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Climate change and natural disasters are becoming increasingly prevalent, threatening business operations and resource allocation. To mitigate the impact of our operations and uphold our commitment to environmental protection, we take concrete actions to conserve energy and reduce our carbon footprint, promoting green building and renewable energy principles, and advocating a circular economy.

Sustainable Environment

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Climate Change Governance

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Sustainable Environment

Energy and Resource Management

To address the risks and opportunities arising from climate change, CHC Group continues to enhance the management policy for energy and resources, which includes energy saving, waste reduction, and water conservation action plans, to ensure proper energy and resource allocation as well as to improve efficiency. CHC focuses on five aspects to establish management mechanisms and action plans: environmental protection and energy saving for office buildings, green behavior within business sites, green building, engaging in renewable energy, and improving efficiency for water treatment. The Group focuses primarily on indirect emissions from purchased electricity (Scope 2) in its greenhouse gas emissions profile, making energy management a key component of its low-carbon transformation strategy. By utilizing digital tools to establish energy baselines and real-time monitoring systems, we optimize energy management and resource utilization. Furthermore, we integrate the lifecycle impacts of products into building design and operational planning, aiming to achieve dual goals of reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

CHC Group’s management strategies for energy and resources are as follows:

AspectManagement Strategy
Environmental Conservation and Energy
Efficiency in Office Buildings
  • Implementing green procurement policies, transitioning to electrification of transportation, and adopting high-efficiency equipment
  • Paperless workflows and smart monitoring and control
  • Conducting energy diagnosis and improvement
  • Implementation of an energy efficiency improvement program for rental properties
Green Initiatives at Business Locations
  • Optimizing construction engineering efficiency through the use of BIM technology
  • Implementing system formwork construction methods, optimizing construction processes and reducing material consumption
  • Optimizing the efficiency of energy resource utilization through context-specific integrated management strategies
  • Promoting the Energy Saving Site Office, implementing the Energy Management Platform, and introducing energy storage equipment to enhance energy management and achieve greater energy savings
Green Buildings and Smart Buildings
  • Modularization of equipment and room types
  • Optimization of native tree species green belts
  • Implementation of ecological methods and permeable green pavement design
  • Energy efficient in building envelope design
  • Building energy efficiency assessment
  • Product life cycle extension
  • Design of electric vehicle charging stations
  • Water-saving devices and rainwater harvesting
  • Principles of circular economy design
  • Enhancing the use of green building materials
Engagement in Renewable Energy
  • Recovery and reuse of biogas
  • Establishing solar and wind power generation systems
  • Investing in renewable energy projects
  • Increasing the use of renewable energy sources
Enhancing of Water Resource Treatment
Efficiency
  • Improving the efficiency of wastewater and Reclaimed water treatment
  • Smart meter monitoring for real-time electricity usage
  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and ISO 50001 Energy Management System Certifications
  • Improving electricity management efficiency

Raw Material Resource Management

CHC Group continues to strengthen raw material resource management, with a commitment to reducing reliance on and impact on natural resources. The strategies for managing raw material resources are as follows:

Management StrategyDescription
Statistical tracking of raw material use
  • Utilizing digital tools to manage raw material procurement, regularly tracking changes in the raw material market, and staying informed about emerging trends in building materials development, making adjustments as needed.
Application and development of a
circular economy model
  • Building upon the practical experience of implementing BS 8001 Circular Economy in the social housing project at Nangang Depot Public Housing base, developing applications for circular economy initiatives.
Research and development of new
construction methods and optimization
of operational models
  • Enhancing resource efficiency, reducing material wastage, and minimizing waste generation through innovative construction methods, operational model improvements, and service process enhancements.
Tracking and management of waste
  • All types of waste are carefully planned for reduction, sorting, reuse, and recycling measures. Waste disposal is entrusted to government-registered waste management contractors, who handle waste disposal in accordance with the law and track its subsequent flow.
Reuse of water resources
  • Regularly monitor water usage behavior and water efficiency at each operational site; deepen expertise in water treatment and continuously enhance water treatment capabilities.

In addition to the above management strategies, CHC also pays close attention to global sustainable development issues. We are committed to using green building materials at a ratio higher than the statutory requirement and prioritizing the selection of residential equipment with energy-saving and environmental protection labels, so as to create a residential space that not only is friendly to the environment but also takes into account safety and comfort. For office equipment and supplies for daily operations, environmental and social considerations are also incorporated into procurement decisions to improve the Group’s green procurement effectiveness.

Waste Management

CHC Group’s operating activities generate waste primarily consisting of construction waste, household waste, and organic sludge from wastewater treatment processes, with construction waste representing a significant portion of 56.8%. The Group is committed to reducing resource consumption at the source to minimize waste generation. We systematically classify waste and implement measures for reuse, recycling, and recovery. Additionally, we engage government-registered waste management contractors for disposal. The waste management action plans for 2023 are as follows:

Action PlanDescription
Recycling and Reuse of Scrap Materials
  • Standardizing the use of fixed-length materials for rebar processing to avoid on-site cutting operations
  • Requiring subcontractors to recycle and reuse construction scrap materials
  • Collecting and centrally managing scrap rebar materials
Improvement of Painting Techniques
and Material Selection
  • Improving traditional painting methods by adopting dry-mix and bagged materials, which facilitate better control over quantity and quality, thus reducing waste generation
Assuming Reuse of Construction
Equipment
  • Renting safety fences, scaffolding, safety supports, and construction platforms, and recycling them for reuse upon completion of construction
Increasing the Use and Proportion of
Prefabricated Components and Modular
Construction
  • Introducing new construction methods and equipment, enhancing early-stage planning to reduce waste generation
  • Using system formworks to increase the number of times templates are reused
Enhancement of Waste Management
Practices and Data Quality
  • Implementing smart scale devices to accurately record weights of household waste and recycled materials, among other relevant information
  • Waste removal and processing contractors must provide supporting documentation such as the net weight of waste materials handled
  • Implementing management measures for waste classification, recycling, and reuse, and regularly reviewing the effectiveness of waste reduction efforts
Selection and Negotiation of Waste
Management Contractors
  • Choosing qualified waste management providers equipped with efficient equipment for sorting and recycling, thereby increasing resource recovery rates in the initial processing stages to reduce the volume of waste destined for incineration or landfill
  • By conducting supplier visits and implementing regular assessment mechanisms, reviewing the effectiveness of resource recovery rates at waste management facilities

In 2023, the Group’s total waste amounted to 45,219 metric tons, with a waste intensity of 1.48 metric tons per million NTD revenue. All waste was disposed of off-site, and the movement of waste was monitored in compliance with the law in 2023. Around 47% of the total waste were collected and disposed of, with 24% being recycled.

 

Note: The 2021-2023 waste inventory boundary includes the Group’s headquarters building, CEC’s construction sites, ongoing construction projects in CDC, HDEC Corp.’s operational bases, and construction sites.

Water Resource Management

CHC Group pays close attention to changes in the water environment. When utilizing water resources, we comprehensively consider relevant policies and regulations, environmental risks, and business needs, striving for effective scheduling and reasonable allocation. Additionally, through water-saving equipment, water supply regulation, recovery and reuse of reclaimed water, and water conservation actions, we continue to improve the utilization efficiency of water resources. In order to strengthen water resource management, the Group also records the water use behavior, water consumption types, water consumption volume, and discharge volume of each operating site.

In 2023, the Group’s total water consumption was 336,694 m3, and the water intensity per million NTD revenue was 11.00 metric tons. Among the total water consumption, about 72% was used for construction purposes, and 23% was used for water resource treatment. The total water consumption and water intensity increased compared to the previous year, primarily due to the addition of more construction projects and an expansion of manpower, resulting in higher consumption for both domestic and construction purposes. However, operational water usage decreased by 14.3% compared to the previous year.

 

Note: The 2021-2023 water resource inventory boundary includes the Group’s headquarters building, CEC’s construction sites, HDEC Corp.’s operational bases, and construction sites.

On the other hand, CHC Group implements water resource recycling and reuse. Reclaimed water is primarily used for operational equipment use and cleaning, inflow water for reclaimed water treatment, water for wastewater treatment pools, environmental cleaning, dust suppression in construction projects, wetland replenishment, and roadside tree irrigation, among other purposes. In addition to reducing the Group’s own water consumption, reclaimed water is also provided to external units for purposes such as street cleaning or watering trees. In 2023, all water resource centers of the Group achieved their targets for reclaimed water reuse, totaling 62,095,941 metric tons of reclaimed water. This represents a growth of approximately 55% compared to the previous year. The reclaimed water rate reached 54%, effectively enhancing water resource utilization efficiency.

Climate Change Governance

Climate Risk Management

In the face of the impacts of climate change and extreme weather, CHC Group incorporates the framework of Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) into its continuous efforts to monitor and manage climate-related risks through four processes: identifying, assessing, verifying, and executing. The Group establishes a list of climate risks, formulates relevant management action plans, and draws up key indicators for measuring and managing climate-related risks and opportunities.

Cross-departmental workshops at all levels are held by CHC Group every year to not only investigate and analyze climate-related risks and opportunities, but also identify the impacts and time horizons of climate risks on the operations, strategies, and finances of CHC and its business sectors, including the level of impact, degree of vulnerability, and likelihood of occurrence. Taking into consideration other factors such as the business development strategies of the Group and the financial impacts on each business sector, a risk matrix is established as a basis for determining the priority of each risk and opportunity and for formulating response strategies and follow-up management action plans.

Based on the identification and assessment results in 2023, climate-related risks have more significant impacts on the Group in the short term (within 5 years) and medium term (5-10 years), including 5 transition risks and 1 physical risk. For major climate risks, CHC actively develops risk management action strategies for each business sector in terms of business strategies, business models, and contract mechanisms. Meanwhile, CHC also establishes relevant indicators and goals to strengthen the integration of climate issues and operational strategies to ensure effective control of climate-related risks.

2023 Climate Risk Assessment Matrix

2023 Climate-related risks and opportunities, financial impact, and management strategy

TypeClimate-Related RisksFinancial ImpactManagement Strategy Opportunities
Transition RisksIncrease in costs of raw materials
  • Increase in operating costs

  • Improve research and advance planning related
    to raw material procurement, enhance raw
    material identification, management, and
    contingency plans, as well as optimize
    procurement and business strategies

  • Value engineering

Increase in costs arising from
GHG emissions


Costs and expenses for low
carbon technology
transformation


  • Increase in operating expenses
  • Increase in capital expenditures

  • Step up efforts to integrate technology into
    construction operations and develop digital
    tools, adjust product design and service
    models, as well as increase energy and
    resource utilization efficiency

  • Continue to develop products and service
    solutions in compliance with the principles of
    circular economy

  • Carry out R&D of innovative technologies and
    construction methods

  • Strengthen industry-government-academia
    collaboration to share technology, knowledge,
    and best practices

  • Value engineering
  • Workforce evolution

  • Increased use of
    reclaimed water and
    renewable energy

  • Development of new
    sustainable services and
    products

Enhancement of GHG emission
reporting obligations

  • Increase in operating expenses

  • Continue to carry out GHG inventories
    according to ISO 14064-1 and regularly
    disclose information on GHG emissions

  • Increase in stakeholders'
    positive feedback and
    recognition

  • Strengthen monitoring of
    climate and energy risks
    and enhance operational
    resilience

Concerns and negative feedback
from stakeholders

  • Decrease in operating revenues
  • Increase in costs of capital

  • Continue to integrate ESG issues into decision-
    making processes and business models to
    create sustainable value

  • Regularly disclose ESG management efforts
    and results, as well as reinforce communication
    and interaction with stakeholders on an
    ongoing basis

  • Enhance brand value and
    elevate company
    reputation

  • Increase stakeholders'
    positive feedback and
    recognition

  • Expansion of corporate
    influence
Physical RiskRising average temperatures
  • Decrease in operating revenues
  • Increase in operating costs
  • Increase in operating expenses

  • Continue to improve and implement heat
    hazard prevention measures and equipment
    investment, as well as enhance heat hazard
    awareness and response training among
    employees

  • Step up assessments of climate trends in CHC's
    operating locations and refine resource
    allocation and response planning

  • Bolster research on emerging building
    materials, as well as enhance performance
    verification and assessment

  • Design and construction
    of green buildings

  • Construction of resilient
    infrastructure

  • Increase use of reclaimed
    water and renewable
    energy

2023 Climate Risk Related Key Indicators

The key indicators utilized by the Group to measure and manage climate-related risks and opportunities are listed below. For the short- to medium-term goals of these key indicators and their implementation status in 2023, please refer to chapters 1.3 Stakeholder Communication and Materiality Analysis and the corresponding chapters in the sustainability report.

IndicatorItems

Sustainability
Report Chapters

Design and Delivery of Sustainable
Products and Service

  • Green Building Design and Construction
  • Smart Building Design and Construction
  • Reclaimed Water Supply
  • Circular Economy

Chapter 3
Chapter 5

Construction Technologies and
Methods

  • Design and Construction Applications of BIM
  • Implementation of System Formwork
  • Circular Economy
  • Modular MEP
Material Selection and Use
  • Green Building Materials Usage
  • Green Procurement
Energy and Renewable Energy

  • Establishment, Monitoring, and Improvement of Energy
    Usage Benchmarks

  • Planning, Design, and Performance Verification of the Energy
    Saving Site Office

  • Introduction to Energy Management Systems and Tools
  • Production and Utilization of Renewable Energy
Chapter 5
Waste
  • Waste reduction, classification, recycling, and reuse
  • Circular economy
  • Implementation of formwork system
Greenhouse Gas Management

  • Implementation of the ISO 14064-1 Greenhouse Gas Inventory
    standard

  • Generation and utilization rate of renewable energy
  • Improvement of energy utilization efficiency

Water Resource Recovery and
Reuse

  • Recovery and reuse of reclaimed water
  • Recovery rate of reclaimed water systems
Stakeholder Communication
  • Promotion of communication and exchange with stakeholders
Chapter 1

Greenhouse Gas Management

For corporate risks caused by global warming, CHC Group has taken prompt actions to incorporate climate issues into its formulation of strategies and decision-making in management in all aspects. Short, medium, and long term action plans and goals to manage greenhouse gas emissions are also established according to the industrial characteristics and business models of each business entity, including but not limited to: establishing a quantification mechanism for greenhouse gas emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy, improving the efficiency of energy management, etc. Furthermore, the Group also conducts evaluations on the development of renewable energy-related businesses.

In order to track the Group’s greenhouse gas emissions, the phased implementation of ISO 14064-1:2018 greenhouse gas inventory standards began in 2021. This move is aimed at eventually extending the scope to include consolidated financial reporting company boundaries. As of the end of 2023, CHC (standalone), CCLC (standalone), and major operational sites completed greenhouse gas inventories. CHC (standalone) and Linhai Water Resource Center obtained greenhouse gas verification statements for 2022 from Bureau Veritas Certification (BV) and SGS Taiwan Ltd., respectively. CHC (standalone) and CCLC (standalone) successfully completed the greenhouse gas emissions verification for 2023 conducted by Bureau Veritas Certification (BV) on April 3, 2024.

CHC will continue to enhance its greenhouse gas emission management approaches and strengthen the carbon reduction policies and action plans of its business entities, in an effort to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change as well as to achieve the goal of low carbon operations.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Aiming at proactively reducing greenhouse gas emissions, CHC Group regularly reviews the usage of various energy sources and the emission of greenhouse gases in order to have in-depth knowledge of the overall emission trends and energy efficiency and use them as a basis for the management of greenhouse gas emissions and development of action plans.

In 2023, the Group’s total Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions were 52,497.96 metric tons of CO2e, and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions were 18,335.12 metric tons of CO2e. The total greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 amounted to 1.72 metric tons of CO2e per million dollars of revenue.

 

Note:

  1. Please refer to Page 116-117 of the 2023 Sustainability Report for detailed information on the determination of the inventory boundary and calculation in each scope for each year.
  2. Scope 3 emissions were assessed according to the ISO 14064-1:2018 standard. The quantification includes the emissions from the following types: (1) upstream emissions from purchased energy, (2) waste treatment services, (3) electricity usage of downstream leased assets, (4) employee business travel, and (5) emissions from bulk material procurement.

Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Actions

The main greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies formulated by CHC Group are as follows:

  • Implementing the ISO 50001 Energy Management System in operational sites to establish an energy baseline and conduct energy-saving control and management
  • Optimizing energy efficiency by regularly analyzing equipment energy consumption and replacing inefficient, high-energy-consuming equipment
  • Implementing green procurement practices by prioritizing equipment models with advanced energy-saving specifications and low-carbon recycled materials
  • Promoting biogas recovery and reuse, while continuously planning the adoption of wind and solar power generation equipment to reduce reliance on fossil fuels
  • During the architectural design phase, focusing on enhancing energy efficiency during the operational stage of buildings by incorporating energy-saving design considerations such as green building envelopes, lighting, and equipment
  • Creating safe, healthy, comfortable, efficient, environmentally friendly, and low-impact living spaces throughout each stage of the building lifecycle, using methods that conserve energy, minimize resource use, and reduce waste. This approach aims to achieve symbiosis and sustainable development among people, buildings, and the environment
  • Enhancing technology integration in construction and developing digital tools, while adjusting product designs and service models, to improve resource utilization efficiency
  • Developing products and service solutions that adhere to the principles of the circular economy
  • Research and development of innovative technologies and methods
  • Transitioning towards electrification of transportation

In 2023, the quantifiable greenhouse gas emission reduction achieved by the Group amounted to 1,046.86 metric tons of CO2e, showing a growth of 32.6% compared to the previous year’s 789.32 metric tons of CO2e. The most significant energy-saving effect was attributed to biogas recovery and reuse, followed by the solar power generation system. In the future, the Group will continue to promote the installation and use of renewable energy systems, monitor various types of energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, refine carbon management strategies, and drive greenhouse gas reduction initiatives.

Environmental Education

With the expertise in environmental engineering and water treatment, CHC Group provides comprehensive water resource services, such as reclaimed water treatment and wastewater treatment, and is committed to the sustainable development of water resources and environmental protection in Taiwan through its water resource centers. Meanwhile, the Group proactively encourages collaboration between industry, government, and academia as well as promotes the cultivation of professional talents through exchanges of experience in engineering and technology demonstrations. Furthermore, the Group also organizes related experiential activities, public information campaigns, educational courses, and water resource center tours on a regular basis to raise public awareness of the importance of water resources.

In 2023, a total of 143 environmental education activities were conducted, serving a total of 4,308 participants, which represents a significant increase of 136% compared to the previous year. Since 2019, these initiatives have reached a cumulative total of 15,476 individuals.

 

Water Resource (Recycle) Center

The Group currently operates five water resource (recycle) centers, which serve the following areas:

Tamsui Water Resource Recycle Center

The Tamsui Water Resource Recycle Center processes 56,000 tons of domestic wastewater daily, serving the Tamsui Urban Planning Division, Tamsui (Zhuwei) Urban Planning Division, and Danhai New Town Specific Urban Planning Division, with a total of 94,684 households. The center is well-known for persisting in disposing treated water of quality that is higher than the legal effluent standard into Linzi River to ensure a satisfying living environment and a riverside park for the public.

The Tamsui Water Resource Center is awarded with the Green Building Silver Label for its main building and also meets other requirements of green building indicators such as base water retention, energy conservation, carbon reduction, waste reduction, etc. Adhering to the core values of “Living with the Environment” and “Integration with Nature”, the center continues to organize courses and activities related to water resources and environmental education. Having acquired the Environmental Education Facility Certification in July 2021, the center is an institution that integrates sustainable use of water resources and education. In 2023, the Water Resource Center continued to actively promote environmental sustainability awareness through a variety of activities, including environmental education-themed tours, sewer promotion activities, tours of the center’s green buildings and wastewater treatment facility.

Anping Water Resource Center

The Anping Water Resource Center is designed with a daily capacity of 160 thousand tons of wastewater treatment. Currently, an average of 125 thousand tons of domestic wastewater is properly treated every day and discharged into Anping Bay. It serves Anping District, West Central District, North, and parts of South and East District in Tainan City, totaling 127,489 households. Moreover, it has successfully achieved the second phase reclaimed water supply target ahead of schedule, providing 37,500 tons of reclaimed water per day to the Southern Taiwan Science Park. This stabilizes the water source for Tainan’s high-tech industries and helps alleviate the water supply pressure in the Tainan area.

The Anping Water Resources Center has obtained certifications for the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and the ISO 50001 Energy Management System. The architectural structure of the reclaimed water plant has been awarded both the Smart Building Candidate Certificate and the Green Building Candidate Certificate. The exterior design is themed around water and features a metallic facade, creating a sense of technological advancement for the water plant. The surrounding mangrove conservation landscape is also integrated into the design. Diverse facilities and green beautification landscapes have been established, and an environmental education center is currently being prepared. In 2023, the Center has started planning for the certification of environmental education facilities. In conjunction with the construction progress of the Environmental Education Center, the Center was gradually implementing the design and planning of environmental education courses and guided tour activities. Through active participation in community service, the center are committed to creating a positive social impact.

Ciaotou Water Resource Recycle Center

The Ciaotou Water Resource Recycle Center, formerly the Gangshan Ciaotou Wastewater Treatment Plant, currently has a processing capacity of 20,000 tons per day. It serves the catchment areas of Gangshan District and Ciaotou District in Kaohsiung City, treating municipal wastewater from households through its wastewater treatment system. In response to the severe water shortage crisis in southern Taiwan and the future water demand for high-tech industries, the Ciaotou Wastewater Reclamation Plant BTO project was initiated in 2023. Upon completion by the end of 2025, the wastewater treatment capacity will be increased from 20,000 tons to 50,000 tons, enabling the provision of 30,000 tons of reclaimed water daily to the TSMC Nanzih Plant. This will greatly alleviate water pressure and supply burden in the Greater Kaohsiung area.

The Ciaotou Water Resources Recycle Center opened for visitation starting in the third quarter of 2023. The activities primarily involved touring the wastewater treatment process and presenting the planning and vision of the reclaimed water plant. The center will continue to develop related programs, upholding its commitment to promoting water resource environmental education and working towards becoming a certified environmental education facility in the future.

Fengshan Water Resource Center

The Fengshan Water Resource Center is one of the six wastewater treatment demonstration plants in the country. It processes an average of 109,600 tons of wastewater per day, with a maximum capacity of 130,000 tons. It provides wastewater treatment services to a total of 105,740 households in the Fengshan, Daliao, and Niaosong Districts of Kaohsiung City, ensuring that the residents can enjoy a clean, odor-free Fengshan River waterfront. The Fengshan Water Resource Center is the first wastewater recycling BTO project to be operational. It provides 45,000 tons of reclaimed water to the Linhai Industrial Park every day, significantly improving the reliability and flexibility of water resource allocation.

The Fengshan Water Resource Center is the first environmental education park in Taiwan with the theme of water resource circulation. Its landscape is surrounded by wetlands and river corridors, which creates a space where water resources, environment, and ecology can flourish together. The resource center has also received the Environmental Education Facility Certification in 2020. The Water Science and Technology Education Hall has been established in the park and is integrated with digital technology where entertaining and interactive activities are held to explain the impact of geographical environment and climate on the distribution and utilization of water resources in Taiwan, so as to raise public awareness of water conservation. Fengshan Water Resource Center continued to promote sustainable education activities in 2023. It not only established an environmental education partnership alliance with nine representative environmental education sites in the Kaohsiung area, but also participated in the Kaohsiung Smart City Summit and Expo, as well as the 9th IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition, to showcase advanced technologies and intelligent management in water treatment.

Linhai Water Resource Center

The Linhai Water Resource Center is Taiwan’s first demonstration project for the simultaneous construction of both a wastewater treatment plant and a reclaimed water treatment plant. It is also the second Build-Transfer-Operate (BTO) project for public wastewater treatment and reuse in Kaohsiung City. The plant processes wastewater from the main sewer line on Kaixuan 4th Road in the Qianzhen District of Kaohsiung, thereby sharing the processing capacity of the Sewage Zone. The Center has the capacity to process 55,000 tons of wastewater per day, producing 33,000 tons of reclaimed water for the Linhai Industrial Park. This guarantees a reliable and cost-effective water supply for industrial purposes. Moreover, the center includes detention ponds and functions as an environmental education facility. It was recognized with the National Sustainable Development Award in 2022 and received the Excellent Award for the 22nd Golden Thumb Awards For PPP in 2023.

In 2023, the Linhai Water Resources Center actively participated in sustainable education activities, representing a prominent case of diversified water resource development in Kaohsiung City. They set up booths on the plaza outside the National Science and Technology Museum on Earth Day to promote environmental education. They also participated in the Kaohsiung Smart City Summit and Expo and the IWA-ASPIRE Conference and Exhibition, where they showcased water resource treatment technologies and smart management systems, and established an environmental education partnership alliance with nine representative environmental education sites in the Kaohsiung area. In October 2023, the Center received certification as an environmental education facility. It features interactive experiential facilities on renewable energy, the current state of water resources in Taiwan, wastewater treatment processes, physical model displays, and water cycle exhibits. Additionally, it offers environmental education programs and activities for school-age children and the general public, including static, dynamic, virtual interactive, and hands-on courses.