Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Corporation implements ESG and obtains ISO46001 Water Efficiency Management System Verification Certificate

        Given that water scarcity has become a critical global risk, water resource management and recycling are even more important issues for the highly water dependent ready mixed concrete industry. Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Corporation has actively introduced the ISO 46001 Water Efficiency Management System and obtained certification from the international certification body BSI on March 26th, demonstrating its positive contribution to environmental sustainability. In the future, it will follow the management system mechanism, continuously improve and enhance water efficiency through technology and management innovation, and set a green example for the ready mixed concrete industry.

                Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Corporation adheres to the Far Eastern Group's belief of "sincerity, diligence, simplicity, prudence, and innovation". Since 2021, it has voluntarily adopted multiple international verification standards such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001, as well as the Ministry of Environment's carbon footprint labeling system, and has obtained the Ministry of the Interior's green building materials label and low-carbon circular building materials label to meet the SDGs and United Nations Sustainable Development goals.

        According to the Global Risks Report released by the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF), water resources are one of the biggest risks affecting the world. It is estimated that 40% of countries and regions will face water scarcity by 2030, and Asia, which accounts for half of the world's population, may have 1 billion people facing a severe water shortage crisis by 2050. on the other hand, The Financial Supervisory Commission also requires listed and OTC companies to align with the CDP Carbon Disclosure Project to assess their environmental impact. The Water Security Score is an important indicator for measuring how companies manage water resource risks, including water resource risk management, water resource use and efficiency, water pollution control, and water security goals and commitments. It also conforms to the spirit of sustainable procurement in the GPP EU Green Public Procurement.

        Considering the crucial role of water resources in the ready mixed concrete industry, the water content in one cubic meter of ready mixed concrete products is about 10%. In addition, water resources must also be used in processes such as sand and gravel stacking, loading and unloading, product mixing, and transportation vehicle washing. If water resources are insufficient, it will have a significant impact on enterprise operations. For this reason, Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Corporation has imported the ISO 46001 water resource efficiency management system and installed over 20 water monitoring devices in various factories to accurately monitor water resource usage and optimize scheduling and recycling strategies. In the first year of implementation, the wastewater from cleaning equipment and processes will be recycled and reused through sedimentation, filtration, and treatment technologies to reduce the amount of fresh water used. At the same time, in conjunction with the rainwater collection system installed in the factory area, rainwater is used for cleaning or process mixing.

        With the advent of the AI era, Ya Tung Ready Mixed Concrete Corporation will gradually improve the use of water resources more efficiently, accurately, and sustainably through AI data analysis, machine learning, and intelligent automation technology, enhance quality, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact, achieving innovation and sustainability in the ready mixed industry.

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