Waste Management 

We place strong emphasis on waste sorting and disposal. Our waste can be classified into general and hazardous industrial waste. With a view to facilitating resource recovery from general industrial waste, we have set up 12 waste sorting stations. After sorting, waste is transported to large recycling sites for treatment and disposal by qualified eco-friendly businesses that we have signed cooperation agreements with. In 2022, general industrial waste amounting to 478.29 metric tons was managed and controlled by designated personnel by utilizing standardized forms. In the same year, we processed a total of 35.80 tons of hazardous industrial waste in the following five categories: waste liquids, pharmaceuticals, empty bottles, medical and lab waste. If lab waste is not treated properly, it causes negative impact on the environment. We had therefore commissioned the Resource Recovery Plant of National Cheng Kung University Environment Resource Management Research Center to treat and dispose of waste liquids, pharmaceuticals, and empty bottles. Medical and lab waste was treated and disposed of by EPA-approved businesses.

Waste Reduction Measures

Organization of LOHAS reward point activity

Students who brought their own tableware and reusable cups were eligible to participate in the reward point activity in the student cafeteria (10 points can be redeemed for products worth NT$ 100).

Banning of disposable and melamine resin tableware

We had signed agreements with catering providers requiring them to replace disposable and melamine resin tableware with reusable tableware to reduce the amount of disposable waste.

Adoption of an e-document system

An e-document system was adopted in 2022 to decrease our paper consumption.

Reuse of Second-Hand Materials

We organize annual charity sales of fully-functional but unused items in the homes of faculty and staff members and students. Consumers can demonstrate their compassion by buying these items, thereby maximizing their reuse value and realizing the goal of resource recycling. 10 charity sales were held in 2022. We will persist in our efforts to organize such activities in cooperation with student clubs.

Lab and Chemical Management

We apply for valid permits pursuant to applicable laws and regulations for the handling and use of toxic substances and chemicals and have established an online chemicals management system to manage and control destinations and usage amounts. Procurement of chemical is subject to filling out of forms in the system and review and approval by the Environmental Safety Section. Procurement of toxic substances requires online reporting of purchased amounts and usage records on a quarterly basis to enable effective control and management.