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BANGKOK, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices (DJ BIC, formerly DJSI) for the fifth consecutive year since 2021. The recognition follows Delta Thailand's continued progress in sustainability, including its net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target across the value chain by 2050, approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as part of Delta Electronics, Inc.'s subsidiaries, and its RE100 commitment to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2030. Both initiatives remain on track as planned. As of 2025, Delta Thailand and its subsidiaries have collectively achieved 69% renewable electricity. Delta Thailand is also the only Thai company in the "ITC Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components" industry segment included in the indices.
Delta Thailand is listed in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index, a global benchmark for sustainability performance, reflecting its high performance in S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which identifies leading companies based on long-term economic, environmental, and social criteria.
"Delta Thailand's inclusion in the DJ BIC for the fifth consecutive year demonstrates the impact of our sustainability initiatives and our commitment to continuous improvement. Through the assessment, we gain valuable insights to strengthen our performance against global benchmarks. Delta Thailand's performance would not be possible without the commitment of our employees," said Victor Cheng, Chief Executive Officer, Delta Thailand.
Advancing Decarbonization and Clean Energy Transition
In 2026, Delta Thailand was also recognized in the Clean200™ for the second consecutive year. The Clean200™ is a global ranking that evaluates more than 8,000 companies and identifies 200 publicly traded firms generating substantial revenue from sustainable solutions. Additionally, Delta is committed to a net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions target across the value chain by 2050, approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), using 2021 as the base year. The company aims to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 and Scope 3 emissions by 25%, with a long-term target of a 90% reduction across all scopes by 2050. These commitments represent a structured approach to decarbonization and support the transition to a low-carbon future. Furthermore, Delta has committed to RE100, targeting 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by an innovative internal carbon pricing mechanism.
About the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices
The Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices are a family of float-adjusted market capitalization weighted indices that track equity markets while applying a sustainability best-in-class selection process.
Each year, more than 12,000 companies are invited to participate in the CSA. Approximately 3,500 of the largest companies globally are assessed and considered for inclusion in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices.
Delta Thailand's inclusion in the DJ BIC, based on the CSA, reflects its strong ESG performance and continued progress in addressing environmental risks, improving resource efficiency, and advancing toward net-zero operations.
The company's continued recognition reinforces Delta Thailand's position as a sustainability leader in the industry. Delta Thailand remains committed to sustainable development, long-term value creation for stakeholders, and contributing to a more resilient and energy-efficient future.
About Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Founded in 1988, Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL. is a producer of power and thermal management products and solutions. The company is a subsidiary of Delta Electronics, Inc. with the mission statement, "To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow," which reflects the company's strong belief in sustainable development especially with issues related to the environment.
As an energy-saving solutions provider with core competencies in power electronics and innovative research and development, Delta's business categories include Power Electronics, Mobility, Automation and Infrastructure. The company's global presence is supported by its sales offices in key regions around the world; manufacturing facilities in India, Slovakia and Thailand; and several R&D centers located in Thailand, India, Germany and other countries
Delta continues to earn numerous recognitions for its achievements in the region and domestically. Some awards won include the prestigious ASEAN Business Award, Stock Exchange of Thailand's Best Company Performance Award and the coveted Prime Minister's Best Industry Award.
For detailed information about Delta Thailand, please visit: www.DeltaThailand.com
YOFC's 2025 ESG and Sustainability Report shows the optical fiber giant reducing emissions as technological innovation and smarter manufacturing drive measurable gains.
WUHAN, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC) reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 13.12% year on year and cut total carbon emissions by 86,333 tonnes in 2025. YOFC monitors carbon performance via its self-developed SmartCarbon platform. The platform obtained third-party verification from Bureau Veritas in 2025 and enables granular carbon data tracking at both organizational and product levels.
The results, disclosed in the company's 2025 ESG and Sustainability Report published last week, show a 4.54% reduction in energy consumption intensity, a 28.54% drop in water consumption intensity, and total green electricity consumption of 159,279 MWh. All environmental improvements came alongside YOFC's steady global business expansion, with no compromise to production capacity or global supply capacity.
The sustainability progress comes as YOFC continues to expand its global footprint, having held top-ranking market share in optical preforms, optical fiber, and optical cable for 10 consecutive years across more than 100 countries and regions with nine overseas production facilities.
"In the era of artificial intelligence, optical communication infrastructure is becoming a key foundation of the digital economy. Building that infrastructure sustainably is a strategic core of our long-term development, not a separate obligation," said Dan Zhuang, executive director and president of YOFC.
As a frontrunner in smart, low-carbon manufacturing, YOFC runs a network of digitally smart manufacturing facilities. It deploys automation and digital solutions to boost efficiency, product consistency and low-carbon operations. In 2025, YOFC led or contributed to the formulation of 42 industry standards.
On the product side, YOFC's hollow-core optical fiber achieved a minimum attenuation of 0.04 dB/km, a world-leading figure that will allow network operators to build higher-capacity infrastructure at significantly lower energy cost as AI workloads scale.
Sustainability is embedded throughout YOFC's entire business ecosystem. The Company fully adheres to the ISO 28000 supply chain security management system and has formalized security commitments with all raw material and service suppliers. All suppliers have signed the External Party Code of Conduct and integrity agreements, achieving full compliance at a 100% signing rate. Total annual employee training hours amounted to 238,261, underscoring YOFC's ongoing dedication to talent development and social responsibility as integral pillars of its ESG strategy.
With targets of a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2028 compared with 2021 levels and carbon neutrality by 2055, technological innovation and global expansion will remain central to YOFC's green transformation.
"We will continue to advance our green and low-carbon transition, deepen our global presence, and work with industry partners to build a connectivity ecosystem that is more efficient, more intelligent, and more durable," Zhuang said.
JIAXING, China, May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- APsystems (SH.688348), a leading provider of distributed PV and energy storage solutions, has released its 2025 ESG Sustainability Report – the company's third consecutive annual disclosure. The report details progress across environmental, social, and governance dimensions, with a renewed focus on governance upgrades, AI empowerment, and low-carbon impact.
"In the global energy transition, APsystems remains at the forefront of the era, with the mission to "Drive a zero-carbon future and make smart energy accessible to everyone," said Dr. Ling Zhimin, Chairman and CEO of APsystems. "We will continue to embrace technological change, expand our global footprint, and embed ESG principles deeply into operations – striving to become the safest and most efficient clean energy converter."
Deepening its commitment to ESG, APsystems upgraded its ESG governance to a four-tier integrated framework, creating a closed-loop decision-making and oversight mechanism. The company identified 19 core ESG topics for 2025 – including digital transformation as a new priority. It also reinforced business ethics, internal controls, and compliance through regular training and end-to-end risk management. As a result, APsystems received multiple ESG awards, including "Model Sustainable Development Enterprise" and "ESG Model Listed Company".
Aligned with IFRS S2, APsystems conducted climate scenario assessments and standardized GHG management. All contract manufacturers are ISO 14001 certified. With cumulative MLPE shipments exceeding 7.5 GW across 168 countries and regions, the company has enabled nearly 9.5 TWh of clean energy generation, avoiding approximately 12 million tons of CO₂ emissions.
R&D remains a top priority: over 50% of APsystems' workforce is in R&D, holding more than 230 IP rights including over 100 invention patents. The company advances three business segments –plug in solar& storage, residential, and C&I solar-storage. Landmark projects include the 25 MW Nanjing International Expo Center (China's largest single-capacity microinverter power station) and a 100 MW / 400 MWh energy storage power station located in Shenzhou, China. Certified under ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and with a closed-loop customer service system achieving 80%+ satisfaction across all regions, APsystems ensures stable quality, data security, and a resilient, localized supply chain.
Focusing on AI-driven digital transformation, APsystems leverages AI across its solar &storage product lines to build a smart energy ecosystem. Key digital launches include "BESS AI" for home energy management, "AP Designer" for power station design, and the "Blue Ocean Navigation" energy internet platform, and the "APbot" smart customer service robot, along with enterprise-wide data platforms, have improved operational efficiency, data compliance, and equipment traceability.
Upholding a people-centric approach, APsystems prioritizes employee care and development, achieving 94.14% employee satisfaction, 100% training coverage. In 2025, APsystems donated over RMB 2.39 million in public welfare supplies – including more than 8,000 solar lamps and 1,800 portable power stations.
In 2026, APsystems will continue to integrate solar &storage as its core growth driver, guided by ESG principles, to advance global green energy solutions and co-build a zero-carbon future with all stakeholders.
*For the complete 2025 ESG Sustainability Report, please click here.
