Investor Relationship

Company Organization

Members of the Board of Directors

Title Name Key Educational Background and Experience
Chairman Ho, Chia-Chin

EMBA, National Chung Hsing University
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Director Chang, Hsiang-Chi

Currently serves as the President of our company
Master of Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Cheng Kung University
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Director Liao, Jen-Jui

Currently serves as the Vice President of our company
EMBA, National Chung Hsing University
U.S. Filter

Director Cho, Kuang-Ming

Corporate Representative of Jiao Shui Investment Co., Ltd.
Master of Institute of Mechanical and. Electro-Mechanical Engineering, National Sun Yat-sen University

Independent Director Chu, Tsung-Lung

Currently serves as an attorney at Zhe Ming Attorneys-At-Law
Doctor of Juridical Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Independent Director and Remuneration Committee Member, Channel Well Technology Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Mai Wei Investment Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Ming Yuan Consulting Co., Ltd.
Assistant Professor, National Chung Hsing University
Assistant Professor, National Taichung University of Science and Technology

Independent Director Chuang, Shun-Hsing

Currently serves as a Professor at Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University
PhD. of Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University

Independent Director Chen, Hsiao-Hsuan

Currently serves as a Certified Public Accountant in Practice of He Zhong Accounting Firm
Department of Accounting, Australia Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University)
Manager, Mi-Li Lu Bookkeeper and Tax Return Filing Agent Firm

Internal Audit Committee、Compensation Committee


Audit Committee

 
Title Name Key Educational Background and Experience
Committee member Chu, Tsung-Lung

Currently serves as an attorney at Zhe Ming Attorneys-At-Law
Doctor of Juridical Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Independent Director and Remuneration Committee Member, Channel Well Technology Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Mai Wei Investment Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Ming Yuan Consulting Co., Ltd.
Assistant Professor, National Chung Hsing University
Assistant Professor, National Taichung University of Science and Technology

Committee member Chuang, Shun-Hsing

Currently serves as a Professor at Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University
PhD. of Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University

Committee member Chen, Hsiao-Hsuan

Currently serves as a Certified Public Accountant in Practice of He Zhong Accounting Firm
Department of Accounting, Australia Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University)
Manager, Mi-Li Lu Bookkeeper and Tax Return Filing Agent Firm


Remuneration Committee

 
Title Name Key Educational Background and Experience
Committee member Chu, Tsung-Lung

Currently serves as an attorney at Zhe Ming Attorneys-At-Law
Doctor of Juridical Science, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Independent Director and Remuneration Committee Member, Channel Well Technology Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Mai Wei Investment Co., Ltd.
Chairman, Ming Yuan Consulting Co., Ltd.
Assistant Professor, National Chung Hsing University
Assistant Professor, National Taichung University of Science and Technology

Committee member Chuang, Shun-Hsing

Currently serves as a Professor at Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University
PhD. of Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Central University

Committee member Chen, Hsiao-Hsuan

Currently serves as a Certified Public Accountant in Practice of He Zhong Accounting Firm
Department of Accounting, Australia Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University)
Manager, Mi-Li Lu Bookkeeper and Tax Return Filing Agent Firm



Management Team

Title Name Key Educational Background and Experience
President Chang, Hsiang-Chi

Master of Institute of Environmental Engineering, National Cheng Kung University

Vice President Liao, Jen-Jui

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Chien Hsin University of Science and Technology
EMBA, National Chung Hsing University

Financial Officer Tseng, Hsiao-Wen

Department of Accounting, Chaoyang University of Science and Technology
EMBA, Tung Hai University
Financial Manager, Channel Well Technology Co., Ltd.

Accounting Officer Huang, Chia-Chi

Department of Business Management, National Sun Yat-sen University
Deputy Manager of Audit Department, Deloitte Taiwan



Board Member Composition Diversity Policy

Subject Content
Member Composition Diversity Policy and Achievement Status

Our company has established the “Procedures for Elections of Directors” and the factor of member diversity is also considered. The objective is to have at least one female director, at least one director with a legal professional background, at least one director with a professional background in finance and accounting, and at least one director with a professional background in environmental engineering.
All seven board members are equipped with professional and industrial educational backgrounds and experience in relevant practices. In addition, the member composition is diverse. For instance, there are two female directors, one director with the legal professional background, one director with the professional background in finance and accounting, and five directors with the professional background in environmental engineering. Accordingly, the board structure of the company is comprehensive and sound.

Title Name Gender Board Member Competence
Chairman Ho, Chia-Chin Male

Operational judgment, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Director Chang, Hsiang-Chi Female

Operational judgment, finance and accounting, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Director Jen-Jui Liao Male

Operational judgment, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Director Kuang-Ming Cho Male

Operational judgment, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Independent Director Tsung-Lung Chu Male

Operational judgment, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Independent Director Shun-Hsing Chuang Male

Operational judgment, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Independent Director Hsiao-Hsuan Chen Female

Operational judgment, finance and accounting, business management, crisis handling, industry knowledge, international view and leadership with decision making capabilities

Our company assigns the Management Department to be responsible for the implementation of corporate ethical management related affairs. Our company's 2024 ethical management implementation status has been reported to the Board of Directors of the company on December 26, 2024 as follows:

Item Implementation Status
Yes No Summary
I. Establishment of ethical management plans
(I)  Has the company established ethical management policies approved by the Board of Directors’ meeting and stated in its memorandum or external correspondence about the policies and practices it has to maintain business integrity? Are the Board of Directors and senior management committed to fulfilling this commitment?
V Our company has established the "Code of Ethical Conduct," "Code of Integrity in Business Operations," "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business," and the "Whistleblower Channel and Protection System," all of which have been approved by the Board of Directors. These documents regulate ethical and moral values and include relevant anti-corruption measures to ensure integrity in business operations. Detailed information is available on the public information observation station and the company's website. Additionally, our contracts include clauses that commit to integrity and honesty.
(II)  Has the company established assessment mechanism for unethical conduct risk, performed periodic analysis and assessed operating activities of relatively higher unethical conduct risk in the scope of business, and has established unethical conduct solution accordingly, and at least covering the preventive measures for the conducts described in each subparagraph of Paragraph 2 of Article 7 of the “Ethical Corporate Management Best Practice Principles for TWSE/GTSM Listed Companies? V Our company has established the "Code of Integrity in Business Operations" and the "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business," which define dishonest behaviors and regulate the handling procedures. At the same time, we prevent such behaviors through an internal control system and conduct regular audits by personnel to ensure compliance with various systems. We also encourage external parties to report dishonest behaviors.
(III) Has the company defined and enforced operating procedures, behavioral guidelines, penalties and grievance systems as part of its preventive measures against unethical conducts? Are the above measures reviewed and revised on a regular basis? V Our company has established the "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business" and the "Whistleblower Channel and Protection System," which set forth regulations for handling dishonest behaviors such as bribery, offering or accepting improper benefits, and infringing on trade secrets. These guidelines include provisions for disciplinary actions, reward and punishment systems, and grievance procedures, serving as the company's code of conduct. We regularly review updates from the competent authorities and prevent such behaviors through an internal control system, with auditors conducting regular checks to ensure compliance with current regulations.
II. Implementation of Ethical Management
(I) Has the company evaluated the record of the counterparties on business ethics, and explicitly stated business integrity as an integral part of the contracts when entering into agreements with counterparties of trade?
V When evaluating business counterparts, our company conducts credit investigations and assessments of customers and suppliers, and includes integrity and honesty commitment clauses in the contracts.
(II) Has the company established a dedicated unit directly under the Board of Directors and is responsible for the implementation of corporate ethical management, and reporting its ethical management policy and proposal for prevention of unethical conducts as well as supervision of implementation status to the Board of Directors’ meeting periodically (at least once annually)? V Our company has designated the General Manager's Office as the dedicated unit for corporate integrity management. The audit unit conducts integrity risk assessments to ensure the implementation of integrity in business operations and provides an annual report to the Board of Directors.
(III) Has the company defined and enforced operating procedures, behavioral guidelines, penalties and grievance systems as part of its preventive measures against unethical conducts? Are the above measures reviewed and revised on a regular basis? V Both our company's "Code of Integrity in Business Operations" and "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business" include regulations on conflict of interest and grievance channels. Additionally, we have provided contact points for relevant units on the company website.
(IV) Has the company implemented an effective accounting policy and internal control system to maintain business integrity? Has an internal or external audit unit been assigned to devise audit plans based on the outcome of integrity risk assessment, and to audit employees' compliance with various preventions against unethical conduct? V Our company has established accounting systems and internal control systems, and ensures their effective implementation. The audit unit develops audit plans based on the results of integrity risk assessments to ensure the implementation of integrity in business operations, eliminate opportunities for dishonesty, and prepares audit reports. Certified public accountants also conduct regular internal control system audits annually.
(V) Has the company provided internal and external training on topics of ethical management? V Our company periodically conducts meetings and prepares annual presentations and quizzes on integrity in business operations. The content includes topics such as insider trading regulations, legal responsibilities related to integrity in business, compliance resources, and the whistleblowing system, among others. These are provided to all employees and managers to ensure they understand their importance and integrate them into daily operations.
III. Implementation Status of the Company’s Reporting System
(I) Has the company established a substantive reporting and reward and punishment system and convenient channels for reporting, and appointed designated personnel for handling the targets of reports?
V Our company has established a reporting and reward system, reporting channels, and handling procedures in the "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business" and the "Whistleblower Channel and Protection System." We have also set up a stakeholder grievance channel and contact information (including a dedicated hotline, email, etc.) on the company website, with designated personnel responsible for handling them.
(II) Has the company established standard operation procedures for responding to reports and complaints, the measures to be taken after the investigation, and related mechanisms for confidentiality? V Our company has established a reporting system and reporting channels in Article 21 of the "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business" and the "Whistleblower Channel and Protection System." Personnel handling whistleblower cases are required to maintain confidentiality regarding the identity of the whistleblower and the content of the report.
(III) Has the company taken any measures for the protection of the informants or reporters from suffering undue treatment? V Our company has established protective measures for whistleblowers in Article 21 of the "Procedures and Behavioral Guidelines for Integrity in Business" and the "Whistleblower Channel and Protection System," which are regularly revised. Whistleblowers shall not be dismissed, have their salary reduced, have their legally entitled rights harmed, or face any other adverse treatment due to the cases they report.
IV. Has the company enhanced the disclosure of the content of its Corporate Governance Best Practice Principles and the effectiveness of the implementation of the principles on its website and the MOPS website? V The relevant regulations and the results of education and training initiatives are published on the public information observation station and the company's website. To date, no violations of integrity in business operations have occurred.

If the company has its own integrity management code based on the "Integrity Management Code for Listed Companies," please explain the operation and any differences with the established code: There are no differences.

Other important information that helps understand the company's integrity management operations (such as the company's review and revision of its established integrity management code, etc.): Our company has established the "Code of Integrity in Business Operations" and other regulations, which are regularly reviewed and revised. We also have clear whistleblower channels available for investors, customers, suppliers, and shareholders to file complaints or reports. Detailed information can be found on the public information observation station and the company's website.


Internal Audit Implementation Status

Subject Content
Internal Audit Organization

1. Our company's internal audit is an independent unit, and it is staffed with an Audit Officer and agents, which is established under the Board of Directors directly.
2. The basic information, educational background, experience and training information of auditors are reported to the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) via an internet information system before the end of January of each year according to the regulations of FSC.
3. Our company values internal audit and provides full authorization in order to promote proper audits, to assess deficiencies of the internal control system and to measure the effect and efficiency of operations, and also assists the Board of Directors and the management to perform their duties effectively, thereby implementing corporate governance system thoroughly.

Internal Audit Operation

1. An annual audit plan is established at the end of each year according to the risk assessment mechanism and relevant regulatory requirements. After the approval by the Board of Directors, an audit is performed according to the plan.
2. The internal audit implementation status is discussed with the Audit Committee and reported to the Board of Directors periodically.
3. The improvement status of the internal efficiencies and abnormalities found during the internal audit is tracked periodically.
4. The internal audit self-assessment is reviewed in order to ensure that the system is maintained properly and implemented effectively. In addition, self-review result is also prepared for submission to the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors for discussion.

Appointment and Discharge of Internal Auditors

The “Corporate Governance Best Practice Principles” of our company have explicitly specified that the appointment, discharge, evaluation and remuneration of internal auditors shall be reported by the Audit Officer to the Chairman for approval.

Communication Status of Independent Directors and Internal Audit Officer

1. The Internal Audit Officer reports the monthly internal audit implementation status to the independent directors, and the independent directors may request the Internal Audit Officer to supplement information and provide a report depending upon the situation.
2. In case of any major abnormal event, the Internal Audit Officer reports such event to the independent directors.
3. The Internal Audit Officer provides internal audit implementation status report during the Audit Committee meeting discussion and the Board of Directors’ meetings periodically.
4. The Internal Audit Officer participates in communication meetings with independent directors and CPAs at least twice annually.
5. The communication outcome and status are proper, and the key communication focuses are as follows:

Date

Communication Focus

Opinion of Independent Directors

113/03/12

Internal audit implementation status report for October-December 2023

No opinions on this issue

Internal audit implementation status report for January 2024

No opinions on this issue

Discussion on proposal for 2023 “Internal Control System Effectiveness Evaluation” of our company

No opinions on this issue

113/05/09

Internal audit implementation status report for February-March 2024

No opinions on this issue

113/08/08

Internal audit implementation status report for April-June 2024

No opinions on this issue

113/11/12

Internal audit implementation status report for July-September 2024

No opinions on this issue

Discussion on proposal of our company's 2025 audit plan

No opinions on this issue

Communication Status of Independent Directors and Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

1.Our company’s CPAs provide report and perform sufficient communication in person with the independent directors on matters related to the financial report, financial key audit and corporate governance.
2.Meetings may be convened at any time in case of major abnormal events.
3.The communication status is proper, and the key communication focuses are as follows
 

Date

Communication Focus

Opinion of Independent Directors

113/03/12

1.Communication with the corporate governance unit and management team
1.1 Independence of the auditor
1.2 Content of the client’s representation letter
1.3 Scope of the group audit
1.4 Operational overview
1.5 Summary of audit differences
1.6 Key audit matters
1.7 Expected audit opinion to be issued by the auditor for the fiscal year 2023

No opinions on this issue

2. Regulatory Updates of Securities and Exchange Act

No opinions on this issue

113/11/12

1.Communication with the corporate governance unit and management team
1.1 Auditor's independence
1.2 Content of the client's representation letter
1.3 Scope of the group's review
1.4 Operational overview
1.5 Audit differences identified during the review
1.6 Auditor's planned review report
1.7 Annual audit planning communication matters

No opinions on this issue

2. Regulatory Updates of Securities and Exchange Act

No opinions on this issue


Audit Committee Implementation Status

Audit Committee and Board of Directors Date/Session Proposal Content Audit Committee Resolution Result Response of the Company to Opinions of Audit Committee

113/03/12
5th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/03/12
6th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for 2023 business report and financial statements of our company
2. Proposal for 2023 distribution of earnings of our company
3. The investment and establishment of the Indian subsidiary, EVERCLEAR ENVIRONMENT India Private Limited
4. Proposal for assessment on the independence and competency of CPAs of our company
5. Proposal for 2024 remuneration of CPAs of our company
6. Proposal for the establishment process and general policy on non-assurance service prior consent 
7. Proposal for internal audit implementation status
8. Proposal for 2023 “Internal Control System Effectiveness Evaluation”

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors

113/05/09
6th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/05/09
7th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for 2024 Q1 consolidated financial statements of our company 
2. Proposal for amendment to parts of the provisions of the “Audit Committee Organizational Regulations” of our company
3. Proposal for internal audit implementation status

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors

113/08/08
7th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/08/08
8th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for 2024 Q2 consolidated financial statements of our company
2. Proposal for internal audit implementation status

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors

113/09/19
8th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/09/19
9th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for the acquisition of real estate by the Vietnam subsidiary
2. Proposal for cash capital increase and stock subscription by the Vietnam subsidiary

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors

113/11/12
9th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/11/12
10th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for 2024 Q3 consolidated financial statements of our company
2. Proposal for 2024 remuneration of CPAs of our company
3. Proposal for internal audit implementation status
4. Proposal for 2025 audit plan of our company
5. Proposal for the formulation of "Sustainable Information Management Regulations" of our company
6. Proposal for amendment to parts of the provisions of the “Related Party and Group Company Transaction Management Regulations” of our company

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors

113/12/26
10th Meeting of 3rd Term of Audit Committee Meeting

113/12/26
11th Meeting of 9th Term of Board of Directors’ Meeting

1. Proposal for internal audit implementation status track
2. Proposal for 2024 remuneration of CPAs of our company
3. Proposal for 2024 operating budget of our company

Approved by all Audit Committee members Approved by all attending directors



Succession Planning for Important Management

Subject Content
Succession Planning and Operation Status of Board Members

To enhance corporate governance and to link up with the world, our company has established the Audit Committee in 2017 earlier than the schedule (no later than 2022) for the establishment of Audit Committee according to the request of the competent authority.
After the establishment of the Audit Committee of our company, there are a total of seven directors (including three independent directors). The professional background of the board members includes the academic and practical fields of management, accounting, law, environmental resource and engineering, and the board members are also equipped with diverse industry and academic background and knowledge, such that they are able to provide professional opinions from different perspectives, thereby stably improving the business performance and management efficiency of the company.

The board composition structure and member selection of our company comply with the Procedures for Elections of Directors of our company, such that outstanding personnel in various fields are elected, in order to achieve board composition diversity and professionalism. Accordingly, the board members are able to provide corporate management policies and advises comprehensively and to enhance the function of corporate governance.

Our company expects to activate the board member succession plan for the 10th term of the board of directors and will arrange senior managerial officers of our company to enter the board in order to become familiar with the board operation to receive relevant training. In addition, the participation level of senior managerial officers in their business units and their job skill learning and management will also be enhanced at the same time.



Workplace Diversity and Gender Equality Promotion Policy

Subject Content
Workplace Diversity and Gender Equality Promotion Policy

The company's employees' promotion, salary, promotion and remuneration are based on their job categories, academic experience, professional knowledge and skills, professional years of experience and personal performance, and do not differ based on age, gender, race and other factors. In accordance with the Labor Standards Act, the Gender Equality at Work Act, the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act and other relevant laws and regulations, we formulate employee handbooks, maintain a good environment, and implement equal remuneration, employment conditions, training and promotion opportunities.

Employee nationality:

Items

Proportion of all employees(%)

National employees

100%

Foreign employees

0%

Female diversity:

Items

Proportion of all employees/supervisors(%)

Female employees

33.33%

Female executive

45.45%

Others:

Items

Proportion of all employees(%)

Employees under 30 years old

42.03%

Employees aged 30-50 years old

52.17%

Employees over 50 years old

5.71%

Data Statistics Time:2024/12/31

Human Rights Policy

Policy Download
Human Rights Policy


Intellectual Property Management and Enforcement Status

 
Subject Content
Management Policy

1. The company shall not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of others when engaging in activities such as inventions, creations, works, trade secrets, research and development, and production.
2. The company values and actively manages its own intellectual property and respects the intellectual property of others.
3. The company strictly complies with relevant intellectual property laws and regulations, as well as contractual obligations.
4. The company takes appropriate actions to protect its intellectual property rights against infringements and addresses claims by others that the company has infringed upon their intellectual property.
5. The company provides regular education, training, or awareness programs on intellectual property and related confidentiality obligations to all employees.

Implementation Status

The company has submitted the implementation status of intellectual property management to the board of directors on December 26, 2024.

Intellectual Property List

Invention Patent

Pending:2

Approved :5

Utility Model Patent

Pending:0

Approved :3

Design Patent

Pending:2

Approved :5

Trademark

Pending:0

Approved :10

Important Company Internal Regulations

Regulations Download
Articles of Incorporation
Regulations for Whistleblower Channel and Protection System
Procedures for Ethical Management and Guidelines for Conduct
Regulations for Performance Evaluation of the Board of Directors
Rules Governing Financial and Business Matters Between the Company and its Affiliated Enterprises
Remuneration Committee Charter of the Company
Regulations Governing Scope of Responsibility of Independent Directors of the Company
Regulations Governing Scope of Responsibility of Audit Committee of the Company
Ethical Corporate Management Best Practice Principles of the Company
Rules of Procedure for Board of Directors Meetings of the Company
Procedures for Elections of Directors and Supervisors of the Company
Code of Ethical Conduct of the Company
Rules of Procedure for Shareholders’ Meeting of the Company
Corporate Governance Best Practice Principles
Sustainable Development Best Practice Principles of the Company
Procedures for Prevention of Insider Trading and Handling of Internal Material Information
Intellectual Property Management Regulations