2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

CONTENT
2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
About the Report 02

Chairman's Speech 04

About Astronergy 06

Stakeholder Research 16

Analysis of Substantial Topics 18

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Corporate Governance and
Sustainable Management
Green Sustainable Management 22
Sunshine Compliance Operation 24
Customer Rights Protection 27
Product Development and Innovation 30
Product Quality Control 33
Sustainable Supply Chain 35
Social Responsibility Practice and Exploration 38

40
Climate Change &
Environmental Friendliness
Response to Climate Change 42
Energy Resource Management 44
Water Resource Management 47
Pollution Governance 49

54
Career Development and
Social Welfare
Safeguard the Rights and Interests of Employees 56
Safeguard H&S 59
Support Employees’ Development 63
Commitment to Social Welfare 67

Independent Verification Statement 70

Appendices 72
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About the Report

T h e 2 0 2 2 A n n u a l E n v i ro n m e n t a l , Reporting Boundaries 1 Data Sources

Social and Governance (ESG) Report
(hereinafter referred to as "the Report") The scope of information disclosed in this report covers Chint New Energy The data in the report originated from internal original ledgers, corporate documents and
o f C h i n t N e w E n e rg y Te c h n o l o g y Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) and its subsidiaries: audit statements of Astronergy. Unless otherwise stated, the currencies in the report are all
Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) ("Astronergy", expressed in RMB.
"the Company" or "We") is the first
Environmental, Social and Governance Company Address This report was finally considered and approved by the Board of Directors of Astronergy held
(ESG) Repor t of the company, with on April 24, 2023. The Board of Directors and all directors of the company warrant that the
Chint New Energy Technology No.1 Jisheng Road, Jianshan New Zone, Haining,
the purpose of presenting economic, Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) Zhejiang Province contents of the report do not contain any false statements, misleading statements or substantial
environmental and social sustainability- omissions. Astronergy is responsible for the truthfulness, accuracy and completeness of the
Chint Solar (Haining) Co., Ltd. No.2 Jisheng Road, Jianshan NewZone, Haining,
related management prac tices and Zhejiang Province report contents.
performance of Astronergy in 2022 to
Hangzhou Zhengtai Import Room 723, Building 2, No. 1335 Bin'an Road,
stakeholders. and Export Co., Ltd Puyan Street, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Province

Hangzhou Branch of Chint Room 724, Building 2, No. 1335 Bin'an Road,
Reporting Standards
New Energy Technology Puyan Street, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) Province Prepared in compliance with the requirements of 2021 edition of Global Reporting Initiative
Standards(GRI Standards) on the sustainability report;
Chint Solar (Yancheng) Co.,
Ltd. No.1 Tonghui Road, Shanghai-Suzhou Industrial
Linkage Cluster, Dafeng District, Yancheng, Jiangsu Refers to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and the United
Chint New Energy Technology Province Nations Global Compact 10 Principles (UNGC 10 Principles).
(Yancheng) Co., Ltd.

Chint New Energy Technology No.15 Jingwu Road, Jiuquan Economic and

External Verification
(Jiuquan) Co., Ltd. Technological Development Zone, Suzhou District,
Jiuquan, Gansu Province

Songyuan Astronergy
Yadahong Industrial Zone, Ningjiang District,
Photovoltaic Technology
Songyuan, Jilin Province
The report has been verified by the Shanghai Branch of TÜV SÜD Certification and Testing
Co.,Ltd.
(China) Co., Ltd. and issued the "Limited Guarantee'. The verification report is attached.

M.L.T. Solar Energy 88/1 Moo 9 Ko Khanun. Phanom Sarakham,

Products Co.,Ltd. Chachoengsao

Release of the Report

Reporting Period This report is published electronically in Chinese and English on the Internet. In case of
discrepancies between the English and the Chinese version, the Chinese report shall prevail.
This annual report covers the period from January 1, 2022 to December 31, Electronic copies are available for download on our website at: https://www.astro-energy.com
2022. Some textual information is outside this scope, which will be explained
as deemed appropriate.

Contact Information
1
Note: The operated data of Chint Solar (Haining) Co., Ltd. is recorded in Chint New
Astronergy Sustainability Management Committee, ASMC
Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) and the factories under construction are not
included in this report; Jilin Songyuan Manufacturing Base was put into operation on Address: No.1 Jisheng Road, Jianshan NewZone, Haining, Zhejiang Province
December 15, 2022, less than one year after it was officially put into operation, which Tel: +86 182 6846 9574
is not included in the data of this report; the relevant data of Chint Solar (Jiuquan) Email: [email protected]
Co., Ltd. shall be recorded in Chint New Energy Technology (Jiuquan) Co., Ltd.; The
factories in Yiwu, Yueqing, Fengyang, Ningxia and Fuyang are still under construction
and are not covered by this report.

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Chairman's Speech

The potential of PV industry was in the limelight across line with the established targets. More importantly, at a time when technology iterations are well under way, Astronergy has stepped
the global in the year 2022. With various unstable smoothly into the n-type track and taken the lead in the industry to achieve mass production of n-type TOPCon Modules, providing a
factors such as post-pandemic effect, climate change clear strategic direction for long-term corporate development.
and wars, PV has maintained an increasing trend with
230GW of new installations for the year and a year- In terms of sustainable development, Astronergy has never stopped practicing or exploring.
on-year growth of 35.3%. The world recognized the
As an intelligent manufacturing enterprise focusing on PV modules, Astronergy has always taken green and sustainable development
urgency of low-carbon energy transformation and the
as its long-term strategic goal and continues to implement energy-saving and low-carbon actions across the industrial chain. In
tremendous potential of PV.
terms of product, we are actively promoting thinner and larger silicon wafers, prioritizing environment-friendly materials, continuously
The year of 2022 was extremely special for Astronergy improving energy utilization and module efficiency, in order to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption of ASTRO module
as well. Upon entrance to the PV industry in 2006, products in all respects. Meanwhile, we have launched the accounting of product carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions in
A s t ro n e rg y h a s b e e n co m m i t te d to i t s m o d u l e a comprehensive manner, obtained the first Carbon Labeling Certificate in the PV industry in China and the French Carbon Footprint
manufacturing business for 17 consecutive years, Certification provided by Certisolis for our entire product line, and actively promoted the product carbon footprint and environmental
demonstrating strong vitality and corporate resilience product declaration verified by authoritative institutions. In addition, Astronergy also actively rolled out green and energy-saving
in the green energy sec tor. In 2022, Astronergy smart energy supply and utilization projects in its headquarters and bases to promote sustainable development of the enterprise
managed to step up strategic upgrading, whereby itself.
the standardization and effectiveness of corporate
As a green manufacturing enterprise, Astronergy has always taken corporate social responsibility as its innate mission and has
governance was improved, brand positioning and
gradually built a more systematic ESG system on the basis of the existing sustainable management system. At the end of the reporting
performance targets were clarified, and outstanding
period, the ESG Committee of Astronergy was formally established to mobilize R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, product service,
results were achieved beyond expectations thanks to
human resources and other departments for special subject committees covering R&D innovation, energy saving and emission
joint efforts from all employees.
reduction, sustainable procurement and employee welfare, optimize the operation and management mode, formulate corresponding
In 2022, Astronergy offered more international ESG indexes, evaluate environment friendliness and effectively promote the emission reduction and carbon reduction plans.
customers with green and clean electricity through PV/
The first ESG report of Astronergy represents just a new starting point for corporate sustainable development strategy. From green
solar modules, and the shipment volume hit a historic
products to green supply chain, from low-carbon factory to zero-carbon factory, from the enterprise itself to the surrounding
high; on the product scale, we focused on promoting
communities and peer partners, Astronergy never ceases to deliver the value of PV and ensure a better understanding of PV across
the construction of high-efficiency production capacity,
the world. In the future, Astronergy will continue to build a better, inclusive, fair and harmonious society together with its partners.
whereby the annual production capacity reached
20GW; on the industrial chain layout, we achieved Countries around the world are driving the progress of carbon peak and carbon neutrality. From major economies and countries to
vertical integration and synergistic development, and small enterprises, organizations and individuals, low-carbon sustainable concept has been recognized. There have been controversies
enhanced the integrity of the whole industrial chain and in terms of energy security, climate change, and technology routes, but sustainable living has been a consensus of all, a common
corporate capacity in risk mitigation by laying out the concept shared by all nations.
upstream silicon wafer and silicon material enterprises
through investment and shareholding. We insisted on PV industry, boasting a nature of sustainable development, will serve as a bridge toward building a community of sustainable living.
stable and compliant operation, taking into account Astronergy aims to be one of the driving forces behind the change across the globe. We implement low-carbon action through
the expectations of shareholders, suppliers, customers, every PV/solar module, practice green behavior through every employee, and guide our partners in the PV industry chain to build a
employees and other stakeholders, and achieved double sustainable ecology together. We believe, with combined efforts we can contribute to a green sustainable life in the near future.
business income and steady increase in profitability in

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About Astronergy Type Product Name

625W/575W/435W/425W UHP
Application Scenario

ASTRO N series adopts n-type TOPCon cells, combined with high-density encapsulation,
non-destructive cutting and other processes to achieve the five core advantages of high
ASTRO N
modules power, high efficiency, high reliability, high value, and high power generation per watt. This
singular portfolio boasts a variety of products for versatile scenarios of all customers.

Company Profile ASTRO 5 series adopts Astronergy PERC+ cell technology, 182mm large-size silicon wafers,
combined with non-destructive cutting and other processes to achieve the five core
ASTRO 5 555W/550W HP modules
advantages of high power, high efficiency, high compatibility, high quality, and low BOS &
LCOE, suitable for utility-scale power stations and large-scale distributed projects.
Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) , originally known as Chint New Energy Technology (Haining) Co., Ltd. back in
2006, came into being in 2022 with the adjustment of new energy business sector under the Chint Group. Astronergy is committed
to becoming the most competitive photovoltaic modules supplier worldwideof PV/solar modules guided by the mission of "to create Astronergy has created ASTRO 5s featuring "lightness, efficiency, quality and beauty",
a sustainable and net-zero carbon world with solar power". The company focuses on the R&D, production and sales of high-efficient ASTRO 5s 415W/405W HP modules an exclusive ultra-high-value portfolio tailored to the differentiated needs of residential
customers, especially for the overseas customers.
crystalline silicon solar cells and modules, and continues to launch the ASTRO series of high-efficient module products, intending
to meet the needs of utility-scale power stations, industrial and commercial distributed power plants, household power plants and
other full-scene application scenarios.

Financial Performance 2

In the context of our business strategy upgrading in 2022, we have been operating steadily, doubling our operating revenue and Industry layout
improving our profit margin. Major financial expenditures haven't involved major infrastructure investments and supporting services,
and climate change has not yet had a material financial impact. During the reporting period, the direct economic value generated Astronergy operates in more than 140 countries and regions around the world. Now it has established intelligent manufacturing
was RMB 20.666 billion, including RMB 19.059 billion in operating costs, RMB 759 million in staff salaries and benefits, and RMB 122 bases in Haining (Zhejiang Province), Yancheng (Jiangsu Province), Jiuquan (Gansu Province), Songyuan (Jilin Province) in China, and
million in payments to capital providers. Thailand, and has set up subsidiaries and sales centers in Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Poland, USA, Canada, Brazil, Australia,
Singapore, Japan, Thailand and other countries and regions. Corporate products are embraced in Europe, North America, Latin
Australia, Asia-Pacific and other international mainstream markets.

Products

Astronergy's module portfolio covers monocrystalline bifacial and monocrystalline monofacial series, employing a number of
advanced PV technologies such as large-size silicon wafers, half-cut technology, MBB, non-destructive cutting, high-density
encapsulation, etc. to improve module power and efficiency, and the module index has reached the international first-class level.
Meanwhile, Astronergy modules have obtained multiple certifications, including CTC national inspection, and their efficient and
reliable performance has been verified and approved by many world-renowned third-party institutions such as TÜV Rheinland. Main
Module capacity: Jiuquan, Gansu Province Songyuan, Jilin Province
products and application scenarios are listed as follows: 48GW
Cell capacity: 40GW
Yancheng, Jiangsu Province

Haining, Zhejiang Province

Thailand
Module capacity: 90GW+
Cell capacity: 78GW+

Capacity layout and planning of manufacturing bases in 2022

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Note: The financial data in the report are in RMB. In case of any discrepancy between the financial data and the annual financial report of the
company, the annual report shall prevail.

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Our History
Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) (hereinafter referred to as "Astronergy") is an intelligent manufacturing
enterprise focusing on PV/solar cell modules under the Chint Group, and is one of the earliest private enterprises to enter the PV 2022
field in China. It was originally known as Chint Solar (Zhejiang) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Chint Solar") under the Chint
Group back in October 2006. Zhejiang Chint New Energy Development Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Chint New Energy") was
established under the Chint Group in October 2009, and "Chint Solar" was organized as the crystalline silicon manufacturing division
2016 The businesses including
crystalline silicon manufacturing
under "Chint New Energy", responsible for developing businesses related to crystalline silicon manufacturing under the Chint Group. Hangzhou intelligent factory, and module sales of Chint Group
Haining transparent factory, are integrated into Chint New
In May 2022, in order to adapt to the development of new energy industry, Chint Group issued an announcement to all stakeholders Energy Technology Co.,Ltd.
and Thailand factory all put into
and partners, announcing that the new energy sector of the Group involving crystalline silicon manufacturing, module sales and (Astronergy)
operation
other businesses would be unified and centralized under "Astronergy" and operated independently, and Chint Solar and Chint New
Energy, subsidiaries of the Group, will actively cooperate with Astronergy to complete the business transfer of each sector.

2012 2015
2021
Completion of Gansu Jiuquan PV/ Chint New Energy Technology
solar module production line (Haining) Co., Ltd. was established, Jiangsu Yancheng factory put
2008 with annual sales of PV/solar into operation
modules exceeding 1GW
The capacity of crystalline silicon
2006 module reached 100MW

Chint Solar was established, marking 2014

the milestone for Chint Group to
access the new energy industry Acquisition of Conergy
Frankfurt PV/solar module plant
in Germany

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Awards and Honors

Mission, Vision and Values
At the end of the reporting period, we have received quite a number of awards from major industry media, organizations and
Astronergy is committed to becoming the world's most competitive supplier of PV/solar modules guided by the mission of "to local governments for excellent product quality and outstanding brand effect. These were acknowledgements of Astronergy's
create a sustainable and net-zero carbon world with solar power". Astronergy is committed to providing global customers with distinguished contribution to R&D, quality and after-sales service in the long run, and we will continue to improve our brand power
high-quality, highly reliable and stable module products in the long run with the principle of "customer focus, accountability, and gain wider recognition in the future.
collaboration, high efficiency and innovation”, so that the world can better understand the value of optical energy.

"Create sustainable and efficient green energy" is the product value that Astronergy has been upheld for a long time. Astronergy
has been honored as a "Top Performer" in PVEL's stringent reliability tests 6 times and has been repeatedly ranked as a "Tier 1 Type Award Name Awarded for Awarded by
PV/solar Module Maker" by Bloomberg New Energy Finance, a leading international research firm. Meanwhile, Astronergy has a
Monofacial PERC Winner of Performance Award
full picture of the technology development trend and market demand changes, and lays out the R&D and application of n-type for "Optical Energy Cup" Product Solarbe & China General Certification Center
batteries in advance, becoming one of the first enterprises in mass production of n-type TOPCon modules. In addition, Astronergy's
manufacturing factories boast advanced domestic intelligent manufacturing innovation and development, demonstrating promising 2022 Outstanding Performance Award PV/solar
Product Energy Box of Malaysia
Module
corporate development potential.
Top 10 distributed PV module brands of China in
Product CREC
2022
Astronergy has always taken corporate social responsibility as an integral part of its corporate strategy and sustainable
development, and has implemented a series of social responsibility projects in environmental protection, sustainable development, Most Innovative Cell/Module Company in PV/solar
Product PV Industry
PV poverty alleviation, and social welfare, creating positive social values. Industry in 2022

China Distributed PV/solar List - China PV Shared Energy Network / The 4th China Distributed PV/
In 2022, Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) announced its latest social responsibility policy, and will make Industry Company
Innovative Enterprise Annual Award in 2022 solar Innovation Development Forum
Media
continuous efforts in becoming the most socially responsible and trustworthy PV manufacturer in China. If a company wants to be
China Distributed PV/solar List - Cell Module Shared Energy Network / The 4th China Distributed PV/
successful in the long run, it must comply with laws and regulations across the globe and operate with integrity and consistency. In Winning Brand Award in 2022
Company
solar Innovation Development Forum
July 2022, Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) released its latest Supplier Code of Conduct, calling on and driving
business partners in compliance. PV/solar Industry Ultra High Efficiency – PV/solar
Company
OFweek / The 13th Solar PV Industry Conference & PV/
Module Annual Award in 2022 solar Industry Annual Awards in 2022

Polaris Solar PV/solar Awards - PV Influential Brand of

Influential PV/solar Cell/Module Brand in 2022 Company
11th "Polaris Cup"

Most Influential PV/solar Module Enterprise Solarbe "Optical Energy Cup" PV industry selection in
Company
("Optical Energy Cup") in 2022 2022

TOPCon Innovation Award for Excellent Product in Product China PV/solar Top-runner Innovation Forum
2022

PV/solar Industry Carbon Neutrality Field - Company China PV/solar Industry Annual Conference of China
Contribution Award in 2022 Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA ) / CTC in 2022

Special Contribution Award for the Project of

Comparative Analysis of Technical and Trade China PV/solar Industry Annual Conference of China
Company
Measures Related to Carbon Footprint of PV/solar Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA ) / CTC in 2022
Industry Products
Institutions

Carbon Neutrality Individual Outstanding Individual China PV/solar Industry Annual Conference of China
Contribution Award Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA ) / CTC in 2022

EcoVadis Silver Award for CSR Achievement in

Company EcoVadis
2022

Bifacial PV/solar Module Outdoor Power Product TÜV Rheinland

Generation Excellence Award

In the PV industry conference jointly organized by

Wuxi Municipal People's Government, China Chamber
of International Commerce, China Council for the
Top Ten Distributed PV/solar Module Brands in Company
Promotion of International Trade, Jiangsu Sub-council,
Local China
it was awarded the top ten distributed PV/solar module
Government brands in China in 2022

Green and Efficient Bifacial and Double-glass Sponsored by Xiuzhou People's Government of Jiaxing
Company
Technology Award and PV Committee of China Green Supply Chain Alliance

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Join the Industry Associations

In order to timely follow the relevant policies and trends of the PV industry, promote discussion and exchange, and improve the
management of the company, we have joined various industry associations both as an individual and on behalf of the company,
including 23 national organizations, 11 international organizations, 6 industry associations, and 67 local associations.

Level Type Name Position Level Type Name Position

Association China Photovoltaic Industry Association Vice President Association SolarPower Europe (SPE) Member

Standardization
Standardization Technical Committee of China PV Industry Association Committee Member Association Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) Member
Committee
Deputy Director of the
Association PV Building Professional Committee of China PV Industry Association Association Smart Energy Council (SEC) Member
Committee
Standardization
BIPV Working Group of China PV Industry Association Member Association Middle East PV Industry Association (MESIA) Member
Committee
Standardization Standardization Technical Committee for Household PV Power Generation of China
Committee Member Association Chilean Solar Energy Association (ACESOL) Member
Committee Electricity Council (CEC)

Alliance PV Committee of China Green Supply Chain Alliance Vice President Units Association Colombian Association of Distributed PV (ACOSOL) Member

Standardization Standardization Working Committee of China Society for the Promotion of Science
and Technology Commercialization Expert member Association German Solar Energy Industry Association (BSW) Member
Committee

Alliance Zhongguancun Energy Internet Industry Technology Alliance Member Association Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association Standing member

Optoelectronic Building Application Committee of China Construction Metal

Association Structure Association Director Alliance China BIPV Alliance Industry and Technology Committee Committee Member

Society China Renewable Energy Society Member Unit Alliance China New Energy Overseas Development Alliance Governing Unit
Industrial
Standardization
Association Silicon Industry Branch of China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association Governing Unit Standardization Technical Committee of Energy Industry Distribution System Committee Member
Committee

Society China Energy Research Society Director Others ECOPV Photovoltaic Recycling Industry Development Cooperation Center Vice President Unit
National
Association Energy Investment Professional Committee of China Investment Association Director Others Solar Power Branch of China Electricity Council (CEC) Member Unit

Zhejiang Internet of Things Industry Association / Zhejiang Intelligent

Association Renewable Energy Special Committee of China Association of Circular Economy Member Association Governing Unit
Manufacturing Standards Alliance
Deputy Director of the
Association Professional Committee of Distributed Renewable Energy of China Gas Association Others Zhejiang Brand Building Federation Governing Unit
Committee
Standardization Standardization Working Committee of China Society for the Promotion of Science Standardization Deputy Director
Member Units Zhejiang Solar PV Standardization Technical Committee
Committee and Technology Commercialization Committee of the Committee
Standardization
Standardization Technical Committee of National Solar PV Energy System Committee Member Association Zhejiang Solar Photovoltaic Industry Association Chairman
Committee
Local
PV Metrology Testing Professional Technical Committee of Chinese Society for
Society Member Association Zhejiang Green Building Association Managing director
Measurement - End-User Promotion Group
Committee of Experts of Zhejiang Green Building and Building Energy Efficiency
Association Committee of Experts under China Electrical Equipment Industry Association Committee Member Association Industry Association Committee Member

Changed to executive
Others China New Energy Chamber of Commerce president in the new tenure Others Zhejiang Provincial Energy Association Vice chairman

Alliance China Integrated Energy Service Industry Innovation Development Alliance Member Association Jiangsu Province Renewable Energy Industry Association Managing director

Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality Committee of China Electric Power Promotion
Others Director
Council

Alliance Zhongguancun Intelligent Energy Industry Alliance Governing Unit

Association Clean Energy Council Corporate member

Others Member of IECRE SG453 End User Working Group Member of group
International
Others China-Africa Business Council Director

Association United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Member

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Our 2022
Adhering to sustainability philosophy, Astronergy actively practices the 17 UN SDGs and has set and achieved milestones in the
three major areas of ESG.

SDGs Key Performance

Conduct due diligence and

Legal proceedings related environmental assessment
Sustainable Management

to corruption and unfair dimension screening in terms Customer complaint tracking

competition: Customer satisfaction score: of supplier's social impact: and rectification rate:
Corporate Governance

0 92.89 100 % 100 %

Goal 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth: Actively engage in productive business activities that create job opportunities and
economic growth for local communities.

Goal 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Build industry-leading PV/solar module.experimental line to increase technical Complaints related to
advantage of product iteration. infringement of customer R&D investment over than
privacy: RMB Accumulated patents:

0 250 230
Goal 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: Standardize corporate governance, gradually improve the compliance system,
and promote social construction based on rule of law.
million
Environment-friendly
Climate Change

Scope I+II emission intensity: Energy intensity: Achieved Environmental violations:

Goal 6 Clean Water and Sanitation: Establishment of onsite industrial sewage treatment facilities and domestic sewage
treatment facilities.
30.49 tCO2e/MW 0.46
tons of standard coal/MW
3 %
reduction in overall
0
Goal 7 Affordable and Clean Energy: Installation of PV solar panels on the roof of the field and procurement of green power. energy consumption

Goal 13 Climate Action: Arrange greenhouse gas accounting activities, develop energy-saving and emission reduction targets.

Employee satisfaction score: Incidents of discrimination, harassment, A total of

82.49 632
forced labor or child labor:

0
Career Development

which has been on the rise for EHS safety training sessions were
Goal 3 Good Health and Well-Being: Develop a comprehensive occupational health and safety system, focus on the health and two consecutive years provided for a total of

16,406
Social Welfare

happiness of each employee, and provide competitive compensation packages for employees.

Goal 4 Quality Education: Set up project demonstration bases for colleges and universities to practice educational activities.
participants, and
Goal 5 Gender Equality: Build an equal and inclusive workplace and avoid discrimination against employees due to gender. Return rate of employees after Factories awarded ISO 45001 and ISO

34
taking parental leave: 14001 certificates:

100 100
Goal 10 Reduced Inequalities: Respect and safeguard human rights, adhere to the principles of fairness & justice and equal

% %
competition, and prohibit discrimination against employees in terms of nationality, gender, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, etc.
emergency drill activities.
Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities: Get actively involved in social welfare.

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Stakeholder Research
Stakeholders Concerned Topics Main Communication Channels Expectations for the Company
Astronergy deploys a long-term and effective strategic plan to enhance its brand influence and set up industry benchmark. The support
and suggestions of various stakeholders are indispensable in the process of planning and implementation. By establishing transparent
Product quality Regular return visits Stable partnership
and effective multi-platform and multi-directional communication channels, we can consolidate and deepen the communication and
Business ethics Satisfaction survey Monthly rating of suppliers
relationship with each stakeholder, enabling the company to interact with stakeholders via multifaceted channels, fully satisfying the
Supplier Digital transformation Email correspondence Specialized corporate services
expectations and demands of each target group, and helping the company to develop a more comprehensive corporate operational
strategy. All these measures are conducive to injecting more vitality into the company in the long run. By taking into account international Lead the industry development Exhibition communication Technology innovation

standards, status quo of the PV industry and the characteristics of the company itself, we have collected feedback from stakeholders in Green supply chain Business exhibition platform Business ethics and fairness
the form of a questionnaire:

Develop circular economy

Topic identification Topic research Result analysis Substantive topics determination Face-to-face visits
Government Business ethics
and Regular visits Good market performance
regulators Green low-carbon products
Identify, update and summarize Stakeholder groups and members According to the double Based on the results of Daily communication
Support community building
24 highly relevant topics based of corporate governance bodies substantive evaluation criteria, substantive analysis, as well
on GRI Sustainability Reporting are invited for questionnaires and each topic is cross-analyzed as technical analysis, the level
Standards, SASB Sustainability field interviews. from the perspective of financial of substantive topics are thus
Good product quality
Accounting Standards and materiality and impact materiality determined. Satisfaction questionnaire
Product quality
mainstream ESG rating indices in respectively; Stable partnership
Official account
the capital market and corporate Energy resource management
Public Ensure service quality
Telephone
strategic development objectives; community Green low-carbon products
Increase communication and displaying
Business exhibition platform
Green supply chain
Optimize management
Interviews

A total of 1,409 responses were collected from both domestic and overseas stakeholders. The main contents include:
Business ethics Provide quality products
Questionnaire
Stakeholders Concerned Topics Main Communication Channels Expectations for the Company Promote local employment Generate cluster effect
Official account
Surrounding Voluntary services Strengthen local employment
residents Telephone
Lead the industry development Digital transformation Reduce pollution and emissions
Daily communication
Product quality and safety Green supply chain Stable partnership
Telephone Steady business growth
Green supply chain
Field visits Quality product
Response to climate change
Shareholders Investor relations Fulfill social responsibility Business ethics Scientific research cooperation Low-carbon green products
and Investors Energy resource management
Investment and financing interface Promote industrial development Product quality School-enterprise cooperation Stable partnership
Digital transformation
Business exhibition platform Refined supply chain management Research Green low-carbon products Sales platform Provide premium services
Safeguard customer rights/information institution
security Digital transformation Technical exchanges Demonstrate advanced technology
Response to climate change Trade exhibition Strengthen scientific cooperation

Full product lifecycle management

Telephone Stable cooperation Green low-carbon products
Safeguard customer rights/information Telephone Stable partnership
security Customer visit Improve product and service Develop circular economy
Regular return visits Business ethics and fairness
Customers Product quality and safety Email correspondence Steady corporate development Industry Energy resource management
Business exhibition platform Green manufacturing
Customer relationship management Dedicated contact Expand product applications associations
Response to climate change
Department contact Lead the industry in the right way
Green supply chain Business sales intersections Improve product quality Water resources utilization
Offline communication Premium services
Develop circular economy management

Occupational health and safety Business ethics Telephone

Directors exchange Increase performance incentives
Stable partnership
Talent strategy, training and Green low-carbon products Regular return visits
development Internal official account Provide development opportunities
Peer Excellent corporate quality
Employees Lead the industry development Satisfaction survey
Product quality Satisfaction questionnaire Enhance work safety companies Serve as the role model of the industry
Response to climate change Social software
Business ethics Corporate OA platform Caring corporate management
Technical support and talent exchange
Product quality Communication between sector heads
Green supply chain Department reporting Good product quality

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Determine the matrix of substantive topics of Astronergy via scoring statistics and technical adjustment of the questionnaire for

Analysis of Substantial Topics

stakeholders:

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Astronergy's stakeholders will conduct materiality assessment of the 24 identified topics in two dimensions, namely, financial
19
materiality and impact materiality. There are five dimensions from "significant impact" to "no impact", and the corresponding scale 2
is from "5" to "1", with different weightings for different stakeholders. The assessment is based on a weighted average of the scores 17 9 16
of each question of the same stakeholder, and then weighting and technical adjustment is made to get the distribution results of
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substantive topics. 1
7
4 18

5 15
10
8 23
12 3

22

14
Financial materiality Impact materiality
11
Refers to the impact of Astronergy's value Refers to the impact of Astronergy on the
13
creation, such as development, reputation, external economy, environment and people, such
performance, finance, etc; as sustainable communities, industrial innovation 6
and infrastructure, reduced inequalities,
environmental protection, etc.

In order to respond to the concerns of different stakeholders on substantive topics, Astronergy have added texts in relevant page, the
relationship thereof is listed below:

No. Topic No. Topic Classification Topic Page Number Classification Topic Page Number

1 Energy management 13 Voluntary services Energy resource management 44-46 Controversial procurement 38-39

2 Response to climate change 14 Promote local employment Response to climate change 42-43 Green supply chain 35-37

3 Water resources utilization management 15 Green supply chain Digital transformation 30-32 Medium Human rights 56-58
High substantive substantive
4 Waste management 16 Business ethics topics Product quality control 33-34 topics Occupational health and safety 59-62
Diversity and equal
5 Material circulation 17 Human rights Business ethics 24-26 56-58
opportunities
Talent strategy, training and
6 Biodiversity 18 Occupational health and safety development
30-32/63-66 Anti-corruption 24-26
Safeguard customer rights/
7 Develop circular economy 19 Product quality control information security
27-29 Biodiversity 38-39

8 Green low-carbon products 20 Diversity and equal opportunities Water stewardship 47-48 Lead the industry development 10

9 Digital transformation 21 Talent strategy, training and development Waste management 49-53 Support community building 67-69
Low substantive
Medium topics
10 Controversial procurement 22 Freedom of association and collective bargaining substantive
Material circulation 44-46 Promote local employment 67-69
topics
11 Lead the industry development 23 Anti-corruption Develop circular economy 38-39 Voluntary services 67-69
Freedom of association and
12 Support community building 24 Safeguard customer rights/information security Green low-carbon products 38-39 56-58
collective bargaining

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Corporate
Governance
and Sustainable
Management
Corporate governance is the core of modern corporate system and a permanent
topic. It is the pivot to ensure stable business operation and scientific decision-
making, and a key mechanism to breaking information barriers across
stakeholders. An advanced governance structure is the guarantee of sustainable
corporate operation, continuously enhancing overall corporate power and
demonstrating outstanding market competitiveness.

Green Sustainable Management 22

Sunshine Compliance Operation 24

Customer Rights Protection 27

Product Development and Innovation 30

Product Quality Control 33

Sustainable Supply Chain 35

Social Responsibility Practice and Exploration 38

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Astronergy is committed to sustainable development in the long run. In order to further respond to the risks and opportunities

Green Sustainable
caused by climate, environment and market policy changes, and to enhance corporate contribution in terms of environmental and
social responsibility and corporate governance, we have set up ESG Committee as the leading organization, which governs three
special working groups on environmental governance, social responsibility and corporate governance in an effort to build new

Management
green, efficient, low-carbon and sustainable competitive advantages and bring more green economic benefits for the society as a
whole.

Board of directors

Decision-making and
supervision
A s t ro n e rg y s t r i c t l y fo l l ows t h e
requirements of the Company Law of The Board of Directors is the highest governance body of the
company and leads corporate business activities in accordance
the People's Republic of China and
with relevant regulations and the Articles of Association, Rules
Leadership team of ESG committee
other relevant laws and regulations, and Procedures of the Board of Directors, in a lawful and efficient
a n d c o n t i n u o u s l y i m p ro v e s t h e Board of manner. The Board of Directors is composed of five board
corporate governance system based Directors members, including two female directors (40%).
o n t h e re a l i t y. T h e co m pa ny h a s
established the Articles of Association The operation team is elected and appointed by the Board Working group leader & General secretary
a n d o t h e r r u l e s a n d re g u l a t i o n s of Directors and is responsible for organizing and performing
Operation operational and management matters approved by the Board of
as company governance structure team Directors, formulating and implementing annual business plans,
consisting of the Board of Directors,
and facilitating the work of the execution team.

Integrated management
operation team and execution team Special working group - Special working group - social Special working group - corporate
environmental governance responsibility governance
to create an internal governance
environment for steady corporate Execution There are 16 functional departments, 3 manufacturing bases and
operation. The company has clearly team 1 project base under the execution team, which are responsible Environmental emissions Employee relation Standard management
for breaking down corporate strategic plan and implementing
clarified in the Compensation and Energy utilization Occupational health Information disclosure
business tasks.
Benefit Management and Performance Climate change Supply chain management Stakeholders
Management for compensation and
Sustainability goals Community involvement Anti-corruption & competition
appraisal of executives, which will be
submitted to the Group for filing. ...... ...... ......

President Organization Chart of ESG Committee

The decision-making and supervision team is responsible for leading corporate sustainable development, promoting the
development of sustainability systems such as strategic planning, management structures, processes and systems, deliberating
and supervising the implementation of sustainable development issues such as social responsibility, green layout, energy saving
and consumption reduction, and ensuring continuous implementation of sustainable projects. ESG working group is responsible for
Vice-president Vice-president Vice-president Vice-president developing a management plan for each potential ESG risk through regular communication with the board of directors, with key
functions as follows:

Continuously identify and analyze major issues of each corporate ESG aspect and make recommendations on risk control;

Formulate ESG management plans, strategies and overall objectives, develop and implement specific working plans for
each ESG aspect, and report regularly to the ESG leadership team on the achievement of objectives and the status of risk
Market management

Integrated services
department, Europe

Sales management

Product technical
services

Haining base

Dafeng base

Thailand base

Project base

Manufacturing center

Technology R&D
management

Quality management

Operation
management

Plant management

Human resource
management

Information
management

Plan management

Warehouse logistics
management

Supply chain
management

Financial management

Legal management

management;

Prepare annual ESG report of the company and submit it to the leadership team for approval of disclosure;

Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, and promote corporate social responsibility together with related
parties to enhance competitive sustainability;

Perform other duties as assigned by the leadership team for other ESG related matters.
Governance and Organization Chart of Astronergy

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Sunshine Compliance Anti-corruption

Operation The company is firmly opposed to corruption and takes "zero tolerance" attitude towards any form of corruption whatsoever. By
adhering to the value of integrity and honesty, the company is committed to creating clean and honest working atmosphere and
continuously improving an anti-corruption work mechanism which is characterized by internal integrity and fairness.

Anti-corruption The company strictly complies with relevant laws and regulations at each operation site, monitors each link that may
management system involve corruption, requires all employees to strictly comply with the anti-corruption system of the company, and advances
Compliance Department to contribute to anti-corruption.

I n t e g r i t y a n d c o m p l i a n c e a re t h e The Compliance Department is responsible for anti-corruption management, and Corporate Discipline Inspection
Anti-corruption
Committee participates in the investigation and handling of corruption-related matters of CPC members and actively
cornerstones of corporate sustainability. organizational system
cooperates with the Group's disciplinary investigation.
If any compliance problem occurs, the Institutional documents
such as lntegrity, The company gradually improves the anti-corruption system based on the Anti-Corruption Regulations, and Anti-
company will not only face potential Anti-corruption
Commercial Bribery Regulations, Gift Acceptance Regulations, Donation and Sponsorship System, Interest Conflict
Compliance and Code of system
regulatory and legal penalties, but also Avoidance Regulations, and Regulations on Prior Supervision of Asset Procurement and Disposal Matters into effect.
Business Conduct, and the
lose the trust of business partners and Business Partner Code of The company has established a whistle-blowing system to encourage stakeholders to report corruption behaviors.
customers, which will disrupt normal Conduct
The company requires all managers to declare their personal information and investment to avoid potential risk of non-
Anti-corruption
corporate operation. The company is well actions and compliance, and arranges job rotations for key positions on a regular basis.
aware of the importance of compliance. measures The company regulates and guides employees in gift acceptance and procurement activities.
In accordance with the Group's Business All employees and business partners are required to sign the Letter of Integrity Commitment.
C o d e of C o n d u c t of I n t e g r i t y a n d
Compliance, it has incorporated the
requirements of integrity and compliance Compliance Department The company opts for reliable business partners and works in joint efforts to maintain healthy and transparent business
ldentify and assess
into the entire process of decision- works closely with Legal environment. We guide our business partners to conduct responsible business in accordance with our internal Business Partner
potential risks of violations
Department and Board Management System and Astronergy Business Partner Integrity Code of Conduct. When we sign a contract, a business ethics clause
making, operation, prevention and and misconduct and
of Supervisors, as well will be incorporated into the contract to ensure that our suppliers are aware of business ethics and anti-corruption requirements.
supervision, gradually established the address them in a timely
manner
as personnel from other In the course of cooperation, we strictly monitor the behaviors of business partners, conduct risk assessments and debarment
compliance management system, strictly departments investigations, and continuously avoid potential integrity and compliance risks. In case of violations against relevant corporate
adhered to business ethics, prohibited all integrity rules, we will impose corrective measures to take corruption risks under control; otherwise, the partnership will be
commercial bribery, money laundering terminated.
and unfair competition, and delivered the
concept of integrity to every employee Integrity and Compliance Management System In terms of employees, the company strictly reviews the information of applicants for high-risk positions before recruitment
a n d b u s i n e s s p a r t n e r. D u r i n g t h e according to position nature, and provide regular reviews for the high-risk positions. We attach equal importance to the integrity
practice education, constantly enhance anti-corruption awareness of all employees, build anti-corruption capacity in internal
reporting period, the company was not
development, and strive to create a clean and healthy workplace in the company. During the reporting period, the company
involved in any legal proceedings related
conducted 14 anti-corruption training sessions.
to corruption or unfair competition.

Case Promotion Conference on "Stay True to Integrity in Mind and Action"

Integrity development helps the Group to obtain the honorary title of "China’s Top 100 Private Enterprises in Credit" and "China’s
Top 500 Enterprises in Credit" for 2 consecutive years

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Complaints and Reporting

Customer Rights
The company has established a public reporting channel, anyone is welcome to report corruption behaviors, and reported clues will
be handled according to Complaint and Reporting Regulations of the company. The system prioritizes whistleblowers' rights and
Protection
interests, and will never disclose information about whistleblowers for potential retaliation. Meanwhile, we strictly investigate the
contents of each report, and strictly prohibit malicious complaints.
Astronergy provides customers with Based on the practice of customer satisfaction improvement, we upgraded
standardized services throughout the operational efficiency by establishing a paperless office on the one hand: In
entire life cycle. We prepare and issue 2022, we upgraded the traditional offline paper-based approval and invoicing
Customer Satisfaction Questionnaires, method to online systematic operation mode, shortening the average time
Complaint reporting channel: tracking statistical feedback in five for approval from 2-5 days to 1-3 days, of which over 95% of orders were
aspects: product quality, sales service approved within one working day, and the timeliness and accuracy of order
Tel: +86 13806606591 quality, logistics and transportation confirmation were greatly improved, with higher customer satisfaction score.
Email: [email protected] service quality, marketing and brand
Mailing address: Board of Supervisors of Chint Group, No.1335 Binan Road, Binjiang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province image. We follow up on statistical On the other hand, we constantly optimized warning and alarm mechanism.
feedback by project and distribution Externally, in the face of the international logistics disruption due to the
channels to identify service weaknesses pandemic, sales management department, in cooperation with logistics
and continuously improve service department, collated and summarized international logistics information
quality. briefings in the form of weekly/monthly reports, provided effective early
warning tips on shipping risks, and communicated with customers on various
potential risks and solutions in a timely manner. Internally, sales management
I n 2 0 2 2 , t h e P V s u p p l y m a r ke t i s
Public Policy
department followed up on the supply chain and production line in real time,
mainly influenced by the dual effect of
informed customers of order production progress in a timely manner, and
COVID-19 and the fluctuating prices
followed up and forecasted potential production delays due to rising silicon
of auxiliary materials. Astronergy
We have clarified our stance on political contributions in Donation and Sponsorship Policy, which prohibits political contributions wafer prices and supply restrictions of raw and auxiliary materials.
managed to maximize customer
within China. For political donations outside of China where the company operates, we must ensure compliance with local laws,
supply in this critical situation by In response to the complaints and feedback received during the survey period,
regulations and prescribed disclosure and communication requirements. During the reporting period, we arranged no political
scientifically deploying production lines we reflected on potential oversights in the production and operation process,
donation activities at the corporate level.
and transportation capacity, which and highlighted the appearance of components and logistics services with
highly recognized and appreciated by great concern as the focus of our next step in improvement. The customer
customers. In general, the satisfaction complaint tracking and correction rate reached 100% during the reporting
Paying taxes according to the law scores of project customers are higher period.
than those of distribution customers.

The tax policy of Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) is consistent with corporate strategy and in compliance with
business activities and value creation, so as to contribute to social and economic development and achieve corporate sustainability.
Upgrade Cause analysis Improvement Responsible
topics department
Insufficient Final inspection synchronized with
Tax Policy Content supervision of strict control;
2021 Production
Module production lines Strengthen training for production and final
Pay tax We comply with relevant tax laws, corporate management systems and operational norms of the countries or regions in which Customer satisfaction score appearance and negligence personnel and operate in strict inspection

92.35
according to we operate, pay taxes in a timely manner with full amount in accordance with the law, strongly support national and local of production accordance with workshop
the law finances, promote community development of the corporate site, and fulfill our social responsibility accordingly. process details. specifications.

Early-warning system Synchronized

We support the fairness and consistency of the tax system in the international community, follow the arm's length principle, Due to the updates on industry trends to CSR
Fair taxation never erode the tax base or shift profits, and establish fair, open and transparent communication channels with the tax outbreak of department and sales force to
authorities of the countries or regions in which we operate. COVID-19, freight enable timely response strategies;
rates of global Shipment control: Reduce freight
carriers rose rates and secure shipping efficiency
We fulfill the code of business ethics, comply with the law, operate in good faith, support the improvement of tax Logistics
Compliance sharply, many by signing long-term contracts,
transparency, employ true and complete tax-related information as support, and meet the regulatory requirements of tax Logistics and sales
with evidence routes were bidding for larger shipments and
authorities. services management
short of slots and comparing quotes for smaller
2022 containers, and shipments, employing more suppliers
Customer satisfaction score on-time berth and booking in advance;

92.89
We manage and control tax risks by improving effective internal control system and workflow, and make professional ratio declined Cost control: Combine various
Controllable
judgment based on adequate communication with tax authorities. significantly. shipping models and strictly control
risks
additional costs.

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In 2022, Astronergy formulated Customer Complaint and Feedback Management for Quality Problems of Crystalline Silicon
Case Customers visited Haining headquarters for intelligent manufacturing
Modules so as to actively respond to customer complaints and feedback on quality problems. The document specified management
requirements and methods for the acceptance, response, customer complaint level and feedback mechanism, cause analysis and
problem improvement, experience summary and dissemination, as well as data archiving and other related matters of product On September 28, 2022, Astronergy hosted a customer open day with the theme of "Together with Optical Energy
complaints and feedback on Astronergy's crystalline silicon modules. and Astronergy", whereby over 40 customers visited Astronergy headquarters to experience the charm of intelligent
manufacturing. In recent years, favorable national policies have created large space for the development of distributed
The document specified demarcation of responsibilities across departments during the entire process. According to the nature of PV. As an intelligent manufacturing enterprise focusing on PV/solar cell modules under the Chint Group, Astronergy looks
customer complaints, the significance and scope of the impact and other factors, customer complaints were divided into three levels: forward to building a win-win partnership with its business partners and jointly promoting the clean energy revolution.
key customer complaints, major customer complaints, and general customer complaints. Customers' feedback and complaints will be
incorporated into the management process in the form of Information Collection Form of Abnormal Feedback from Customers. We With the detailed explanation of process management and production management personnel, customers visited the
intelligent and automated production workshop of Astronergy, and had a direct understanding of the production process.
deal with, track and summarize each abnormal feedback from customers through initial matching, classification, internal processing,
In terms of product technology, we are one of the first companies
external processing, closed-loop verification, data archiving, etc.
that entered the n-type TOPCon track, and our TOPCon component
development and mass production are leading the industry.

Customer complaint feedback

Astronergy demonstrated significant manufacturing advantages to
Sales/Customer/CSR
the customers. This exchange activity was also highly recognized by
customers, with numerous customers signing contracts with us.

CQS collects and summarizes specific information Intelligent manufacturing lights up the city of Jiaxing, Astronergy
CQS/Sales on customer complaints and project background empowers the power of green energy. On the way to a brighter future,
Astronergy will promote the clean energy revolution together with all
partners with open mindset and best services, and contribute to the
CQS & Technology Determine responsible department for customer achievement of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goal.
complaints Customers Visited the Intelligent
Manufacturing Workshop
Production Technical
background background

Production department takes

the lead in analyzing causes Technical department takes
and providing improvement the lead in cause analysis and
Production/Technology experimental verification, and
measures, and provides interim
countermeasures within 2 issues technical analysis reports
working days

QA department summarizes
8D reports and tracks
Quality check
the implementation of
improvement measures

Responsible NG NG
Factory Director and Quality Technical Manager reviews
department head Control Manager review reports reports Photos from Customer Open Day

CQS summarizes external

CQS reports with proper translation

Information Security
Sales/Customers
Personal data are collected and utilized in the course of corporate operation, and it is our responsibilities and obligations to protect
the privacy of individuals. The company ensures collection and utilization of information in accordance with Personal Data Secrecy
and Protection System, and promises to protect it. Meanwhile, management responsibilities of Data Protection Officer have been
specified to be responsible for performing management and control of data collection and protection duties. Each employee is also
We uphold the management mechanism that is characterized by customer focus and customer demand-oriented principle, and are taken individually accountable for protecting personal privacy, and required to sign off Information Security Commitment so as to
committed to further enhancing customer satisfaction and maximizing business value for our customers in the future. ensure that responsibilities of privacy protection for all employees are clarified and information security protection is taken as an
innate obligation of the company as a whole. We protect the rights of information subjects in accordance with the law. The company
did not receive any complaints related to infringement of customer privacy during the reporting period.

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Product Development
and Innovation Industry-University-Research Cooperation
The scientific and technological innovation based on industry-university-research cooperation requires the company to integrate the
advantages of different social divisions of labor such as research, education, association and production in function and resource
advantages, which is the coupling of technological innovations before, during and after the whole process. We take PV technology
as the key point, strengthen technical cooperation with various provincial and municipal key projects of the government, get
involved in the compilation of a number of technical standards, cooperate with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Zhejiang University
We u n d e r s t a n d t h a t R & D i s t h e In the five-year plan of New Energy Strategy of the company, we plan to
and other higher education institutions in terms of industrial, educational and research projects, emphasize the industrialization of
key to corporate sustainability, and focus on the development of TOPCon, TBC, HJT and PSC/c-Si stacking
scientific and technological achievements, and upgrade the R&D structure. At the end of the reporting period, the company declared
competitive leading products decide technologies, and classify them in the categories of mass production, mass
5 provincial and municipal key scientific research projects, obtained 2 provincial R&D platform qualifications, launched 12 provincial
whether a company is able to survive production-ready and R&D stage starting from 2022 to improve technical
new products and 4 provincial new industrial products, and registered 6 provincial scientific and technological R&D achievements.
and prosper, whereby leading products efficiency year by year, so as to achieve the scientific research goal of
We were also involved in the preparation of two national standards, namely, Lightweight Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (PV)
are based on core technology of the industry-leading mass production efficiency of TOPCon, promote technical
Laminated Glass GB/T 37896-2019, Specification of Centralized Operation and Maintenance for Distributed Photovoltaic Power
company. As the R&D base of the R&D toward the first tier of the industry, and finally improve product market
System GB/T 38946- 2020, 1 international technical industry standard and 4 group standards.
company, Haining factory boasts an competitiveness.
independent R&D center, a whole
experimental line of PV/solar cells and
PV/solar modules, and the ability to
develop a variety of high-efficiency TOPCon Technology innovation and silver
cell modules. It has been awarded the Case paste thinning
titles of National High-tech Enterprise,
Provincial Enterprise Research Institute
Astronergy's TOPCon cell products are in the category of mass
o f Z h e j i a n g P rov i n c e , H i g h - t e c h
production, which adopt LP intrinsic Poly+ post-diffusion process
Enterprise Research and Development
route, with mass production efficiency around 25.1%~25.3%. By
Center of Zhejiang Province, and
developing quartz tube coating technology, LP double insertion
Enterprise Technology Center of Jiaxing
technology and PE-Poly, we have reduced some manufacturing
City. In order to improve corporate
cost; we optimized the frontal boron SE technology to improve the
i nd ustry sta nd a rd i n t h e fi eld of
conversion efficiency of the cell; we have applied laser doping, thin
technology development and testing
poly and metallization technology to improve the cell efficiency; and
of PV/solar cell modules, the company
reduced the consumption of silver paste by designing the number
invested in a new cell R&D line, module
of cell grid lines and wire frames. The R&D team has reserved SE
R & D l i n e a n d P V t e s t i n g c e n t e r,
technology upgrades in the mass production line, enabling process
expanding the technical talent team as
leadership of the products. We have achieved a combined cost
a whole and increasing R&D funding
reduction of RMB 20 million per year by introducing thin-film silicon
to step up the technical advantage
wafers.
of product iteration. The annual R&D Students from Zhejiang University participated in a solar cell module social practice
investment in the past three years
amounted to about RMB 200 million. High efficiency
Hydrogen passivation
boron SE
technology

Screen optimization and

MMB design to reduce
Low loss laser
technology Intellectual Property
silver unit consumption

Nowadays, with the rapid development of science technology, protecting intellectual property is the key to success. A well-founded
Ultra-thin tunneling Doped polycrystalline patent management system can expand relevant financial value, highlight intangible brand value, and avoid infringement disputes.
through oxidation silicon technology
We manage the entire life cycle of intellectual property rights, including index development, application, maintenance, utilization,
intellectual property information management, patent evaluation and risk control, intellectual property dispute handling, and
patent remuneration and assessment, based on five internal policies, such as Knowledge Management, Patent Management, and
Intellectual Property Information Management. By the end of 2022, the company has obtained a total of 287 patents, including 214
utility model patent, 69 authorized inventions (including 3 foreign authorized inventions) and 4 design patents.

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Product Quality
Digital Transformation
In order to promote corporate agility and efficiency in terms of management, production and service, we have built a digital
Control
system to facilitate the digital transformation of business at the operation and sales level, and promote the interconnection
and comprehensive integration of information systems by addressing data silos or unconnectedness at the operation level and
integrating multiple resources. The purpose is to explore the new value of intelligent organization, management and service:

A s o n e o f t h e e a r l i e r m a n u fa c t u r i n g
enterprises in PV field, Astronergy has
a l ways a t t a c h e d g re a t i m p o r t a n ce to
the building of corporate quality culture,
continuously innovating and improving
material, behavior, system and corporate
spirits related to quality, and fully integrating
quality management into the strategic
Operation end Manufacturing end Sales end development plan of the company. Based
on 10 quality management systems,
The company analyzes status The company undergoes digital The company streamlines the decision- including internal Quality Manual, Quality
quo of specific business transformation of processes, making chain, improves efficiency and and Safety Risk Investigation and Handling
processes, combing and narrowing production wiring quality of sales decisions, standardizes Management and Nonconforming Product
ISO 9001: 2015 Standard ISO 9001: 2015 Standard
reengineering weaker cycles and saving labor costs, global sales operations, which helps Management, we have set the standards Certificate (Master Certificate (Sub-certificate
processes and improving avoiding potential work safety lay the foundation for comprehensive for external performance of products and Certificate of Astronergy) of Haining Chint Solar)
expansion capabilities risks, contributing to refined digital transformation through a service s, promoted and educated our
based on organization and production and better product transparent sales data platform (CRM employees about quality management and
performance guarantee; accuracy; management system). other cultural highlights, streamlined and
strengthened the quality audit and control
process, and enhanced group awareness
as well. At the end of the reporting period,
all the manufacturing bases in Haining,
Yancheng, Jiuquan and Thailand obtained
Case Automated Guided Vehicle (AVG) trolley ISO 9001:2015 quality management system
certification; the Haining base and Yancheng
base also passed IEC 62941:2019, the only
The AGVs deployed in C3 workshop of Haining manufacturing base consists of 3 dispensers, 31 cachers, 1 logistics
quality system management standard in the
packaging line and 176 AGV trolleys, including 4 double-layer cassette AGV trolleys, 159 double-layer flower basket AGV
PV industry.
trolleys and 13 test cassette AGV trolleys. After four months of testing, the overall AVG load factor has been stable at ISO 9001: 2015 Standard ISO 9001: 2015 Standard
about 98.0%, which can meet the operational requirements of production line, and the whole project can save about RMB Certificate (Jiuquan Base) Certificate (Sub-Certificate of
22.27 million in labor costs annually. Yancheng Chint New Energy)

ISO 9001: 2015 Standard IEC 62941: 2019 Standard IEC 629412019 Standard
Certificate (Thailand Base) Certificate (Astronergy) Certificate (Yancheng Chint
New Energy)

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Product quality is the key to a manufacturing enterprise. Astronergy's quality management department regularly performs internal
audits on products from major bases, defines assessment standards in terms of module yield rate, cell efficiency, cell yield rate,
loss of RMB 10,000 yuan, primary inspection pass rate, quality and safety, customer satisfaction, etc., and prepares and publishes
Sustainable Supply Chain
performance audit forms as deemed appropriate. In terms of product quality improvement, we apply artificial intelligence inspection
technology by developing PV/solar module algorithms, integrating product yield determination signals while analyzing data in sync,
and forwarding the preliminary sorted No Good (NG) images for centralized determination. As a partner sharing social responsibilities, Astronergy insists on working closely with suppliers, strives to improve social
responsibility performance across the industry chain, and promotes sustainable development of business and supply chain. We
Product quality improvement - AI intelligent detection technology for modules require all suppliers to strictly comply with the laws, regulations and industry standards of local countries and regions, and have
Case appearance developed corporate standards such as Supplier Management and Supply Chain Social Responsibility Management System to
specify the management requirements and methods for social responsibility in the process of supplier development, introduction,
evaluation and elimination.
Defect detection rate Manpower comparison before
and after roll-out Supplier management flow chart

Technology R&D
Demand Supply chain Quality Plant Financial Vice president in
management /
department management management management management charge
manufacturing center

development
Supply-side
Making request Sourcing
development

Collecting
materials

Manual Inspection AI Before roll-out After roll-out

Material review Material review Material review Material review Material review
Quality improvement performance advantages include:

AI defect detection ratio is 5.4% higher than manual inspection, effectively intercepting defective modules in the front Comprehensive
assessment
channel and reducing cost;
Y
Mandatory automatic NG of defective modules is applied in the final inspection, effectively intercepting over 1,000
Business
defecting pieces annually, and reducing potential customer complaints due to exposure of defective modules; negotiation Sample testing

introduction
The company has developed one-person multi-machine system, saving 18 headcounts, and applied paperless rework,

Supplier
contributing to cost reduction of RMB 1.8 million annually. With further factory expansions in the future, labor costs
can be further reduced as well. On-site review On-site review On-site review On-site review

Y Small-, medium-,
Review rating
After product delivery, we have prepared installation manuals for single and double-glass/dual-glass modules respectively according large-scale trial
production
to different types of PV/solar modules, standardizing operation procedures for installation, maintenance and electrical connection Y
of the products and providing detailed instructions for utilization as well as safety precautions. In addition, irregular exhibitions, Initiate
certification Approval
customer communication, customer technical training and other activities have been arranged to build in-depth trust and long-term
relationships with customers while eliminating potential concerns at the same time. Initiate the
review process Y

Supply-side
Review Review Review Review Review

approval
Review

Create supplier
profile
Appraisal &
supervision

Appraisal &
supervision

End

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During the supplier sourcing and introduction phase, we investigate the social responsibility background of suppliers in accordance
Guideline provision Major commitments
with the Supply Chain Social Responsibility Due Diligence Form, and make the best of platforms such as Tianyancha.com and the
National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System to investigate potential business risks, judicial risks, and any violations of Child labour The suppliers shall comply with the laws and regulations regarding the minimum working age.
laws and regulations of relevant suppliers. In terms of supplier qualification, material suppliers are required to provide Restriction
of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS), Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Material
Compensation The suppliers shall pay wages and provide benefits for all employees in a fair manner as required by applicable
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and other environmental and safety qualification references. In terms of supplier selection, local suppliers law.
are preferred under equal conditions for regional advantages.
Equal and fair treatment All employees shall be treated with respect and dignity.
Non-conforming products are handled according to Non-conforming Product Management and feedback was forwarded to relevant
suppliers for rectification. Supplier management department formulates audit plans for qualified suppliers for the next year at the
end of the previous year, and implements audit plans accordingly. Social responsibility items are incorporated into the audit plan, Anti-discrimination principles Working terms shall be determined based on the individual's ability instead of personal traits or beliefs.
whereby suppliers are required to rectify the non-conformity in time, and assistance is available if needed. Supplier performance
appraisal is conducted on a quarterly and annual/project basis as deemed appropriate. CSR red line has been set and any violation
Legal immigration. The suppliers shall only employ employees who are legally eligible.
in this regard will result in elimination procedure.

The suppliers shall respect the right of employees to form and join trade unions and industrial organizations
Freedom of trade union
and to negotiate in a collective, peaceful and lawful manner in accordance with the law.

Outstanding Favorable The suppliers shall comply with all laws relating to health and safety in the workplace and provide training for
Health and safety
employees on the safe operation.
suppliers, good procurement
suppliers policy
The suppliers shall employ employees on a voluntary basis. No prison labor or slave labor shall be employed.
Voluntary employment
And no forced labor of any form shall be imposed on employees that might result in physical harm.

Working hour The suppliers shall comply with all applicable laws relating to regular working hours, overtime hours and
benefits.
Targeted
General assistance to
suppliers improve suppliers' Environment The suppliers shall comply with relevant environmental laws.
performance

The suppliers shall operate in accordance with the supplier management system, procurement system and
Business ethics financial system formulated by the company, and shall not foster financial relationships that are not regarded
as business with the company.

Result in The suppliers shall develop and continuously improve a specific management system to ensure compliance
Eliminate Management system
elimination with relevant laws and regulations and the requirements of this Code.
suppliers
process
Conflict minerals The suppliers shall not procure or use conflict minerals, and sub-contracted suppliers shall abide by this rule as
well.

The suppliers shall comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards under all applicable laws and,
Compliance
to the extent permitted by law, maintain documented records of compliance in this regard.
In 2022, Astronergy applied strict control and took multiple measures to strengthen supplier management from three aspects:
online review, multiple supervision and field inspection. The quality department is responsible for daily control of incoming materials
and feedback on abnormalities. During the reporting period, 12 new suppliers were contracted after conducting social impact
due diligence without exception, and all of them were screened through environmental evaluation dimensions to comply with
access threshold. During the reporting period, environmental impact assessments were conducted on 17 companies, of which 10
were found to have significant impact or potential negative impact, and all of them agreed to take rectification actions thereafter.
Astronergy is willing to grow with suppliers and moving forward to meet sustainable development with joint efforts. Given its
outstanding green supply chain management experience, the company was recognized as one of the third best practice batch of
green supply chain management by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and enlisted as one of the 6 Green Supply
In addition, the framework contract comes with Confidentiality Agreement, Supplier Integrity Undertaking, Safety Supply
Chain Model Enterprises, together with P&G China and Danone.
Commitment and Environmental Protection Prohibited Substances Commitment. We are committed to meeting consumer
The company follows the highest standards of business ethics and strives for fairness, integrity and sustainability in its business expectations and needs, selecting sustainable raw materials and suppliers, and minimizing the negative impact on the environment
activities, as well as supplier management. After reaching cooperation intentions with the supplier, we will ask the supplier to sign by providing environment-friendly products for a better future of all mankind.
off Supplier Code of Conduct together with the Procurement Framework Contract. These requirements focus on corporate social
responsibility from multiple perspectives.

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Social Responsibility
Practice and Exploration
In the past 39 years since its Project name Average annual Saving Reducing carbon
power generation standard coal emissions
established, Chint Group, the parent
550MW fishery-solar hybrid
company of Astronergy, has been photovoltaic power generation 650 million kWh 235,000 tons 648,000 tons
upholding and deeply practicing the project at Wenzhou Development
Zone
business philosophy of "Value Sharing",
actively leading green and sustainable 150MW "agriculture and light
complementary" power station 180 million kWh 52,000 tons 134,000 tons
de velopment , comprehensively project covering 4,500 mu of
promoting rural revitalization, and mudflat saline land at Yueqing

practicing common prosperity of high- Product Carbon Footprint Product Carbon Labeling Certificate PV Cycle Agreement
quality development. These efforts help After the group's crystalline silicon division transformed into an independent Certificate
the company build an ever improving company, Astronergy continues to implement the carbon peak and carbon
c o r p o ra t e s o c i a l r e s p o n s i b i l i t y neutrality strategy, adheres to the development of smart energy, assists in the
management system. Astronergy, building of a green and low-carbon society, and helps to enrich people's life with
focusing on the PV manufacturing of PV and boost farmers' income. In addition, Astronergy actively takes the public
Chint Group, has been making the best
of its industrial advantages to innovate
welfare vision of the Chint Group by the means of learning from domestic and Disputed Procurement
international governance concepts in environmental protection, green and low-
the "photovoltaic+" model, launching carbon, conflict minerals, biodiversity, etc., and fulfilling its social responsibility Silicon is mainly used to make high-purity semiconductors, optical fiber communication materials, etc. and is widely applied in
ecological projects such as desert without hesitation. electrical & electronics, energy, chemical and other sectors. Due to the high technology threshold, huge investment in production
photovoltaic, agricultural photovoltaic,
lines, high development demand and geographical location of origin across the industry, silicon procurement boasts strategic
and sea-coat transformation/fishery-
significance. As a material category accounting for nearly 60% of total procurement volume, we have adopted vertical procurement
solar hybrid complementary projects
management, and strategic material procurement department is responsible for the procurement of silicon materials in the supply
based on the local conditions,
integrated ecological concepts of
Green Low-carbon Products and chain of Astronergy, ensuring traceability to to be a Tier 1 supplier. We take legal and regulatory requirements of the project location

sand control, forest protection, slope Circular Economy as the red line of corporate supply chain management according to standardized frames, including Procurement Framework
Contract. In addition, in order to cope with overall material related risks including international silicon stock and volatile procurement
protection, and water control, so as to
Against the backdrop of the carbon peak and carbon neutrality strategy, by situations, we have developed a strategic procurement plan in the first place, and invested in two silicon material manufacturers as
ensure win-win for both ecological and
performing product life cycle assessment (LCA), we have advanced the review of well to enhance the mechanism of internal circulation of high-quality silicon materials.
economic benefits.
emerging green standards at home and abroad, and evaluated the environmental
impact of products and their value chains from the procurement of raw and
Responsibilities of Strategic Material Procurement Department
auxiliary materials, production, utilization, to disposal and recycling at the end.
The purpose is to evaluate relevant factors in a more objective way, and compare Complete process
Supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation, data maintenance, and collaboration with core strategic suppliers
management
the environmental impact of products and related costs, paving the road for green Research and analysis of upstream and downstream supply markets for strategic materials such as silicon wafers, cells,
Value chain research silicon materials, etc.
improvement. In the overseas market, a total of 8 modules, including CHSM72M-
HC(M6) and CHSM72M-HC(M10), have obtained French Product Carbon Innovation of procurement strategy and model; responsible for guaranteed silicon material supply and delivery cycle,
Indicators and innovation cost, quality, payment terms and other key indicators
Footprint Certification; in the domestic market, we have obtained the first Solar
Precise supply chain Establish a green and transparent supply chain
PV/solar Module Carbon Footprint Certificate of the industry and Carbon Labeling
Certificate. Refined procurement Refined procurement and outsourcing of modules

The end-of-life panels of PV products contain heavy metals such as lead and
tin, which can cause serious pollution and environmental problems if improperly
disposed, while other materials such as copper, silver and silicon have recycling
value and can be reused in PV products, saving rare resources and promoting
economic value cycles. We have signed an agreement with PV Cycle organization Biodiversity
in Europe, so that end-of-life PV/solar modules will be professionally processed
by hundreds of recycling organizations distributed in Europe, including Italy, The company and all its operation sites are not located in or adjacent to environmental sensitive areas, the environmental impact
France, Germany, UK, Poland and Spain, providing customers with comprehensive during production and operation is well under control, and the impact on biodiversity is negligible.
collection and recycling services, and we will continue to extend our outreach for
better recycling development in the future.
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Climate
Change &
Environmental
Friendliness
As an important part of the natural environment for human beings, climate
change, even in the smallest scale, can have comprehensive, multi-dimension and
multi-level impact on natural ecosystems as well as socio-economic systems. The
Paris Agreement represents a critical milestone in international collaboration, and
mainstream consensus on green low-carbon development has been achieved
globally. Astronergy practices the new development concept, implements active
climate change response strategies, reduces pollution and carbon emission,
improves its efficiency, enhances the control of greenhouse gas emissions,
puts forward the concept of "PV+" new energy, and firmly follows the road of
sustainable development.

Response to Climate Change 42

Energy Resource Management 44

Water Resource Management 47

Pollution Governance 49

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Response to
Climate Change
Case Warehouse forklift (powered by electricity instead of diesel)

The project converted the power of forklifts from traditional diesel to electricity, involving a total of 8 x 5-ton electric
forklifts and 37 x 3.5-ton electric forklifts, which help increase the proportion of clean energy.

Astronergy has actively engaged in The company has clarified the responsibilities of GHG emissions management, and
addressing climate change. At the EHS management department shall coordinate the establishment, maintenance
early planning stage, we have taken and report preparation of GHG emission inventory, continuously promote the
GHG emis sion data as the basis, quantification and reporting of GHG emission, while other related departments
referred to international and domestic shall assist EHS department in data collection, and attend relevant training on
standards such as Specification With GHG emission sessions, so as to enhance the overall awareness of GHG-related
Guidance At the Organization Level issues across the company.
for Quantification and Repor ting
of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Astronergy's internal greenhouse management system involves technical aspects
Removals(ISO14064-1:2018), General such as emission boundary, base year, emission source identification, selection of
Guideline of the Greenhouse Gas quantification method, active data collection, calculation of emission factors and
Emissions Accounting and Reporting volume, inventory establishment, uncertainty assessment, etc., on the basis of
for Industrial Enterprise s (GB/ corporate production and operation characteristics for setting indicator standards.
T 3 2 1 5 0 - 2 0 1 5 ) , G re e n h o u s e G a s The company has picked 2021 as the base year to incorporate the quantification
Protocol of World Business Council for methods of stationary combustion sources, mobile combustion sources and
Sustainable Development (WBCSD) , fugitive emissions related to the company in Scope 1 direct GHG emissions into
etc., and developed GHG Emission the system, so as to unify the data collection caliber and guarantee data quality
Source Identification, Data Collection from the very start. In addition, by reviewing safety classification, environmental
and Quality Management System to friendliness and control of common refrigerants in production activities, we intend
standardize the requirements and to adopt safe and environment-friendly refrigerants to meet production needs,
methods of GHG emis sions, data reduce emission intensity, and take more corporate social responsibility against
collec tion, calculation and repor t climate change. From container trucks to barges
Case
preparation of the company.
In 2022, the company purchased 15.22 million KWH of green electricity, providing
5.97MW of electricity generated from current PV installations for rooftops
The company employed barges to replace container trucks, whereby a total of 1,825 containers were transported by
installed in 2016. During the reporting period, the total amount of GHG emission
barges instead of trucks, reducing the travelling duration of container trucks and improving the efficiency of energy
was 373487.64 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in scope I and II as shown in the
consumption.
following table:

Category Unit 2021 2022

Scope I tCO2e 16079.43 43809.03

Scope II tCO2e 204518.60 329678.61

Scope I + II Emission intensity 3

(Based on corporate module tCO2e/MW 42.12 30.49
capacity)

3 Note: The above data is quantified by Astronergy itself and has not been verified by a third
party. Organizational boundary includes Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy)
and Chint Solar (Haining) Co., Ltd. at Haining base, Yancheng manufacturing base, Jiuquan
manufacturing base and Thailand manufacturing base.

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Energy Resource By unbundling performance tasks, domestic bases set a target of a 3% reduction in combined energy consumption over 2021. In

Management
2022, all bases managed to reach this goal. At the end of the reporting period, we implemented a total of 8 energy saving and
emission reduction projects, with an estimated cost reduction of RMB 1,227,200, an investment of RMB 1,450,000, and an actual
cost reduction of RMB 449,500.

Project name Item description Expected result

Astronergy maintains the momentum to
Replacement of atomization sheet for
actively promote energy conservation atomization plate of ultrasonic humidifier In order to avoid rust stains within humidifier pipes, It is expected to save RMB 17,700
at Module Workshop I & II atomization plate has been replaced by atomization sheet. every year.
and emission reduction. The company
is committed to improving energy
PAC coagulant was originally used to refine and crush sludge
consumption, continuously improving and complete the settling treatment process. According to
Discontinued use of PAC agents at the It is expected to save RMB 171,300
energy efficiency, identifying and wastewater station of the old factory
corporate production characteristics, PAC agent has been every year.
discontinued in use and PAM is employed for the same
implementing energy-saving projects, treatment effect.
and optimizing energy consumption.
At the end of the reporting period, Hydrogen peroxide remover replacing
Promote the use of hydrogen peroxide remover at Workshop It is expected to save RMB 396,600
Haining and Yancheng bases have sodium bisulfite at wastewater station of
III to replace sodium bisulfite. every year.
Workshop III
both passed ISO 50001: 2018 Energy
Management System Certification. Sensor switches and travel switches have been added on
Sensor switches and travel switches The total reduction amounted to
power equipment rooms and distribution rooms of the
added to lighting at power room 71,280 kWh of electricity, i.e. RMB
ISO 50001: 2018 Standard ISO 50001: 2018 Standard factory so that the lights can be turned off when rooms are
48,200 for the whole year.
vacant for less power consumption.
Certificate (Astronergy) Certificate (Yancheng Chint
New Energy)

According to internal management documents such as Energy Management

Measures, Energy Metering Management Objectives and Energy Metering
Case Greenhouse gas emission reduction
Management System, we have set up an energy-saving leading group to promote
and implement national guidelines, policies, laws and regulations on energy,

The waste heat of

preside over the formulation of corporate energy-saving policy, energy-saving
development plan and energy-saving targets, address and solve major problems
in relevant departments, and arrange and coordinate energy-saving tasks refrigerators and
accordingly. According to statistics, the energy data 4 of the company in recent air compressors is
utilized to reduce
three years are as follows:

Type of Energy Unit 2020 2021 2022 the consumption of

L 179412 23181 31028 natural gas for hot
water heating of air
Gasoline
KJ 618983820 799756230 1070478420
conditioning, reducing
L 100048 97283 101193
Diesel the use of natural gas
by about 6,480,000m³
KJ 3301590600 3210359460 3339380550

m3 149185 351162 287515 every year.

Gas
KJ 5325904500 12536483400 10264285500

Solar power KJ 18283347360 18365085360 19511551440

KWH 287456688 351178833 456245282

Electricity
consumption
KJ 1034844077160 1264243799520 1642483015920

Total KJ 1025807208720 1262425313250 1637645608950

KJ/MW 278487849 241024355 133705657

Energy intensity
Tons of standard coal/MW 0.95 0.82 0.46

4 Note: Thermal value of tons of standard coal is taken as 2.9270*107 KJ. Green electricity has been deducted from electricity consumption.
Organizational boundary includes Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) and Chint Solar (Haining) Co., Ltd. at Haining manufacturing
base, Yancheng manufacturing base, Jiuquan manufacturing base and Tailand manufacturing base.

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Material Recycle
Water Resource
PV/solar modules, cells and other products boast the feature of high precision, so the waste generated during the production
Management
process is not worth recycling within the site, but handed over to professional recyclers for disposal and utilization like end-of-
life products. General wastes generated from industrial operations, such as packaging trimmings, used cardboard, foam, etc., are
sorted by the generating department according to four documents, including internal Waste Disposal Application Form and Waste
Material Recycling Form, transferred to the temporary storage room for waste materials, and outsourced for disposal after reaching
certain quantity. In addition, we have developed depreciation programs within the site based on usage patterns for specific obsolete Water is the primary re source to
Category 2020 2021 2022
materials, such as sintering belt depreciation for oven belts, test probe depreciation, pallet recycling, etc. maintain ecological environmental
sustainability on the Earth. It is also Total water withdrawal (tons) 2217938 2015822 1852559
the essential element in stabilizing
Total water discharge (tons) 1797297 1513988 1476211
Case Test probe sharpening the ecological environment. Although
China is a vast country, water resources Total water consumption (tons) 420641 501834 376348
are unevenly distributed from north
The average service life of cell test sorting probes is to south, and the weight of strategic
about 25 days, and they have to be replaced when below economic resources varies greatly
metrology dynamic test standards in order to ensure across the regions. We believe that Sodium bisulfite dosing water at wastewater station has been changed to
constant accuracy. Although the replaced probes cannot s c i e n t i f i c m a n a g e m e n t o f wa t e r defluoridation diazoic tank water: The water used for sodium bisulfite dosing
meet the cell test sorting requirements, they can still be resources plays a decisive role in at the wastewater station is about 15 tons a day, and the use of the fluoride
used in the el (offline electroluminescence tester) testing, sustainable development. Whether it removal secondary sedimentation tank effluent can save about 450 tons of tap
since the offline el tester imposes no requirements on is a factory in the Yangtze River Delta water per month;
electrical performance, but imaging only. A total of around region with abundant water resources
100 kg was recovered in 2022, saving over RMB 250,000 Recycling pure water backwash water for make-up water at the cooling
or in the arid northwest, water shall
at market value. tower: The pure water ultrafiltration backwashing water in the C2 and M2
be utilized efficiently for better water
workshops of Haining Base is recycled as cooling tower make-up water.
resource planning and management,
Through testing, the water conductivity of ultrafiltration backwashing water
so that a 3% reduction can be achieved
is lower than that of tap water, which can be used for cooling tower make-up
in overall energy consumption per
water. After the transformation, 300 tons of water can be saved every day.
product unit.

Recycling of wooden pallets, iron pallets and project pallets Re-concentration and reuse system of concentrated water: The ROR process
Case Astronergy's water resource is mainly
is a re-concentration and reuse system of the primary RO concentrated water.
from municipal water supply, and
ROR water goes directly to the ultrafiltration tank of the pure water station for
water is mainly consumed in cell
Logistics within and between production factories require a large number of pallets, and the cumulative production cost recycling, and the concentrated water of ROR is discharged. In 2022, the ROR
production, cleaning and domestic use.
savings from the PC pallet recycling project in 2022 exceeded RMB 4 million. In addition, we have gradually replaced system recycled a total of about 216,000 m3 of water.
We have developed corresponding
wooden pallets that are prone to wear and tear with iron pallets or glass pallets to ensure longer service duration.
water management standards at each
The combined savings of procurement costs and wear and tear costs contributed to cost reduction and sustainable
manufacturing base to avoid water
development of the project as a whole. Re-concentration and reuse system of
waste during production and private concentrated water
Case
life. In addition, we have improved
water re source s management
mechanisms and management
methods by improving processes,
realizing new initiatives and performing
water-saving engineering alterations.
During the reporting period, the total
amount of municipal water withdrawal
was 1,852,559 tons.

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Recycling and reuse of discharged water from water quality testing circulation pond at Pollution
Governance
Case the water purification station

Discharged water from water quality testing circulation pond at the water purification station goes directly into the gutter.
After transformation, discharged water will go back to the primary tank for reuse

Before: After:

Discharged Discharged water from

With the rapid economic development
water from the all circulation ponds
of e n te r p r i s e s , a l a rg e a m o u n t
circulation pond on site (9 constant
of resources will be consumed. If
is wasted and pressure with normal
various production and construction
goes directly to flow, 14 drainage during
activities are not properly controlled,
the gutter operation and provide
pollution emissions will cause serious
low pressure drainage
environmental problems. We take
when not in operation)
"e n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n a n d
will be diverted to the
energy conservation" as our pollution
tank of the primary
control policy, and devote ourselves
system for recycling
to environmental protection, energy
through a gas pipe
conservation and consumption
reduc tion in the whole life cycle,
and advocate a green produc tion ISO 14001:2015 Standard ISO 14001:2015 Standard
mode of harmonious coexistence Certificate (Master Certificate (Sub-Certificate of
Certificate of Astronergy) Yancheng Chint New Energy)
with nature. We regulate the sewage
Besides process water conservation, we also perform regular pipeline inspections and assessment of water supply loads to ensure
s y s t e m a n d p ro m o t e i n t e g ra t e d
the functional water supply system. Water conservation awareness training is arranged for employees regularly, including water
d e ve l o p m e n t o f p ro d u c t i o n a n d
conservation methods, water conservation techniques, and regulations studies, etc. Employees are encouraged to put forward
resources & environment based on
constructive suggestions and are rewarded timely to enhance overall water conservation awareness. During the reporting period,
EHS Management Manual and internal
there is no water resource violation case at Astronergy.
environmental management system of
Astronergy. At the end of the reporting
period, the manufac turing base s
Case Water conservation awareness training and regulation studies in Haining, Yancheng, Jiuquan and
Thailand all passed ISO 14001:2015
Environmental Management System
Certification.

ISO 14001: 2015 Standard ISO 14001: 2015 Standard

Certificate (Jiuquan Base) Certificate (Thailand Base)

Since different production lines boast different production processes, consume

different raw and auxiliary materials, and employ different sewage methods,
we have set up EHS management committee by factory area, and the team
leader is responsible for the planning, arrangement and inspection of all kinds
of environmental protection, promoting the establishment of environmental
protection system and improving management level, while team members are
responsible for implementing environmental protection projects. All operating
bases carry out relevant projects in compliance with local requirements, and there
was no environmental violation case during the reporting period.

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Solid Waste Wastewater

General waste generated from the factory is mainly cartons, pallets, plastic products and other general packaging, while hazardous We have defined the responsibilities of each relevant department according to the internal Management System for Prevention
waste includes waste mineral oil, chemical contamination, chemical waste, etc. We have standardized the classification, collection, and Control of Water Pollution, standardized the management contents and methods of water pollution identification, control,
temporary storage, transport, disposal and ledger management of various wastes according to the internal Waste Management monitoring and abnormal disposal, invited third-party companies for regular monitoring and evaluation to ensure environmental
System, and clarified the responsibilities of collaborating departments such as supply chain management, warehousing and logistics, compliance of each pollution-producing node. The high concentration industrial wastewater produced during the process of
administrative outreach, etc., and improved the inspection, promotion and training efforts to ensure proper sorting, labeling and texturing, etching, acid washing, etc. is discharged into self-built industrial wastewater treatment facilities at the factory, with the
recording of various types of waste in line with national regulations. help of processes such as defluoridation and denitrification as well as the addition of chemicals to meet the municipal wastewater
acceptance standards. The characteristic pollutants, discharge requirements, and monitoring data contained in the effluent from the
Haining manufacturing base in 2022 are listed below:
Waste 5 2020 2021 2022
Total waste (tons) 13576.69 13970.75 13745.87
Concentration test results
Hazardous waste (tons) 158.52 73.66 81.90 Discharge Monitoring Permitted Quantity of effective
(Daily average, mg/L)
Types of pollutants concentration monitoring data
outlet number facilities
(mg/L) (Daily average) Minimum value Maximum value Average value
Non-hazardous waste (tons) 13418.17 13897.09 13663.97
Chemical oxygen Automatic 150.00 1 10.00 30.00 20.00
demand
pH Automatic 6~9 1 6.50 8.50 7.30

DW001 Biochemical oxygen Manual 150.00 1 3.00 10.00 7.00

(Total demand for 5 days
Waste classification Waste generation units
discharge Suspended solids Manual 140.00 1 8.00 22.00 14.00
outlet)
Total phosphorus Manual 2.00 1 0.21 1.15 0.43
General waste Hazardous waste
Ammonia nitrogen Automatic 30.00 1 0.10 19.20 1.85

Generating department is Generating department is responsible for

responsible for sorting and sorting and transporting to temporary
transporting to general waste yard storage areas for hazardous waste

Responsible department contacts Contact EHS department to transfer to the

the disposal unit for final disposal hazardous waste yard

Meet stacking requirements On-site management of hazardous waste

yard

Yes
Inbound
No

Return to production department Treatment of hazardous waste plant

Waste management flow chart

5 Note: Hazardous waste is disposed through incineration with no energy recycling; after off-site sorting of non-hazardous waste, those without
On-site sewage treatment station at Haining base
recycling value is disposed through incineration, while those worth recycling is arranged accordingly

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Exhaust Gas
If various kinds of organized and unorganized exhaust gases produced during industrial processes are not managed properly, they
can spread with the airflow and cause great harm to the environment and human health. In accordance with the requirements of
Management System for Prevention and Control of Atmospheric Pollution, relevant laws and regulations, and internal Management
System for Prevention and Control of Atmospheric Pollution, we have deployed various types of air collection hoods, spray towers,
activated carbon and other disposal devices to ensure proper disposal of exhaust gases. EHS department updates the list of air
pollution sources once a year and performs regular compliance assessments of pollution sources to minimize pollutant emissions
and environmental impact. During the reporting period, the atmospheric monitoring data of Haining base and EIA emission
requirements are as follows:

Exhaust gas type Pollutant Total accounting (t/a) Total environment impact
assessment (t/a)
Total non-methane
hydrocarbon 2.97 12.95

NOx 25.31 29.68

Fluorides 0.09 0.25

Organized
emission CL2 0.16 0.20

NH3 0.19 9.33

Particulate matter 0.23 0.54

Exhaust gas treatment facility at Haining base
SO2 0 2.84

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Career
Development
and Social Good

Astronergy always adheres to people-oriented principle and is committed to

building a harmonious, inclusive and better society. We fully protect the rights
and interests of employees, create safe working environment, and provide
employees with broad career development opportunities. Meanwhile, we are
actively engaged in public welfare activities to promote the development of local
communities and serve the society with concrete actions.

Safeguard the Rights and Interests of Employees 56

Safeguard H&S 59

Support Employees’ Development 63

Commitment to Social Welfare 67

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Safeguard the Rights and

Interests of Employees
Year 2020 2021 2022

Percentage of employees trained

in human rights policies or 8.28% 7.53% 18.87%
Protecting the rights and interests
Category 2020 2021 2022 procedures in China
of e m p l oye e s i s n ot o n l y a l e g a l
requirement, but also the basis for Total employees 1996 2804 4157
Percentage of employees trained
maintaining good labor-management in human rights policies or 9.90% 12.15% 9.85%
Male employees 1385 2092 2825 procedures overseas
relations, conducive to long-term
s u s t a i n a b l e d e ve l o p m e n t o f t h e Female employees 611 712 1332
Total percentage of employees
company. Astronergy fully respects trained in human rights policies or 8.37% 7.70% 18.43%
Employees aged under 30 1024 1308 1910 procedures
the legitimate rights and interests of
employees, follows the employment Employees aged between 30 to 50 967 1485 2224
principles of fairness, justice and
openness, develops a market- Employees aged above 50 5 11 23
co m p e t i t i ve s a l a r y a n d we l fa re Han employees 1615 2583 3466
system, and opens up democratic
communication channels to create Ethnic minority employees 6 381 221 691 SA8000: 2014 Social
Accountability Standard Certificate
an equal, diversified and harmonious
Senior management staff 2 2 11
workplace.
Middle management staff 4 7 27

General managers 79 123 218

General staff 1911 2672 3901

Equal Employment
We respect and protect human rights, strictly abide by the Labor Law of the
People's Republic of China, the Labor Contract Law of the People's Republic
of China and other local labor laws and regulations where the company
operates, adhere to the principles of fairness and equality, fight against
discrimination against employees on the basis of nationality, gender, age,
ethnicity, religious beliefs, etc. Manufacturing bases and sales companies at
home and abroad all acknowledge and maintain internationally recognized
human rights. Meanwhile, we have formulated Social Responsibility Policy of
Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) Personnel Employment
Management Regulations and other systems based on the reality of the
company, to regulate the management of the employment process, and firmly
oppose all discrimination, workplace harassment, forced labor, employment of
child labor and other abusing behaviors of human rights. In order to enhance
awareness of human rights of all employees, we have arranged social
responsibility training for all employees. During the reporting period, there
were no incidents of discrimination, harassment, forced labor or employment
of child labor, and collective agreement signing rate reached 100% without Mid-Autumn Festival Activities for Ethnic Minority Employees
exception within the country.

6 Note: Foreign workers in Thailand factory are counted as ethnic minorities.

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Safeguard H&S
We attach great importance to protecting the rights and interests of female employees, implementing the Law of the People's
Republic of China on the Protection of Women's Rights and Interests and other relevant laws and regulations, and providing
maternity leave, parental leave and other leaves to ensure proper protection of legitimate rights and interests of working mothers. In
addition, we have also set up baby-care rooms and breastfeeding time-off to satisfy female employees' special needs. The company
has set up women's union and women workers' committee, organized training for women workers in business and other aspects,
improved women workers' business ability, and catered for women workers' needs for work and life to bring the best welfare for
our female employees. During the reporting period, the return rate of employees on parental leave was 100%, the retention rate of P u t s a f e t y f i r s t . We p r i o r i t i z e
Completion in Target value for
female employees after parental leave was 86.99%, and the retention rate of male employees after parental leave was 84.68%. o c c u p a t i o n a l h e a l t h a n d s a fe t y, No. Target value
2022 2023
safeguard the lives of employees,
and lay a solid foundation for normal ≤ 16 accidents Accident rate of
1 ≤ 20 accidents causing minor
production and operation. Astronergy causing minor minor injuries
injuries
injuries ≤2.3‰
puts health and safety of its employees
high on the agenda in fac tory 0 environmental pollution
2 100% 100%
management, and strives to create accidents
healthy and safe working environment Wastewater, exhaust gas, noise
3 all met emission standards 100% 100%
for them. We set H&S targets each
year, and during the reporting period, 100% harmless treatment of
4 hazardous waste 100% 100%
there was no violation of relevant
Held activities on the international Women's Day Baby-care room at Haining base occupational health and safety-related 4 EHS culture events every year
5 100% 100%
laws and regulations, and corporate
EHS (environment, health and safety)
performance targets were successfully
Compensation and Benefits accomplished. No serious injuries Occupational Health and Safety
We have formulated Compensation and Benefits Management System, continuously improve the compensation and benefit
or above, no occupational diseases,
8 minor work injuries and 3 safety
Management
packages of employees every year according to internal and external changes, provide competitive salaries for employees, and grant incidents. In accordance with the Law of the People's Republic of China on Production Safety, the
bonuses based on performance appraisal results to encourage their initiatives. We regulate employment management, reward every Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Occupational
hard-working employee, and provide a number of welfare benefits to alleviate employees from any potential concerns. We care Diseases and other relevant laws and regulations, we have formulated EHS Management
about our employees, and organize sports events and team-building events during leisure time to ensure work-life balance. Manual, EHS Management Committee System, EHS Accident Investigation Management
System, Occupational Health Management System and other regulatory documents,
The company purchases social pooling insurance for all contract employees. According to the local
Insurance coverage community policy, the company fully covers the serious illness insurance for employees in Haining, and which are applicable to the company and all its subsidiaries. We have developed the EHS
provide annual physical examination for employees. policy of "Safety and Health, Environmental Protection and Conservation, Continuous
Improvement, and Due Diligence", and established an occupational health and safety
We organize evaluation of outstanding employees and grant bonuses every year.
Recognition & reward management system that covers all employees and conforms to the international
We reward employees who make reasonable suggestions, publish papers and obtain patents.
standard of ISO 45001. We have set up a security committee, headed by employees at a
We provide living subsidies in terms of meal, communication, accommodation and transportation, high director position or above, a comprehensive EHS management network, an EHS executive
Various subsidies temperature.
Subsidies are paid to employees based on the length of service, working hours, job skills, etc. committee and an EHS management network team. We have designated safety officers in
each department to act as a EHS contact person, and strive to improve safe production
Additional leave for long-service employees, and leave to accompany parents, etc. environment and continuously meet the health and safety needs of our employees,
Holiday benefits Festival benefits.
contractors and subcontractors. At the end of the reporting period, all operating factories
ISO 45001: 2018 Standard of Astronergy obtained ISO 45001: 2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management
Certificate (Astronergy Master System Certificate.
Certificate)

Democratic Communication
We listen to every employee's voice and encourage them to reasonably express their demands and suggestions. We continuously
improve relevant management system, establish the workers' congress, and hold at least one staff representative assembly every
year to guarantee employees' democratic rights; we arrange quarterly staff interviews, and collect feedback from them through
various channels to improve communication. Employees can offer feedback through the General Manager's mailbox, official website
and other channels. We investigate employees' satisfaction through interviews and questionnaires to understand their thoughts and
demands of the company. In 2022, employee satisfaction scored at 82.49, maintaining an upward trend for two consecutive years.

Category 2020 2021 2022

Employee engagement 80.3 81.55 82.49
ISO 45001: 2018 Standard ISO 45001: 2018 Standard ISO 45001: 2018 Standard Work Safety Standardization
Certificate (Yancheng Chint New Certificate (Jiuquan Chint New Certificate (Thailand base) Level 2 Enterprise
Energy Sub-Certificate) Energy)
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Team leader

Deputy team leader

Head of EHS

Chairman of the trade union

Head of market management

Head of financial management

Head of sales management

Head of legal management

Head of technology R&D

management

Head of operation management

Head of products and technical

services

Head of base management

Head of program management

Head of lean production

management

Head of warehousing and

logistics management

Head of module manufacturing

management

Head of supply chain

management

Head of cell manufacturing

management

Head quality management

Head of factory affairs

management

Head of information
management

Head of HR management
Safety production facilities Utilize safety and protective
equipment

EHS Committee Structure

Occupational Health Prevention and Protection

We actively create safe production environment for our employees to protect their personal safety and property. In order to identify
hazards and mitigate safety risks in a more comprehensive and effective way, we have formulated the Hazard Identification and Risk
Control Management System, consolidated the List of Key Hazards, and ensured annual evaluation and updating. We rate identified Notification card of occupational disease hazards Safety warning sign
hazards into various grades, and implement appropriate control measures according to risk nature so as to mitigate potential
production safety risks. We will also re-identify and update the list of hazards when significant changes take place in corporate
operational activities or related laws and regulations.

For positions prone to job health and safety risks, we provide labor protective equipment for relevant employees, install safety
testing systems, ventilation systems and other safety devices, inspect and maintain equipment on regular basis to mitigate potential
risks and hazards, instruct and require employees to utilize safety equipment and operate equipment in accordance with operational
Building Safety Culture
specifications. We organize regular medical examinations and provide employees with occupational health checks before, during and
Safety education serves as an important protection for employee H&S. We have established and improved the EHS training system,
after taking the job to ensure their health throughout the working cycle. Meanwhile, we provide employees with workplace injury
completed several training materials and organized many training activities to improve safety skills and awareness of all employees.
insurance and group accident insurance to ensure medical and health protection is available just in case.
We are equally concerned about the health and safety of external parties and conduct irregular EHS training sessions for contractors'
We have formulated and implemented a number of emergency plans such as the Special Emergency Plan for Occupational personnel. In order to enhance safety awareness of employees and improve self-rescue capabilities and response to emergencies,
Disease Hazards and Accidents, and established an emergency command structure to ensure that on-site first aid supplies and we have drafted EHS emergency drill plans according to the characteristics of production activities, simulated accidents such as
equipment are available, striving to respond in an orderly and calm manner in the event of an emergency occupational health and electric shock and falling from height during the production process, and relevant departments have attended emergency drill
safety accident; after the accident, we will establish an accident investigation team based on the internally formulated Accident activities. During the reporting period, we provided a total of 632 EHS safety training sessions with a total of 16,406 participants;
Investigation Management System to identify its root cause, take preventive measures to avoid the same accident, and supervise the and 34 emergency drill activities were rolled out as well.
implementation of corrective measures.

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Support Employees’
Development
We actively organize staff training
sessions to help staff improve their Employee Training
profe s sional ability, continuously
i n j e c t i n g v i t a l i t y i n t o c o r p o ra t e We attach great importance to the cultivation and development of talents. In
d e ve l o p m e n t fo r m o re b e n e f i t s . view of our business and job characteristics, we have developed differentiated
Safety training First-aid drill Astronergy provides a wide career training programs and actively organized various training programs for
development stage for its employees employees to meet their professional needs, career development aspirations,
and helps them growth by developing and improve their overall capacity.
diversified training programs and
Training programs
opening up dual career development
Case National production safety month activities: I am the safety whistle blower channels.

During national production safety month in 2022, we hosted the activities of "I am a safety whistle blower" to open up the Training
various channels for participation such as QR code, telephone and email, encouraging all employees to serve as "whistle Leadership objects Professional and technical
blower" and actively participate in the inspection of safety hazards. We also addressed potential safety hazards reported improvement skills enhancement
by employees and awarded prizes for outstanding proposals to enhance safety awareness of all employees.
Managers Professionals

Negotiation skills Marketing Technical Project management

Sales management staff R&D staff capability enhancement

Skilled New
operators employees

We provide three-level (company, department, position) safety education for every new employee, and the safety training hours
shall not be less than 24 hours to ensure that each new employee is familiar with job safety operation, emergency response and Skill improvement Shorten job suitability cycle
other knowledge and skills, and safety assessment shall be passed before reporting duty.
Category 2020 2021 2022
Total training duration 2 12 44
OHS training for skilled workers can be divided into two main categories: Senior executives
Average training hours 1 6 4

Special training for safety production Emergency rescue training Total training duration 16 35 135
Middle managers
Each department is required to provide special training according We designate special responsible persons in each Average training hours 4 5 5
to the production characteristics of relevant positions, and one department to form emergency response team
employee shall attend several training sessions to master the (ERT), organize theoretical and practical training Total training duration 237 738 872
General managers
knowledge and skills required by relevant positions. Training on emergency knowledge on a regular basis, and Average training hours 3 6 4
covers hazardous chemical safety, fire safety, and knowledge of assess and evaluate training results to improve
hazardous operation safety. emergency response capabilities. Total training duration 24843 21376 31208
General employees
Average training hours 13 8 8

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We regularly evaluate the performance of our employees in line with the principle of "fairness, justice and openness", evaluate the
personal ability of employees, and communicate with them frequently to ensure mutual contribution to the process. After obtaining
Employee Promotion
assessment results, we will formulate individual development plans to assist employees in planning their careers, and provide a solid
We have adopted Job Qualification Management system to clarify the evaluation requirements of each job grade, providing a
basis for training course planning.
transparent, clear and definite dual channel for career development and ensuring fair promotion opportunities for all. The results of
each promotion will be fed back to employees to help them timely adjust the direction of career planning; If the employee disagrees
with the result, he/she can make a complaint in time. In addition, we respect the diversified development needs of our employees
and encourage multi-dimensional development. Employees can apply to change sequence according to their own development plan
"New-Star" special training camp for better staff development and move to a more suitable position to develop their career.
Case

Promotion channel
We attach great importance to
developing employees' leadership
skills. In September 2022, we
launched a 6-month "New-Star" Management Professional
special training camp for potential
channel channel
leaders in core positions of each
department, arranging mentors for
them to cultivate professional and
grassroots management talents. Technology
Marketing
development
The training plan was divided into sequence
Management Professional sequence Skill operation
two stages: trial position training sequence sequence sequence
and fixed position cultivation,
whereby various training methods
were deployed to equip participants
with knowledge and ensure
professional growth. Up to now, we
have hosted "Coaching Leadership" Managing director Expert
and "Structured Communication
and Debriefing Upskilling
Workshop", highly recognized by Director Senior level
our participants.

I Initiate II Cultivation III Growth IV Assessment Manager High level

Trial position training Fixed position cultivation All-around
Screening and

1.Screening Cultivation
and selection of cultivation based on
reserve talents "721 rule"
selection

2.Assignment •Review
of mentor/ •Intensive assessment; Supervisor Medium level
Development phase

mentoring system

coach •Basic training of

Three-instructor

Exchange and
Cognitive phase

Online micro-

professional •Work
Review phase

knowledge and •Assessment

skills of target courses; independently
of action and
courses
sharing

positions; •Advanced on projects;

knowledge and •Evaluate
learning items;
•Get involved
skills for target project
Class building

1.Class in item and task

implementation. positions; implementation. •Feedback from
committee
•Dominant mentor/coach/
competition
items and tasks. instructor; Primary level
Scenario-based

Monthly wrap-

2.System
presentation
experience
Immersive

•Assessment of
studies

learning process
and performance;
up
Course follow-up

Inspection Knowledge Learning Incentives •Assessment

studies review activity
1.Message from of post-training
Project practice

effect
follow-up

the board
Flying book

Interview
class group
meeting
Kick-off

2.Oath from
mentor/coach/ Post course Stage
Reading
and sharing
Points
management Assistant level
participant work assessment knowledge and merit
contest awarding

Panoramic view of "New-Star" special training camp

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Employee Care Commitment to Social

While helping employees grow in the professional channel, we also care about their private lives and strive to create warm and
comfortable working atmosphere. We have actively hosted employee care activities, such as recreational activities, sports events
Welfare
and team-building activities, so that employees can relieve stress, maintain work-life balance, and enhance their sense of belonging.
As of the end of the reporting period, Astronergy has been awarded the fifth batch of provincial-level key cultivation units on ethnic
unity and progress and the third batch of Jiaxing demonstration units on national unity and progress.
We actively participate in public welfare
and fulfill social responsibilities, which Support of Community
helps the company establish a good Construction
public social image. The Chint Public
Welfare Foundation, initiated and We regard the community as one of our key stakeholders and insist on
established by Chint Group, focuses on growing with the community in diversified forms to help them benefit
food safety, environmental protection from corporate business activities. We actively support infrastructure
and other public welfare activities construction by local communities to improve livelihood conditions;
closely related to people's livelihood. meanwhile, we provide vocational skills training for local communities
By organizing a series of public welfare to help local people improve their working skills and contribute to local
activities such as low-carbon offices, economic development and well-being.
green travel and donations to schools,
the Foundation encourages a low-
carbon lifestyle of energy conservation, Support the construction of PV power
emission reduction and environmental
generation for the benefits of teachers
Case and students in mountainous areas
Choral competition Basketball match protection, and promotes the technical
development and standardization
of the industry. Over the years, the Ala Central Primary School of Luqu County, Gannan Prefecture,
foundation has donated more than Gansu Province, is located deep in the harsh mountains and
450 million yuan in funds and goods life is hard there. We actively responded to the call of rural
to various public welfare activities. It revitalization by donating a 50.49KW PV power generation
has been awarded the "China Charity project for the school and executed project construction with
Award" twice by the Ministry of Civil our own efforts. At the moment, PV power generation station
Affairs, the "China Red Ribbon Star of project of Ala Center Primary School has been successfully
Great Love" by the China Red Ribbon completed, relieving the heating safety hazards of coals in
Foundation and the "Outstanding winter, and improving the learning and living environment of
Contribution to Charity Award" by the teachers and students. It is expected to save on average RMB
Zhejiang Charity Federation. 30,000 in electricity on annual basis, reducing operational
expenditure of the school.
Astronergy ac tively suppor ts the
operation of the Group's foundation
and helps it to contribute to
environmental protection, industry
Tug-of-war A resilient journey for thousand people
promotion, culture and education,
and disaster relief. At the same time,
we actively practice our mission as
a new energy company by donating
We care about workers in difficulties, and corporate labor union is specifically responsible for providing assistance in this regard, photovoltaic panels many times and
and ensuring that assistance is available in the form of personal care, collective aid, and paring up; we have set up a special fund sending clean energy throughout the
for hardship subsidies for employees in need. Since 2019, we have arranged donations for 7 employees in need, raising over RMB world, in order to create more social
120,000 in total. value while increasing commercial
value.

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Case Project donation to empower practical activities at universities Case Open day at power station for environmental education

We donated and built a demonstration project for Leshan Vocational and Technical College to facilitate teaching In 2021, we hosted an Open Day for the Dutch project - Markelo PV power generation station so that local elementary
practices. In addition, we hosted "Chint Classes", whereby corporate employees delivered courses to students, and school pupils could have a tour around our base. During the open day, project development leader introduced the
provided internship opportunities to help students get well prepared for working skills and future careers. operation of solar energy and PV power generation station, discussed the relationship between PV utilities and animal
protection, and encouraged kids to care for natural environment and climate change to build environmental protection
awareness.

Promotion of Local Employment

We encourage and support local residents to find jobs and promote local employment. We prioritize hiring local residents in our
operating locations to improve local employment rates. In addition, we support local enterprises with local procurement, injecting
vitality into local economy and providing more career and employment opportunities for local residents.

Employment rate of local employees in Thailand manufacturing base

83.51% 82.04% 81.58%

2020 2021 2022

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Independent Verification Conclusions

Verification Statement
According to the verification, we believe the Report prepared by Astronergy is objective and true,
without systemic problems, and can be used by stakeholders. The verification team has drawn the following conclusions on this Report:

Astronergy has identified the internal and external stakeholders such as employees, shareholders and investors,
customers, suppliers, government and regulatory agencies, public communities, surrounding residents, research
Inclusivity
To the management and stakeholders of Astronergy, institutions, industry associations and companies in the same industry, and established a stakeholder communication
mechanism to collect the demands of stakeholders on a regular basis.
TÜV SÜD Certification and Testing (China) Co., Ltd. Shanghai Branch (hereinafter referred to as “TÜV SÜD”) has been engaged by Chint New
Astronergy has established the prioritization process of material topics determination, identified and assessed the
Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) (hereinafter referred to as “Astronergy” or “the Company”) to perform an independent third-party
priority of the sustainability topics which are highly related to the industry, the Company disclosed the strategy,
verification on Chint New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd. (Astronergy) 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report (hereinafter Materiality
management approach as well as sustainability performance in corporate operation, therefore the Report’s adherence
referred to as “the Report"). During this verification, TÜV SÜD's verification team strictly abided by the contract signed with Astronergy
to materiality principle is guaranteed.
and provided verification regarding the Report in accordance with the provisions agreed by both parties and within the authorized scope
stipulated in the contract. Astronergy has disclosed the management approach of key issues that stakeholders concern, such as climate change,
Responsiveness energy resource management, digital transformation, product quality control, business ethics, personnel training and
This Independent Verification Statement is based on the data and information collected by Astronergy and provided to TÜV SÜD. The scope development, and protecting customer rights/information security, and has established a grievance mechanism, to fully
of verification is limited to the given information. Astronergy shall be held accountable for authenticity and completeness of the provided respond to the demands and expectations of stakeholders.
data and information.
Astronergy has set up a sustainable development committee at the level of the board of directors, which governs
three special working groups on environmental governance, social responsibility and corporate governance, to further
Scope of Verification respond to the risks and opportunities caused by climate, environment and market policy changes, and to enhance
Impact
corporate contribution in terms of environmental and social responsibility and corporate governance. Meanwhile,
Time frame of this verification: the Company integrates the United Nations SDGs into the concept of sustainable development, and continues to
The Report contains the data disclosed by Astronergy during the reporting period from January 1st, 2022 to December 31st, 2022, contribute to the cause of global sustainable development.
including economic, environmental and social information and data, methods for management of material issues, actions/measures and
the Company's sustainability performance during the reporting period.
Physical boundary of this verification:
The on-the-spot verification took place at below listed location:
No.1 Jisheng Road, Jianshan New Zone, Haining, Zhejiang Province, P.R. China. Recommendations on Continuous Improvement
Scope of data and information for the verification:
The scope of verification is limited to the data and information of Astronergy and production sites under its operational control covered by It is recommended that the Company, based on the existing ESG management system, formulates an overall sustainable development plan,
the Report. covering climate change objectives, and establishs a corresponding risk management system.
The following information and data are beyond the scope of this verification:
Any information and contents beyond the reporting period of this Report; and
The data and information of Astronergy’s suppliers, partners and other third parties; and
The financial data and information disclosed in this Report that have been audited by an independent third party are not verified again Statement on Independence and Verification Capability
herein.
TÜV SÜD is a trusted partner of choice for safety, security and sustainability solutions. It specialises in testing, certification, auditing and
advisory services. Since 1866, TÜV SÜD has remained committed to its purpose of enabling progress by protecting people, the environment
and assets from technology-related risks. Today, TÜV SÜD is present in over 1,000 locations worldwide with its headquarters in Munich,
Limitations Germany. TÜV SÜD has been committed to sustainable development and actively promotes environmental protection related projects. Over
the years, TÜV SÜD has been actively expanding its performance in energy management, renewable resources, and electric automobiles, etc.,
The verification process is conducted in the above scope and places. Sampling and verification are adopted for the data and information in
helping its customers meet sustainable development needs.
the Report by TÜV SÜD, and only the stakeholders within the Company are interviewed; and
The Company's standpoint, opinions, forward-looking statements and predictive information as well as the historical data and information TÜV SÜD Certification and Testing (China) Co., Ltd. Shanghai Branch is one of TÜV SÜD 's global branches and has an expert team whose
before January 1st, 2022 are beyond the scope of this verification. members have professional background and rich industrial experiences.

TÜV SÜD and Astronergy are two entities independent of each other and both TÜV SÜD and Astronergy and their branches or stakeholders
have no conflict of interest. No member of the verification team has business relationship with the Company. The verification is completely
Basis for the Verification neutral.
This verification process was conducted by TÜV SÜD's expert team with extensive experience in the economic, environmental, social and
other relevant areas and drew the conclusions thereof. The verification is in line with the following standards: Signature:
International Standard on Assurance Engagements ISAE3000(Revised),Assurance Engagements Other than Audits or Reviews of Historical On Behalf of TÜV SÜD Certification and Testing (China) Co., Ltd. Shanghai Branch
Financial Information, Limited Assurance
TÜV SÜD Procedure of Verification on Sustainability Report
In order to perform adequate verification in accordance with the contract and provide reasonable verification for the conclusions, the
verification team conducted the following activities:
Preliminary investigation of the relevant information before the verification;
Confirmation of the presence of the topics with high level of materiality and performance in the Report;
Zhu Wenjun
On-site review of all supporting documents, data and other information provided by Astronergy; tracing and verification of key
TÜV SÜD Sustainability Authorized Signatory Officer
performance information;
April 28th, 2023
Special interview with the representative of Astronergy’s management; interviews with the employees related to collection, compilation
Shanghai, China
and reporting of the disclosed information; and
Other procedures deemed necessary by the verification team.
Note: In case of any inconsistency or discrepancy, the simplified Chinese version of this verification statement shall prevail, while the English
translation is used for reference only.

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Appendices GRI Standards Disclosures

GRI 2-22 Statement on sustainable development strategy

Page number

04-05,23
Reason for omission

Lack of information: Refer

GRI 2-23 Policy commitment -
to the official website
GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards (GRI GRI 2-24 Embedding policy commitment -
Lack of information: Refer
to the official website
Standards) Content Index Strategy,
Policies and GRI 2-25 Processes to remediate negative impacts 28
Practices
Astronergy has reported in accordance with the GRI Standards for the period from January 1, 2022 to GRI 2-26 Mechanisms for seeking advice and raising concerns 23
Instructions
December 31, 2022
GRI 2-27 Compliance with laws and regulations 15,24
GRI 1 used GRI 1: Foundation 2021
GRI 2-28 Membership association 11-13

GRI 2-29 Approach to stakeholder engagement 16-17

Stakeholder
Engagement
GRI Standards Disclosures Page number Reason for omission GRI 2-30 Collective bargaining agreement 56

GRI 2-1 Organizational details 06-13 GRI 3-1 Process to determine substantive topics 18-19
Substantive
Topics 2021
GRI 2-2 Entities included in the organization's sustainability reporting 02 GRI 3-2 List of substantive topics 18-19

Organization GRI 2-3 Reporting period, frequency and contact point 02-03 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 06
and Its
Rreporting Lack of information: This report is See details in the annual
GRI 201-1 Direct economic value generated and distributed 06 report
Practices the first ESG report of Astronergy
GRI 2-4 Restatements of information - Economic
and does not involve restatement of GRI 201-2 Financial implications and other risks and opportunities
information. Performance 06
due to climate change
2016
GRI 2-5 External assurance 70-71 GRI 201-3 Defined benefit plan obligations and other retirement plans 58

GRI 2-6 Activities, value chain and other business relationships 06-10 See details in the annual
GRI 201-4 Financial assistance received from government -
report
Activities and
GRI 2-7 Employees 56 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56
Workers
Market
GRI 2-8 Workers who are not employees 59-61,66 GRI 202-1 Ratio of standard entry level wage by gender compared Lack of information:
Performance -
to local minimum wage Confidentiality restrictions
2016
GRI 2-9 Governance structure and composition 22 GRI 202-2 Proportion of senior management hired from the local community 69

GRI 2-10 Nomination and selection of the highest governance body 22 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 67
Indirect
GRI 2-11 Chair of the highest governance body 22 Economic GRI 203-1 Infrastructure investments and services supported 67
Impact 2016
GRI 2-12 Role of the highest governance body in overseeing the
23 GRI 203-2 Significant indirect economic impact 67
management of impacts

GRI 2-13 Delegation of responsibility for managing Impact 23 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 35-37
Procurement
Practices 2016 Lack of information:
GRI 2-14 Role of top governance body in sustainability reporting 03,23 GRI 204-1 Proportion of spending on local suppliers - Confidentiality restrictions

GRI 2-15 Conflicts of interest 25 GRI 3-3Management of material topics 24-26

Governance
GRI 2-16 Communication of critical concerns 23 Lack of information:
GRI 205-1 Operations assessed for risks related to corruption - Corruption risk
GRI 2-17 Collective knowledge of the highest governance body 23 Anti-corruption assessment not conducted
2016
GRI 2-18 Evaluation of the performance of the highest governance GRI 205-2 Communication and training on anti-corruption policies and
body
22 24-26
procedures

GRI 2-19 Remuneration policies 22 GRI 205-3 Confirmed incidents of corruption and actions taken 24-26
Lack of information: Confidentiality
GRI 2-20 Procedures to determine compensation - Anti- GRI 3-3Management of material topics 24-26
restrictions
competitive
Lack of information: Confidentiality GRI 206-1 Legal actions for anti-competitive behavior, anti-trust, and
GRI 2-21 Annual total compensation ratio - Behavior 2016 24-26
restrictions monopoly practices

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GRI Standards Disclosures Page number Reason for omission GRI Standards Disclosures Page number Reason for omission

26 GRI 305-7 Nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx) and other significant gas N/A: discharge do not
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics -
emissions involve

GRI 207-1 Approach to tax 26 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 49-53

Tax 2019 GRI 207-2 Tax governance, control and risk management 26 GRI 306-1 Waste generation and significant waste-related Impacts 49-53
GRI 207-3 Stakeholder engagement and management of concerns 26 GRI 306-2 Management of significant waste-related impacts 49-53
related to tax
Waste 2020
GRI 207-4 Country-by-country reporting 26 GRI 306-3 Waste generated 50

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 46 GRI 306-4 Waste diverted from disposal 50
Lack of information:
GRI 301-1 Materials used by weight or volume - GRI 306-5 Waste directed to disposal 50
Confidentiality restrictions
Material 2016
GRI 301-2 Recycled input materials used 46 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 35-37
Supplier
Environmental
GRI 301-3 Reclaimed products and their packaging materials 46 Assessment
GRI 308-1 New suppliers that were screened using environmental criteria 36-37
2016
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 44-45 GRI 308-2 Negative environmental impacts in the supply chain and actions taken 35

GRI 302-1 Energy consumption within the organization 44 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56,58
N/A: Confidentiality
GRI 302-2 Energy consumption outside the organization 44 GRI 401-1 New employee hires and employee turnover - requirements
Energy 2016 Employment
2016 GRI 401-2 Benefits provided to full-time employees that are not provided to
GRI 302-3 Energy intensity 44 temporary or part- time employees
58

GRI 302-4 Reduce energy consumption 45 GRI 401-3 Parental leave 58

GRI 302-5 Reduce energy demand for products and services 45 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56,58
Labor/
Management
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 47-48 Relations N/A: No major plant site
2016
GRI 402-1 Minimum notice periods regarding operational changes - changes
GRI 303-1 Interactions with water as a shared resource 47

Water and
GRI 303-2 Management of water discharge- related impacts 47-48 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 59-62
Effluents 2018
GRI 303-3 Water withdrawal 47 GRI 403-1 Occupational health and safety management system 59-60

GRI 303-4 Water discharge 47 GRI 403-2 Hazard identification, risk assessment and incident investigation 60-61

GRI 303-5 Water consumption 47 GRI 403-3 Occupational health services 62

GRI 403-4 Worker participation, consultation, and communication on
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 39 61-62
occupational health and safety
Occupational
GRI 304-1 Operational sites owned, leased, managed in, or adjacent GRI 403-5 Worker training on occupational health and safety s 61-62
Health and
to, protected areas and areas of high biodiversity value outside 39 Safety 2018
protected areas GRI 403-6 Promote worker health 58, 61-62
Biodiversity GRI 304-2 Significant impacts of activities, products and services on GRI 403-7 Prevention and mitigation of occupational health and safety impacts
2016 39 61
biodiversity directly linked by business relationships

GRI 304-3 Habitats protected or restored 39 GRI 403-8 Workers covered by an occupational health and safety management 59
system

GRI 403-9 Work-related injury 59

GRI 304-4 IUCN Red List species and national conservation list
species with habitats in areas affected by operations 39
GRI 403-10 Work-related ill health 59, 61-62

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 42-43 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 63-64

GRI 305-1 Direct (Scope I) GHG emissions 42 GRI 404-1 Average hours of training per year per employee 63
Employment
practices 2016 GRI 404-2 Programs for upgrading employee skills and transition assistance
GRI 305-2 Energy indirect (Scope II) GHG emissions 42 63
programs
GRI 404-3 Percentage of employees receiving regular performance and career
Emission 2016 GRI 305-3 Other indirect (Scope 3) GHG emissions 42 development reviews
64

GRI 305-4 GHG emissions intensity 42 GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56-57
Diversity
42 and Equal
GRI 305-5 Reduction of GHG emissions GRI 405-1 Diversity of governance bodies and employees 56
Opportunity
2016 GRI 405-2 Ratio of basic salary and remuneration of women
GRI 305-6 Emissions of ozone depleting substances (ODS) - N/A: discharge do not involve 58
to men

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GRI Standards Disclosures Page number Reason for omission UNGC Ten Principles Index Table
Non- GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56-58
discrimination
2016 GRI 406-1 Incidents of discrimination and corrective actions taken 56
Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Page
Freedom of GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 56
Association Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights 37,56-57
and Collective GRI 407-1 Operating locations and suppliers where freedom of
Bargaining 2016 association and collective bargaining rights may be at risk
37,56
Businesses shall make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses. 37,56-57
GRI 3-3Management of material topics 56
Child Labor Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining. 37,56
2016 GRI 408-1 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of child
37,56
labor Businesses should uphold the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour. 37,56
Forced or GRI 3-3Management of material topics 56
Businesses shall ensure abolition of child labour 37,56
Compulsory
Labor 2016 GRI 409-1 Operations and suppliers at significant risk for incidents of
37,56
forced or compulsory labor Businesses should uphold the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation. 37,56
GRI 3-3Management of material topics 56-57
Security Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges. 42-53
Practice 2016
GRI 410-1 Security personnel trained in human rights policies or procedures 57
Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility. 42-53
N/A: Operating activities Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies. 42-53
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics - do not violate indigenous
rights
Rights of Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery. 24-26
Indigenous
Peoples 2016 N/A: Operating activities
GRI 411-1 Incidents of violations involving rights of indigenous peoples - do not violate indigenous
rights

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 67-69

GRI 413-1 Operating sites with local community engagement, impact
Local assessments and development plans
67-69
Community
2016
GRI 413-2 Operating sites with actual or potentially significant Lack of information: No
- impact assessed
negative impacts on local community

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 35-37

Supplier
Social GRI 414-1 New suppliers screened based on social criteria 36-37
Assessment
2016
GRI 414-2 Negative social impacts in the supply chain and actions taken 35

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 26

Public Policy
2016
GRI 415-1 Political contributions 26

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 27-29

Customer
Health and GRI 416-1 Assessment of the health and safety impacts of product and service 28
Safety 2016 categories
GRI 416-2 Incidents of non-compliance concerning the health and safety - Lack of information:
impacts of products and services Confidentiality requirements
GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 27

Marketing GRI 417-1 Requirements for product and service information and labeling 27
and Labeling
2016 GRI 417-2 Incidents of non-compliance concerning product and service
information and labeling
27

GRI 417-3 Incidents of non-compliance concerning marketing communications 27

GRI 3-3 Management of material topics 29

Customer
Privacy 2016 GRI 418-1 Substantiated complaints concerning breaches of customer privacy 29
and losses of customer data

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