1、PV ModuleTech EU 2025Understanding and managingESG risk in solar and storagesupply chainsGeorge TouloupasVP,ESG and New ServicesIntertek CEAs Work in Solar&Storage Supply chainsCopyright Intertek CEA2Understanding Of Manufacturing Processes280+GW65+GWh350+Engagements in solar and storage factories w
2、orldwide2,000+Project site safety and quality inspectionsIntertek CEA:Has pioneered ESG and Traceability solutions for global buyers of renewable energy components.Has partnered with SEIA to Develop Supply Chain Traceability Protocol and contributed to SolarPower Europes Sustainability Best Practice
3、s Benchmark.Is an Assessment Body of the Solar Stewardship Initiative(SSI).Ethical Sourcing Movements Started in the Late 1700s With Sugar Food,apparel,timber are now joined by minerals,the new“sugar”Copyright Intertek CEA3 Victoria and Albert Museum,LondonDreaded Scenario?Copyright Intertek CEA4ESG
4、 RISKS IN PV AND BATTERY PROCUREMENTSupply Chain Traceability Ensuring visibility and transparency in the sourcing of PV and battery components to mitigate risks of human rights violations,child labor,and environmental degradation.Conflict Minerals Identifying and avoiding the use of minerals,such a
5、s quartz,copper,lithium,that may be linked to human rights abuses.Greenhouse Gas Emissions Evaluating the carbon footprint and energy efficiency of PV and battery manufacturing processes to reduce the overall environmental impact.Hazardous Waste Management Ensuring proper handling,recycling,and disp
6、osal of hazardous waste generated during the production and end-of-life stages of PV and battery components.Worker Safety and Labor Rights Ensuring safe working conditions and respect for labor rights across the supply chain,including the prevention of forced labor,child labor,and unsafe working env