Getac Holdings Corporation

Getac, with the goal of "Care for the Environment, Embrace Sustainability," has established an environmental policy that mandates all operational sites to strictly adhere to local environmental regulations. The company advocates for the conservation of Earth’s resources, product recycling and reuse, enhancing energy efficiency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and prohibiting the use of harmful substances to minimize environmental impact. The Environmental Policy of Getac Holdings and its subsidiaries is as below: 
 

• Compliance with Laws and Regulations, Prevention of Risks：Actively pay attention to global climate change trends, assess related risks and opportunities, conduct management and prevention in advance to grasp the development of laws and regulations, and ensure that operations comply with domestic and foreign environmental laws and regulations, such as EU RoHS, WEEE, and REACH; uphold the principle of clean production and strictly implement product and environmental management, build a green product platform and organize green supply chain management to meet customer requirements.
• Energy-saving, Carbon-reduction, Circular Innovation：In response to the carbon reduction action of controlling the global warming within 1.5 degrees Celsius, formulate energy resource reduction (water, energy, carbon emissions, waste) policies and goals, invest resources to implement effective energy and water conservation, and maximize the efficiency of energy resource use; reduce carbon emissions through green manufacturing processes and innovative technologies; continue to improve waste and pollution management performance, reduce emissions and waste in every production link, to achieve the goal of sustainable development and resource recycling/reuse.
• Green Products, Environmentally Friendly：Advance the environmental protection design of products, restrict the use of toxic and hazardous substances, and select environmentally friendly materials, such as plastic cases that comply with EU RoHS and are free of brominated flame resisting agents. The energy consumption design of the product conforms to the requirements of international energy labels, such as Energy Star, and achieves lightweight packaging, minimized material types, and optimized volume. Under the premise of meeting customer requirements, encourage the use of recycled raw materials and environmentally friendly materials, and reduce the use of packaging materials to reduce environmental impact.
• Information Transparency, Communication Initiative：Establish communication and consultation channels, disclose information related to environment, and communicate environmental policies with stakeholders. Proactively advocate and publicize sustainable issues, raise the environmental awareness of stakeholders, and leverage corporate influence to jointly promote environmental protection.
• Continuous Improvement, Effective Management：Establish the environmental goal regular review through the Environmental Management System, and continuously improve environmental management performance through appropriate publicity and training, implementation in daily management—in addition to deepening all employees’ awareness and responsibility for environmental protection—and actively cooperate with customers and suppliers to jointly establish a green and sustainable supply chain.

Getac integrates the concept of green products into the lifecycle of our products. This includes sourcing raw materials, research and development, manufacturing, distribution, consumer use, and recycling after product end-of-life, aiming to maximize resource reuse through thoughtful design. We implement measures such as waste reduction, reuse, material recycling, and energy recovery to minimize environmental impact.

Our research and development team harnesses technology to fulfill our commitment to protecting the planet. This includes developing low-energy consumption products for energy efficiency and gradually increasing the use of PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) materials in plastic casings, thereby reducing the use of virgin materials and advancing towards a circular economy.
 

To ensure that our products comply with the environmental directives of the countries in which they are sold, Getac Holdings key subsidiaries have established environmental material regulations, regularly tracking domestic and international environmental regulations and updating restrictions on hazardous substances. Subsidiaries such as Getac Technology, Atemitech Corp., Getac Kunshan ensure that 100% of their products comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS), the EU's Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) regulations.

MPT Kunshan, MPT Suzhou, and MPT Vietnam engage in plastic injection molding processes, ensuring that 100% of their products comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) for electronic and electrical equipment. All molded products have passed UL QMMY2 certification, and assembled products have also passed UL VZQC2 certification. For the EMI process, MPT Suzhou has 17 projects that have passed UL QMRX2 certification, while MPT Vietnam has 6 certified projects.

Getac Kunshan, MPT Kunshan, and MPT Suzhou have also obtained the IECQ/QC080000 certification for the process management system of hazardous substances in electronic and electrical parts and products. They adhere to the management regulations of REACH (including Annex 17 and SVHC), RoHS, and other hazardous substances to prevent the materials, components, or products containing hazardous substances from entering and being used by the company, thereby impacting the ecological environment. For qualified incoming material suppliers, the quality control unit conducts random inspections of incoming materials. In 2023, all incoming material inspections passed, and no materials containing hazardous substances were detected.
 

Subsidiary Getac Technology engages in proprietary brand products, ensuring product safety according to the safety regulations of the shipping regions, Atemitech Corp. engages in OEM manufacturing, strictly following customer specifications to meet environmental and safety standards in the destination countries. In 2023, all electronic products from Getac Technology and Atemitech Corp. have passed international safety standard certifications, complying with safety, wireless radio frequency, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and other regulatory requirements in the shipping countries. These include FCC and UL in the United States, CE in the European Union, UKCA in the United Kingdom, and BSMI in Taiwan. Products are labeled with relevant certification information regarding safety, environmental protection, energy efficiency, and communication requirements as mandated by regional regulations. No penalties were incurred in 2023 for violations related to product and service information labeling regulations.

Additionally Getac Technology produces rugged computers that meet specific safety requirements for industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and petroleum. Some models are voluntarily certified to high safety standards, such as ATEX in Europe and IECEx Zone2/22 internationally, as well as ANSI UL121201 Class I/Division 2 in the United States. These certifications ensure intrinsic safety design to protect employees in hazardous work environments.


 

Getac integrates the concept of green products into the lifecycle of our products. This includes sourcing raw materials, research and development, manufacturing, distribution, consumer use, and recycling after product end-of-life, aiming to maximize resource reuse through thoughtful design. We implement measures such as waste reduction, reuse, material recycling, and energy recovery to minimize environmental impact.

Our research and development team harnesses technology to fulfill our commitment to protecting the planet. This includes developing low-energy consumption products for energy efficiency and gradually increasing the use of PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) materials in plastic casings, thereby reducing the use of virgin materials and advancing towards a circular economy.

 

Circular economy is a sustainable economic model that minimizes waste and extends the lifespan of resources. The R&D team of Getac Plastic Business Group, has been dedicated to developing Glite recycled materials, which have now entered commercial production after rigorous testing.

Glite utilizes at least 40% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic materials as the base, promoting the development of a circular economy. The PCR materials, which are derived from used plastic waste, are transformed into high-quality, sustainable plastic raw materials that can be reused in production. The PC-based PCR materials not only have halogen-free flame retardant properties, but also exhibit high fluidity and an aesthetically pleasing appearance after molding.

Reusing these PCR materials not only reduces the demand for new plastic raw materials, but also mitigates the environmental impact of landfilling and incineration. Furthermore, the development of PCR plastic materials can lower production costs, enhance a company's competitiveness, and provide consumers with more eco-friendly product choices.


 

Getac Holdings' subsidiaries have developed packaging recycling plans based on sales models and delivery locations. Addressing challenges with the recycling of outsourced cardboard boxes for export products, subsidiary Getac Technology has initiated a plan to reduce box sizes (see table on the right), introducing three standard sizes applicable to multiple product models. The new packaging dimensions decrease by 11% to 177% compared to older packaging. With smaller dimensions, the new boxes allow for increased stacking of computers on standard pallets. For instance, after implementing the new packaging for the A140 model, the pallet stacking capacity increased from 40 computers (with the original size box) to 90 computers, significantly enhancing transportation efficiency and cost-effectiveness.


 

In recent years, frequent energy shortages and rising electricity costs have made the ability to balance computational performance and energy efficiency a key competitive capability for electronic products. As a subsidiary, Getac Technology Corporation (GTC), a leading global manufacturer of rugged computers, produces products widely adopted by government agencies and major international enterprises. The rugged computer solutions sold by Getac not only provide exceptional durability but also feature high-performance battery life. Their energy-efficient designs comply with the latest international energy-saving standards and regulations, such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star 8.0, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and the California Energy Commission (CEC) energy efficiency standards. These products have been tested and certified by third-party laboratories to ensure low-energy consumption specifications, allowing users to save a significant amount of unnecessary energy loss.

In 2023, Getac Technology had a total of 14 rugged computers and tablets certified to the U.S. Energy Star 8.0 standard. Sales of laptops and tablets to the U.S. accounted for 30.16% and 15.60% of total revenue, respectively, totaling 45.76%. Given that the same product designs are sold to regions outside the U.S., Getac Technology's Energy Star 8.0-compliant products account for 79.34% of global sales revenue.

Getac Technology Corporation's products, certified by the U.S. Energy Star program, have demonstrated superior energy-saving and carbon reduction performance. Actual laboratory tests show that the energy consumption values of these products are consistently below the standard values required by the certification. By multiplying the annual energy savings per model by the number of units sold in 2023, it is estimated that the global sales of Getac's rugged computers could save the planet 1,658.36 thousand kWh annually. This is equivalent to 821 metric tons of CO2 emissions.This exceptional performance underscores Getac's commitment to energy-efficient design and its significant impact on reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions.

At Getac, we aim to maximize the efficiency of every drop of water used. In 2023, Getac Holdings (consolidated) utilized a total water withdrawal of 583.760 million liters, a decrease of 25.5% compared to 2021(baseline year). In water resource management, Getac emphasizes increasing process water recycling rates to ensure infrastructure maintenance and inspections, while also enhancing daily water conservation initiatives. Water intensity has shown a continuous decline from 2019 to 2022, indicating improved water efficiency per unit of revenue generated. In 2023, water intensity was 0.523 million liters per million USD, a decrease of 28.3% from 2021(baseline year), demonstrating ongoing efforts to further reduce water intensity. Detailed information on Getac Holdings' (consolidated) water withdrawal and consumption over the past three years, please refer to the water usage data of each subsidiary for detailed information.


 

To reduce the environmental impact of waste and promote sustainable resource utilization, Getac's waste management adheres to local regulations and is guided by internal Waste Management Procedures. The waste disposal process includes tracking and managing document records such as types, quantities, and processing facilities. Training is provided to relevant personnel to ensure understanding of waste disposal risks and management practices.

In 2023, the total waste amounted to 6,326.36 metric tons, reflecting a 7.59% increase compared to the baseline year of 2021. The waste intensity was 5.66 metric tons per million USD of revenue, showing a 3.48% increase from the baseline year. Despite continuous revenue growth, efforts to reduce waste yielded limited results. However, improvements were made in waste management and recycling: 11.56% of waste was directly disposed of, while 88.44% was managed through recycling and disposal transfers, a significant improvement from 59.8% in 2022. All waste in 2023 was managed off-site. For detailed waste management information by subsidiary, please refer to the waste management data of each subsidiary for detailed information.