- Supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather.
- Stricter environmental regulations.
- Shifting customer preferences towards low-carbon products.
- International carbon tariffs.
- Water shortages.
- Heat-related injuries among employees.
Globe Union Industrial Corp.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Globe Union Industrial Corp. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of Taiwan HQ: 361.395 tCO2e/year; Milim: 44,124.585 tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: Taiwan HQ: 21.227 tCO2e/year; Milim: 22,816.352 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: Taiwan HQ: 340.168 tCO2e/year; Milim: 21,308.233 tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
Taiwan HQ: 361.395 tCO2e/year; Milim: 44,124.585 tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
Taiwan HQ: 0%; Milim: 0.08%
of total energy
Water Usage
Taiwan HQ: 3,962 tons/year; Milim: 640,243 tons/year
2023
Waste
Taiwan HQ: 4.05 tons/year; Milim: 3,490.02 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
Taiwan HQ: 2,478.96 GJ/year; Milim: 531,311 GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | Taiwan HQ: 21.227 tCO2e/year; Milim: 22,816.352 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | Taiwan HQ: 340.168 tCO2e/year; Milim: 21,308.233 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Taiwan HQ: 361.395 tCO2e/year; Milim: 44,124.585 tCO2e/year |
| 2016 | 25.1K tCO2e (Shenzhen) + 41653 tCO2e (Shandong) + 474.36 tCO2e (Headquarters) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Milim received Green Factory Certification from the Shandong Province Building Materials Industry.
- Expanded solar photovoltaic power use to 120,000 kWh.
- Upgraded kiln heat recovery system, recovering approximately 95,457 GJ.
- Achieved 88.93% wastewater recycling rate at Milim.
- Sanitary Vitreous China (VC) and faucet products received Water Sense certification.
- Launched patented non-plastic product packaging.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption per unit product.
- Increase renewable energy share.
- Complete greenhouse gas inventory and assurance.
- Reduce customer complaints.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve energy consumption limit standard for sanitary Vitreous China products.
- Increase renewable energy share.
- Set annual carbon reduction targets.
- Maintain stable customer satisfaction.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions by 2050 (implied).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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