Sustainable Supply Chain

Sustainable Supply Chain

  • GCL Technology undertakes the mission of "Focusing on green development and continuously improving the human living environment". As a world-leading R&D and intelligent manufacturing enterprise of high-efficiency photovoltaic materials, we have been committed to grasping the development direction of high-efficiency photovoltaic material technologies through R&D innovation and intelligent manufacturing. We work hand in hand with partners to deepen layout and pursue collaborative innovation in the photovoltaic field, and jointly build a green industrial ecological chain. We provide behavioral guidelines for supply chain partners to fulfill social and environmental responsibilities and abide by business ethics, reduce the environmental impact of operations, and actively contribute to society. GCL Technology firmly believes that through joint efforts with partners, we can jointly drive responsible performance in corporate governance, social and environmental dimensions, and work together to build a sustainable supply chain.

    Sustainable Procurement Commitment

    Promote continuous improvement of sustainable procurement Incorporate sustainable development principles into supplier management Reduce environmental footprint Responsible and ethical sourcing Incorporate sustainable development principles into the supplier selection process

    Targets and Performance

    Supplier coverage rate for signing the GCL Technology Supply Chain Partner Code of Social Responsibility with its partners
    2024: 65% → 2025: 80% → 2026: 90%

    Supplier Empowerment

    In 2024, the subsidiaries of GCL Technology at various bases will collectively:

    343

    Number of supplier training sessions

    468 hour

    Total training hours

    1019

    Number of participating suppliers

    Supplier integrity and compliance

    In 2024, the signing rate of integrity agreements among GCL Technology's suppliers reached 100%.

  • Supply Chain Policy

    We have revised and implemented a series of management systems, including the Supply Chain Management Policy,Procurement Management Policy, Supplier Management Policy, Sustainable Procurement Guidelines,GCL Technology Supply Chain Partner Social Responsibility Code of Conduct, and the Anti-Fraud (including Anti-Corruption) and Whistleblowing Management Standards & Shareholder Communication Policy. These measures aim to drive suppliers to conduct business responsibly in alignment with ethical standards, ensuring that their adherence to ethical, safety, health, human rights principles, as well as social and environmental performance, is consistent with GCL Technology’s values and requirements.

  • Supplier Management

    GCL Technology focuses on collaborative supply chain management with a customer-oriented approach. At key processes spanning fromsupplier access, cooperation to review, we factor in ESG issues including environmental protection, labor protection, and compliance integrity. Additionall, the Group has established the Supply Chain Management Committee and the Supply Chain Administrative Management Center. Each base has its supply chain management department which, following the authorization principle, handles specific tasks under the guidance of the management system and the leadership of the Group. This tiered approach ensures that policies and actions are cascaded throughout the organization, moving our supply chain progressively toward a more transparent, responsible, and sustainable system.

  • Supplier Code of Conduct

    GCL Technology is committed to conducting business in a fair and ethical manner, abiding by laws and regulations as the foundation for all its operations, and pledges to act with professionalism, honesty and integrity in all commercial transactions and relationships. Any activities that may adversely affect the company’s integrity and reputation are strictly prohibited. Based on relevant national laws and regulations and the conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO), GCL Technology has formulated the Code of Conduct for Social Responsibility of Supply Chain Partners with reference to the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Code of Conduct, international standards including SA8000, ISO14001, ISO45001, the EU Battery Regulation and SSI, as well as the company’s corporate social responsibility requirements for partners. This Code sets out expectations and requirements in respect of labor protection, occupational health and safety, environmental protection, ethical standards and social responsibility management, with the aim of aligning the environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance of supply chain partners with that of the company. We advocate for and drive our partners to comply with this Code. Any violation of the Code may jeopardize the business relationship between the partner and GCL Technology, with consequences including but not limited to termination of cooperation and compensation for losses.

      Supplier environmental protection

      GCL Technology has been cultivating an environmental conscience among our suppliers, mandating that supplier facilities operate with the lightestecological footprintand athere to strinentelobal envirommental protectionconditions, we lean towards suppliers with environmental qualifications, waste discharge qualifications, and certifications including ISO 1400l environmental management system certification and ISO 14067 product carbon footprint certification.

      Supplier labor protection

      GCL Technology has been elevating the bar for our suppliers' labor protections, carving out clear-cut management directives in the GCL Technology Supplier Corporate Social Responsibility Code of Conduct to safeguard employee rights, health, and safety. Under equal conditions, we lean towards suppliers certified with ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management systemsand ISO 9001 quality management systems.

      Supplier integrity andcompliance

      GCL Technology believes that integrity and compliance are cornerstones fot the stability and sustainable development of the supply chain. We amplifiedcompliance training and inked supplier compliance mandates, thus curtailing social risks in the supply chain fabric and securing mutual rights.

  • ESG Risk Assessment

    GCL Technology regards a sustainable supply chain as an extension of corporate value. To accurately assess and address supply chain risks, GCL Technology focuses on potential and cooperative suppliers, safeguarding against potential ESG risks across all aspects of the supply chain, including business ethics, environmental protection, and health and safety.

    Supplier Communication

    We advocate for establishing long-term and stable trustworthy partnerships with supply chain collaborators. A regular communication mechanism has been established to enhance suppliers’ awareness of their responsibilities. Through our website, contracts, and other channels, we provide supply chain partners with access to our sustainable supply chain policies and systems, maintain necessary communication with them, and hold meetings as needed to discuss performance and compliance.

    Local supplier support

    GCL Technology is committed to growing alongside local suppliers, taking proactive actions such as identifying potential partners andprioritizing their quotations to catalyze collaborative partnerships.

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