Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation

The year 2024 has been recognized as the hottest year on record, with temperatures repeatedly reaching new highs. Extreme weather events are a stark reminder that urgent action on carbon reduction is essential. In response to environmental protection and efforts to reduce paper waste, since launching the “Electronic Shareholder Services Notification (eNotice Platform)” in 2023, the Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation (TDCC) has gained the support of over one million investors in just two years. Through their actions, investors are embracing a greener lifestyle and contributing to carbon reduction efforts for the planet.

July to September marks the peak season for dividend distributions by listed companies. Ms. Chen-Chen Huang, Head of the Issuer Services Department at TDCC, noted that the eNotice Platform enables investors to instantly access all dividend-related information after account consolidation. This service not only provides fast and convenient access to information but also replaces the use of paper, offering shareholders a more sustainable and user-friendly option. Ms. Huang also encouraged more investors to join the eNotice service to collectively build a greener capital market.

Ms. Huang further reminded investors who have not yet signed up for eNotice that they can do so easily through their securities firms’ trading Apps or the TDCC ePassbook App by selecting “Shareholder eServices” and “Electronic Shareholder Services Notification.” With just one click, investors can opt to receive electronic notifications for stock and ETF dividend distributions, eliminating the wait for paper mail, allowing them to conveniently access consolidated dividend information anytime, anywhere, and making financial asset management more efficient.

To support global efforts in mitigating climate change, TDCC continues to enhance its digital services for shareholders. In addition to the eNotice Platform, TDCC launched the “Electronic Shareholder Services Counter (eCounter)” service this year. To date, nearly 1,900 TWSE-listed, TPEx-listed, emerging stock companies, and public companies have already signed up for the service. Through the “Shareholder eServices” webpage, investors can log in using any designated certificate (such as securities firm’s trading certificates or Citizen Digital Certificates) to update basic information, such as their dividend distribution account, online. This eliminates the need for in-person visits, saving time and costs, while enabling investors to manage their shareholder information with ease. With these advancements, TDCC is making it possible to achieve carbon reduction, convenience, and efficiency simultaneously.