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Sustainability Policy and Principles
Formulation of AUO sustainability policy in accordance with international trends and the relevant guidelines
The AUO sustainability policy was formally adopted in 2015 by a resolution of the Board of Directors. Formulated in accordance with international trends and the relevant standards, the policy encompasses a total of 12 items spread across the three aspects of governance, environment and society. The policy not only serves as the ultimate guide for the sustainable development of AUO but also complements the CSR principles that the company has publicly committed to in its pursuit of sustainability.
The AUO Sustainability Policy
- With the“Bright Innovation, Amazing Life”vision, AUO is committed to business sustainability by balancing economic, environmental, and social needs.
- We uphold the highest standards of integrity. Any and all forms of bribery, extortion, corruption, and Illegal profits are strictly prohibited.
- Weighing risk and opportunity, we create benefits for our customers, shareholders, employees, and relevant stakeholders.
- We operate in full compliance with the laws and regulations, and adhere to internationally recognized standards and initiatives.
- As the company takes on the mission to be a global leader in green solutions, we foster continuous product innovation and are dedicated to technology advancement.
- By strengthening partnerships with our value chain, we seek joint value optimization and positive impacts.
- We believe enhanced resources and greater energy efficiency will stimulate a more circular economy.
- We wish to reduce adverse environmental impacts, mitigate climate change, and preserve ecological balance.
- We support the Universal Declarations of Human Rights and place importance on equal opportunities, diversified career development, and labor rights.
- We promote work-life balance and maintain a comfortable and safe environment to ensure human capital development.
- With“Integrity & Introspection,”“Caring & Contribution,”"Execution & Excellence,”and“Passion & Professionalism”as our core values, we actively engage in corporate citizenship and make valuable contributions to the society.
- We promote greater transparency and accountability by enabling proactive information disclosure and sharing.
Corporate Governance Policy and Principles
AUO has defined polices for enterprise integrity, anti-trust, taxation, quality, and conflict minerals. These take the form of the Articles of Incorporation, Ethical Corporate Management Principles, Corporate Governance Principles, Code of Ethical Conduct for Directors and Senior Management as well as the Board of Directors Self-Assessment of Performance. Corporate governance procedures and rules are now fully documented through the Rules for the Election of Directors, AUO Rules and Procedures for Shareholders Meeting, Organic Charter of the Audit Committee, Organic Charter of the Remuneration Committee, Regulations for Prevention of Insider Trading, Handling Procedures for Providing Endorsements and Guarantees for Third Parties, Handling Procedures for Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Handling Procedures for Capital Lending, Handling Procedures for Conducting Derivative Transactions, as well as Policy and Procedures for Complaints and Concerns Regarding Accounting, Internal Accounting.
Environmental Policy and Principles
AUO environmental safety & health (ESH) and energy policies are based on expectations of overall ESH and energy performance. Company business philosophy, outcomes of environmental assessments, statutory requirements, resource requirements, pollution prevention and stakeholders are also taken into account. The supply chain is required to adhere to the rules on hazardous substances as well.
AUO Taxation Policy
AUO has investments in multiple countries as a leading global supplier of opto-electronic solutions so changes in national taxation policies are closely monitored. Potential taxation risks for local AUO operations are also assessed in the following way.
- Adhere to local tax laws; calculate and pay taxes correctly
- Support local government’s tax policies on business innovation and reinvestment
- Handle tax matters with the utmost ethical standards
- Maintain open and positive communications with tax authorities
- Disclose tax information in financial statements and annual reports in strict accordance with reporting standards and laws
- Evaluate impact and response measures for changes in taxation laws
- Learn the latest developments/changes in local tax laws, and convey them to employees through internal training
