Western Electrical committed to optimum safety, health and environmental protection since its beginning. We understand our work and products can greatly affect the environment and people around, therefore we focus on being responsible in every of our operations when it comes to people and the environment, to drive towards a sustainable eco-friendly and energy-efficient circular development.

Our commitment to sustainability is embody in our core values, that's by continuous improvement to creating eco-friendly energy storage solutions using state-of-the-art equipment, environmentally manufacturing processes and advanced green practices to reduce our operational impact on the environment, meanwhile accounting for the needs and expectations of our customers, employees, communities and other stakeholders every step of the way.

As we continue to grow and evolve, we will firmly commit to maintaining high ethical standards as corporate citizens, to achieve a sustainable development.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

At Western Electrical, our commitment to sustainability is firstly reflected in environmental stewardship. In an era marked by heightened environmental awareness and stringent regulations, the recycling of spent batteries has become a critical issue. Western Electrical recognizes this urgency and is committed to implementing state-of-the-art recycling schemes. Moreover, the company fosters a culture of environmental responsibility, evident in its comprehensive environmental management system and proactive engagement with stakeholders.(改环境污染和气候变化方面)

+ Recycling Efficiency and Environmental Responsibility

Western Electrical understands that the efficiency of each step in the recycling process of spent lead-acid batteries directly impacts overall recycling efficiency. As such, the company continually evaluates and enhances its recycling schemes to ensure maximum resource recovery and minimal environmental impact.

+ Promoting Environmental Awareness

The company instills a culture of environmental responsibility among its employees through rigorous training programs. These initiatives ensure that every member of the organization understands their role in upholding environmental standards and contributing to the company's sustainability objectives. Regular audits and inspections further reinforce compliance and identify areas for improvement.

+ Waste Management

The primary waste streams associated with Western Electrical's manufacturing processes are linked to onsite lead related manufacturing operations. The waste include mud, sludge, electrolyte waste from batteries, cells, accumulators, and related components. Lead is the predominant material found in these waste streams, while sulfuric acid represents the main waste component derived from used electrolytes. Within the framework of both global and local Environmental Management Systems, Western Electrical’s facilities prioritize waste prevention, recycling, and resource recovery. The Company maintains a strong focus on the structured collection, segregation, and recycling of waste materials, reinforcing its commitment to responsible and sustainable waste management practices.

+ Water Management

Water used in Western Electrical operations primarily supports manufacturing processes and is mostly sourced from municipal suppliers. We maintain strict protocols to prevent spills and accidental releases, reflecting our strong global operational standards. We recycle and reuse water throughout our operations. For instance, closed-loop water recycling systems minimize waste water by reusing formation bath cooling water in our battery production facilities, and pasting recycling systems retain acid and oxide in a controlled process within our recycling facilities, these measurements demonstrating our commitment to sustainable water management.

+ ISO 14001 Certification

Western Electrical is proud to be ISO 14001 certified, underscoring its commitment to environmental sustainability. This globally recognized standard provides a structured framework for developing and enhancing environmental management systems. Adherence to ISO 14001 ensures proactive measures are taken to minimize environmental impact, meet legal obligations, and achieve environmental goals.

SOCIAL IMPACT & RESPONSIBILITY

Western Electrical is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of business conduct and ethics everywhere we operate or do business. We recognize our obligations to act responsibly, ethically and with integrity in our interaction with all stakeholders, staff, customers, suppliers, communities, and the environment. We expect our business partners to act with the same high standards of ethics, integrity, and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

1. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

At Western Electrical, the health and safety of the company’s employees is priority, especially in a manufacturing environment where exposure to hazardous materials, such as lead, is a concern.

Western Electrical is committed to implementing robust measures to protect its workforce and ensure their well-being. Our facilities operate under a comprehensive global Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policy and fully comply with the ISO 14001 regulation, that’s outlines the operational standards for our workforce, contractors, and visitors. This framework ensures the consistent implementation, documentation, and maintenance of health and safety policies, procedures, and data collection, helping drive performance across all locations.

2. PRODUCT SAFETY AND QUALITY

Western Electrical is committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers through innovative, high-quality and safety products. From the traditional lead acid type battery to the latest lithium ion type battery, the product safety from production, transportation to the usage is always our priority concern.

Through setting the standard for reliability and safety performance limitation boundary, prioritize safety at every stage of the manufacturing process, that’s successfully ensured all our batteries meet the highest safety standards. Our manufacturing and distribution facilities meet ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 Quality Management System standards, demonstrating adherence to industry standards and customer needs.

3. EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT

At Western Electrical, “We value every Western Electrical people” is one of our core value, we treat one another with respect and take pride in the significant contributions that come from the diversity of individuals and ideas. We believe that our success is driven by the dedication, creativity, and contributions of our people, and our continued success requires us to provide the education and development needed to help our people grow.
Through comprehensive employee development initiatives across all levels of the organization, we can build capabilities that enable us to consistently deliver value. And align individual aspirations with growth opportunities, we can create an environment where employees can thrive, realize their full potential, and connect their personal purpose with the Western Electrical mission.

4. HUMAN RIGHTS

In the practice of sustainability, Western Electrical recognizes the importance of addressing human rights risks as outlined by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the International Labour Organization (ILO), make sure our Human Rights Policy is fully comply with the national and local laws of the countries in which we operate.

Western Electrical endeavors to conduct business responsibly and ethically. We are committed to protecting the human rights of our employees and all other individuals who work with or on behalf of our company. No Western Electrical personnel, supplier, distributor or agency will traffic in persons, procure commercial sex acts, or use any form of slave, forced, bonded, indentured, child, or prison labor. We treat our employees with dignity, fairness, and respect and we are guided by our shared values of integrity, collaboration, and accountability and expect the same of our business partners.

We are firmly committed to upholding and safeguarding human rights across our global operations and throughout our supply chain. This commitment is reflected in our adherence to the following core principles:

CONSUMER ISSUES

We educate customers about our product through transparent marketing information on our company website and correspondences (letters, agreements & mails). Western Electrical builds its quality management system utilizing ISO 9001 in our factories, working to consistently provide products and services that meet customer needs and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

We continuously strive to improve the system’s effectiveness and efficiency, taking into consideration the feedback we receive from our consumers in order to improve our customer satisfaction and product quality on an ongoing basis. We reflect the needs of our customers in our products, information, and services.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION

Sustainable practices are not just about immediate gains but focus on long-term viability. Western Electrical will actively engages with regulatory authorities, customers, suppliers, local communities and stakeholders through transparent communication and dialogue to foster collaboration and share best practices in sustainability, help in building trust and demonstrate the company's commitment to sustainability.