Chairman: I’m Harris Cheng. The current chairman and co-founder of Greenvines, a Taiwanese skincare company with a strong emphasis on ESG principles. I’m proud to share that greenvines has successfully obtained B Corp certification. Having met the rigorous standard offered by B impact assessment.

Good afternoon, everyone. I'm pleased to welcome you to this panel discussion focusing on driving positive environmental impact within the cosmetic industry. As we all know, the sector is crucial, and today, we're here to share our previous projects, our insights on eco-friendly behaviors, and the possible future strategies that will contribute to a sustainable future. Let's start with procurement. I will invite the Procurement Director who has been actively involved in aligning practices with ESG principles after we finish our sharing. Also, I invited some other professionals to give us a brief explanation of what the environmental aspect should cover.

First, let's introduce the guests who are here today.

Let’s start with procurement, I will invite the procurement director who has been actively involved in aligning practices with ESG principles after we finish our sharing. Also, I invited some other professionals to give us a brief explanation of what the environmental aspect should cover.

Procurement Director: Thank you, Chairman. In our procurement strategy, we prioritize environmental assessment, social responsibility, fair trade, and indigenous peoples' rights (General Categories). For instance (followed by very concrete examples and explanations), when sourcing materials for our shampoo products, we've actively sought suppliers with a commitment to sustainable sourcing of raw materials. Our company is committed to sustainable development and we are in search of shampoo products that meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. This includes using recycled bottles and ensuring that our suppliers adhere to fair labor practices. The image below shows how our corporation recycles empty bottles. First, wash the bottles, Second, click the topic "Empty bottles recycling" in the official LINE account and finally, fill the form and go to 7-11 to send the bottles. 

"The benefits of using recycled bottles"

1. Reduction in pollution: Recycling reduces pollution, as the process of extracting and processing raw materials often leads to air and water pollution.

2. Economic benefits: Recycling creates jobs in the waste management and recycling sectors. 

3. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions: By saving energy through recycling, greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global climate change are significantly reduced.

4. Environmental friendliness: The production process of sustainable materials can minimize environmental impact.

Environmental Department: Good day, chairman. I'm the head of the environmental department at this conference. As the CEO of Burt's Bees, I am proud to share our commitment to producing cosmetics in an eco-friendly manner. At Burt's Bees, we prioritize sustainability at every step of our production process. From sourcing natural ingredients like beeswax and botanical extracts to utilizing environmentally friendly packaging, we strive to minimize our impact on the planet. Starting by carefully selecting natural ingredients from reliable and responsible sources, our commitment to sustainability extends to cultivating and harvesting these ingredients, ensuring that they are ethically sourced and have a minimal environmental impact.

When manufacturing, Burt's Bees is committed to reducing waste at every stage of production. For instance, we strive to minimize energy consumption throughout the manufacturing process and invest in energy-efficient technologies and processes to reduce our carbon footprint like using renewable energy sources where possible and implementing energy-saving measures in our facilities. Also, water is a precious resource, and we are dedicated to using it responsibly in our manufacturing processes. We implement water conservation measures, such as recycling and reusing water wherever feasible. On packaging, We employ strategies to minimize packaging waste, opting for recyclable materials and designing packaging that is both functional and environmentally friendly. Additionally, we actively seek opportunities to recycle and repurpose manufacturing by-products. We understand the importance of responsible production in the beauty industry. We are dedicated to ensuring that our processes reflect our commitment to the well-being of both our customers and the planet.