KSTAR's Innovation Journey: Building a National-Level Green Factory

With a distinguished legacy spanning over three decades, KSTAR has emerged as a stalwart industry leader celebrated for its prowess and innovation in power electronics and new energy. This article delves into KSTAR's endeavor in molding its Guangming Industrial Park into a national-level "Green Factory," shedding light on the strategic initiatives instrumental in achieving this environmentally conscious milestone.

The Essence of "Green Factory”

"Green Factory" refers to a facility that attains land intensification, uses harmless raw materials, adheres to clean production, efficiently utilizes waste resources, and relies on low-carbon energy. It constitutes a pivotal element in a nation's sustainable development agenda, playing a crucial role in advancing the construction of an ecological civilization.

The Evolution of KSTAR Guangming Industrial Park into a "Green Factory"

The journey toward a "green" designation necessitates a pivotal focus on energy consumption, a principle deeply ingrained in KSTAR's approach to both green construction and material selection at the Guangming Industrial Park.

1. Green Construction

KSTAR incorporates energy-saving measures into every facet of production and office work. During the construction of its factories, KSTAR used environmentally friendly building materials and office equipment. Solar photovoltaic and water-saving equipment is installed on the rooftops, contributing to a comprehensive approach to green production.

The solar photovoltaic power generation system on the roof of the KSTAR factory utilizes abundant local sunlight to convert solar energy into electricity, boasting an annual output of up to 600,000 kWh. This not only fosters green energy utilization but also mitigates roof temperature and alleviates the load on air conditioning, achieving dual benefits.

In terms of water conservation, KSTAR implemented the Central Air Conditioning Cooling Tower Water Circulation Optimization Project, adding stainless steel circulating pumps and pipes to three cooling towers on the roof, saving over 50,000 cubic meters of water annually. Additionally, a water circulation rain test system for charging piles contributes to saving 3,000 cubic meters of water per year, concurrently diminishing domestic sewage generation by 3,000 cubic meters.

2. Green Material Selection

Due to KSTAR's meticulous selection of raw materials, all raw and auxiliary materials used undergo third-party testing. Alongside procurement contracts, KSTAR signs "Environmental Substance Management Agreements" and "Environmental Compliance Declarations" with suppliers, requiring materials (such as components, raw materials, etc.) to comply with EU RoHS 2.0 standards, EU Packaging Directives and their revised directive standards, and EU REACH regulations (EC) No. 1970/2006 and its amendments. Suppliers are also required to provide ICP test reports and environmental compliance declarations, ensuring that the ICP test data adheres to predefined control standards, guaranteeing harmlessness to human health during use.

In addition to the strategies above, KSTAR's "Green Factory" seamlessly integrates sustainable development principles into its manufacturing processes. Stay tuned for future announcements as we delve deeper into these initiatives, unraveling more insights into KSTAR's commitment to environmental stewardship.