Environmental Sustainability

As the aviation industry is highly dependent on fossil fuels, EVA Air continuously monitors energy consumption in both flight and ground operations. Beginning in 2023, the scope of the Company’s energy inventory was expanded to include global operational sites, covering major domestic and international airport stations as well as urban offices. Beyond implementing fuel-saving measures in flight operations, EVA Air has also promoted various energy-saving initiatives in office buildings. The Company monitors electricity consumption annually at owned facilities in Taiwan to assess the effectiveness of energy conservation measures. In 2024, the total electricity savings at owned facilities in Taiwan reached 324,181 kWh. Furthermore, since 2023, EVA Air has gradually increased the use of renewable energy, including SAF and solar photovoltaics, to reduce reliance on conventional energy sources and effectively lower greenhouse gas emissions.

EVA Air's owned facilities in Taiwan receive tap water from the local water utility company, and do not utilize surface water, groundwater, or seawater sources. All the water discharged by the Company is classified as general domestic wastewater, and is directed to the government's wastewater treatment facilities. Our headquarters facility has implemented rainwater and condensate water recycling systems, resulting in increase in water reutilization efficiency and reduced reliance on municipal water. The procurement of kitchen and restroom equipment for each office building primarily favors products with water efficiency labels; so as to achieve optimal utilization of water resources.

(Unit: Megaliters)

Waste generated by EVA Air comes from office activities and in-flight services. Waste generated from office activities does not have a significant impact on the environment, society, or health, but we at EVA Air still uphold the Five R’s – Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Repair – in implementing waste management. Within our ground operations waste reduction measures, we have strengthened office area recycling facilities; reused/recycled paper boxes for cabin supplies; controlled employee dining orders; reused old furniture; and digitized existing paper tickets, bills of landing, office documentation, and aircraft maintenance forms. In terms of in-flight waste, we continue to promote paperless publications. In addition, in response to international targets and plastic reduction policies, EVA Air is committed to implementing source reduction strategies. Through regular project meetings and big data analytics, the Company enhances precision in managing in-flight service items. Plans are being progressively developed to adopt lighter and more environmentally friendly materials for service products, thereby minimizing waste generation. Over the entire existence of the Company, there have been no records of severe waste or oil spills.

To avoid improper waste disposal that may have a negative impact on the natural environment, and as required by law, EVA Air has constructed a waste storage site that includes proper storage and classification. Recyclable materials are separated and entrusted to licensed professionals for proper recycling/disposal in accordance with the announced recycling, reuse, and industrial waste categories. We have had no incidents involving international transportation or disposal of hazardous waste. EVA Air’s owned facilities in Taiwan have designated departments responsible for waste removal and disposal. Regular tracking and audits are conducted to ensure the legality and safety of the final disposal process. Quantities of waste, hazardous industrial waste, and recycling are monitored specifically for the headquarters and EVA Air Taipei Building, which have the highest number of employees. This self-management approach ensures that there are no abnormal increases in waste generation. Paper containers for in-flight service and sales items in the Bonded Warehouse Park are recycled and handled by specialized waste collection providers to ensure actual recycling of packaging material. Waste generated from in-flight services primarily consists of cabin supplies and food waste, which are properly handled in accordance with regulations at specific destinations and do not have significant impacts.

(Unit: tonne)