Guangdong Aurora Solar Technology Co., Ltd

CSR Public Disclosure

1. Mission and Core Philosophy 

Guangdong Aurora Solar Technology Co., Ltd. (Aurora Solar) regards caring for the Earth and future generations as a fundamental pillar of its corporate social responsibility. Since 2020-09-21, in addition to advancing our ongoing plans and projects, we have integrated the company’s resources with our employees’ compassion and wisdom to collaborate, radiate warmth, and extend care.

2. Social Impact Funding and Strategic Focus 

Aurora Solar’s social impact funding aligns with our strategic emphasis on education and support for local community needs. Strategic giving includes cash and in-kind charitable contributions, as well as other investments such as programs that empower employee giving and service, and the adoption of solar energy to create positive impact. We also collaborate with other organizations, leveraging additional giving and resources to scale our initiatives.

3. Collaboration with External Partners 

We collaborate with other organizations to amplify social impact, leveraging additional giving and resources to scale our initiatives further. 

4. Global Initiatives and Green Commitments 

Recently, as one of the world’s early solar-energy companies, Aurora Solar joined the RE100 and EP100 green initiatives. These global campaigns are led by The Climate Group, an international non-profit organization that partners with influential business networks and governments to scale innovative solutions.

• RE100 Initiative: The RE100 brings together the world’s most influential companies committed to 100% renewable power, such as Apple, Google, Facebook, IKEA, Coca-Cola, and more. To reach this global climate goal and drive a low-carbon economy, each company commits to sourcing 100% of the electricity used across their global operations from renewable sources.

• EP100 Initiative: The EP100 brings together a growing group of energy-smart companies committed to doing more with less, focusing on energy efficiency and reduced energy intensity.

5. Vision, Goals and Public Declaration 

Vision

• To become a globally leading solar energy application and innovation company, advancing renewable energy adoption and an eco-friendly society.

Goals (2025–2030)

• Achieve 100% renewable electricity for global operations (both direct and indirect electricity consumption).

• Increase education investments with the aim of reaching a defined number of beneficiaries through education programs (to be specified with internal baselines).

• Complete a targeted number of community initiatives and establish a network of community partnerships to sustain a healthy ecosystem.

• Implement an internal employee volunteer program with annual volunteer hours reaching a defined target (to be specified).

• Reduce annual carbon intensity and advance energy efficiency upgrades across facilities (with measurable baselines).

Transparent Reporting

• Annually disclose key indicators related to social impact, carbon reductions, education and community investments, and other metrics in a public report.

Governance and Compliance

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, ensuring transparency, fairness, and traceability of donations, volunteer activities, andcollaborations.

6. Public Engagement and channels 

• Public release channels: official website, annual report, press releases, social media, and industry events.

• Communication languages: bilingual English and Chinese to ensure consistency across global channels.

ESG Framework Alignment 

• Governance: governance structure for CSR/ESG oversight, policies for donations and partnerships, risk management related to social programs.

• Environmental: renewable energy sourcing, energy efficiency measures, greenhouse gas accounting, and carbon intensity metrics.

• Social: education programs, community investments, employee volunteering, stakeholder engagement, and local employment impacts.