Since 1959, CLC has advanced 3R PLUS Total-Circulation Technologies, integrating agricultural and forestry resources with product, energy, and water cycles to enhance its circular economy model and low-carbon product benefits. In 2024, CLC achieved stable operation of new capacity in Vietnam, expanded application of eco weed control paper in agriculture, and obtained FSSC 22000 certification for Tayuan Box Plant. ChuPei Paper Mill operated Taiwan's largest biomass cogeneration system, reducing carbon intensity of household products and paperboard by 31.1% and increasing alternative fuel use to 47.6%. Tayuan Paper Mill optimized the recovered bleached pulp line, improving waste food paper container recycling. CLC will continue to drive technological innovation, expand overseas Total-Circulation capacity, construct biogas and biomass energy systems at Houli Paper Mill, and accelerate the third phase expansion in Vietnam. CLC will also increase investment in low-carbon packaging R&D to enhance paper value and support environmental, ecological, and social benefits.

Better Together: Enhancing Smart Manufacturing Competitiveness with Supply Chain Partners

In response to the global trend toward sustainable low-carbon supply chains, building and upgrading the industry talent pool is essential for international competitiveness. CLC adopted the "Better Together" approach, conducted a comprehensive supply chain assessment, and focused on four resilience actions: Low-carbon, Digitalization, Incentives, and Empowerment, with over 15 specific action goals. Key initiatives include supporting recycling operators in source separation for low-carbon and smart operations, introducing an on-site audit mechanism, and establishing the Sustainable Excellence Supplier Award to recognize outstanding supplier performance in sustainability. In 2023, CLC established the first Carbon Neutrality Alliance in the paper industry and developed an industry carbon database to accelerate low-carbon transformation across the supply chain. In 2024, CLC targeted 300 key supply chain partners, advancing a dual-axis Net Zero Intelligent Manufacturing strategy through the CLC iPAS Industrial Control Cybersecurity and Smart Manufacturing Supply Chain Program, integrating resources from industry, government, academia, and research to cultivate internationally competitive green talent and build a resilient, sustainable supply chain for the global net zero transition.

People-centered Workplace Empowered by AI Technologies for Sustainable Manufacturing

CLC identified talent development as critical to long-term sustainability and implemented a 10-year training plan. Through the CLC Talent Academy, 300 internal instructors are systematically trained, each receiving over 48 hours of training annually. CLC offers diverse courses and promotes domestic and international job rotations, emphasizing practical learning to build the smart papermaking 4.0 talent pool.

In 2024, CLC designated the Milestone Year of AI applications, leveraging AI Technologies Empowerment to advance smart manufacturing, improve production efficiency, strengthen energy-saving and carbon reduction monitoring, and optimize CRM customer service management. CLC integrates manufacturing, management, and sales, addresses workforce structure challenges in traditional industries by adopting Digitalization inspection and automated management Technologies, reduces reliance on manual labor, and enhances sustainable smart manufacturing capabilities.

CLC maintains a talent-centric approach, building a diverse and Social Inclusion workplace. The company has implemented annual salary adjustments for 18 consecutive years and developed an internationally competitive green-collar talent pool. CLC continues to improve the work environment, ensuring safety and comfort. In recent years, CLC has promoted the construction and renovation of employee dormitories to enhance post-work quality of life and encouraged participation in club activities to strengthen team cohesion and corporate culture.

Driving a Low-carbon Sustainable Future through Intelligent Manufacturing

 Sustainability risks are a critical challenge for business operations. By 2025, CLC will prioritize production and sales upgrades, intelligent applications, low-carbon transformation, and risk management. CLC will leverage intelligent Technologies to optimize production and sales processes and advance low-carbon transformation for sustainable development. The company will enhance risk management systems and address ESG transformation and SDGs innovation opportunities to establish a foundation for long-term sustainability.