2022 Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Taiding New Energy Zhejiang Technology Co., Ltd.

Corporate progress is closely linked to the broader public; guided by its corporate mission, Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. has consistently deepened its understanding of social responsibility and honored its commitments in this area. With a focus on elevating both its development standards and social impact, the company remains committed to environmental sustainability and safe production, pragmatically advancing healthy, sustainable growth. By striving to maximize the integrated value across economic, social, and environmental dimensions, it aims to become an exemplary “corporate citizen.”

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

I. Company Overview
Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of Ecovacs Robotics Co., Ltd. (stock abbreviation: “Ecovacs,” stock code: 603486). Originally the Battery Business Unit of Suzhou Tongfan Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., the company was independently established in 2017 as Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. It is a high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, design, manufacturing, and sales of lithium‑battery modules, providing comprehensive lithium‑ion battery solutions and related products for applications such as robotic vacuum cleaners, smart cordless vacuum cleaners, smart cordless floor scrubbers, power tools, garden tools, and self‑balancing scooters.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

Guided by the corporate philosophy of “rigor and integrity, pragmatism and innovation, people‑centricity, and gratitude,” the company remains committed to technological and managerial innovation. Leveraging an internationally aligned management system and proven industry expertise, it has reached a new milestone in its pursuit of innovation and quality, further advancing toward international cooperation and a globally oriented development model.
 
II. Party Building Leads the Way, United in Fighting the Epidemic

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

In order to earnestly implement the latest requirements of the Suzhou COVID‑19 Prevention and Control Command, rigorously and meticulously enforce all prevention and control measures, and swiftly build an impenetrable defense against the pandemic, the Party Branch of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. has responded enthusiastically to the government’s call, sounding the “call to action” for epidemic prevention at the earliest possible moment. More than a hundred company volunteers have rushed to the front lines, entering enterprises and residential communities to assist medical staff with nucleic acid sampling, actively disseminating preventive health information, verifying health codes and travel histories, reminding residents to prepare their ID cards, and carrying out related data entry, maintaining on‑site order, and providing attentive guidance to the public—ensuring that nucleic acid sampling proceeds in an orderly manner.
 

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

 
To celebrate the 101st anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, warmly welcome the successful convening of the 20th National Congress of the CPC, vigorously promote the great spirit of Party building, and earnestly inspire all party members of the branch with patriotic and pro‑Party enthusiasm, the Party Branch of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. organized a themed Party Day activity titled “Warmly Welcoming the 20th National Congress: Forever Follow the Party,” marking the 101st anniversary of the Party’s founding.

 
III. Humanistic Environment and Employee Rights
We strive to create a positive living environment and workplace, foster a strong corporate culture, and ensure that every employee feels the warmth and comfort of the Taiding family. The company also provides an excellent platform for personal and professional development. We are committed to cultivating a favorable living environment and work atmosphere for our employees.
1. Safeguard employees’ rights and improve the benefits system.
The company has established and continuously refined a fair and transparent compensation and benefits system, steadily enhancing employee remuneration incentives. In strict compliance with national laws and regulations, including the Labor Contract Law, the Labor Law, and the Social Insurance Law, the company maintains lawful and formal employment relationships with its employees, provides equal opportunities for employment and career advancement, offers uniform welfare benefits, and safeguards employees’ legitimate rights and interests. Furthermore, the company actively fosters internal communication and collaboration platforms—such as the corporate website, the general manager’s mailbox, the official WeChat account, and enterprise WeChat groups—to strengthen dialogue with employees, encourage them to submit constructive improvement suggestions, bolster organizational cohesion, and express appreciation through tangible rewards.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

2. Strengthen employee training and expand career development opportunities.
The company continues to intensify its efforts to advance employee training programs and initiatives. In alignment with employees’ career development goals, it offers a diverse array of training opportunities spanning multiple disciplines, levels, and formats. By leveraging external expert-led sessions and company-wide training, the organization consistently elevates the overall competence of its workforce and enhances the strategic capabilities of the enterprise.
 

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

3. Keep employees at heart and strengthen their sense of belonging.
Adhering to a people‑centered approach and pursuing innovative development, the company has established multiple channels for employees to voice their concerns, actively soliciting their opinions and suggestions. It has strengthened its institutional framework, fostered harmonious labor relations, and effectively safeguarded the legitimate rights and interests of its workforce. By vigorously organizing activities such as safety and vocational skills training, technical workshops, sports events, and competitive contests, the company strives to enhance employees’ ideological awareness and professional competence. Furthermore, the company takes advantage of traditional festivals to distribute benefits, extending festive greetings and best wishes to all staff. It also actively hosts a variety of cultural programs, enriching employees’ leisure lives and promoting the enterprise’s balanced and harmonious development.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

4. Strengthen awareness of workplace safety and ensure personal safety.
In accordance with laws, regulations, and management systems on work safety, we establish work‑safety management objectives and ensure their implementation from the company’s top leadership down to workshop team leaders, with every employee signing a work‑safety responsibility agreement. During “Work Safety Month,” we regularly organize company‑wide educational and training sessions on work safety, legal compliance, fire safety, traffic safety, and other related topics.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

IV. Corporate Governance Development
The company has meticulously developed its management manual in strict accordance with the requirements of various standard systems, covering everything from the internal organizational structure and departmental responsibilities to job descriptions and document management. It further establishes a comprehensive set of procedures, including process controls and work instructions, to refine every aspect of production and operational management. The company has standardized its production processes and management approval workflows, ensuring rigorous oversight across production management, quality management, planning, materials management, equipment management, and other critical areas, thereby safeguarding product quality.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

To address various foreseeable and unforeseeable operational risks, occupational health and safety risks, quality risks, and other potential hazards, the company has established an independent risk management department and implemented a comprehensive risk management framework, including emergency response plans for contingencies. These measures encompass, but are not limited to, procedures for hazard identification and risk assessment and control; procedures for managing responses to risks and opportunities; checklists for identifying occupational health and safety risks and opportunities; hazard identification and risk assessment forms; emergency preparedness and response procedures; emergency response plans for chemical hazards; and emergency response plans for natural gas incidents, along with other relevant risk‑management documents and associated contingency plans.
 
V. Environmental Protection, Energy Conservation, and Green Low-Carbon Development
The company has implemented refined management across production, procurement, and finance, phased out outdated equipment and processes, and enhanced its competitiveness, thereby improving energy conservation, emissions reduction, and operational efficiency at the source. Through technological upgrades and innovation, it has reduced energy and resource consumption, lowered pollutant emissions, and created favorable conditions for sustainable growth. In alignment with the national dual‑carbon goals, the company is actively pursuing a green transformation, expanding into the new‑energy sector, strengthening its capabilities to support the upgrading of China’s domestic household service‑robot industry, and contributing to the country’s early achievement of carbon‑peak and carbon‑neutral targets.
The company actively promotes water and energy conservation among all employees, using energy-efficient lighting in office areas and implementing a “lights off when leaving” policy. When selecting office equipment, the company prioritizes low‑energy‑consumption models, while also fostering employees’ environmental awareness, thereby making a meaningful contribution to building an environmentally friendly, resource‑conserving society.
 
VI. Responsibility for Protecting the Rights and Interests of Supplier Partners
Supplier partners are the providers of the company’s products, and together they co‑create business value. The company consistently upholds the principles of integrity, mutual benefit, and equal consultation, fostering and maintaining strong relationships with its suppliers—leveraging each other’s strengths for mutually beneficial, win‑win outcomes.
1. Prioritize and safeguard supplier interests. Maintaining strong strategic partnerships with suppliers has long been a core objective of the company. The company continuously manages and promptly updates supplier records, maintaining an approved supplier roster. Regular communication with suppliers enables the company to solicit their feedback on improving the supply chain system, fostering mutually beneficial collaboration.
2. The company is committed to implementing a fair and transparent procurement system. When engaging in business cooperation with suppliers, it employs standardized and regulated selection procedures, thereby effectively upholding a fair and impartial trading environment and safeguarding the legitimate interests of its suppliers. Additionally, the company conducts supplier qualification assessments and manages and evaluates the business transactions of qualified suppliers.
3. Faithfully perform contractual obligations and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of suppliers. Uphold business integrity and eliminate corrupt practices in procurement activities. The company makes payments to suppliers strictly in accordance with the procurement contracts, thereby legally protecting their rights and interests. We maintain smooth and mutually beneficial cooperation with our suppliers, earning their trust.
 
VII. Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility
Enterprises strive to operate effectively, leveraging their own growth to drive local economic and social development, thereby contributing to societal stability and prosperity. Upholding core social values and ethical standards, they safeguard the environment and nurture a sustainable green home, actively engage in public welfare to spread compassion, and regard giving back to society as an essential corporate responsibility integral to their business and development.

2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report of Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

1. Establish and improve sound public relations.
The company proactively strengthens communication and collaboration with governments at all levels and relevant authorities, seeking understanding and support from all sectors of society to foster a favorable external environment for the enterprise’s sound and green development.
2. Operate with integrity and pay taxes in accordance with the law.
Suzhou Taiding Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. adheres to sound and ethical business practices, fulfills its statutory tax obligations in good faith, and makes significant contributions to national and local fiscal revenues, thereby fostering and driving both its own growth and the broader regional economy.
3. Spreading love and giving back through public welfare.
Continuously advance corporate development and create more employment opportunities for society; strengthen support for public welfare initiatives, encourage acts of kindness and mutual assistance, and place particular emphasis on the local community’s progress in social, cultural, educational, health, and safety domains. Show concern for vulnerable groups in the region and effectively promote social harmony.