External Engagement

Associations / Initiatives

Policies and Regulations

International Organizations

Climate-related Engagement

Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors	Professional Committee	Membership	Topic(s) for Collaboration in 2024
Taiwan Cement Manufacturers' Association	▲	▲	▲	- Cement sales and production process exchange - Occupational safety and health guidelines for the cement industry - Partnership program with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Ministry of Labor
Asian Cement Producers Amity Club			▲	- Cement sales and production process exchange
Taiwan Ready-Mixed Concrete Industry Association	▲	▲	▲	- Cement sales and production process exchange - Exchange and sharing of information on laws, regulations, and practical matters
Taiwan Concrete Institute	▲	▲	▲	- Concrete Quality / Engineering Specifications - 2024 Taiwan Concrete Applications & Innovations Conference
Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA)			▲	- Green procurement - Low-carbon products - Net-zero emissions
TCC GROUP HOLDINGS’s Northern Regional Labor Union			▲
Taiwan Construction Research Institute			▲
New Taipei City Industrial Association			▲
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BUILDING TECHNOLOGY		▲		- Seminar on the Challenges of Low-Carbon Trends in Public Construction
Taichung City Ready-Mixed Concrete Industry Association			▲	- Industry Coordination, Technical Improvement, and Development Exchange
TAIWAN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE ASSOCIATION	▲		▲
Monte Jade Science & Technology Association of Taiwan	▲		▲
Taiwan Institute of Directors	▲		▲
TAIWAN STOCK AFFAIRS ASSOCIATION	▲		▲
The Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce	▲		▲
The Third Wednesday Club	▲		▲
Chinese International Economic Cooperation Association	▲		▲
Cross-Strait CEO Summit	▲		▲
The Institute of Internal Auditors –Chinese Taiwan			▲	- Attending seminars, meetings, and educational sessions held by the Institute of Internal Auditors (ROC)
International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA)	▲
Federation for Asian Cultural Promotion			▲
The Chinese Institute of Mining and Metallurgical Engineers			▲
Taiwan Cement Manufacturers Association	▲	▲	▲	- Issues and Proposals Related to the Cement Industry
Taiwan Marble Association	▲	▲	▲	- Joint Training for Open-Pit Mine Rescue Teams - New Mineral Exploration Technology — Ultra-Low Frequency Electromagnetic Wave Technique
Taiwan Carbon Capture Storage and Utilization Association	▲		▲	- Issues and Proposals Related to Carbon Capture and Storage
Taiwan Electric Power Association	▲		▲	- Trends in the Power Industry - Industry Consultation Prior to the Formulation of Public Sector Electricity Policies or Regulations
Taiwan Society for Circular Economy			▲
Green factory label information network		▲		- Evaluation of Manufacturers Applying for Green Factory Certification
Taiwan Biomass Energy Industry Association	▲	▲	▲	- Participation and Recommendations on Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) Standards and Regulations
Chinese Institute of Engineers			▲
CNS Certification Mark Association	▲		▲
Taiwan Bio-energy Technology Development Association	▲	▲	▲	- Regulations and Standards for Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF)
American Concrete Institute (ACI)			▲
National Standards Technical Committee		▲
Taiwan Computer Emergency Response Team / Coordination Center			▲	- Cybersecurity Threat Reporting and Intelligence Sharing
Hong Kong Construction Materials Association (HKCMA)			▲	- Representing industry members in communication and discussion with the government and legislature regarding construction-related policies
Hualien County Net-Zero Emissions Promotion Task Force		▲		- Carbon reduction measures at the factory level and related county government policies on carbon reduction issues
Hualien Industrial Association			▲	- Obtaining information on relevant government policies or draft policies and conveying industry perspectives
Academia-Industry Consortium For Southern Taiwan Science Park			▲
National University of Tainan－Industry-Academia Alliance for Lithium Battery Center			▲
Changhua Coastal Industrial Park Service Center	▲
Taiwan Photovoltaic Industry Association	▲			- Communicating with public authorities on permit applications, regulations, or policy issues related to the development of photovoltaic plants - Industry consultation prior to the formulation of photovoltaic-related policies or management measures by public authorities
Taiwan Geothermal Association			▲
Ocean Energy Taiwan			▲
Taitung County Tourism Association			▲
Taiwan Renewable Energy Association	▲		▲	- Discussion on Renewable Energy and Related Policies
Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce, Taiwan			▲	- Providing recommendations to the government to improve the business operating environment - Promoting international economic and trade relations in line with the rapid growth of Taiwan's foreign trade
INTERNATIONAL OCEAN FREIGHT FORWARDERS & LOGISTICS ASSOCIATION, TAIWAN			▲	- Coordinating industry relations, promoting mutual benefits, and expanding international exchanges
Kaohsiung Truck Cargo Transportation Association			▲	- Assisting in the implementation, research, and recommendation of government economic policies and commercial laws
ASSOCIATION OF SHIPPING SERVICES，R.O.C.			▲
Taipei Shipping Agents Association			▲
Taipei Shipowners' Association	▲			- Assisting in the implementation of government directives and participating in various social initiatives - Supporting the improvement and development of the shipping industry, technology, and talent cultivation
National Association of Chinese Shipowners	▲			- Research and Improvement of Maritime Technology - Cultivation of Maritime Talent and Promotion of Skill Training for Industry Personnel
Pingtung County Sand and Gravel Commerce Association	▲		▲
Kaohsiung Sand and Gravel Association	▲		▲
Taiwan Sand and Gravel Association	▲		▲
Taiwan Business Council for Sustainable Development	▲		▲	- Nature and Biodiversity
Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy			▲	- ESG Sustainability Trends, Industrial Low-Carbon Transition, and Energy Transition
Taiwan Net Zero Emissions Association	▲		▲	- Industrial Low-Carbon Transition and Net-Zero Emissions
CommonWealth CWS			▲	- Biodiversity / TNFD, Low-Carbon Cement / Building Materials, Carbon Fees, and Just Transition
ESG Global Views Common Good Ecosphere			▲	- ESG Sustainability Trends
Cement's producers association of Côte d'Ivoire			▲
Turkish Cement Manufacturers' Association	▲	▲	▲	- Participated in the Environmental and Climate Change Committee to discuss current legislative processes, carbon emissions trading systems, and procedures related to alternative fuels. - Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) projects
Cement Industry Employers' Association		▲	▲	- Participated in the Occupational Health and Safety Committee to promote a culture of workplace safety and health within the industry
Ankara Chamber of Commerce and Industry			▲
Turkish Ready Mixed Concrete Association			▲
National Association for Waste and Environmental Management	▲	▲	▲	- Waste management and alternative fuel management
drymix.info			▲
National Plasterers Council			▲
ATIC - Portuguese Cement Manufacture's Association	▲	▲	▲	- Cement-related technologies and applications
CEMBUREAU - European Cement Aassociation			▲
CCIP - Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry			▲	- Supported Portuguese enterprises by providing export assistance and international market development support to enhance their competitiveness both domestically and globally
ANIET - National Association of Extractive and Manufacturing Industries	▲	▲	▲
ANIPB - National Association of Precast Concrete Industries			▲
APEB - Portuguese Association of Ready-Mixed Concrete Companies	▲	▲	▲
IPQ - Instituto Português da Qualidade			▲	- Coordinated the Portuguese Quality System (SPQ) and other legally designated regulatory certification systems - Developed and promoted Portuguese standards aligned with international best practices
APIGCEE - Electic Energy Intensive Industries Association	▲	▲	▲	- Assisted in establishing an electricity regulatory framework to promote transparency in power generation, transmission, and distribution activities - Coordinated and integrated member actions related to industrial electricity usage
BCSD - Conselho Empresarial Desenvolvimento Sustentável			▲	- Net-zero emissions - Nature-positive development
c5LAB - Collaborative Lab	▲	▲	▲	- New sustainable solutions in carbon capture and utilization, synthetic fuel production, energy efficiency, low-carbon clinker, and environmentally friendly cement and concrete construction
CIP - Portuguese Business Confederation	▲	▲	▲	- Promoted innovation in the cement industry and disseminated key technological knowledge to members
ECRA - European Cement Research Academy			▲	- Promoted innovation in the cement industry - Participated in seminars and workshops to acquire the latest knowledge in cement and concrete technologies

Organizations	Topics	Contributions of TCC in 2024
Industrial Development Bureau, MOEA International Trade Administration, MOEA Customs Administration, Ministry of Finance	Commodity tax/ Anti-dumping duty	Continuously raised concerns regarding the fairness of the commodity tax on cement and submitted an anti-dumping duty application against Vietnamese cement clinker
Public Construction Commission, Executive Yuan	Chapter 03050 of the General Guidelines for Public Construction Works	Negotiation and Adjustment of the Public Construction Commission's General Technical Specifications – Chapter 03050 Regarding the Addition of Mineral Admixtures to Hydraulic Blended Cement
Taiwan Architecture & Building Center	Seismic Label	In Chapter 2 of the Seismic Label Implementation Guidelines on Concrete Engineering, include the specification that cement must comply with CNS 15286, and coordinate to increase the replacement rate of ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and fly ash in structural concrete up to 50%.
Industrial Development Bureau, MOEA	Compliance Determination for the Clean Production Assessment System for Green Factory Applications	Joint Discussion on Alternative Green Building Solutions: TCC RMC Plant Assists the Industrial Development Bureau in Evaluating Indicators for Sustainable Green Environment Optimization in Industrial Sites, to Serve as a Reference for Guideline Development.
Department of Environmental Protection	Discussion Meeting on Regulations and Practices for Controlling Fugitive Particulate Pollutants from Stationary Sources	Promptly obtain the latest policies and regulations, and disseminate them to all units to ensure continued lawful operations
	Soil and Groundwater Pollution Remediation Act、Promotional Seminar on Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Installation under Policy Initiatives
	Demonstration and Promotional Seminar on Street Dust Sweeping
	Seminar on Industrial Waste Regulations and Reporting Procedures
	Seminar on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Regulations and Supervision
	Promotional Seminar on the Integrated Environmental Permit Program
	Hualien County Seminar on Regulations Related to Stationary Pollution Sources
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, MOL	Draft Amendments to the Occupational Safety and Health Act	Participated in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s briefing on the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection, MOEA	Chloride limit for Portland cement as per CNS 61	Collaborated with the Cement Association and industry peers to promote the adjustment of chloride ion limits in Portland cement under CNS 61. A proposal will be submitted to the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI), Ministry of Economic Affairs, to consider the role of cement manufacturers in supporting circular economy and carbon reduction goals when revising the chloride ion standards
Ministry of Environment	Environmental Protection Label	A proposal will be submitted to the Ministry of Environment to revise the content of the environmental labels for Portland cement and hydraulic blended cement, in order to facilitate the promotion of green procurement.
	Carbon Label and Carbon Reduction Label	Discussion on the formulation and removal of carbon labeling policies
	Draft of the Three Subordinate Laws on Carbon Fees	Discussion on the implementation details of the three subsidiary regulations under the carbon fee system
	Revised Draft of the “Guidelines for Promoting Product Carbon Footprint Management”	Participation in consultation meetings
Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment	Definition of Low-Carbon Cement	Joint Discussion with the Ministry of Environment, the Cement Association, and Industry Peers on the Definition of Low-Carbon Cement
Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment	Guidelines for Promoting Product Carbon Footprint Management	Participated in discussions as a member of the Cement Association
National Science and Technology Council, R.O.C.	2nd Working Group Meeting on Net-Zero Sustainability Issues	Discussion on the goals, strategies, and measures of the net-zero sustainability framework
Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection, MOEA	Participated in the revision of chloride ion limit standards in CNS 61 and CNS 3090	Attended the Technical Committee to participate in discussions on revising limit values, and assisted in providing the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection with the necessary instruments, materials, venues, and equipment for chloride ion measurement validation
Industrial Development Bureau, MOEA	"Thematic R&D Project under the Industrial Upgrading and Innovation Platform – Low-Carbon Transition Promotion Plan for the Consumer Chemical Industry."	Attended the meeting and presented the perspectives of the cement industry
Industrial Development Bureau, MOEA	Consultation on Strategies for the Disposal and Reuse of Crushed Stone Materials Resulting from the April 3 Hualien Earthquake	Participated in discussions on expedited disposal methods and channels
Taiwan Cement Manufacturers' Association	Taiwan Cement Manufacturers' Association	Shared insights on "Energy-Saving Technologies for Cement Circular Economy
Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department Hong Kong Construction Materials Association	Air Pollution Control (Amendment) Bill 2024/Best Practicable Means (BPM) Requirements of Cement Works at Sea and/or Berth	Participated in discussions with the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department and the Hong Kong Construction Materials Association regarding relevant regulatory amendments, and provided practical experience on cement loading and unloading operations
Taiwan Power Company	Behind-the-Meter Energy Storage Reverse Power Flow	Communicated with Taipower regarding practical challenges in the electricity trading platform regulations
Ministry of Economic Affairs	The Ministry of Economic Affairs is formulating a tiered electricity pricing scheme, under which Taipower has launched the "Low-Carbon Electricity RE30" program.	Jointly submitted relevant recommendations with the Renewable Energy Association.
Ministry of Environment、National Development Council、Executive Yuan、Ministry of Finance，Ministry of Economic Affairs、Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment、Industrial Development Administration, MOEA	Carbon fee and Taiwan's version of CBAM	In collaboration with the Taiwan Cement Manufacturers’ Association and others, TCC contributed to drafting the Taiwan-version CBAM legislative package and formally submitted it to the Ministry of Environment and other relevant agencies.
Public Construction Commission, Executive Yuan	Promotion of Low-Carbon Building Materials and Decarbonization in Construction	Participated in the Public Construction Commission’s review meetings on the draft revision of Section 03050 Concrete Construction Specifications, including the feasibility meeting on adding "Restrictions on the Use of Portland Limestone Cement" under Section 2.1.6 Mineral Admixtures, advocating for the government's promotion of low-carbon procurement in public works.
CEMBUREAU	Updates to the 2050 Net-Zero Roadmap, Implementation of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), EU ETS Alignment, and Cement Industry Benchmarks	Participated in association-related meetings or working groups (such as the WGA Climate and Energy Ad Hoc Working Group) to develop position papers on sustainability-related issues, aiming to influence EU regulatory development; actively communicated the core content of the position papers prepared by CEMBUREAU members to the competent authorities in Portugal
Portuguese Cement Association	Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)	Collaborated on a key study to be submitted to the Portuguese government, providing a basis for developing national CCS infrastructure, including CO₂ transport and storage

Organizations and Initiatives	Contributions of TCC and CIMPOR	Performance in 2024
Asian Cement Producers Amity Club	Fostered a global cement network through continuous dialogue with key markets and strategic trend analysis.	- Engaged in joint forums to analyze market needs and emerging trends. - Exchanged insights on global cement production methods and market demand.
Business for Nature	Invited as a speaker at the Asia Corporate Nature Forum to share TCC’s nature-related actions.	The only company from the building materials industry invited to present Featured as a case study by Business for Nature.
CDP Climate Change	- Engaged in policy discussions with Taiwan's Ministry of Environment, providing industry data and experience to support the formulation of climate policy. - Promoted low-carbon products to customers, encouraging Ready-Mixed Concrete (RMC) clients to apply for green building certifications. - Developed supplier carbon management capabilities by requiring greenhouse gas inventories and providing support via coaching and workshops. - Engaged with domestic and international industry associations, actively exchanging insights on carbon and climate issues.	- 2024 CDP Climate Change: A - 2024 Supplier Engagement Rating (SER): A - 2024 CDP Water Security: A-
CDP Water Security	- Informed customers about production water usage during site visits, explaining how consumption is reduced through recycling and reuse. - Required suppliers to sign the "Supplier Code of Conduct," which includes commitments to reduce wastewater and improve water use efficiency. - Communicated TCC's water reduction targets and management action plans to local communities.
EP100	- Set a target for cement plants in Taiwan and Mainland China to improve energy productivity by 50% by 2040, relative to a 2016 baseline. - Achieved ISO 50001 certification for 100% of plants in Taiwan and Mainland China, while continuously strengthening power generation via waste heat recovery and energy-saving technologies.	- Recognized by the Climate Group in its April 2025 annual report, being featured on the EP100 "Surpass Map" for exceeding targets.
Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA)	- Participated in the GCCA Standardization Task Group, supporting the development of industry sustainability performance indicators and aligning with European cement industry standards. - Joined the GCCA Working Group for First Movers Coalition (FMC) to discuss the development of decarbonization roadmaps for the cement industry. - Engaged with the GCCA Innovandi network to explore innovative technologies dedicated to carbon reduction. - Participated in the "Getting the Numbers Right (GNR)" project to support the establishment of a global carbon emissions database for the cement industry. - Participated in the Occupational Health & Safety project, contributing to a global industry database and providing several recommendations regarding calcined clay.	- Supported the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) in showcasing TCC's decarbonization achievements in construction waste treatment during COP29. - CIMPOR formally joined the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) in 2024.
SBTN	Participated in the SBTN pilot group to understand its standards and requirements.	Began preparing for SBTN target validation.
TNFD	Joined TNFD Early Adopter.	Published TCC’s first TNFD report.

Climate Policy Positions and Activities of Trade Associations

Associations	Role	Topic(s) for Collaboration in 2024
Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA)	Membership	CIMPOR formally joined the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) in 2024. Partner with international cement companies to achieve concrete carbon neutrality by 2050. Participated in the GCCA Standardization Task Group, supporting the development of industry sustainability performance indicators and aligning with European cement industry standards. Joined the GCCA Working Group for First Movers Coalition (FMC) to discuss the development of decarbonization roadmaps for the cement industry. Engaged with the GCCA Innovandi network to explore innovative technologies dedicated to carbon reduction. Participated in the "Getting the Numbers Right (GNR)" project to support the establishment of a global carbon emissions database for the cement industry. Participated in the Occupational Health & Safety project, contributing to a global industry database and providing several recommendations regarding calcined clay.
Taiwan Alliance for Net Zero Emission	Founding member	Commit to achieving 100% net-zero emissions at your office locations by 2030, and at all your office and production sites in Taiwan by 2050.
Taiwan Carbon Capture Storage and Utilization Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors, Membership	Issues and proposals related to carbon capture and storage.
Hualien County Net-Zero Emissions Promotion Task Force	Professional Committee	Carbon reduction measures at the factory level and related county government policies on carbon reduction issues.
Taiwan Photovoltaic Industry Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors	Communicating with public authorities on permit applications, regulations, or policy issues related to the development of photovoltaic plants. Industry consultation prior to the formulation of photovoltaic-related policies or management measures by public authorities.
Taiwan Renewable Energy Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors, Membership	Discussion on renewable energy and related policies.
Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy	Membership	ESG Sustainability Trends, Industrial Low-Carbon Transition, and Energy Transition
Taiwan Net Zero Emissions Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors, Membership	Industrial Low-Carbon Transition and Net-Zero Emissions
Turkish Cement Manufacturers' Association	Board of Directors/ Supervisors, Professional Committee, Membership	Participated in the Environmental and Climate Change Committee to discuss current legislative processes, carbon emissions trading systems, and procedures related to alternative fuels. Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) projects
c5Lab - Collaborative Lab	Board of Directors/ Supervisors, Professional Committee, Membership	New sustainable solutions in carbon capture and utilization, synthetic fuel production, energy efficiency, low-carbon clinker, and environmentally friendly cement and concrete construction.
TCFD	Membership	Incorporate the TCFD framework and publish TCFD reports on a regular basis.
TNFD	TNFD Early Adopter	Implement the TNFD framework and regularly publish TNFD reports.
EP100	Membership	Recognized by the Climate Group in its April 2025 annual report, being featured on the EP100 "Surpass Map" for exceeding targets. Set a target for cement plants in Taiwan and Mainland China to improve energy productivity by 50% by 2040, relative to a 2016 baseline. Achieved ISO 50001 certification for 100% of plants in Taiwan and Mainland China, while continuously strengthening power generation via waste heat recovery and energy-saving technologies.
Business for Nature	Signatory Business	Signed the Business for Nature’s Make it Mandatory, Call to Action, and It’s Now for Nature initiatives, jointly striving towards the 2030 Nature Positive goals. Invited as a speaker at the Asia Corporate Nature Forum to share TCC’s nature-related actions. The only company from the building materials industry invited to present. Featured as a case study by Business for Nature.

Climate-related Direct Lobbying Activities

Organization	Topics of Engagement	TCC's Implementation Process
Ministry of Environment	Environmental Protection Label	A proposal will be submitted to the Ministry of Environment to revise the content of the environmental labels for Portland cement and hydraulic blended cement, in order to facilitate the promotion of green procurement.
	Carbon Label and Carbon Reduction Label	Discussion on the formulation and removal of carbon labeling policies.
	Draft of the Three Subordinate Laws on Carbon Fees	Discussion on the implementation details of the three subsidiary regulations under the carbon fee system.
	Revised Draft of the “Guidelines for Promoting Product Carbon Footprint Management”	Participation in consultation meetings.
Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment	Definition of Low-Carbon Cement	Joint discussion with the ministry of environment, the cement association, and industry peers on the definition of low-carbon cement.
Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment	Guidelines for Promoting Product Carbon Footprint Management	Participated in discussions as a member of the Cement Association.
National Science and Technology Council, R.O.C.	2nd Working Group Meeting on Net-Zero Sustainability Issues	Discussion on the goals, strategies, and measures of the net-zero sustainability framework.
Ministry of Environment, National Development Council, Executive Yuan, Ministry of Finance，Ministry of Economic Affairs, Climate Change Administration, Ministry of Environment, Industrial Development Administration, MOEA	Carbon fee and Taiwan's version of CBAM	In collaboration with the Taiwan Cement Manufacturers’ Association and others, TCC contributed to drafting the Taiwan-version CBAM legislative package and formally submitted it to the Ministry of Environment and other relevant agencies.
Public Construction Commission, Executive Yuan	Promotion of Low-Carbon Building Materials and Decarbonization in Construction	Participated in the Public Construction Commission’s review meetings on the draft revision of Section 03050 Concrete Construction Specifications, including the feasibility meeting on adding "Restrictions on the Use of Portland Limestone Cement" under Section 2.1.6 Mineral Admixtures, advocating for the government's promotion of low-carbon procurement in public works.
CEMBUREAU	Updates to the 2050 Net-Zero Roadmap, Implementation of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), EU ETS Alignment, and Cement Industry Benchmarks	Participated in association-related meetings or working groups (such as the WGA Climate and Energy Ad Hoc Working Group) to develop position papers on sustainability-related issues, aiming to influence EU regulatory development; actively communicated the core content of the position papers prepared by CEMBUREAU members to the competent authorities in Portugal.
Portuguese Cement Association	Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)	Collaborated on a key study to be submitted to the Portuguese government, providing a basis for developing national CCS infrastructure, including CO₂ transport and storage.