【2024 Sustainability Transformation in Practice】 Partnership for Good: A Complete Report on Fudy’s Inaugural Supplier ESG Learning Day

Building a Sustainable Future Together: Fudy and Suppliers Join Forces in ESG Journey

In the era of sustainable development, businesses can no longer work in isolation but must advance together with all stakeholders. On December 6, 2024, Fudy’s Taipei headquarters hosted the “ESG Academy: Learning Day for Fudy and Partners,” gathering supplier partners to explore the unlimited possibilities of sustainable development over refreshments (all served with eco-friendly tableware!).

Supplier Partners: Key PARTNER on Our Sustainability Journey

In 2024, Fudy Group demonstrated innovative thinking through four company-wide workshops, building consensus and establishing a sustainability strategy blueprint centered on ‘PARTNER’:

Seven Pillars of Our PARTNER Sustainability Strategy

• Planned Development: Establishing a comprehensive sustainable development roadmap
• Accurate Excellence: Pursuing precision and superior quality in products and services
• Responsive Agility: Adapting swiftly to market and environmental changes
• Trustworthy Operations: Upholding business integrity and building reliable partnerships
• Nurturing Growth: Fostering talent development and creating an environment for collective growth
• Eco-friendly Practices:  Committing to environmental sustainability and green operations
• Rights-respecting Culture: Promoting human rights and cultivating an inclusive workplace

Deepening ESG Awareness: A Pivotal Moment in Supply Chain Sustainability Transformation

The event drew enthusiastic participation from 37 supplier partners, demonstrating the industry’s strong commitment to sustainable development. A pre-event survey revealed suppliers’ current ESG awareness:

• 24 partners indicated they either “fully understand” or “have basic knowledge” of ESG, reflecting a foundational awareness of sustainability within our supply chain
• 13 partners (35.1%) acknowledged they “have heard of it but lack detailed understanding” or “have no knowledge,” highlighting the need for enhanced ESG education

These survey findings have strengthened Fudy’s resolve to advance sustainability education, as we work together with our supplier partners to raise ESG awareness and build a more sustainable future.

Comprehensive Sustainability Learning: In-Depth Exploration From Theory to Practice

Fudy’s Practical Experience in Sustainable Development

During the first presentation session, Fudy’s sustainability management team shared their hands-on experiences:

Deep Dive into ESG Core Concepts

We explored the three pillars – Environmental, Social, and Governance – with our partners, establishing a robust foundation for sustainable development understanding.

ESG Implementation Through International Standards

Fudy demonstrated tangible sustainability achievements through various international certifications cases:

Environmental Management Systems

• Implementation experience of ISO 14001, showcasing end-to-end sustainable management from raw materials to waste disposal
• Practical insights from FSCTM certification, demonstrating our commitment to responsible sourcing

Integrated Quality and Sustainability Strategy

• Strategic application of G7 Color Management Certification, achieving synergy between quality excellence and carbon reduction
• Integration of sustainability principles into daily operations through ISO 9001 Quality Management System

Employee Wellbeing and Social Responsibility

• Practical implementation of RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Code of Conduct
• Enhanced labor rights protection and occupational health & safety management practices

Deepening Implementation Sustainable Management Systems

Innovative Development in Sustainability Governance

Fudy shared valuable experiences in establishing ESG organizational structures, demonstrating how to effectively integrate sustainability into corporate DNA and achieve systematic transformation towards sustainable development.

Collaborative Journey in Shaping Our Sustainability Vision

Through comprehensive employee engagement, Fudy showcased our approach to building organizational consensus and crafting a sustainability vision. This collavborative process led to the development of our distinctive PARTNER strategic framework, providing clear direction for our corporate sustainability journey.

Sustainability Milestones 2023-2024

We shared significant achievements and key learnings from Fudy’s sustainability pathway with our partners, highlighting our unwavering commitment to and concrete results in driving sustainable transformation.

Innovative Practices in Carbon Management and Sustainable Supply Chain

Comprehensive Guide to Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory Management

Fudy shared insights and best practices from our GHG inventory experience:

Practical Inventory Methodologies

• Effective approaches for data collection and consolidation
• Key inventory checkpoints for energy-intensive equipment
• Critical guidelines for avoiding inventory errors

Sustainability Transformation Resources

• Implementation guide for Ministry of Environment’s ” Mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting System”
• Navigation through product carbon footprint calculation tools
• Comprehensive overview of government sustainability grants and subsidies

RBA Sustainable Supply Chain Management Implementation

In our sharing session on RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Code of Conduct implementation, Fudy collaborated with supply chain partners to address critical operational aspects:

Regulatory Compliance and Management

• Implementation of Taiwan’s labor, occupational safety, and environmental regulations
• Best practices in regulatory identification and compliance management system development

Human Rights and Workplace Culture Enhancement

• Vision for a supply chain with zero tolerance for discrimination, child labor, and forced labor
• Strategic initiatives for fostering an inclusive and positive workplace environment

Sustainable Management Systems Integration

• Systematic approach to establishing corporate social responsibility frameworks
• Localization strategies for international standards including RBA and SA8000

Future Perspectives on Supply Chain Sustainability Management

Industry Trends and strategic Insights

We were honored to have Mr. Steven Tsai, CEO of Unity Sustainability Services, deliver a keynote presentation that provided comprehensive strategic insights for our partners:

• Emerging Global Trends in Supply Chain Sustainability
• Industry-specific Sustainability Risks and Transformation Opportunities
• Strategic Framework for Building Supply Chain Resilience
• Actionable Recommendations for Sustainability Management Implementation

Advancing into a New Era of Sustainable Development

Quantitative Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Our ESG Learning Day demonstrated significant results through pre- and post-event surveys:

Measurable Progress in ESG Comprehension

• 56.6% of participants reported “comprehensive understanding” of ESG concepts, while 43.3% indicated “moderate understanding,” demonstrating the program’s success in elevating overall awareness
• 80% expressed “complete understanding” across all ESG components
• Identified learning priorities:

• 6% wanted more focus on Governance training
• 6% requested additional Environmental and Social insights
• 3% sought more Environmental or Social Rights education

Implementation Challenges Identified

Survey results highlighted areas needing strengthening:

• 8% identified Environmental initiatives as primary challenge
• 1% indicated need for comprehensive enhancement across all pillars
• 8% highlighted Governance implementation complexities
• 1% noted Social aspect challenges 

Demonstrated Commitment to Continuous Learning

Participants showed strong interest in future learning:

• 3% “highly committed” to next year’s program
• 20% “moderately interested”
• 6% “willing to participate”
• Aggregate participation willingness: 98.3%

Regarding future low-carbon courses:

• 3% confirmed participation
• 9% expressed conditional interest
• Minimal resistance: 2.7% decline rate

Fostering a Collaborative Vision for Sustainable Excellence

Based on the positive feedback, Fudy is committed to expanding our sustainability initiatives:

1. Enhanced ESG Capacity Building
   • Tailored training programs addressing specific competency needs
2. Collaborative Sustainability Platforms
   • Regular knowledge-sharing forms
   • Sharing best practices and implementation guidance

The dramatic improvement from initial assessment to post-event evaluation, where nearly 60% of participants achieved “thorough understanding”, clearly demonstrates the program’s value. We firmly believe that such in-depth exchanges will strengthen our partnerships and generate greater momentum for sustainable development.

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