“Yeo-Yuan-Ju” at the Quatang Barns in Suzhou

When construction on AUO Suzhou Plant was coming to an end in 2002, we discovered the Quatang Barns that were a symbol of Jiangang’s tremendous wealth. AUO chose to preserve the two barns in their entirety as they represented how people used to live. Architectural experts were also brought in to develop a cultural exhibition center based around the two barns given the name “Yeo-Yuan-Ju” (Friendship Residence).

From barns to factories and from the humanities to technology, the Suzhou Plant was more than just a part of the AUO panel business. It also carried with it the precious memories and spaces of the historic township so that culture can continue to be passed down in a land of technology.

Xiamen Shantou Village

Shantou Village was chosen as the site of the AUO Xiamen Plant in 2005. This historic Minnan village dating back more than 170 years was preserved by AUO in a planned manner out of our appreciation for culture and heritage. Shantou Village with all of its rustic charm therefore remains intact amidst a modern, high-tech production plant as a showcase of Minnan’s simple culture. The site has become the landmark of the Xiamen Plant since its preservation. The architecture provides an in-depth experience of Minnan culture and the wisdom of early peoples. The unique culture and history of the Shantou Village has also been harnessed for education. The site has become a practice education base for the Haibin Primary School in 2017.

Taichung Sidadun Kiln

The “Sidadun Kiln” is located within the Taichung Plant. Itwas discovered during grading works in October 2003. With the concept of cultural sustainability for the preservation of cultural relics, the archaeological team of the Academia Sinica were invited to conduct an excavation the pottery kiln that was used to burn daily necessities during the mid-to late Qing Dynasty. In addition to preserving the integrity of the kiln, the Sidadun Kiln Story House was also established to give the general public a better understanding of advanced technologies during the Qing Dynasty through actual relics.

The “ Walk Study Program” conducted in partnership with Fuke Junior High School every year since 2010 has been attended by 4,632 new first-year junior high school students so far, making it an important rite of passage for new students. A series of challenge activities relating to culture,energy and energy conservation introduced the students to Sidadun Kiln, an example of culture and high-technology was applied during the Qing Dynasty, as well as methods of conserving energy.