • Electrify fuel-powered company vehicles. Hospitality • Introduce electric kitchen equipment. • Design low-carbon menus. • Implement ISO 50001. |
Chia Hsin Cement Group • Install solar photovoltaic systems—expected to generate over 2 million kWh annually starting in 2026. • Evaluate green electricity procurement. • Increase green electricity usage. |
Note: The timeframes for short-, medium-, and long-term strategies are aligned with the defined time horizons for risks and opportunities: short-term (<3 years); medium-term (3-5 years); long-term (>5 years).
能源管理及環境管理系統
嘉新總部自 2021年起導入ISO 50001能源管理系統、自2022年起則導入ISO 14001環境管理系統，並於公司內部合併為環境與能源管理系統，由永續長擔任主任委員，永續發展辦公室及各據點同仁擔任工作小組，致力拓展至企業團之台灣各據點，2023年第4季完成台灣計六個據點的第三方驗證。2024年於國內六個據點持續維持能源與環境管理系統運作，並改以總部嘉新大樓、敦北館月子中心及基隆港等處之營運據點為代表，進行外部稽核第三方驗證。
| 年度 | 能源管理系統 ISO 50001 | 環境管理系統 ISO 14001 | 導入範圍 | 通過第三方驗證 | 通過內部稽核據點 占總營收之覆蓋率 |
通過第三方外部稽核據點 占總營收之覆蓋率 |
| 2021 | ✓ | - | 企業團總部樓層 | ✓ | 48% | 48% |
| 2022 | ✓ | ✓ | 企業團總部樓層 | ✓ | 59% | 59% |
| 2023 | ✓ | ✓ | 企業團總部樓層 | ✓ | 76% | 76% |
| 2024 | ✓ | ✓ | 企業團總部樓層 | ✓ | 77% | 56% |
註1：能源管理系統ISO 50001最新證書效期 2024年11月7日~2027年11月7日
註2：能源管理系統ISO 14001最新證書效期 2024年11月19日~2027年11月19日
能源與環境管理計劃
每年進行能源審查以提高能源績效
依據 ISO 50001 能源管理系統進行能源使用分析，找出節能潛力，並每年召開能源與環境管理審查會議，檢討績效與改善措施。
訂立並執行節能量化目標
針對各項排放指標設定節能目標，並透過關鍵績效指標（KPI）持續追蹤執行情形。
推動節能計劃
執行如照明系統更新、節能電梯、空調優化與高效馬達更換等具體措施，以提升整體設備能源效率。
評估節能計劃進度和績效
建立定期檢討機制，透過能源使用數據與成效指標分析節能計劃執行成果與持續改善空間。
規劃使用綠色能源
逐步導入再生能源（如太陽能）或規劃綠電採購方案，以降低碳足跡並減少對傳統能源的依賴。
投資創新或研發以減少能源消耗
持續投入智慧能源管理系統與高效節能設備應用，推動創新以提升能源使用效益。
為員工提供能源或環境相關教育訓練
定期舉辦能源與環境相關培訓課程，提升員工節能意識與操作技能，強化全員參與的永續文化。
進行廢棄物管理
依據 ISO 14001 環境管理系統落實廢棄物分類、資源回收與符合法規的處置作業，以降低對環境的衝擊。
永續建築設計與建造認證
嘉新在發展新事業項目時，積極導入環境永續相關之國際品質認證基準或進行相關環境生態保護措施，從建築物的設計、建造與運作方法等層面使其具備友善環境與宜居環境，達成促進健康與生活品質的理念，以進行環境管理和生態保護的社會責任。
- 2024年嘉新所有旅宿事業據點，均通過國際永續建築認證 (營收覆蓋率約26.85%）
- 2025年第2季預計將完成嘉新大樓總部樓層LEED、WELL認證，預估屆時通過國際永續建築認證占總營收之覆蓋率將可提升至約50%。
| 認證名稱 | 國際綠建築LEED認證 | WELL健康健築認證 |
| 認證說明 | LEED領先能源與環境設計（Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design）由美國綠建築協會（U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL）於1998年正式公佈。 | WELL健康建築標準係美國 International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) 在 2014 年發佈，並由 Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) 提供標章認證。 |
| 完成認證據點 | Hotel Collective | 人之初產後護理之家敦化館 人之初產後月子會所揚州中心 |
| 預計申請認證據點 | 嘉新大樓總部樓層 | 嘉新大樓總部樓層 |
規劃再生能源
永續發展委員會於2022年決議通過規劃加入氣候相關財務揭露（TCFD）Supporter及科學基礎減碳目標倡議（SBTi），並於2022年12 月正式簽署成為TCFD Supporter、2024年1月通過科學基礎減碳目標(SBT)。
嘉新評估氣候變遷及相關碳風險，以2030年達成辦公室據點碳中和為中期目標，除了持續於各據點導入能源與環境管理系統，掌握用電情形，執行設備汰換以提升用電效率外，積極評估各種再生能源使用方案，因應嘉新綠色能源目標，規劃發展儲能及光電項目。2026年起預計建置之太陽能面板將產出約200萬度/年以上。
Main Environmental Performances
Implementing Greenhouse Gas Inventories
(ISO 14064-1:2018)
Completed GHG inventory and verification for all domestic and international sites in response to the global trend of “net zero” in April 2023 (covering 100% of the consolidated financial report scope). 2024 marks the second consecutive year that the group has completed a carbon inventory for all domestic and international locations.
Incorporating Energy Management Systems (ISO 50001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
Expanded ISO 50001 and ISO 14001 certifications to 5 new operational sites in 2023, bringing the total verified by third parties to 6 sites.
Received LEED Green Building Certification
Located in Kokusai Dori St., Okinawa, Hotel Collective is the first wholly-owned hotel of Chia Hsin Cement Group. In June 2021, the hotel received LEED international green building certification.
Solar Energy Green Power Project
We plan to install solar panels on the rooftops of the tenants at the Gangshan Plant, with a goal of establishing 2 MW of capacity by 2026. This initiative is expected to generate over 2.2 million kWh annually, providing a stable source of self-generated green electricity and serving as a crucial pillar for emission reduction.
Awarded WELL Building Platinum Certification
Gemcare Maternity Center (Zhongshan and Dunhua Branches), a strategic partner of Chia Hsin Cement Group, was awarded WELL building platinum certification in 2020. Gemcare Maternity Center in Yangzhou, China obtained WELL Building Gold certification in 2021.
Science-based targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Applied to join the SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) in November 2023, with target approval received in January 2024. Established a mid- to long-term goal of reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030.
