CONTENTS
Innovation-Driven: Leading High-Quality Industry Development
About This Report 02 Innovation-Driven 33
Promote Industry Development 43
Chairman's Message 03 Supply Chain Security 46
About ETEK 05 Safety and Quality of Products and Services 49 Data Security and Privacy Protection 57
Adherence to Sustainable Development Management 15
Appendices 93 Green Transformation: Creating a New Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Pattern
Climate Change Tackling 61
Environmental Compliance Management 67
Governance Innovation:Laying a Strong Foundation for Sustainable Development Green Office 69
Corporate Governance 21 Waste and Pollutant Management 71
Compliance Management 25 Energy and Water Resource Usage 73
Honest Operation 28
People-Centered Coexistence: Shaping the Future Together with Employees
Protection of Employee Rights and Interests 77
Career Development and Training 82
Occupational Health and Safety 87
Social Contribution and Rural Revitalization 90About This Report
This Report is the second Environmental Social and Corporate Governance ("ESG") report released by Wuxi ETEK
Microelectronics Co. Ltd. (Stock Code: 688601) aiming to comprehensively present the Company's efforts and
achievements in ESG in 2024 to our stakeholders so that they can better understand the Company's sustainable
development philosophy measures and performance.Basis of Preparation Data Description
This Report follows the Guidelines No. 14 of
The qualitative and quantitative information used
Shanghai Stock Exchange for Self-regulation of
in this Report comes from the Company’s actual
Listed Companies - Sustainability Report (Trial)
operational raw data annual financial data internal
issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange and refers
relevant statistical reports approval documents from
to the Sustainability Report Preparation Standards
relevant regulatory authorities etc. Specifically the
(GRI Standards) published by the Global Reporting
financial data cited in this Report comes from the
Initiative (GRI) the reporting framework of the Task
financial statements in the 2024 Annual Report
Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures
which have been independently audited by an
(TCFD) the UN Sustainable Development Goals
accounting firm and received an unqualified audit
(UN SDGs) for 2030 the China’s Corporate Social
opinion. Unless otherwise specified the monetary
Responsibility Reporting Guidelines (CASS-ESG 6.0)
unit in this Report shall be RMB.issued by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
and the SJ/T 16000-2016 Guidance on Social Reliability Assurance
Responsibility of Information and Communication
In line with the principles of accuracy comparability
Technology Industry.substance and verifiability this Report objectively
truthfully and completely discloses information
Reporting Period
without any false records misleading statements or
This Report covers the reporting period from significant omissions. This Report has been reviewed
January 1 2024 to December 31 2024 (the and approved by the Board of Directors that is
"Reporting Period") with portions of this Report responsible for the authenticity accuracy and
extending moderately into previous and future years. completeness of the content.This Report is released on an annual basis.Access to the Report
Scope of The Report
This Report is published in both simplified Chinese
The scope of this Report includes Wuxi ETEK and English. In case of any discrepancy between the
Microelectronics Co. Ltd. and its holding companies. two versions the simplified Chinese version shall
Unless otherwise specified the scope of this report is prevail. You can access and download this Report
consistent with the Company's annual report. from the official website of the Company at https://
www.etek.com.cn/ and that of the Shanghai Stock
Notes on Appellations Exchange at http://www.sse.com.cn/.Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd. is referred to as
the "Company" "we/our/us" or "ETEK" in this Report.
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Chairman's Message
Dear stakeholders
Time flies and ETEK has once again walked through a year full of challenges and opportunities hand in hand with everyone. Amidst the global wave of transformation and challenges in the
semiconductor industry we have always adhered to the business philosophy of "Based on Honesty Customer First Value Sharing." Thanks to the hard work of all our employees the strong support of
our partners and the care of all sectors of society ETEK demonstrated outstanding resilience and innovative vitality in 2024. Looking back at the past year the Company achieved remarkable results in
areas such as technological breakthroughs market expansion ESG practices and social responsibility laying an even stronger foundation for the sustainable development of the Company in the future.In 2024 ETEK continued to progress steadily in the field of analog integrated circuits adhering to the concept of "Chip Makes Power". Not only did we further solidify our leading position in power
management chips within the consumer electronics market but we also actively expanded into diverse business areas such as home appliances industrial applications automotive electronics and
network communications. Through continuous technological innovation we have injected a steady stream of new energy into industrial development.Uphold integrity and advance normative governance Boost green empowerment and practice social responsibility
Corporate governance is the cornerstone of a company’s steady development and is also the core pillar of ESG As a high-tech enterprise ETEK actively practices the concept of green development deeply integrating
principles. In 2024 ETEK continued to optimize its corporate governance structure and internal control system environmental friendliness with product innovation and is committed to providing energy-saving and
ensuring standardized and transparent operations. The Board of Directors reviewed and approved numerous environmentally friendly chips and solutions to customers. The Company continues to strengthen environmental
proposals throughout the year ensuring transparent and compliant decision-making. We have formulated the management upgrade its green product R&D system and promote the application of the next generation of
Working Rules for the Board of Directors Strategy and ESG Committee incorporating ESG governance into the low-power consumption chips in fields such as new energy vehicles and smart homes working with customers
Company’s development strategy. We attach great importance to the authenticity accuracy and timeliness of to contribute more to reducing carbon emissions. Our "High-Performance Power and Driver IC" project
information disclosure enabling shareholders and investors to gain immediate insight into the Company’s operational successfully concluded not only effectively improving resource utilization efficiency but also demonstrating
status and strategic direction. At the same time we continue to strengthen risk management awareness strictly ETEK’s firm commitment to the path of "green empowerment."
controlling supplier quality and compliance standards and working together with our partners to build a healthy and
Adhere to the people-centered principle and give back to society
transparent business environment.Employees are the "core" engine of a company’s development. In 2024 we continuously improved our
Pursue innovation-driven development and strengthen core momentum occupational health and safety system created a better work environment for employees and further
stimulated the creativity and potential of our R&D team. We actively explore diverse talent development paths.In the rapidly evolving semiconductor field innovation has always been the intrinsic driving force propelling ETEK
Despite the fluctuating industry landscape we have maintained a stable recruitment scale for fresh graduates
forward. In 2024 we adhered to a market-oriented approach continuously increasing our R&D investment. Our
attracting over a hundred professional talents to the semiconductor industry. At the same time the Company
independent innovation capability has steadily improved and we have achieved significant results in new product
actively participates in social welfare continuously focusing on educational equity and social responsibility.development. The Company’s R&D expenses amounted to RMB140 million a 30.63% increase compared to the
Through the "ETEK Award Fund" we help students fulfill their dreams and put our commitment to social
previous year. The Company launched a series of new products with significantly improved performance which
contribution into practice striving to give back to the care and support of all sectors of society.not only enriched the Company’s product line but also injected new momentum into revenue growth significantly
enhancing the Company’s competitiveness in the semiconductor industry. At the same time we actively engaged
in industry-academia-research collaboration deepening partnerships with universities such as
Southeast University and Jiangnan University. We successfully developed low-consumption
power IC contributing to energy efficiency improvements in the industrial automation sector
and promoting industry-wide collaborative innovation.Standing at a new starting point ETEK will continue to adhere to the core philosophy of "Quality First Service As the Foundation" taking higher positions stricter standards and more practical measures Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd.to continuously deepen our efforts in the field of sustainable development. We will comprehensively integrate ESG principles into the Company’s strategic planning product R&D production operations
and market expansion promoting the deep integration of economic development with environmental protection social responsibility and corporate governance. In doing so we will fulfill our corporate Yuan Minmin
mission in a more open inclusive and socially beneficial manner creating greater value for the industry and society.
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About ETEK
Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd. established in 2002 is a high-tech enterprise focused on the design development and sales of high-performance analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. The Company is headquartered
in Wuxi Jiangsu. In June 2021 the Company was successfully listed on the SSE STAR Market with the stock code 688601.After more than 20 years of development ETEK has become one of the leading analog integrated circuit design companies in China. Based on its strong position in applications such as mobile phones and wearable devices the
Company has become one of the major suppliers of power management chips in the consumer electronics market and continues to expand into areas such as home appliances the Internet of Things (IoT) automotive electronics
and network communications.
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Corporate Culture
ETEK has always adhered to the core philosophy of "Quality First Service As the Foundation" and has built a
unique corporate culture system. The Company advocates an innovation culture encouraging employees to break
through conventional thinking and explore cutting-edge technologies. At the same time ETEK values teamwork
with close collaboration between departments to overcome challenges. Under this cultural guidance ETEK
steadily moves toward becoming a global leader in integrated circuit design. Power IC
Core Philosophy
Quality First
Service As the
Foundation
Purpose Spirit Product
Protect IC Signal IC
Quality First Harmony center
Respond Quickly Integrity
Create Value Dedication
Innovation
Management Service Idea
Idea
Customer Based on Honesty
Service Team Customer First
Driver IC Automotive IC
Collaboration Value Sharing
Primary Business
The Company is dedicated to the research and development and sales of analog chips. By providing high- Industry applications
performance and highly reliable power management chips the Company creates excellent power management
solutions for its customers. At the same time the Company is continuously expanding and enhancing its product
line in other categories such as signal chain chips and high-precision Hall chips to meet the diversified market
demands and the needs of customers in various application scenarios. In the area of intelligent networking
delay management units the Company is also actively expanding its sales scale to better serve a wide range of
customers.The Company’s main products are power management chips forming a comprehensive and reliable product
series in the power management field. This includes power conversion chips power protect chips display driver
circuits automotive power management chips as well as intelligent networking delay management units high-
precision Hall chips signal chain chips and other types of chips. These products are widely applied in industries Fields of consumer electronics industrial automotive electronics etc.such as consumer electronics industrial applications automotive electronics and healthcare providing efficient
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Highlights of 2024
November 2024
Participated in
December 2024
Electronica China
showcasing Won the Best
January 2024 October 2024 ETEK's innovative Employer of the December 2024
Attended the Launched technologies Year at the 2025 Increased the
Wuxi Financial April 2024 a high- and deepening Semiconductor capital of the
Empowerment performance relationships with Investment Annual Obtained the ISO industrial fund by
for Enterprise general-purpose 26262 Functional customers and Conference RMB50 million April 2024
Innovation and operational Safety Management distributors raising ETEK's
Development Launched ET4557 amplifier applied System ASILD June 2024 stake to 99.33%
Conference Certificate from a level shifter for
in automotive
SIM card interface Invested in and drones and TüV Rheinland May 2024
and received established an power toolsGroup
Qualcomm Established the industrial fund –
certification wholly-owned Liding Fund with
subsidiary ETEK a fund size of
May 2024
(Shanghai) Co. RMB100 million
Ltd. Won the of which ETEK
Outstanding holds a 99.00%
Employer of Wuxi stake
High-tech Zone
Private Enterprise
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Industrial Layout
ETEK currently operates eight subsidiaries. Of these seven domestic subsidiaries located in Wuxi Wenling Shenzhen Shanghai and other cities are in charge of the crucial R&D and sales tasks while one South Korea
subsidiary is actively developing the South Korean market to enhance the Company's competitiveness in the region. The Company actively promotes its global business strategy further expanding into international markets.It has established a presence in Europe Japan and South Korea exploring new market opportunities and deeply engaging in the global integrated circuit market competition firmly advancing toward a broad international
development platform.
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Annual Achievements and Honors Recognitions and Honors
2024 Sustainability Highlights
Economic Performance
Operating revenue 78749.33 RMB’0000 Total assets 145748.26 RMB’0000
Net profit attributable 12585.74 RMB’0000 Weighted average return to the listed company 9.87 % Entrepreneurial Leader of the Specialized Refined Featured and Specialized Refined Featured and on net assets National Science and Technology Innovative "Little Giant" Company Innovative Small and Medium-sized
Talent Program Enterprise in Jiangsu Province
Basic earnings per share0.94 RMB
Environmental Performance
Ton of
Total water intake volume 4160Ton Total energy consumption260.99 standard coal
Total electricity consumption173.46kWh Total GHG emissions1137.72 tCO2e
Advanced Technology Service High-tech Enterprise of Jiangsu
Enterprise of Jiangsu Province Outstanding EmployerProvince
Social Performance
R&D investment14055.93RMB’0000 Number of employees trained 578Persons
Proportion of R&D personnel 56.45% Employee training hours7523.70Hours
Total number of intellectual Social insurance coverage rate 100 %
property rights 191 Cases
Governance Performance
Total number of the Board of
Directors' meetings held 8 Times Investor research receptions 4 Times
Number of proposals approved by 73 Major rule or law violations 0 Cases Outstanding Innovation Capability SPDT4 Shipments Exceeding Items RMB100 Million Best Employer of the Year
the "Three Meetings"
Documents disclosed in compliance 62
Note: The original "General Meeting of Shareholders" is now referred to as the "Shareholders' Meeting."
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Adherence to Sustainable Key Stakeholders Key Topics Communication Methods/Channels
Development Management
Risk and compliance management
Honest operation
Anti-commercial bribery and anti-
ESG Management corruption Inspection by regulatory authorities
Business Ethics
ETEK regards ESG management as a core strategy for its development and systematically integrates ESG Government research activitiesSafety and quality of products and
Information disclosure platforms
principles into the overall strategic planning and operational management system. The Company has established Government servicesClimate change tackling
an ESG governance structure with a three-level management system comprising the "Board of Directors - and regulatory Environmental compliance
Strategy and ESG Committee - Strategy and ESG Working Group" to ensure the effective implementation and authorities management
Pollutant and Waste Management
continuous optimization of the ESG strategy. By establishing and improving ESG management systems optimizing
information disclosure mechanisms and strengthening risk management frameworks the Company continually
enhances the scientific and standardized nature of its ESG governance. These initiatives not only demonstrate
the Company’s firm commitment to sustainable development but also provide strong support for long-term Innovation-driven Shareholders' MeetingRisk and compliance management
value creation driving high-quality development through the coordinated integration of economic social and Results briefingsCorporate governance Exchange interaction
Economic performance
environmental benefits. Shareholders and Investor exchangesInformation disclosure
investors Information disclosure platforms
Board of Decision-making level. Coordinating the ESG governance work;
Directors Formulating the Company’s ESG strategy and objectives and approving the ESG work plan.Data security and privacy protection
Safety and quality of products and Customer satisfaction surveys
services After-sales services and complaints
Supply chain security Customer exchanges
Management level. Researching the Company’s ESG goals and strategic plans and providing
Customers Anti-commercial bribery and anti- Product exhibitions and sales
Strategy recommendations; corruption Whistleblowing and supervision channels
and ESG Business ethics
Committee Reviewing and submitting the Company’s ESG work plan to the Board of Directors;
Reviewing other major ESG-related matters.Protection of employee rights and
Execut ion leve l composed o f re levant personne l f rom the Company ' s func t iona l Internal management meetingsinterests
Strategy Communication meetings at all levels
and ESG departments. Implementing the ESG decisions made by the management level;
Occupational health and safety
Working Employees
Career development and training
Group Collecting and consolidating ESG data and providing the information needed for decision-
making.Innovation-driven
Open and transparent procurement
Information security and customer
Due Diligence and Communications with Stakeholders Industry seminars and exchangesprivacy protection
Supplier meetings
Supply chain security
Whistleblowing and supervision channels
Suppliers Promote industry development
Stakeholder expectations and demands are the key driving forces and sources that propel a company to
continuously improve its sustainability performance. We place high importance on stakeholder feedback and
use it as a crucial basis for optimizing ESG efforts. In 2024 we further improved the information feedback
mechanism and deepened dialogue and collaboration with key stakeholders including government and regulatory Waste management
Environmental information disclosure
authorities customers shareholders and investors employees suppliers and others. By systematically identifying Environmental compliance Active participation in volunteer
management
and managing the core issues of concern to stakeholders we actively respond to their demands continuously Communities and activitiesSocial contribution and rural
Community research
improving the ESG management system and promoting a virtuous cycle of sustainable development and value co- the public revitalization WeChat official account
Climate change tackling
creation with stakeholders.
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Management of Material Matrix of ESG Material Topics of ETEK in 2024
Very important
ETEK focuses on interpreting international and domestic ESG standards and government laws and regulations Corporate governance
every year identifying key topics of concern for leading companies in the industry and combining its own Due diligence and communications with stakeholders Climate change tackling
development strategies and ESG practices to determine material topics that are material to the Company and Compliance management Innovation-driven
Risk management
stakeholders. We develop management goals and strategies for key topics provide detailed responses in the Supply chain security
Protection of employee rights and interests
Report and continuously promote the sustainable development of the Company. Safety and quality of products and services
Occupational health and safety Data security and customer privacy protection
Career development and training
01 ·A ctivities and business relations: Analyze the Company’s core business strategic Ethics of science and technology
Learn about plans major products and their distribution business relations etc.Anti-unfair competition
the company ·A nalyze the external objective environment: Learn about the laws regulations
Environmental compliance management
profile and external documents related to ETEK in order to fully comprehend its external
environment. Waste and pollutant management
Energy and water resource usage Anti-commercial bribery and anti-corruption
·A nalyze major affected stakeholders: Learn about the current stakeholder Green office
engagement methods and the impacts risks and opportunities the Company Circular economy
faces. Social contribution and rural revitalization
Promote industry development
02 Not important Importance to the Company's finance Very important
·I dentify additional topics that are financially significant or impactful to improve
Create a list the topic list based on the 21 topics set in the Guidelines and in combination Topics of impact Topics neither of financial Topics of dual Topics of financial
with ETEK-related national policies and industry characteristics as well as
of topics importance but not importance nor of impact importance importance but not
stakeholder feedback and benchmarking with peers. financial importance importance impact importance
Climate change tackling Waste and pollutant management Environmental compliance
03 management Energy and water resource usage Circular economy Green office
Assess and ·A ssess the dual importance of each topic and determine the priority of topics
determine the based on the industry and business characteristics of ETEK as well as the results
importance of the questionnaire survey and assessment from sustainability experts. Innovation-driven Supply chain security ethics of science and technology Safety and quality
of topics of products and services data security and customer privacy protection Promote industry
development Protection of employee rights and interests Career development and training
Occupational health and safety Social contribution and rural revitalization
04
Disclose ·C reate an importance analysis matrix that shows the topics' level of importance
information based on the topic assessment results and disclose topics deemed highly Corporate governance Stakeholder communication Anti-commercial bribery and anti-
on the important in detail in the Report. corruption Anti-unfair competition Risk management Compliance management
materiality of
topics Note: Ecosystems and Biodiversity Conservation is subject to subject-specific disclosure and is not covered by the Company for now.The topic "Equal Treatment to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises" applies to entities with accounts payable (including notes payable)
exceeding RMB30 billion or accounting for more than 50% of total assets by the end of the reporting period or those that have
disclosed overdue payments to small and medium-sized enterprises via the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System.ETEK does not apply this topic and has not included it as an ESG topic.
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Environment Society Governance
Importance to the economy society and environmentGovernance Innovation:
Laying a Strong Foundation
for Sustainable Development
ETEK places great importance on corporate governance. A standardized and effective
corporate governance system is essential for achieving steady business operations and is
the basic premise for comprehensively preventing compliance risks. We strictly comply with
the laws regulations and regulatory requirements related to operational standards set by
the China Securities Regulatory Commission and the Shanghai Stock Exchange. We adhere
to business ethics practice standardized operations maintain a positive corporate image
and share the results of the company?s development and operations with our shareholders.ESG topics addressed:
Corporate Governance
Compliance Management
Anti-commercial Bribery and Anti-corruption
Anti-unfair Competition
UNSDGs:
DECENT WORK PEACE JUSTICE
8 AND ECONOMIC 16 AND STRONGGROWTH INSTITUTIONS
Promote sustained inclusive and Promote peaceful and
sustainable economic growth inclusive societies for
full and productive employment sustainable development
provide access to justice
and decent work for all
for all and build effective
accountable and inclusive
institutions at all levels2024 Environmental Social and Governance Report Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd.Corporate Governance General Manager
The General Manager is responsible for the Company’s routine operation and management implementing the
Governance structure strategies and plans set by the Board of Directors and ensuring the Company operates in an orderly manner.ETEK strictly complies with the requirements of laws regulations and normative documents such as the
Company Law of the People's Republic of China the Securities Law of the People's Republic of China the Code
of Corporate Governance for Listed Companies and the Rules Governing the Listing of Stocks on the STAR
Market of Shanghai Stock Exchange. The Company has established a series of policies and normative documents Convening of the Three Meetings in 2024
including the Articles of Association Rules of Procedure for Shareholders' Meeting Rules of Procedure for Board
of Directors' Meeting Rules of Procedure for Board of Supervisors' Meeting and Work Guidelines for Independent
Directors to clearly define the operational standards for the "Three Meetings." The governance structure is based
on a clear division of responsibilities and standard operations composed of the Shareholders' Meeting Board of
Supervisors Board of Directors and its committees and the General Manager.Shareholders' Board of Directors' Attendance of members at Board of Supervisors' Number of proposals
approved at the above
Meeting Meeting Board of Directors' meetings Meeting meetings
Shareholders' Meeting Strategy and ESG Committee 2times 8times 100% 8times 73
Bo监ar事d o会f Supervisors
Audit Committee
Board of Directors
Nomination Committee Convening of Committee Meeting in 2024
General Manager Remuneration and Appraisal Committee
Strategy and ESG Audit Committee's Nomination Committee's Remuneration and Appraisal
Shareholders' Meeting Committee's Meeting Meeting Meeting Committee's Meeting
Shareholders' Meeting is the highest body of the Company. The Company convenes and holds the Shareholders' 2times 5times 1time 2times
Meeting in strict accordance with the Articles of Association and the Rules of Procedure for Shareholders'
Meeting to ensure the shareholders' right to know and participate.Board of Directors Diversity of the Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the decision-making body for the Company’s operations and management and is We strive to promote diversity in the Board of Directors in terms of gender culture professional skills and other
accountable to the Shareholders' Meeting. aspects. The Board of Directors consists of nine directors with three independent directors accounting for
33.33% and two female directors accounting for 22.22%. The current members of the Board of Directors possess
The Board of Directors has four specialized committees: the Strategy and ESG Committee the Audit Committee professional expertise in various fields such as chip design corporate management investment and financing
the Remuneration and Appraisal Committee and the Nomination Committee. These committees provide management financial management and law which helps the Board of Directors make informed risk decisions
consultation and advice for important decisions of the Board of Directors ensuring the professionalism and and enhance overall governance capability.efficiency of Board of Directors' procedure and decision-making.Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors as the permanent supervisory body of the Company supervises the performance of
duties of directors and senior managers in accordance with law and reviews the securities issuance documents
and periodic reports produced by the Board of Directors and issues written review comments.
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Member structure Unit Data of 2024 Risk management
Members of the Board of Directors / 9
ETEK complies with relevant laws and regulations and has established risk management control procedures
By independent director Number 3
such as the Response and Control Procedures for Risks and Opportunities the Identification and Assessment
Doctor Number 2 Procedures for Environmental Factors and the Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures. The Company
Master Number 4 continuously optimizes its risk management system strengthens emergency management for unforeseen events By educational background
ensures the early identification and control of potential risks minimizes negative impacts and promotes the
Bachelor Number 3
Composition Company’s sustainable healthy and stable development.of the Board Male directors Number 7 The Company has established a comprehensive risk assessment system and a systematic risk management
By gender
of Directors Female directors Number 2 mechanism to continuously monitor macroeconomic policy risks operational risks financial risks market risks
legal risks and ethical risks. The Company promptly identifies and assesses various risks it faces and takes
Aged under 40 Number 1 necessary control measures.Aged 40 to 49 Number 3
By age Management representatives
Aged 50 to 59 Number 2
* Providing the necessary resources for risk management including personnel qualifications
Aged over 60 Number 3 necessary training and information acquisition
*Determining acceptable risk standards and policies and regularly reviewing and updating risk and
Investor relations opportunity management
ETEK places great importance on communication with investors. To strengthen the information communication
with investors and effectively protect the legitimate rights and interests of investors especially public investors
and to establish a long-term stable and harmonious interactive relationship between the Company and its Risk and opportunity assessment groups
investors the Company has formulated the Management Policy for Investor Relations in accordance with the *Organizing and implementing risk and opportunity analysis and assessment
Company Law of the People's Republic of China the Securities Law of the People's Republic of China the
*Developing risk and opportunity response measures and implementing them
Work Guidelines for the Investor Relations Management of Listed Companies and other laws regulations and
normative documents as well as the provisions of the Articles of Association. *Developing risk management plans
The Board Secretary is responsible for organizing and coordinating investor relations management work and *Organizing the implementation of risk response measures and verifying their effectiveness
the Securities Department is the dedicated department for managing investor relations handling related matters
regarding investor relations.Quality Management Department
The Company has established a registration system for reception activities which records in detail the research
communication interview promotion and advertising activities of the recipients or invitees. After the reception *Establishing response and control procedures for risks and opportunities and maintaining them
activities are completed a Record Form of Investor Relations Activities is compiled and regularly published on *Organizing and implementing risk and opportunity reviews at least once a year following up on the
the SSE e-interactive website. The Company has established multiple investor interaction channels such as completion and effectiveness of various measures and preparing the Report on Assessment and Analysis of
phone email and on-site reception and regularly publishes its website consultation phone number and investor Risks and Opportunities
relations email address in its periodic reports.*Conducting risk assessment and risk response planning within the department and implementing and
supervising various risk response measures
Investor Interactions of ETEK in 2024
Departments
*Assessing the risks and opportunities of quality and environment in the department developing corresponding
measures to avoid or reduce risks and implementing them item by item
Interactions on SSE Investor
Results briefings Investor calls answered Investor exchanges
e-interactive website communications
Sales Department
Approximately
3times 38times 130 3times 90 times * Collecting risk information on product after-sales conducting risk identification work within the department times formulating corresponding measures to avoid or reduce risks and implementing them item by item
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Risk Management Procedures In addition to internal audit management the Company also engages an external independent third-party auditor
to issue an external assurance report on the financial and internal controls for the Reporting Period. For the 2024
Each responsible department establishes risk identification methods for production management annual report an independent auditor with securities qualifications issued an unqualified internal control audit
equipment after-sales and other aspects records and classifies potential risks assesses their severity
Risk identification report and a standard unqualified financial audit report. These were approved and reported by the Board of and frequency of occurrence calculates risk coefficients and records them in the Table of Assessment
and Analysis of Risks and Opportunities. These are regularly reviewed and updated to comprehensively Directors on April 11 2025.identify risks and provide a basis for risk response.According to established guidelines the severity and frequency of identified risks are assessed and
Risk Assessment based on the assessment risk coefficients are determined which then guide the selection of risk
Internal control compliance
response measures.To improve the Company’s risk management level and protect the legitimate rights and interests of investors
ETEK has developed the Internal Control Policy based on the Company Law of the People’s Republic of China
Implementing departments are required to assess the identified risks and based on the results of the Securities Law of the People’s Republic of China the Notice on Strengthening Internal Control Construction
Risk response the assessment respond through risk acceptance mitigation avoidance etc. in order to reduce or of Listed Companies and Enterprises to be Listed to Promote Internal Control Evaluation and Audit and other
eliminate the risks.relevant laws and regulations. This policy also incorporates the requirements of the Basic Standard for Enterprise
Internal Control to enhance internal control management ensure the effectiveness of internal controls and
Supervision and Risk identification and assessment activities aim to identify risks and comprehensively consider promote standardized operations.improvement of effective response measures. When the risk coefficient is too high avoidance or reduction measures
risk management are taken to minimize harm and loss. The Company has established and improved an internal organizational structure that meets the requirements of
modern enterprise management forming a scientific decision-making mechanism implementation mechanism
and supervision mechanism.Review of risk
The Quality Management Department organizes periodic reviews of risks and opportunities to verify
management
their effectiveness.Organizational Structure for Internal Control
The Board of Directors is fully responsible for the formulation implementation and improvement of the
Board of Company’s internal control policy and regularly conducts comprehensive inspections and effectiveness assessment of the Company’s internal control.Directors The Board of Directors has established the Audit Committee which guides the construction and effective
Compliance Management operation of the Company’s internal control system according to its responsibilities.The Board of Supervisors is fully responsible for supervising the implementation of the Company’s internal
Audit compliance Board of control policy. In case of any identified internal control deficiencies the Board of Supervisors may order
Supervisors corrective actions and report to the Shareholders' Meeting on the implementation of the internal control
policy.To standardize internal audit work improve the quality of internal auditing and protect shareholders' legal rights
ETEK complies with the Audit Law of the People's Republic of China the Regulations on Internal Auditing Work by
the National Audit Administration the Code of Corporate Governance for Listed Companies and the Guidelines
No. 1 of Shanghai Stock Exchange for Self-Regulation of Listed Companies - Standardized Operation as well The Management is responsible for establishing and improving the internal control policy within the
Management operational processes promoting the comprehensive implementation of the internal control policy and
as other relevant laws regulations and normative documents. The Company has formulated the Internal Audit
checking how each department and unit formulates and implements specific internal control policies.Policy to evaluate and supervise the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management the authenticity and
completeness of financial information and the efficiency and effectiveness of business activities.The Board of Directors of the Company has established the Audit Committee which guides the construction and
effective operation of the Company’s internal control system and is responsible for overseeing the Company’s
financial statement disclosures and internal control processes. At the same time the Company has established
the Audit Department which inspects and supervises the authenticity and completeness of the Company’s
financial information and the establishment and implementation of internal control policy. The Audit Department
as the internal audit department of the Company is accountable to the Audit Committee and reports to it. The
Audit Department issued the Internal Control Evaluation Report for 2024 on the Company’s internal control
management during the Reporting Period confirming that there are no significant defects in the internal controls
over financial reporting.
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Compliance Review Process Before Information Disclosure
Tax compliance
01
The Company’s Finance Department is responsible for the Company’s tax management including the The department head providing information carefully verifies the relevant information
establishment of the tax management system tax risk assessment maintenance of tax credit rating tax training
tax archive management tax team development routine tax approval and participation in investment and
operational decisions among other tax-related matters.The Finance Department conducts tax control and pre-risk management through financial inspections special tax 02
inspections and daily reporting reviews. Additionally the Finance Department ensures close communication with The Board Secretary conducts a compliance review
the tax authorities to guarantee timely and accurate tax filings and compliance with tax laws.The Company’s current tax assessment received an A rating. During the Reporting Period the Company paid a
total of RMB22310100 in taxes.
03
The Chairman signs and issues the approval
Information disclosure compliance
To standardize the Company’s information disclosure practices ensure that the information disclosed is truthful
accurate and complete and protect the legitimate rights and interests of investors ETEK has established the In 2024 the Company disclosed 63 announcements and reports with no incidents of penalties due to non-
Management System for Information Disclosure in accordance with the Company Law of the People’s Republic of compliance with information disclosure. The Company received a B rating in the annual information disclosure
China the Securities Law of the People’s Republic of China the Management Measures for Information Disclosure evaluation by the Shanghai Stock Exchange.by Listed Companies the Code of Corporate Governance for Listed Companies the Rules Governing the Listing
of Stocks on the STAR Market of Shanghai Stock Exchange the Guidelines No. 1 of Shanghai Stock Exchange for
Self-Regulation of Listed Companies - Standardized Operation as well as other relevant laws regulations and
normative documents and the provisions of the Articles of Association. Honest Operation
The Company’s information disclosure work is uniformly led and managed by the Board of Directors with the
Board Secretary responsible to the Board of Directors for organizing and coordinating the Company’s information
disclosure affairs. The Company actively monitors media coverage and proactively verifies the accuracy of Anti-commercial bribery and anti-corruption
reported information.Governance
Information Disclosure ETEK is fully aware of the harm caused by illegal business practices such as commercial bribery which not
only damages the Company's economic interests but also undermines its reputation for honest operations. The
Company complies with the Interim Regulations on the Prohibition of Commercial Bribery and other relevant
laws and regulations. It has established the Management System for Anti-Commercial Bribery and requires key
Board of Directors Board Secretary Securities Department personnel to sign integrity and honesty commitment agreements. Personnel in important positions as well as
entities or individuals they conduct business with sign the Anti-Commercial Bribery Commitment Letter with the
Leading and managing the As the primary responsible As the daily operational department Company to strictly monitor and prevent commercial bribery thereby regulating employees' business conduct.information disclosure work with person for information disclosure for information disclosure assisting The Company’s Comprehensive Department as the supervisory department is responsible for coordinating and
the Chairman being the primary organizing and coordinating the the Board Secretary in handling executing anti-commercial bribery and anti-corruption work.responsible person for information Company’s information disclosure information disclosure matters.disclosure. affairs.
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Strategy
ETEK builds a "zero tolerance" integrity culture strategically actively formulating and implementing a series of
key measures to ensure that business activities comply with laws regulations and international anti-corruption Risk Monitoring
standards. The Company has set up a commercial bribery prevention reporting box implements the Anti- Risk Response
Commercial Bribery Commitment Letter and promotes the initiative through posters in office areas. The Company Risk Assessment
ensures open and accessible anti-corruption reporting channels ensuring that corruption and bribery incidents Risk Identification The Company has
For verified corruption
are dealt with fairly effectively and promptly. At the same time we have implemented a reporting incentive and Upon receiving improved its employee
protection mechanism such as anonymous reporting and confidentiality of the reporter's information to enhance Employees’ issues such complaints the Company corruption-related complaint and
employee participation and initiative. This encourages employees suppliers and other partners to engage in the as bribery violations takes strict action reporting management complaints the
Company’s anti-corruption supervision efforts. of discipline and law against the involved and supervision Company immediately
etc. are included employees based mechanisms including conducts a preliminary
in the categories of on laws regulations anti-corruption reports analysis to assess
Supervision Measures for Anti-Commercial Bribery complaints enabling and internal policies in the supervisory the authenticity and including disciplinary
01 accurate identification scope monitoring reliability of the actions contract the acceptance
Set up a commercial bribery prevention reporting box and publish the reporting phone number. of internal corruption information and
risk points including termination or referral investigation and preliminarily determines
misconduct in to judicial authorities handling of complaints whether corruption
02 employees' work. to punish and recover to ensure compliance
The Company’s supervisory department regularly arranges for managers and key personnel to risks exist. losses. with laws and
conduct integrity and honesty self-inspections retaining records. For individuals with issues regulations.identified in self-inspections corrective action plans are created and records are retained.力芯微M20e2t4ri年cs投 a资n者d互 ta动r统gets
03
Conduct random interviews with middle and senior management involved in the
The Company sets clear anti-corruption indicators and objectives to measure and promote the effectiveness of
Company’s business with suppliers to inquire whether they are aware of the anti-corruption efforts. In daily operations the Company continuously strengthens education on anti-corruption
Company’s Anti-Commercial Bribery Commitment Letter with suppliers. and anti-commercial bribery laws and regulations periodically trains employees on anti-corruption matters
and handles complaints and reports promptly to prevent corruption incidents. During the Reporting Period the
Company did not experience any corruption incidents.Reporting Channels for Anti-Commercial Bribery Anti-unfair competition
Complaint phone Email ETEK always adheres to the principle of fair competition in the market and firmly opposes any form of unfair
0510-85217779 maocl@etek.com.cn competition. The Company strictly complies with the Law of the People’s Republic of China Against Unfair
Competition the Interim Regulations on the Prohibition of Commercial Bribery and other relevant laws and
regulations. It requires all employees to adhere to business ethics in market competition uphold honest operation
and ensure that product information is truthful accurate and complete in interactions with competitors
customers and suppliers. The Company resolutely opposes any behavior that could harm the fair market
competition order or consumers' legitimate rights and interests.Management of impact risk and opportunity
ETEK has established a risk management process for anti-commercial bribery and anti-corruption. Identified
potential risks and opportunities are assessed and classified and response measures are formulated based on the
analysis to enhance the Company’s risk resilience.
29 30Innovation-Driven:
Leading High-Quality
Industry Development
ETEK has always regarded research and development innovation as the cornerstone of its
corporate growth and systematically promotes independent R&D projects. The Company
attracts and introduces outstanding talent through the establishment of effective incentive
mechanisms continuously stimulating the vitality of technological innovation. At the same
time we strictly control product quality strengthen the management of the sustainable
supply chain and continuously improve the customer service system. With concrete actions
we convey our firm commitment to creating value for society to all stakeholders and actively
promote the continuous progress of China?s semiconductor industry.Material topics addressed:
Innovation-driven
Promote Industry Development
Protection of Intellectual Property Rights
Safety and Quality of Products and Services
Data Security and Privacy Protection
Supply Chain Security
Ethics of Science and Technology
UNSDGs:
INDUSTRY SUSTAINABLE PARTNERSHIPS
9 INNOVATION AND 12 CONSUMPTION 17 FOR THE GOALSINFRASTRUCTURE AND Strengthen the meansPRODUCTION of implementation and
Build resilient infrastructure revitalize the Global
promote inclusive and sustainable Ensure sustainable Partnership for Sustainable
industrialization and foster consumption and Development
innovation production patterns2024 Environmental Social and Governance Report Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd.Innovation-Driven Strengthening of R&D capabilities
The semiconductor industry is a typical technology-intensive and talent-intensive sector where a highly skilled
and technically strong R&D team is the soft power guarantee for the Company's continued innovation capacity.Governance The Company actively responds to national incentive policies and has developed the Policy for Organization
Implementation and Incentive for Technology Achievement Transformation. It has implemented a reward
mechanism for R&D achievements to ensure the legal rights and interests of the achievers and all parties involved
ETEK fully understands that R&D innovation is the fundamental driving force for the sustainable development
in the enterprise. At the same time the Company actively conducts relevant R&D technical training to ensure the
of the Company and the enhancement of core competitiveness. To this end the Company has formulated
continued innovation capacity of the Company.comprehensive innovation policies including the Guidance on the Development Process for Chip Projects and
the Policy for Organization Implementation and Incentive for Technology Achievement Transformation providing
strong institutional support for technological breakthroughs and product upgrades while also inspiring the
creative energy of all R&D personnel. Transformation of technology achievements
Led by the R&D Center with cooperation from other departments the transformation process is approved and
Development of R&D system supervised by the Board of Directors and the Finance Department. The Company has established an innovation
and entrepreneurship platform to provide resource support to R&D personnel or project teams allowing them to
The Company has established a complete R&D organizational system with the chip development team as the independently or collaboratively carry out technology achievement transformation.core driving force. The team is composed of personnel from the Marketing Department Quality Management
Department Design Institute and Operations Department. These departments work collaboratively to steadily
push forward the R&D efforts. Incentives and rewards
The Company encourages R&D personnel’s initiative and creativity through a clear benefit-sharing system
Product Preparing the **Chip Project Charter Material proposing the project conducting preliminary (considering funding sources contribution ratios etc.) and methods such as patent/design layout subsidies.manager research and submitting the materials for project evaluation. The benefits from R&D achievements are independent of basic salaries and performance bonuses promoting
continuous innovation.Drafting and compiling the project plan requirements list and TR nodes (technical review
Project The total number of R&D points) report; the primary person responsible for project development planning and scheduling
manager The Company continues to personnel is
management; concurrently held by the System Engineer. 293R&D personnel expand its high-quality R&D
team based on actual needs an increase of 56 compared to
the previous year
Quality Developing and executing circuit quality inspection plans and verification plans as well as
engineer conducting project quality control.Proportion of R&D The proportion of R&D
R&D personnel now account
for % of the total an
personnel to total personnel has steadily
56.45
increase of 4.25% compared to
employees (%) increased the previous year
System Conducting circuit design including architecture planning solution development new IP
engineer organization Tapeout (delivery to manufacturing) and designing report compilation.Strategy
Other Coordinating and collaborating on specific aspects of the project providing continuous technical
engineers ETEK is committed to implementing an innovation-driven development strategy. By accurately support.identifying potential risks and opportunities in the R&D process the Company strives to explore key
breakthroughs that will enable stable sustainable and rapid growth.
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Risk Type Description Potential Financial Countermeasures
Impact Management of impact risk and opportunity
ETEK primarily adopts an independent R&D model continuously optimizing various safeguards to
If technological breakthroughs or Through the Guidance on the
address the risks and opportunities in R&D innovation. This improves the Company’s risk prevention
product upgrades are not achieved Decrease in Development Process for Chip Projects
in time the Company may lose operating the Company clarifies the R&D goals ability and strengthens its independent R&D capabilities and core competitive advantages.Risk of R&D its competitive edge in the fast- revenue for each stage encourages continuous
delay evolving semiconductor market. innovation and accelerates the project
development process. Risk Identification Risk Assessment
Lack of a well-established In the project initiation and preliminary research The Board of Directors Finance Department and
system for the transformation
The Board of Directors and the Finance stages risks such as R&D quality and intellectual other relevant departments approve and supervise
of technological achievements Increase in Department approve and supervise the property are systematically identified combining risks. The review mechanism clarifies the likelihood
and incentive mechanisms may operating costs transformation process stimulating the the Guidance on the Development Process for Chip of risks the scope of their impact and the
Risk of result in difficulties in effectively motivation of R&D personnel through a
transformation Projects and departmental experience. potential losses determining the risk level.implementing innovative results
failure clear benefit-sharing system.impacting the Company’s
competitiveness.Risk Response Risk Monitoring
The Company strengthens patent
Failure to apply for patents for applications and training and builds a Project managers quality engineers and other Identified risks are dynamically monitored and
R&D results in a timely manner or Increase in sound intellectual property management related personnel develop and implement quality through improving the technology achievement
infringement by others could lead operating costs system through the Enterprise Intellectual inspection and verification plans for potential transformation and incentive reward systems the
Intellectual to the loss of technology or legal Property Management Manual and the issues. The Intellectual Property Department Company adjusts R&D directions or reallocates
property risk
disputes. Compilation of Documents on Intellectual strengthens prevention through patent applications resources in a timely manner to ensure that
Property Procedures. and training. The R&D Center leads technical project goals align with the Company’s overall
breakthroughs and resource allocation. development strategy.Opportunity Description Potential Financial Countermeasures
Type Impact
Rapid changes in demand in
application areas such as mobile Increase in
The Company quickly follows up on
operating market technology needs and enhances platforms and motor control allow
the speed of R&D through a well-
Opportunity new products to quickly enter the revenue
of market established project development process.upgrade high-end market.The transformation of technology The Company has established an
achievements helps industrial Increase in innovation and entrepreneurship
upgrading and the flexible revenue operating platform ensuring benefit distribution
Opportunity distribution mechanism can revenue and providing resource support to R&D
of technology
achievement stimulate greater innovation vitality. personnel or project teams.transformation
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ETEK launched the level shifter ET4557 for SIM card interfaces effectively solving the
Case
communication adaptation problem between the baseband processor and SIM card To effectively prevent ice flood disasters starting from March 29 2024 artificial ice-breaking
operations were conducted on an ice-prone river section in Huma County Daxing'anling Prefecture
Heilongjiang Province with a total blasting length of 11100 meters. For this ice-blasting operation a
With the rapid development of mobile platforms new process nodes have reduced the voltage of detonator from a civil explosive company in Heilongjiang was used along with the electronic control
mobile baseband processors. The voltage of mainstream flagship platforms has dropped from 1.8V to module and detonating system from Wuxi Semiconductor Technology Co. Ltd. providing key support
1.2V while SIM cards primarily use 3.0V (B type) or 1.8V (C type) logic level interfaces. ETEK launched for the work.
the level shifter ET4557 for SIM card to enable communication between the host platform and SIM
card. The chip successfully entered Qualcomm’s high-end platform reference design and received the
highest recommendation level (GOLD).The ET4557 features a dual-power design: the host processor side operates between 1.08V and 1.98V
while the SIM card side operates between 1.62V and 3.6V. It includes three level shifters to convert
the I/O RST and CLK signals of the SIM card enabling proper communication with the main chip.Semiconductor's Electronic Control Module and Detonating System Assisted in Ice-
blasting to Prevent Flooding in Heilongjiang
High-performance operational amplifier -- ETEK launched a high-performance general-purpose
Case
operational amplifier ensuring a stable circuit environment
As modern intelligent vehicles extensively use DC motors in their bodies precise current sampling
is required to ensure the motors operate correctly. Similarly applications such as drones and power
tools require current-sensing circuits to control the motors.ET4557 Achieves the Highest Recommendation Level on Qualcomm's Platform
ETEK launched the high-performance general-purpose amplifier ET85602. ET85602 is a dual-channel
low-voltage (1.8V to 5.5V) operational amplifier with rail-to-rail input and output swing capabilities.With a bandwidth of 10 MHz it can be used for motor and power system current sampling as well as
sensor signal conditioning. ET85602 supports high capacitive load driving and even with a capacitive
load of 100pF it can operate stably.Semiconductor's "Electronic Control Module and Detonating System" assisted in ice-blasting to
Case
prevent flooding in Heilongjiang
As a well-known domestic manufacturer of civil explosives the subsidiary Semiconductor primarily
produces electronic control modules encoders and blasting controllers. These products are used
in specialized sectors such as tunnel excavation building demolition mining blasting weather
modification geological exploration petroleum extraction and firefighting. They are known for their
high reliability precision and safety. The products have made breakthroughs in technologies such as
ultra-long delay settings long-distance communication leakage resistance and resistance to extreme
temperatures giving them strong competitiveness in the market.ET85602 Operational Amplifier
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ETEK launched an OVP chip with built-in 200V surge protection and high current handling
Case
capability Protection of intellectual property rights
The ET9668 is an OVP chip with a built-in 9mΩ power switching transistor supporting a maximum "Technological Innovation as the Primary Productive Force" is ETEK's intellectual property policy.operating voltage of 28 V. Its built-in over voltage protection shutdown module ensures a shutdown In order to further consol idate the advantages of technological innovation the Company has
response time of less than 50ns with typical performance around 10ns. This response speed cannot actively constructed and continuously optimized the intellectual property management system and
be matched by the "OVP control chip + external FET" solution. Additionally the chip includes a 200 has obtained the intellectual property management system certification and intellectual property
V surge protection module which helps minimize the number of components in the product’s power compliance management system certification. Meanwhile the Company has continued to establish
interface protection circuit reducing design complexity. sound intellectual property management policies. By leveraging measures such as patent applications
and technology protection the Company not only safeguards the originality and value of our own
The product has passed the full suite of customer tests and has started mass production providing technological achievements but also lays a solid intellectual property foundation for the Company's
strong support for the customer’s flagship AI smartphones. sustained technological innovation and development.The Company has formulated the Enterprise Intel lectual Property Management Manual and the
Compilation of Documents on Intellectual Property Procedures. The Intellectual Property Department
has established a three-level structure: "Management Representative – Intellectual Property Specialists
– Intellectual Property Part-time Personnel" with intellectual property personnel responsible for tasks
related to acquiring reviewing maintaining and managing intellectual property.ET9668 Chip
Metrics and targets
ETEK has clear objectives and plans for R&D innovation to maintain its continued leadership in the semiconductor
field enhancing the Company’s market competitiveness and industry influence.Metric Target 2024 Growth Rate
To continuously increase
Annual R&D investment investment in new RMB140559300 30.63%
technologies and projects
Intellectual Property Management Intellectual Property Compliance
Proportion of R&D To continuously optimize the System Certificate for ETEK Management System Certificate for
investment to operating structure to ensure steady 17.85% 5.72% Semiconductor
revenue increase in R&D investment
Number of intellectual To expand the number of 42 16.67%
property applications intellectual property rights
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Organizational Structure of Intellectual Property Department
In 2024 ETEK made significant achievements in technological innovation
with 42 new intellectual property applications and 52 new intellectual
Intellectual Property Department
property authorizations. By the end of the Reporting Period the Company
had accumulated a total of 191 intellectual property authorizations. These
patented products enhance the Company's market competitiveness.Head (management
representative)
Certificate of Completion
of Online Training on
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property Specialists Intellectual Property
( IC layout design software Specialists (invention utility New Items in 2024 Cumulative Number
copyright) model patents trademarks) Intellectual
Property Item
Applications Items granted Applications Items granted
Invention patents 24 40 127 96
Intellectual Intellectual Intellectual Intellectual
Property Part-time Property Part-time Property Part-time Property Part-time
Personnel Personnel Personnel Personnel Utility model 4 5 35 31
patents
Design patents 0 0 1 1
The Company encourages the R&D team to proactively apply for patents thereby solidifying our
innovative achievements through legal means. At the same time we have actively reinforced a
company-wide culture of respect and protection on intellectual property and strengthened employee Software copyrights 3 3 9 9
awareness education on intellectual property protection through both online and offline training
thereby ensuring that our innovation is characterized by both bold exploration and prudent progress
avoiding any infringement on the rights of others. Others 11 4 62 54
Total 42 52 234 191
Intellectual Property Protection
Ethics of science and technology
3Sessions 24Hours 20Persons In the process of innovative R&D the Company strictly adheres to the norms of scientific ethics
Number of
Intellectual property Number of persons respects the spirit of science values humanistic care avoids the misuse of technology and prudently
intellectual property
training duration received intellectual
training sessions evaluates the application of achievements striving to benefit society and the environment while property training
promoting technological innovation with a responsible attitude. During the Reporting Period the
Company did not face any accountability or penalties from relevant authorities for violating scientific
ethics regulations.
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Promote Industry Development Co-founding of the Wuxi Innovative Enterprise Development Service Alliance
Case
As a leading semiconductor chip design company in the industry we are committed to driving industry
In January 2024 the Wuxi Financial Empowerment for Enterprise Innovation and Development
development through continuous product innovation constantly pushing the boundaries of technology. The Conference jointly hosted by the Wuxi Daily Newspaper Group and the Wuxi High-tech Industry
Company actively participates in the formulation and promotion of industry standards setting benchmarks with
Association was successfully held. The theme of the conference was "Two-Way Empowerment · Sci-
high-quality products and services and driving improvements in industry technology and quality. At the same time
Tech Innovation for Mutual Win." The conference aimed to build an innovative enterprise ecosystem
ETEK collaborates closely with upstream and downstream partners promoting technological advancements and
with "finance + industry" and "capital + projects" empowering each other promote the efficient
efficiency improvements in the industrial chain through deep collaboration with suppliers and customers.aggregation of financial resources and encourage collaboration between government banks and
ETEK continues to strengthen its core competitiveness gaining widespread industry recognition through enterprises to support the innovation and growth of Wuxi’s high-tech enterprises.technological innovation and excellent product quality. During the Reporting Period the Company received
multiple honors and certifications from industry associations demonstrating its strong industry influence and By participating in the Wuxi Financial
market competitiveness. These awards and certifications not only recognize the Company’s technological strength Empowerment for Enterprise Innovation
and management achievements but also inject new momentum into its development further enhancing its brand and Development Conference ETEK
image and industry position. In the future ETEK will continue to drive industry breakthroughs with technological showcased its industry leadership and social
innovation striving to become a global leader in high-tech enterprises. responsibility in promoting the integration
of finance and industry supporting the
development of SMEs driving intelligent
transformation and building a cooperative
and win-win ecosystem. ETEK's practices
not only inject new momentum into the
development of high-tech enterprises
in Wuxi but also set a model for the
sustainable development of the industry. Speech by Mr. Yuan Minmin Chairman of Wuxi ETEK
Microelectronics Co. Ltd.Wuxi Integrated Circuit
Jiangsu Semiconductor Jiangsu Integrated Circuit Industry "Xinchain" Party
Industry Association Society Building Alliance
Wuxi Innovative Enterprise Development Service Alliance
Wuxi High-Tech Zone Sci-Tech Enterprise Wuxi Internet of Things Innovation
Federation Development Research Association
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China IC Design Innovation Conference & the Fourth IC Application Show
Case Supply Chain Security
From September 25 to 27 2024 the China IC Design Innovation Conference & the Fourth IC
Application Show (ICDIA-ICShow) were grandly held at the Wuxi Taihu Expo Center. ETEK actively Governance
participated in the exhibition joining industry peers to celebrate the event exchange ideas and move
As a leading analog chip design company in the industry ETEK has established a comprehensive supplier
forward together.management system. The Company has formulated various systems such as the Supplier Management Procedures
At this exhibition ETEK showcased its latest R&D achievements in four major product lines: protection Implementation Rules for Supplier Management System Supplier Control Procedures and Procurement Control
power management signal chains and drivers. Additionally ETEK introduced a series of innovative Procedures and has set up a complete supplier access evaluation and exit mechanism. The Operations
power management solutions focused on cutting-edge application areas such as AI terminals Department serves as the execution department for supply chain security control with the Quality Management
environmental sustainability and smart living demonstrating the company’s strong capabilities and Department and the Design Department providing assistance and collaboration. The quality control system covers
forward-looking vision in the field of integrated circuit design. the entire procurement and product processes ensuring product quality and gaining customer recognition and
trust.Among them ETEK's flagship imaging PMIC product was particularly notable. This product integrates
a 7-channel LDO including dual 1.5A channels and five 0.6A channels. It not only maintains high- Strategy
performance power output capabilities but also significantly reduces the overall solution's power
consumption and cost providing users with more efficient and energy-saving power solutions.ETEK integrates supplier management into its corporate development plan. Through comprehensive assessment
of each link in the upstream and downstream supply chain the Company anticipates risks and opportunities. The
Company implements a transparent procurement model working with supply chain partners to build a responsible
supply chain strengthen supply management improve supplier quality capabilities and ensure that the purchased
raw materials and production processes meet high standards achieving win-win cooperation. At the same
time ETEK emphasizes supplier training and information sharing promptly conveying quality management and
environmental requirements to ensure product quality and supply stability while promoting mutual development
between the Company and its suppliers.Management of impact risk and opportunity
The Company has established a systematic supply chain risk control framework. Various departments collaborate
to regularly conduct risk assessments and are able to quickly respond to any sudden supply chain events ensuring
the continuous stability of the supply chain.Risk Identification Risk Assessment Risk Response Risk Assessment
The Company regularly The identified risks Based on the results of A long-term
identifies potential are comprehensively risk assessments risk monitoring mechanism
risks in each link of analyzed and managed response strategies are is established to
the supply chain through a graded formulated including continuously track the
including raw materials system to ensure emergency plans overall operation of
finished goods that the severity and to ensure that the the supply chain. The
suppliers procurement potential impacts of the Company can respond Company maintains
transportation storage risks are understood in a quickly and maintain sensitivity to supply
and production. timely manner providing stable supply chain chain risks through
strategic reference for operations in the regular evaluations and
formulating appropriate event of unexpected real-time monitoring
response measures. situations. ensuring proactive
2024 IC (Wuxi) Innovation and Development Conference management.
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Supplier Management Flowchart
Metrics and targets
To ensure the effectiveness of supply chain management suppliers are required to sign the Anti-Commercial Supplier
development
Bribery Commitment Letter for Suppliers and provide relevant certificates such as quality management system and requirements
environmental management system certifications. The Company has formulated a series of quantitative indicators
to ensure the safety and stability of the supply chain.Metric Unit 2024
Supplier qualification/
capability investigation
Total number of suppliers / 109
Number of suppliers certified by quality management system / 82
N
Sample
confirmation
Proportion of suppliers certified by quality management system % 75
Y
Number of suppliers certified by environmental management system / 62
Evaluation of N
qualified suppliers
Proportion of suppliers certified by environmental management system % 57
Y
Signing of processing contracts
and quality agreements
Determination and issuance of
qualified suppliers
Excellence in Cooperation Outstanding Supplier Regular N Feedback to supplier
assessment for remediation
Y Y Evaluation of
Strengthening of supply chain management supplier remediation
N
The Company insists on optimizing processes strictly controlling quality and deeply collaborating with partners.Continued
An efficient and transparent supply chain management process is established comprehensively enhancing the Exclusion from
supply qualified supplier
Company’s competitiveness and demonstrating its leading position in the industry and continuous innovation
strength.
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ETEK classifies suppliers into three categories based on their nature and scale and adopts differentiated ETEK has established a management structure consisting of the "General Manager – Design Institute
evaluation and confirmation methods: Project Team Operations Department and Quality Management Department" with the General
Manager leading the construction of the quality management system. The Operations Quality Testing
and Sales Departments collaborate closely to ensure the quality of products and services through
Category Description Evaluation and Confirmation enhanced communication and cooperation helping ETEK win market trust with its high-quality image.Suppliers with excellent reviews are included in the
Companies providing qualified list. Qualified suppliers are subject to re- Strategy
Category 1 wafers as well as listed evaluation as needed. Suppliers requiring improvements
Supplier packaging and testing are given a deadline for remediation and re-evaluation. In terms of safety and quality of products and services ETEK has developed a systematic strategic plan based
companies Suppliers who continuously fail to meet standards or on internal and external environments to address potential risks and seize key opportunities. The Company takes
corrective and preventive measures through internal audits management reviews and data analysis to address
are seriously unqualified are disqualified.product and service issues achieving continuous improvement. The Company closely monitors the changing
demands for higher-quality products and services from customers proactively adjusts strategic deployments and
ensures a quick response to market changes while continuously exceeding customer expectations. At the same
Medium-scale Samples and mass production batches must be time the Company organizes quality training irregularly conducts promotional and educational work on quality
packaging and testing qualified and comply with green GP product and ROHS
Category 2 requirements to raise employees’ quality awareness.companies providing requirements. After review and signature by the quality
Supplier
photolithography and R&D and other departments they can be listed as
wafer testing qualified suppliers.Small-scale packaging
and testing companies
Category 3 trading companies Only suppliers whose products meet the Company's
Supplier and suppliers of non- requirements can be registered as qualified suppliers.product-related
consumables
Quality Training
Safety and Quality of Products and Services
Management of impact risk and opportunity
Governance
ETEK has established a management process for safety and quality of products and services. From the perspective
ETEK always regards quality management as the core pillar of the Company’s steady development. The of product quality and services potential risks and opportunities are comprehensively identified and classified.Company fully implements the Product Quality Law of the People’s Republic of China and international Strict quality and risk controls are implemented at every stage of the product's lifecycle from the initial design to
standards such as ISO 9001 and has developed policies such as the Regulations on Quality Objective the final use by customers ensuring that product quality meets high standards.Management Product Testing and Assessment Process and Product Monitoring and Measurement
Control Procedures to provide systematic assurance for product and service safety and quality.
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Process Specific Content ETEK Quality Month activities of "Small Things Big Quality"Case
Before the product or project development a quality plan is formulated
Quality planning
setting clear quality objectives acceptance standards inspection methods In September 2024 ETEK launched a series of Quality Month activities under the theme "Small
etc. to provide guidance for subsequent product validation. Things Big Quality." These activities included soliciting small things encountered in daily work
that could impact work quality holding a prize-winning essay contest themed "Small Things Big
Control over production During the production outsourcing process the Company actively
Quality" for all employees and organizing quality knowledge quizzes. The aim was to enhance quality
communicates with suppliers provides quality requirements for their awareness across the Company.outsourcing
products and ensures that product quality meets the specified standards.A comprehensive inspection system is established and reliability testing
Quality inspection and equipment (such as imaging devices X-ray fluorescence spectrometers
testing etc.) is configured. Products are tested according to standards and non-
conforming products are controlled and processed accordingly.An after-sales service system is established to handle customer feedback
After-sales services and complaints in a timely manner track and resolve quality issues during
the product use process and collect customer feedback to improve product
quality.Metrics and targets
ETEK has defined its quality policy and integrated it into regular assessments. Through a clear system of indicators “Quality Month” Activities
and targets the Company ensures continuous improvement in customer satisfaction and product compliance
driving quality excellence and safety assurance. During the Reporting Period the Company did not experience any
significant responsibility incidents related to the safety and quality of product and service.Customer Service Metrics and Targets
Metric Unit Target 2024
Customer complaint handling rate % 100 100
Customer complaint resolution rate % 100 100
Customer satisfaction rate % Above 95 100
Product quality compliance rate % 100 100
ISO 9001 Certificate ISO 26262 Road Vehicles — Functional Safety
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Protection of customers' rights and interests ETEK attaches great importance to customer experience and has a complete set of procedures for handling
customer complaints returns and compensation etc. It responds to and handles customer issues in a timely and
ETEK fully recognizes the critical role of quality customer service in market expansion. The Company has efficient manner and achieved 100% customer satisfaction during the Reporting Period.formulated a series of management policies including the Customer Complaint Handling Procedures Customer-
Related Process Control Service Control Procedures and Customer Satisfaction Service Procedures to strengthen
customer service management and continuously improve service quality.
1 Complaint reception and identification
We always adhere to the business philosophy of "Based on Honesty Customer First Value Sharing" which is
integrated into every operational process of the Company. We implement targeted service strategies for different
types of customers (including major strategic customers as well as small and medium-sized customers) and Upon receiving a complaint the responsible departments must notify the Quality Application
different industries (such as new energy industrial automation etc.). Currently the service coverage for exclusive Design and Sales Departments. The Quality Management Department records the complaint in
teams for major customers has reached 100%. We put customers first aim to create customer value focus on the FA system requests the return of defective samples determines whether it is a yield issue or
a single-failure issue and handle it according to the corresponding process.communication and interaction with customers treat customers sincerely win their trust respond to customer
needs and solve customer problems.
2 Responsibility investigation and handling
High-reliability high-efficiency and high-performance charging protection solution
Case
The Quality Management Department leads the coordination with R&D Production and Sales
The Company has customized a complete charging protection solution for global leading Departments initiate a special investigation and produce an analysis report based on the
smartphone manufacturers. The solution includes over voltage protection chips with built- complaint type (yield/single failure).in surge suppression TVS protection diodes and RCB protection chips. This complete
solution with its robust current handling capability rapid over-voltage protection response
high flexibility and high integration offers significant advantages in the charging protection 3 Handling of customer returns and compensation
design of customers’ flagship products including enhanced system safety improved
user experience and support for miniaturized design. The product significantly increases
Based on the analysis report we maintain close communication with the customer. Returns are
the safety level of smartphone charging by establishing a solid protective barrier for the processed according to the Customer Return Flowchart and compensation claims are handled in
battery while also providing customers with a competitive edge and positive market accordance with the Compensation Flowchart.feedback.
4 Escalation of exceptional issues
Depending on the severity and impact scope of the product issue as well as the judgment of the
responsible person manager or director the issue may be escalated with timely reporting to
higher-level management.
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Customer Return Flowchart Compensation Flowchart
Customer
Customer feedback compensation
Accept compensation
request
Acceptance of return
information
Compensation
investigation
N Determination of return
validity
Y
Whether to Replenishment to Responsibility
replenish goods customer confirmation
Y
N
Collection of returned goods
registration in the system End
07
Corporate responsibility Factory responsibility
Handle according to the Handling
Procedures for Non-Conforming Products Negotiation of a
compensation plan
N Compensation provided
Whether the system Proceed with Compensation application by the factory
needs to be locked normal shipping End
N
Y Approval
Y
Compensation payment
End
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Data Security and Privacy Protection Risk Identification
The Company conducts a comprehensive inventory of all information assets clarifying the security
attributes (confidentiality integrity and availability) of various assets such as data software hardware
services and personnel. On this basis potential security vulnerabilities are identified by analyzing threats
Governance and weaknesses.ETEK places great importance on data security and privacy protection. The Company has formulated internal Risk Assessment
policies such as the Information Security Management Rules and Cybersecurity Norms to clearly define
responsibilities standardize operating procedures and establish emergency response plans. These provide The Company adopts a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods using asset importance
comprehensive security throughout the data lifecycle (collection storage transmission usage and destruction) as threat frequency and vulnerability severity as key indicators. A risk matrix is used to calculate risk values
(Risk Value = Asset Importance × Threat Frequency × Vulnerability Level) which are then used to assess
well as for network infrastructure and application systems. identified risks and visually present the likelihood and potential impact of security incidents providing a
scientific basis for risk mitigation.Information Security Management Rules and Cybersecurity Norms
Risk Response
Information Security Management Rules: The Company should establish security management
requirements across the entire data lifecycle covering data collection storage transmission usage The Company has developed targeted response strategies based on different risk levels. For unacceptable
high risks the Company adopts a comprehensive approach that includes strengthening security
and destruction ensuring that information security risks are identifiable and controllable.controls transferring risk or even avoiding the risk altogether. For low risks continuous monitoring and
appropriate management measures are implemented to keep them under control.Cybersecurity Norms: The Company should focus on network infrastructure and application system
security and reduce the risk of network attacks and data leakage through measures such as
Risk Monitoring
hierarchical protection rights management and log auditing.The Company monitors the effectiveness of risk management measures through weekly log recordings
and biannual security training sessions continuously tracking key security indicators and making timely
Strategy adjustments. When new risks or major security incidents occur the Company reassesses the risk level
to ensure residual risks remain controllable thereby enhancing the overall level of information security
ETEK has formulated a security strategy focused on prevention management.and supported by emergency response promptly identified
potential threats and weak points through regular information Risk Assessment Process
security risk assessments and adjusted its security strategy
dynamically. To respond to security incidents the Company
has established a comprehensive emergency response plan Define the Establish Prepare a risk
including incident reporting handling procedures follow- scope of risk a risk Identify risks Analyze and assess risks analysis and assessment
up recovery and summary analysis. This ensures rapid and assessment assessment team report
effective action in the event of a security incident minimizing
the impact on operations and stakeholders.The Company has also conducted regular data and information Metrics and targets
security training to educate all employees on confidentiality Information Security Training
In 2024 ETEK established clear management indicators and objectives for data security and privacy protection
policies cybersecurity norms risk prevention essentials and
ensuring the security and compliance of information and continuously enhancing its data protection capability.emergency measures continuously reinforcing security and
compliance awareness. During the Reporting Period no information leakage incidents of any kind occurred.Information Security Performance
Management of impact risk and opportunity
Information security Total participants in Total hours of participation in Offensive and defensive
Based on the key processes of risk identification assessment and control the Company has developed the ETEK
training conducted information security training information security training drills conducted
Information Security Management Rules. By accurately identifying potential threats and formulating systematic
countermeasures ETEK ensures that its information systems operate continuously and stably in strict accordance 4Times 30Persons 4Hours 2Times
with established procedures regulations and standards.
57 58Green Transformation:
Creating a New Low-Carbon
and Eco-Friendly Pattern
ETEK places great importance on environmental protection and is committed to resource con-
servation and sustainable development. The Company adheres to the policy of ?Compliance
with Regulations Pollution Prevention Enhanced Environmental Awareness and Product
Compliance Assurance? and refers to the TCFD framework to formulate practical measures in
areas such as climate change response environmental compliance waste management and
energy and water resource usage continuously promoting a green transformation.Material topics addressed:
Climate Change Tackling
Environmental Compliance Management
Waste and Pollutant Management
Energy and Water Resource Usage
Green Office
UNSDGs:
22 Sustainable Development Goals
CLEAN WATER AFFORDABLE & CLIMATE
16 AND SANITATION 7CLEAN ENERGY
ACTION
Ensure availability and sustainable Ensure access to affordable 13 Take urgent action to combatmanagement of water and reliable sustainable and climate change and its
sanitation for all modern energy for all impacts*2024 Environmental Social and Governance Report Wuxi ETEK Microelectronics Co. Ltd.Climate Change Tackling
Strategy
Governance To better climate change tackling the Company based on the characteristics of the semiconductor industry and
its medium- to long-term development strategy addresses both mitigation and adaptation aspects by formulating
potential challenges it poses to business and operations. The Company actively responds to national calls for and implementing multi-level corporate strategies and internal management measures. The Company is committed
action and continuously enhances its ability to climate change tackling by establishing the Strategy and ESG to improving energy efficiency optimizing production processes promoting low-carbon technological innovation
Committee and its subordinate Strategy and ESG Working Group to identify assess and manage relevant and strengthening green management across the supply chain to reduce its carbon footprint. At the same
risks. Risk assessment covers the likelihood of occurrence potential impacts and consequences. Based on the time we enhance our risk warning mechanisms improve emergency response plans and promote sustainable
assessment results the Company develops response measures which are implemented by relevant functional operational models to continuously strengthen the Company’s climate adaptation capacity and accelerate the
departments to mitigate potential risks and enhance resilience to climate change tackling. green transformation process.Risk Type Description of Potential Risk Financial Impact Countermeasures
Physical risks resulting from climate change
The Company should conduct regular safety hazard inspections and reinforce and repair aging or vulnerable facilities as
Acute risk
needed to ensure their stability and safety.(extreme It may cause transportation disruptions damage power and communication
The Company should closely monitor weather forecasts and extreme weather warnings establish comprehensive
weather such systems and affect the Company’s normal operations and delivery stability.emergency response plans to ensure timely response and take preventive measures in advance to minimize losses.as typhoons It may damage office facilities affect data center operations cause software Operating cost +
The Company should enhance the waterproofing moisture-proofing and mildew-resistance capabilities of storage
heavy rain crashes and data loss thereby disrupting business operations and resulting in Asset value -
facilities and optimize storage environments to reduce the impact of extreme weather on the quality of chips and other
flooding direct economic losses. Operating revenue -
products ensuring supply chain stability.caused by It may damage warehouses leading to product loss increased repair and
The Company should conduct regular inspections and reinforcement of office facilities to ensure the safe operation of
climate production costs and greater operational pressure.critical equipment. At the same time the Company should establish a sound data backup mechanism to prevent data loss
change)
and business interruption risks caused by natural disasters.A rise in average temperature may increase water and cooling demands
Chronic
thereby increasing energy consumption. The Company should monitor the effects of external temperature changes on equipment performance and lifespan and
risk (rise
The increase in energy load can strain power lines shorten equipment lifespan Operating cost + conduct regular testing and maintenance to ensure stable operation.in average
and raise the risk of fires caused by high-power electricity usage. Asset value - The Company should optimize the working environment and establish high-temperature operation management
temperature
Rising temperatures may also increase the risk of heatstroke among mechanisms to protect employee health and safety.etc.)
employees affecting workplace safety.Transitional risks resulting from climate change
With the introduction of relevant global regulations and standards the
The Company should establish a routine management mechanism for GHG emissions data.requirements for climate change disclosure by domestic regulators have been
The Strategy and ESG Committee and its working group should regularly follow up on laws and regulations and review
Policy and law refined and upgraded.Operating cost + the compliance of the Company’s environmental practices.risk The Company needs to pay continuous attention to compliance requirements.ESG reports should be continuously disclosed based on international standards and domestic regulatory requirements
Failure to stay current with the latest environmental regulations may result in
reflecting progress in addressing climate change.non-compliant disclosures affecting overall compliance.
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Risk Type Description of Potential Risk Financial Impact Countermeasures
Transitional risks resulting from climate change
The introduction of new laws regulations and green products imposes higher The Company should increase R&D investment and talent reserves carry out industry-academia-research collaborations
Technology
requirements on the Company’s green innovation capabilities increasing both R&D cost + and actively develop products with green innovation concepts to meet government and customer demands for green
risk
R&D costs and technical difficulty. and low-carbon products and services.The market is placing increasing emphasis on the environmental friendliness of
Operating cost + The Company should promote the development of green products and integrate sustainability concepts into the
Market risk the Companys’ products. Customers are more inclined to purchase power control
Operating revenue - Company’s business operations.chips with higher energy efficiency and better energy-saving performance.Stakeholders have higher expectations for low-carbon corporate operations. The Company should share green practices at industry forums obtain authoritative certifications to enhance
Reputational Operating cost +
Failure to enhance the Company's low-carbon operational capabilities may credibility release special reports disclosing environmental protection measures and leverage media to promote
risk Operating revenue -
negatively affect the brand image. sustainable development achievements.Opportunity
Description of Potential Opportunity Financial Impact Countermeasures
Type
Climate change-related opportunities
Product and
Develop high-quality green low-carbon products and services Operating revenue + The Company should increase R&D investment and design more energy-efficient eco-friendly power control chips.service
Changes The Company should actively expand into international markets with stringent environmental standards such as
in market Respond to the trend of global market demand for green products Operating revenue + Europe and the United States participate in international green exhibitions and obtain relevant certifications to
demand enhance global brand influence.
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Management of impact risk and opportunity Metrics and targets
The Company refers to the TCFD framework and has formulated the Identification and Assessment Procedures for The Company adheres to a green and low-carbon development path. To ensure that its environmental capabilities
Environmental Factors to identify physical and transitional risks brought about by climate change. These risks are meet industry requirements ETEK has established phased objectives for 2025 to serve as a guide for future
integrated into the overall risk assessment and management system with targeted response measures developed development. The Company relies on its internal carbon emission monitoring platform and follows international
accordingly. The Company’s environmental identification procedures apply to all environmental aspects related to standards such as ISO 14064 ISO 14067 ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 to continuously quantify and monitor carbon
its production and business activities. The Strategy and ESG Committee and the Strategy and ESG Working Group emissions. Strategic directions are adjusted in a timely manner based on data analysis.are responsible for leading the identification assessment and management of related risks. Risk assessment
covers the likelihood of occurrence potential impacts and consequences. Based on the assessment results the Metric Unit 2024
Company develops response measures which are implemented by relevant functional departments to mitigate
potential risks and enhance resilience to climate change tackling. Scope 1 direct carbon emissions * tCO2e 100.78
Scope 2 indirect carbon emissions * tCO2e 1036.94
Activities products/services organized
Total GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) tCO2e 1137.72
Identify factors GHG emissions intensity tCO2e/RMB1 million 1.44
Environmental surveys across the
Company and departments
Head of each department
Environmental impact assessment * Scope 1 emission factors for gasoline natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas are sourced from the National
of departments Greenhouse Gas Emission Factor Database.Determine * Scope 2 GHG emissions are calculated based on the National Greenhouse Gas Emission Factor Database issued
by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. The average CO2 emission factor for Jiangsu provincial electricity in
Company-wide environmental impact 2022 was 0.5978 kgco2e/kwh.Key assessment
environmental
Key environmental factor or not
factors Manager of the
Comprehensive Noise emissions must meet
Yes List of key environmental factors Department the requirements of Class III
standards under GB12348 There should be no fire 01 06 incidents
Emission Standard for Industrial
Enterprises Noise at Boundary
Recording
ETEK Wastewater management
Environmental
Hazardous solid waste must 05 must comply with relevant Objectives
be handled in compliance 02 regulations
Notification to relevant departments with regulations
Manager of the Comprehensive Department The Company's products and
Reflected in environmental objectives and purchased products must be free Hazardous substances (lead cadmium
indicators of conflict metals such as gold
mercury hexavalent chromium etc.) 03 04 (Au) tantalum (Ta) tungsten (W)
in both Company-manufactured and tin (Sn) and cobalt (Co) produced
procured products must be 100% from minerals in conflict zones
compliant and not exceeding limits
ETEK Identification and Assessment Flowchart for Environmental Factors
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Environmental Compliance Management The Company is exposed to unexpected environmental risks including fire power outages catastrophic weather
and poisoning. In daily operations the Company actively conducts environmental risk identification and hazard
inspections regularly organizes emergency drills and raises employee awareness of risk prevention. A Safety
Committee and Emergency Response Team led by the General Manager have been established. In the event of
Environmental management system and policy an emergency the Company will immediately initiate its emergency response plan prioritize personnel safety and
implement protective and transfer measures for critical equipment to minimize loss. Following any incident the
Company will conduct a thorough root cause investigation produce an Incident Investigation and Handling Report
ETEK regards environmental management as a vital component of its corporate social responsibility. The Company
and propose improvement and prevention measures to continuously optimize the emergency management system
actively responds to national sustainable development goals and strictly complies with laws and regulations such
and strengthen overall risk prevention capabilities.as the Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of China and the Law of the People's Republic of
China on Environmental Impact Assessment. The Company has formulated and implemented internal policies such
as the Identification and Assessment Procedures for Environmental Factors and the Environmental Management
Standards for Products establishing a systematic environmental management framework led by the Strategy and Environmental protection-related training
ESG Committee. This enhances the Company’s green operational capabilities and deeply integrates low-carbon
concepts into corporate operations and strategic planning.To better implement the environmental management system and improve responsiveness to emergency
The Strategy and ESG Committee and its working group conduct comprehensive reviews of environmental risks environmental events the Company conducts regular training in environmental protection and emergency
and opportunities faced during business operations formulate targeted emergency response plans and regularly response.organize employee training to continuously enhance environmental compliance awareness and risk response
capabilities.
2024Key performance highlights
During the Reporting Period ETEK obtained 4 training sessions on environmental 155 participants in training
an ISO 14001 Environmental Management protection and emergency response
System Certification and had no violations
of environmental laws or regulations nor
any penalties from regulatory authorities.ISO14001 Environmental Management System Certificate
Response plan for environmental risk emergencies
The Company is deeply aware of the important impact of environmental risk emergencies on its business Rescue Drill
and employee safety so it has formulated the Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures providing
systematic guidelines for safety protection and emergency response. The Company carries out all-round
management at three levels namely risk inspection emergency response and post-event conclusion so as to
cultivate the rapid response capability of all employees and responsible departments and to minimize the losses
brought by the emergencies.Fire Safety Training
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Green Office
Energy Conservation Initiatives
ETEK strictly abides by the Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of China the Water Law
of the People's Republic of China Energy Conservation Law of the People's Republic of China. Internally it Use energy-efficient lighting equipment; avoid “always-on” lights
has implemented the Energy Conservation Management Policy Energy Conservation Technology Supervision
Standards and 5S Management Regulations to promote comprehensive energy-saving and consumption-reduction Set office equipment to automatic sleep mode and turn off all non-
essential equipment after work hours
practices reduce resource waste and encourage all employees to participate in green environmental initiatives. Energy
conservation and
The Company sets specific requirements for energy conservation water saving and recycling and places green Control A/C frequency and temperature reasonably to avoid energy waste;
consumption
office reminders in its workplace to foster a sustainable corporate culture and effectively implement the green ensure windows and doors are closed when A/C is operatingreduction
development philosophy. Give priority to the procurement and use of energy-saving devices; reduce
use of non-essential high-power equipment
Regularly inspect water-use equipment and promptly repair dripping
faucets to reduce water waste
Water saving
Distribute water-saving educational materials guide employees to use
water responsibly and improve sink hygiene management
Promote the “Clean Plate Campaign” in the cafeteria to eliminate food
Other eco-
waste and foster good habits of frugal dining
friendly
Water-Saving Signage Projection for Paperless Office initiatives Encourage employees to prioritize green and low-carbon transportation
methods for business travel to reduce carbon emissions
Circular economy
The Company actively practices the circular economy philosophy
and promotes internal resource recycling management to drive an
efficient and low-carbon operating model. Through maintenance
and reuse initiatives equipment such as fans UPS units motors
and IGBTs are repaired to maximize component reuse and reduce
resource waste. The Company encourages the conservation of office
Power-Saving Signage resources by setting up a reused paper collection point promoting
paper recycling defaulting printers to double-sided printing and Secondary-use Paper Pick-up Area
reducing color printing to improve resource utilization efficiency.A/C Temperature Not Lower Than 26° C
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Waste and Pollutant Management Establish designated waste storage areas equipped with features such as rain-proofing
leak prevention spill containment and loss prevention and strictly store non-hazardous
solid waste in accordance with regulatory requirements.Strictly comply with environmental protection laws and regulations implement garbage
Non-hazardous classification management prohibit arbitrary disposal or landfill and entrust qualified
waste third-party organizations to centralize garbage disposal.Assign dedicated personnel to supervise the implementation of hazardous waste
management organize training to enhance employees’ environmental awareness and
standardize the recording of ledgers and reports to ensure that the waste disposal
process is controlled.Hazardous Strictly implement the Measures for the Management of Hazardous Waste Transfer
waste Forms fill out the transfer forms accurately and report it in a timely manner to
environmental authorities ensuring data accuracy consistency and traceability.Waste Emissions and Consumption of ETEK in 2024
ETEK is a fabless IC design enterprise which does not directly engage in product manufacturing. As such Volume of non-hazardous Volume of non-hazardous
waste generated waste recycled
the environmental impact caused by waste generated during operations is relatively minimal. Nonetheless the
Company attaches great importance to waste management and strictly complies with laws and regulations such 6.2Ton 1Ton
as the Environmental Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China the Law of the People’s Republic of China
on Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution by Solid Waste the Law of the People’s Republic of China
on Prevention and Control of Water Pollution the Law of the People’s Republic of China on the Prevention and
Control of Noise Pollution and the Measures for the Management of Hazardous Waste Transfer Forms. Internally
Volume of hazardous Volume of hazardous
it has formulated policies including the Management Regulations on Wastewater Discharge the Management
waste generated waste recycled
Regulations on Solid Waste the Management Regulations on Energy Conservation and Consumption Reduction
and the Management Regulations on Noise Emission to ensure the compliance of waste disposal and minimize Used Battery Recycling 0.16Ton 0.16Ton
environmental impact to the greatest extent.Waste management
Wastewater management
ETEK's operations do not involve hazardous solid waste from production. Only a small amount of copper-containing
waste circuit boards is generated during design and testing processes. Non-hazardous waste mainly consists of The Company has no production-related water usage; wastewater is mainly generated from domestic water use.household waste. Despite the limited amount of hazardous waste the Company places high importance on its The Company strictly complies with the Integrated Wastewater Discharge Standards and the Wastewater Quality
management. It has developed hazardous waste emergency response plans and prepared an annual hazardous Standards for Discharge to Municipal Sewers ensuring that discharged water meets quality standards and that
waste management training plan. Each project department of the Company maintains a solid waste ledger with wastewater is discharged in a regulated manner through the park's sewage system to ensure environmental
dedicated personnel responsible for the storage inspection and supervision of waste materials. The Company compliance. Each year the Company commissions a professional agency to conduct water quality monitoring and
also organizes competitive bidding for qualified used items to ensure the standardized and compliant handling of issue a Water Quality Testing Report to ensure that water resource management aligns with relevant regulations
waste. and to promptly identify and resolve potential issues.
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Wastewater Treatment Measures of ETEK
Management of Energy Conservation and Consumption Reduction
The use of wastewater to flush pipelines is If there is too much wastewater in the
prohibited. If such an operation is necessary wastewater pool on site the Company should
it must be approved by relevant authorities contact qualified wastewater treatment General Manager Comprehensive Finance Operations Department Department Department
and effective pollution prevention measures organizations for handling.must be implemented. Coordinating energy
m a n a g e m e n t
M a n a g i n g a n d Conso l i da t i ng the
approv ing energy-
s u p e r v i s i n g t h e Company ’s overa l l
saving targets and An a l y z i n g e n e rg y
Company ' s energy energy consumption
Dumping of waste oil or leftover food into s u p e r v i s i n g t h e i r usage and providing
and water resources d a t a f o rmu l a t i n g
the sewage system is strictly prohibited. The Domestic waste must be cleared regularly to i m p l e m e n t a t i o n d a t a s u p p o r t t o
use of phosphate-containing detergents for prevent contamination caused by rainwater regularly organizing energy conservation formulating strategies o p t i m i z e e n e r g y
dishwashing is also forbidden to prevent runoff energy-saving training t a r g e t s a n d to ensure eff ic ient c o n s e r v a t i o n
water pollution. and promoting best submitting them to e n e r g y u s e a n d objectives.practices in energy the General Manager
driving the realization
conservation. for approval.o f e n v i r o nmen t a l
objectives.Noise management
The Company strictly adheres to the Class III standards under GB12348-2008 Emission standard for industrial
enterprises noise at boundary ensuring that boundary noise levels do not exceed 65 dB during the day and 55
dB at night. To ensure effective noise control the Company regularly monitors noise pollution points. Third-party Energy conservation and consumption reduction initiatives
organizations are engaged to provide a Noise Testing Report and relevant equipment is maintained and serviced
ETEK strictly follows the Management Regulations on Energy Conservation and Consumption Reduction and
to reduce noise impact and ensure compliance with environmental standards.actively implements control measures to support the enhancement of energy and water resource management.In 2024 the Company launched several practical initiatives—for example posting water-saving signs in office and
production areas to raise employees’ awareness of water conservation and regularly inspecting and maintaining
Energy and Water Resource Usage water-use equipment to ensure optimal performance. These efforts significantly enhanced water management efficiency and delivered notable results in water-saving practices.Key performance highlights
ETEK's operations primarily consume electricity and water. The Company places great emphasis on energy
and resource management and has implemented the Management Regulations on Energy Conservation and
Consumption Reduction in the long term which define the scope processes and specific requirements of the Gasoline32.14Ton Total energy consumption260.99Ton of standard coal
management system. Through a systematic management model the Company continues to promote technological
upgrades optimize energy usage and improve resource utilization efficiency. 173.46 Total water consumptionElectricity purchased kW h ( m u n i c i p a l w a t e r s u p p l y ) 4160Ton
A resource conservation management system has been established led by the General Manager and executed
collaboratively by all departments. Responsibilities are clearly defined to ensure implementation. Through a
systematic evaluation mechanism the Company regularly monitors energy consumption continuously optimizes
management strategies and improves resource efficiency.
73 74People-Centered Coexistence:
Shaping the Future
Together with Employees
ETEK always adheres to the values of ?empathy in relations rigor in operations? and places
great importance on the growth and well-being of every employee. We are committed to
building a diverse equal and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive in a
safe healthy and dynamic atmosphere. The Company continuously optimizes communica-
tion mechanisms and enriches employee activities forming an open transparent and
efficient management system. Adhering to a people-oriented approach we promote the
steady and sustainable development of both the enterprise and its employees achieving
people-centered coexistence. At the same time as a company focused on sustainable
development we fully recognize the importance of assuming social responsibility. Through
active participation in public welfare and social initiatives we spread warmth and positive
energy with concrete actions contributing to the creation of a more harmonious and better
society.Material topics addressed:
Protection of Employee Rights and Interests
Diversity and Inclusiveness
Occupational Health and Safety
Career Development and Training
Social Contribution and Rural Revitalization
UNSDGs:
Sustainable Development Goals 1 Sustainable Development Goals 9 12 Sustainable Development Goals Sustainable Development Goals 15 Sustainable Development Goals 3330 Sustainable Development Goals
NNOO NOGOOD HEALTH QUALITY GENDER REDUCED SUSTAINABLE
1POPOVEVRETRYTY 3POV&E WRTELYL-BEING 4 EDUCATION EQUALITY INEQUALITIES CITIES ANDEnd poverty in all its End pEonvseurtrey ihne aalllt hitys lives and Ensure inclusive and 5 Achieve gender equality and 10 Reduce inequality within COMMUNITIESforms everywhere formsp ervoemryowteh werell-being for equitable quality education empower all women and girls and among countries
all at all ages and promote lifelong learning 11Make cities and humanopportunities for all settlements inclusive safe
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Male employees: 64% Employees with disabilities: 0.2%
Employment compliance Female employees: 36% Return-to-work rate after parental leave: 100%
To protect the legal rights and interests of employees ETEK strictly complies with the Labor Law of the People’s Ethnic minority employees: 0.9% Number of discrimination incidents during the year: 0
Republic of China the Labor Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China the Law of the People's Republic of
China on the Protection of Minors and the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Labor-dispute Mediation and
Arbitration ensuring that all processes including recruitment attendance payroll and resignation management
Number of employees by gender
are lawful and compliant. Based on the Company’s operational needs internal documents such as the Personnel New recruits
Management Regulations and Implementation Standards and the Recruitment and Onboarding Management Policy
have been established to continuously improve the personnel management system and provide employees with
191
clear career development pathways. 51
The Company publishes job postings through diverse channels such as online platforms campus recruitment
headhunting firms and offline recruitment events. Following the principles of "recruitment by need fairness 49
and merit-based selection" the Company adopts multi-dimensional interviews and assessment mechanisms to 328
ensure fair recruitment practices. Upon onboarding the Company promptly signs standardized labor contracts
with employees and in accordance with relevant laws and internal policies pays full social insurance and housing
provident fund contributions to comprehensively safeguard employees’ rights. Social recruitment Recruitment of new graduates Male employees Female employees
Eradication of child labor
Number of employees by educational background Number of employees by position level
In terms of prevention of child labor and forced labor we abide by laws and regulations such as the Law of
the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Minors and the Provisions on Prohibition of Child Labor.
127
In case of any breach of required procedures or inadequate control during the recruitment we will hold 295 450
relevant departments and personnel accountable to prevent any incidents involving child labor or forced
labor. No child labor incidents occurred during the year.
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9716
Equality and inclusion Employees with bachelor's degree
Employees with associate degree and below Grassroots employees Middle managers
ETEK actively recruits employees from diverse backgrounds cultures and skill sets. Through cross-departmental Employees with postgraduate degree and above Senior managers
collaboration and internal job rotations we foster diverse thinking and innovation. The Company fosters a
respectful and inclusive workplace environment and strictly prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment
in recruitment promotion and performance evaluation. Any unfair treatment based on gender age ethnicity or Employee democratic management
other characteristics is forbidden. Regarding the protection of women's rights and interests the Company strictly
complies with the Law of the People’s Republic of China on the Protection of Rights and Interests of Women
and has formulated the Management Procedures for Female Employee Protection to ensure fair recruitment and ETEK places high importance on employees' rights and interests and has established a comprehensive complaint
equal employment opportunities for female employees. We prohibit unreasonable conditions based on gender or and grievance mechanism aiming to build a harmonious and stable labor relationship. The Company has
marital/childbearing status fully safeguard the rights of female employees and support them in realizing their formulated the Management Procedures for Employee Feedback Suggestion Complaint Handling and Response
full potential. At the same time the Company has established independent complaint and feedback channels and established a mechanism for employee grievances and complaints. The Comprehensive Department or a
equipped with dedicated investigation mechanisms. Once any misconduct is discovered the Company upholds a management representative is responsible for managing employee complaints.zero-tolerance policy and ensures timely handling of such incidents.
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Speaking up for rights
Incentive mechanism
The Company actively encourages employees to express their opinions and
ETEK has established a comprehensive employee incentive mechanism to fully mobilize employee
suggestions through multiple channels such as written or direct complaints. enthusiasm. The Company developed the Employee Incentive Management Mechanism and built a
These measures ensure employees' rights to know participate express and scientific incentive system. In line with the Company’s characteristics the incentives are categorized
supervise are fully protected. This not only helps safeguard employees’ legal into three types: Commendation Merit Awards and Promotion. Employees who demonstrate exceptional
performance in safeguarding the Company’s honor accomplishing tasks saving costs innovating and
rights and interests but also fully activates their initiative encouraging them to
protecting the Company’s assets are rewarded. Through this incentive mechanism ETEK effectively
actively participate in corporate management. In turn this promotes scientific and motivates employees' enthusiasm and creativity promoting mutual growth between employees and the
democratic development in corporate decision-making. Company.Suggestion Box
Incentive-worthy fact occurs
Key performance highlights Supporting materials may
be attached
The employee’s department completes the
Employee satisfaction rate: 95.34% Incentive Notification Form
Recipient signs for confirmation If the recipient refuses
Remuneration and benefits to sign a written appeal must be submitted;
otherwise the incentive
ETEK adheres to the management principles of "legal compliance transparency incentive orientation and will be considered Proposer signs with comments accepted by default
adaptability" continuously improving its remuneration policies and payment mechanisms. The Company has
formulated a series of policies including the Corporate Remuneration Management Policy the Remuneration and
Benefits Policy and the Year-end Bonus Appraisal Measures. Based on job value individual capability and market
trends a diversified salary structure has been developed.The employee’s department signs with comments
Flexible remuneration management
The Comprehensive Department submits comments
The Company adjusts salaries with flexibility based on business performance and labor market pricing
while also considering individual contributions and skill development. Higher salary increases are offered
to high-level in-demand talent and salary adjustments are made for employees with outstanding General Manager/President gives approval
performance or promotion. At the same time the Company monitors overall payroll budgets using
indicators such as labor cost ratio and labor distribution rate to maintain a balance between long-term
operational stability and employee motivation.Announce implement and file
Employee Incentive Flowchart
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Employee care
ETEK provides a comprehensive benefit and welfare system for all employees focusing on their
physical and mental well-being. In addition to providing basic legal benefits the Company offers a
wide range of non-salary benefits covering both work and life scenarios to provide all-around care
and support for employees and their families.Lantern Riddle Guessing Birthday Celebration
Pension fund medical insurance work-related
injury insurance unemployment insurance
maternity insurance and housing provident fund
Statutory benefits关怀福利
Mountain Climbing Basketball Game
Holidays birthday celebrations Rental subsidies Best New Product
benefits for female employees team- Award rewards for outstanding
building activities meal benefits employees disability subsidies and
health check-ups and travel invention patents
Caring benefits Special benefits
Outdoor Hiking Team Building
Colorful activities
Career Development and Training
ETEK actively organizes a series of diverse and unique activities for employees to enhance team
cohesion and collaboration building a positive corporate culture. The Company organizes a
variety of activities such as Lantern Riddle Guessing Birthday Celebrations Outdoor Hiking and Open training platform
Travel. These activities designed to be both fun and educational foster better understanding
and cooperation among employees helping them relieve work stress broaden their horizons and
ETEK adheres to the principle of hiring people based on both virtue and talent and always views employee
strengthen their sense of belonging. Through these initiatives we continuously create a positive and
training as a crucial strategy for enhancing the Company's core competitiveness. We have established the Training
uplifting corporate culture atmosphere showcasing our attention and investment in the well-being
Management Policy and offer systematic tiered and diverse training to help employees quickly master job-related
and quality of life of our employees.skills understand the corporate culture and continuously improve service levels and management abilities. This
ultimately fosters the shared growth of both the Company and its employees.
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To ensure the systematization and effectiveness of training the Company has built a training system that covers all
During the reporting period the company organized and carried out various training activities
employees with training categorized by levels. We use performance evaluations surveys departmental interviews
and other methods to accurately identify training needs for each position and compiled the Summary of Annual
Training Plans as a blueprint for employee training.Mid-to-senior management training Training for technical professionals
Trainees Content Specialized training themed "Quality Lecture" The R&D department organizes training to
Modern business management theories organizational decision-making has effectively enhanced the management's comprehensively enhance technical capabilities.Management personnel understanding and practical ability in quality
skills and strategic management of the Company and its systems.management.Technical professionals Specialized techniques fundamental theories and business practice.System-related knowledge auditing skills and system-related laws and
Internal auditors of systems
regulations.Design processing production Refresher training on professional knowledge required for implementing
and quality control personnel certification systems.HR and financial staff HR and financial knowledge commensurate with their roles.Multi-dimensional training
ETEK has built a comprehensive talent development system with the Comprehensive Onboarding training for new employees
Department responsible for organizing and implementing the training. A variety of methods
including internal instructors external experts and team-building activities are adopted. The
training process follows a strict procedure: needs assessment curriculum development training Six sessions of training were
execution effectiveness evaluation and archive management. This ensures that the training organized covering 94 person-
results are implemented effectively and provide strong support for employee promotion and times helping new employees
performance evaluations. qu ick ly in tegra te in to the
corpora te cu l tu re and job
requirements.Key performance highlights
Investment in employee training: RMB594000
Total participants in training: 578 person-times
Total training duration: 7523.70 hours
Average training duration per employee: 13.01 hours
Training coverage rate: 60%
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Career development
Training on Golden Rule of Recruitment Interview
Based on the requirements of the Company and specific positions training is provided on The Company has established a comprehensive development system for employees. Based on factors such
interview techniques to help select candidates who match the required competencies for the as experience responsibilities work skills performance job positions and market positioning a specialized
positions. promotion and development mechanism has been established for different levels of employees. This system
covers all job categories including management support R&D engineering and after-sales skills and provides
dual development paths in both management and professional roles allowing employees to better unleash their
potential.Promotion mechanism
The Company offers two career development paths: management and technical. Employees can
choose their development direction based on their strengths and career plans. Management
path focuses on cultivating leadership and team management skills. Promoted employees will
be responsible for overall planning team coordination and similar tasks. Technical path focuses
on enhancing professional technical expertise. Employees are encouraged to deeply explore
their technical fields and provide the Company with innovation and support in technology.Each year through performance evaluations and talent reviews promotion conditions and
assessment standards are clearly defined ensuring that "the capable rise and the incompetent
are replaced." This creates broad and fair career development paths for employees.The hiring department submits a list of
candidates for promotion or salary increase
Fenbei Tong training Knowledge sharing competition
Training on the use of Fenbei Tong software is The Company organizes internal knowledge
The Comprehensive Department conducts a
conducted for certain personnel. competitions providing employees with preliminary review
a platform to showcase their skills learn N
and communicate which helps stimulate Y
employees' innovative spirit. The implementation department recommends
and conducts democratic voting
N
Return to the original department for review
Return to the original department for review
Y
Implementation of the “three tests”
N
Return to the original department for review
Y
Publicize and issue appointment letters
Promotion Process
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Occupational Health and Safety Case
The Company has equipped office areas with ergonomic desks and chairs to improve the
ETEK regards occupational health and safety as an important cornerstone for sustainable development. The
Company strictly adheres to relevant laws and regulations such as the Labor Law of the People's Republic of working environment and reduce the risk of occupational injuries caused by prolonged poor
China Fire Prevention Law of the People's Republic of China and industry standards and has formulated sound posture.safety production responsibility system and internal management policies including but not limited to the Safety
Production Responsibility System Regulations on Safety and Civilized Production ESD Protection Regulations
Fire Safety Management Regulations Operating Standards for Hazardous Substance Testing Equipment and
Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures ensuring that all production and management activities
comply with legal requirements.The Company is actively advancing the establishment of an occupational health and safety management system
by systematically identifying and assessing hazardous factors in the production process improving safety risk
identification and control mechanisms and implementing preventive measures and continuous improvements.In this process the Company conducts regular internal and external audits risk assessments and performance
evaluations to gradually achieve the standardization scientific approach and internationalization of occupational
health and safety management.Ergonomic Chairs in the Office Area
Identification of hazardous factors
The Company is equipped with professional testing equipment such as the XRF spectrometer to strictly test raw
materials semi-finished products and finished goods that may contain environmentally regulated substances. Safety emergency plan
This ensures that materials containing prohibited or restricted chemicals do not enter the production process
protecting employee health and environmental safety. The Company regularly monitors occupational hazards
ETEK has developed emergency response plans covering scenarios such as fires power outages natural disasters
such as noise and dust concentration. Based on the testing reports the Company conducts risk assessments and
implements corresponding protective and corrective measures. Anti-static zones are established in the production chemical spills and workplace injuries based on the Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures (ETEK/
workshops with temperature and humidity controlled within reasonable ranges. Employees are required to wear QP-30) and has established an emergency command organizational structure. The Company has clarified safety
anti-static wristbands gloves shoes and clothing to ensure the safety of production operations and product production responsibilities at all levels from the Senior Management to frontline employees with specific safety
quality. management duties assigned to each department. The General Manager leads the safety production leadership
team and department heads take direct responsibility for safety management ensuring the principles of "who is in
charge who is responsible who executes who implements."
Occupational health protection The Company regularly organizes AED training hazardous material handling and equipment safety operations.Each department collaborates with the Comprehensive Department to conduct at least one fire drill and other
The Company provides employees in different positions with personal protective equipment that complies with emergency exercises each year ensuring a rapid and efficient response to emergency situations including rescue
national standards and industry norms and regularly checks its effectiveness and proper usage. The Company personnel evacuation and accident control. In 2024 the Company conducted four emergency training and drill
organizes annual occupational health checkups for employees. For positions with higher risks such as exposure activities significantly enhancing employees’ emergency response and self-rescue capabilities.to high temperatures dust chemicals and noise stricter specialized health examinations and monitoring are
conducted. The Company also provides training on occupational disease prevention to ensure that employees are
fully aware of the risks and protection measures related to their positions.
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Information Technology In specialized fields such as hazardous chemical management ESD protection and noise control the
Department Company regularly invites external experts to provide targeted training and technical guidance continuously
strengthening employees' awareness and skills in risk prevention and control.Securities
Department ETEK continues to enhance employee safety awareness and skill training improving risk control and
emergency management and steadily progressing toward the goal of "zero accidents zero injuries."
Finance Department
Metric Unit 2024
Testing Workshop
Safety investment RMB’0000 21.44
Application
Department Safety training coverage rate % 100
Deputy team
Team leader:
leader: Mao Participants in safety training Person 519Testing Department
Yuan Minmin
Chenglie
Total training hours of production safety Hour 6228
Sales Department
Work-related injury rate % 0
Operations
Department Occurrence of occupational disease % 0
Quality Management Employee checkup coverage rate % 100
Department
Comprehensive Employee Health and Safety Performance
Department
Design Institute Social Contribution and Rural Revitalization
Organizational Structure for Emergency Command
Support for public welfare and charity
ETEK has always adhered to the responsibility philosophy of "Originating from Society Giving Back to Society." The
Company actively participates in various community public welfare activities and charitable donations encouraging
employees to engage in public welfare through various means and contribute positively to social development. We
firmly believe that only by continuously enhancing the Company’s competitiveness while actively fulfilling social
responsibility can we achieve mutual benefit and progress for both the Company and society.Training on the Operation of AED Rescue Equipment Fire Drill
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ETEK donated to the drinking well project in Halazhigou Village Huzhu County supporting water ETEK hosted the "ETEK Cup" badminton match energizing campus life
Case supply projects Case
As a representative enterprise in the ETEK actively supports university campus culture and sports activities. We partnered with Southeast
Xinwu District ETEK actively practices University Wuxi Campus to jointly organize the ETEK Cup badminton match enriching students'
social responsibility and along with other extracurricular lives and promoting industry-academia-research exchanges.enterprise representatives generously
donated to the drinking well project
in Halazhigou Village Huzhu County.This philanthropic effort reflects ETEK's
concern for the welfare of the people
and contributes positively to regional
collaboration and development.Public welfare education for the talented
ETEK understands that education is the foundation for stimulating innovation and achieving sustainable
development. We collaborate closely with multiple universities supporting teaching research and the cultivation Supporting youth and accompanying career development
of high-level talents through donations scholarships and academic exchanges.ETEK actively builds platforms to provide innovative practice opportunities for young talents helping them stay
ETEK established the ETEK Award Fund to promote education for good at the forefront of the industry and grow through experience. We provide quality job opportunities for university
Case
graduates broaden their career paths and deeply participate in talent cultivation assisting from teaching practices
to career guidance ensuring students’ smooth transition into employment.ETEK established the ETEK Award Fund which helps students pursue their dreams through
scholarships. Upholding the spirit of "Striving for Perfection" we promote the wider cultivation of
innovative talent.Best Strategic Partner for University Graduate Employment Hong Kong and Macau Youth Innovation
and Entrepreneurship Base Enterprise
Practice Alliance Unit
91 92Appendices
Social Performance
Appendix 1 Table of Key Performance Metric Unit Data of 2024
Amount of R&D investment RMB’0000 14055.93
Metric Unit Data of 2024 Proportion of R&D investment to
%17.85
Operating revenue RMB’0000 78749.33 operating revenue
Net profit attributable to the listed Number of R&D personnel / 293
RMB’0000 12585.74
company’s shareholders Percentage of researchers in
%56.45
Total assets RMB’0000 145748.26 total workforce
Basic earnings per share RMB 0.94 New intellectual property
Case 42
applications in 2024
Environmental Performance —New invention patent
Case 24
applications
Metric Unit Data of 2024
—New utility model patent
Environmental Total investment in environmental Case 4
RMB’0000 1.09 applications
input protection
Direct (Scope 1) GHG emissions tCO2e 100.78 —New software copyright Case 3
applications
Indirect (Scope 2) GHG emissions tCO2e 1036.94 Innovation and R&D
—Other new applications Case 11
GHG emissions Total GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) tCO2e 1137.72
Total number of intellectual
Total GHG emissions per million revenue Case 234
tCO2e/RMB1 million 1.44 property rights applications
(Scope 1 and 2)
New intellectual property
Total electricity consumption kWh 173.46 Case 52
authorizations in 2024
Gasoline Ton 32.14
—New invention patent
Case 40
Natural gas 10000 cubic meters 0.03 authorizations
Liquefied petroleum gas Ton 0.07 —New utility model patent
Energy usage Case 5
Outsourced electricity kWh 173.46 authorizations
Total energy consumption tons of standard coal 260.99 —New software copyright Case 3
authorizations
Total energy consumption per million tons of standard coal/
0.33
revenue RMB'0000 —Other new authorizations Case 4
Water usage Total water intake volume Ton 4160 Total intellectual property Case 191
authorizationsw
Volume of non-hazardous waste generated Ton 6.2 Employees with bachelor's / 279
Solid waste Volume of non-hazardous waste recycled Ton 1 Educational background degree or above
discharge 0.16 of R&D personnelVolume of hazardous waste generated Ton Employees with below bachelor's degree / 14
Volume of hazardous waste recycled Ton 0.16
93 94Social Performance Social Performance
Aged under 30 / 206 Employment contract signing rate % 100
Age of R&D personnel Aged 31-50 / 77 Social insurance coverage rate % 100
Aged 51-60 / 10 Total employee discrimination cases Case 0
Product quality Product quality compliance rate % 100 Labor standards Coverage rate of union/collective bargaining agreement % 100Customer complaint resolution
Customer service rate % 100 Forced labor incidents Case 0
Customer satisfaction rate % 100 Child Labor Incidents Case 0
Number of employees / 519 Participants in safety training Person 519
Number of employees Total training hours of production safety Hour 6228
engaged during the / 100 Per capita training duration Hour 12
New recruits Reporting Period Safety training coverage rate % 100
Of which: New / 51 Safety drills and emergency exercises Time 4graduates Coverage of occupational health
Number of employees by gender Male employees / 328 Occupational examination
%100
Female employees / 191 health and safety Occurrence of occupational disease % 0Employment Senior managers / 16 Major production safety accidents for the Number of employees by year Case 0
position level Middle managers / 53 Work-related injury rate % 0Grassroots employees / 450 Number of work-related death / 0
Employees with
bachelor's degree or / 392 Work-related deaths per 100 million
Person/
Number of employees by revenue RMB100 0
educational background above millionEmployees with below / 127 Total number of suppliers / 109bachelor's degree Supplier China (including Employee turnover rate Turnover rate % 9 management Number of suppliers by geographical Hong Kong Macau / 107
Number of employees trained Person 578 region and Taiwan)Overseas suppliers / 2
Total employee training hours Hour 7523.70 Information security training conducted Time 4
Average training hours of
employees Hour 13.01 Total participants in information security Person 30
Employee training Employee training coverage rate % 60 Information
training
security Total hours of participation in information Senior employees % 28 security training
Hour 4
Proportion of employees who O昀昀ensive and defensive drills conducted Time 2
received training (by level) Mid-level employees % 32
Grassroots employees % 40 Information leakage incidents Case 0
Employee satisfaction Contributions to Charitable contribution RMB’0000 45
survey Employee satisfaction % 95.34 the society Tax rating level A
95 96Governance Performance Appendix 2 Report Index Table
Data of
Metric Unit
2024 Report Index Table of the Guidelines No. 14 of Shanghai Stock Exchange for Self-regulation of Listed
Companies - Sustainability Report (Trial) (April 2024)
Members of the Board of Directors / 9
By independent
Number 3 Disclosure
director Dimension No. Article Corresponding Report Chapter
Independent or not Percentage of Requirement
independent % 33.33 Climate change
1 Articles 21-28 Section 1 of Chapter III Climate Change Tackling
directors tackling
Doctor Number 2 Pollutant Section 4 of Chapter III Waste and Pollutant
Composition of 2 Article 30
Master Number 4 discharge Managementthe Board of By educational background
Directors Below bachelor's Section 4 of Chapter III Waste and Pollutant
Number 3 3 Waste disposal Article 31
degree Management
Male directors Number 7 Not applicable. The Company’s location is not
By gender
Ecosystem and within a key protection area and its production and
Female directors Number 2
4 biodiversity Article 32 business activities do not have a significant negative
Aged 50 and above Number 5 protection impact on ecosystems and biodiversity. As such this
By age Environment
issue has not been included in ETEK's ESG topics.Aged under 50 Number 4
Environmental
Board of Directors' meetings Time 8 Section 2 of Chapter III Environmental Compliance
5 compliance Article 33
Meetings of the Board of Directors' Audit Management
Time 5 management
Committee
Section 5 of Chapter III Energy and Water Resource
Board of Supervisors' meetings Time 8 6 Energy usage Article 35
Usage - Energy usage
Company
Number of Shareholders' Meeting held Time 2 Usage of water Section 5 of Chapter III Energy and Water Resource
operations 7 Article 36
Number of proposals approved by the Board of resources Usage - Usage of water resources
/38
Directors Circular Section 3 of Chapter III Green Office - Circular
Number of proposals approved by the Board of 8 Article 37
/ 22 economy economy
Supervisors
Number of proposals approved by the Rural Section 4 of Chapter IV Social Contribution and
/ 13 9 Article 39
Shareholders' Meeting revitalization Rural Revitalization
Number of violations of antitrust and unfair
Case 0 Contributions Section 4 of Chapter IV Social Contribution and
Compliance competition laws 10 Article 40
management Number of violations of social laws and
to the society Rural Revitalization
Case 0
regulations Innovation-
11 Article 42 Section 1 of Chapter II Innovation-Driven
Cash dividend per share in 2024 RMB 0.6 Society driven
Interests of Ethics of
Number of disclosed report documents / 62 Section 1 of Chapter II Innovation-Driven - Ethics of
investors 12 science and Article 43
science and technology
Number of investor research meetings held Time 4 technology
Anti-commercial Supply chain
Integrity education and employee training 13 Article 45 Section 3 of Chapter II Supply Chain Security
bribery and % 100 security
coverage
anti-corruption
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