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1、2022 NVIDIA CORPORATIONCORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT 101 MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO 202 CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW 503 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 704 OUR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION 1105 INNOVATION AND BUSINESS MODEL 2406 CYBERSECURITY AND DATA PRIVACY 33

2、07 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 3508 SOCIETAL IMPACTS OF AI 4109 ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES AND PARTNERSHIPS 4610 CLIMATE CHANGE MANAGEMENT 5011 REPORTING FRAMEWORKS 58ABOUT THIS REPORT 68TABLE OF CONTENTS MESSAgE FROM OuR CEO 2Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT01MESSAgE FROM OuR

3、 CEOIts inspiring to reflect each year on NVIDIA employees body of work to create a more sustainable company and to make a positive impact in our communities,on society,and on the planet.It is a core value at NVIDIA that we take on only the toughest problems with the promise of the biggest impact,an

4、d where we can make a unique contribution.In doing so,we direct the scarce talents of our people to advance computing to solve grand challenges in science,medicine,and industry.NVIDIA accelerated computing has increased computational performance and scale by a million times over traditional methods

5、in the past decade through a combination of chips,systems,and AI algorithms.This lets scientists tackle problems that were previously impossible while saving huge amounts of cost and energy.Decoding the COVID Spike Protein A team led by uC San Diegos Rommie Amaro used the NVIDIA-powered Summit super

6、computer on a record-breaking,305-million-atom simulation of the COVID spike protein.The simulation doubled the state of the art in simulation size and remains the most comprehensive simulation of the virus performed to date.Speeding DNA Sequencing for Same-day Diagnoses Stanford,google,uC Santa Cru

7、z,and Oxford Nanopore Technologies used rapid DNA sequencing to identify genetic variants and cut the time to diagnosis from two weeks to eight hours.Predicting Extreme Weather NVIDIA researchers,with scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,created FourCastNet,a machine learning model th

8、at can predict the behavior of 1,000-mile-long atmospheric rivers tens of thousands of times faster than numerical simulations.JENSEN HUANG Founder,President and CEOTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT MESSAgE FROM OuR CEO 3NVIDIAs technology has been instrumental for scienti

9、sts,public health experts,and companies in addressing each stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.Recent advances in accelerated clinical sequencing were instrumental to humanitys battle against COVID-19 decoding its genetics,developing treatments,and preventing the next pandemic.We worked with Oak Ridge Na

10、tional Laboratory and Scripps Research to speed the discovery of new drugs,performing a years worth of work on the most powerful supercomputer in a single day.Large-scale computers are essential instruments to advance human knowledge and invent a better future.Yet computers consume energy,and so it

11、is imperative that we do so with the greatest possible energy efficiency.NVIDIA accelerated computing requires a refactoring of algorithms but delivers orders-of-magnitude better energy efficiency.Twenty-three of the worlds top 30 most energy-efficient supercomputers are powered by NVIDIA.From the c

12、omputing approach we are pioneering and through our basic research,we are contributing to reduce energy consumption,clean the air,and reduce waste:Accelerating DOEs Energy Supercomputer NVIDIA gPus will power Kestrel,the Department of Energys next-generation supercomputer dedicated entirely to proje

13、cts to advance energy solutions research in the u.S.Carbon Capture AI Scientists from Stanford,CalTech,and Purdue developed an AI tool that can sequester carbon and help lock up greenhouse gasses like carbon dioxide in porous rock formations faster and more precisely.Wind Farm Energy Prediction Star

14、tup Zenotech and the u.K.government used AI to predict the likely energy output of a wind farms 140 turbines.NVIDIA gPus and software sped the process by 43x compared to CPus and boosted performance to enable fine-grained analysis of the effects the turbines had on each other,and even the effects of

15、 leaves falling from the trees in nearby forests.Industrial Digital Twins The NVIDIA Omniverse simulation platform is enabling digital twins of complex systems like factories,warehouses,and self-driving cars.By prototyping in the virtual world before deploying in the physical one,companies like Amaz

16、on,BMW,Ericsson,PepsiCo,and Siemens can save time,energy,and resources.Earth-2 NVIDIA is building a digital twin of our planet to predict changes in extreme weather decades out.This simulation of the world will help predict the complex multi-physics of Earths atmosphere,land,sea,and ice caps at suff

17、iciently high resolution.Earth-2 will enable us to better predict the regional impacts of human actions over decades.Our culture of generosity and service is our engine for making positive change at the local and personal level.Our employees actively support the communities in which they work and li

18、ve.They championed fundraisers to aid COVID response efforts,support breast cancer research,and provide food and gifts for low-income families during the holidays.They gave their time to tutor and mentor students,created care kits for first responders and people experiencing homelessness,and consult

19、ed with nonprofits through skills-based volunteering.NVIDIA employees joined the company in contributing more than$22 million and 16,500 volunteer hours to charitable causes in fiscal year 2022.Weve also donated more than$4.6 million to date for humanitarian relief to ukraine and its refugees.We con

20、tinue to work closely to support our ukrainian employees and their families amid Europes worst crisis in the past 75 years.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT MESSAgE FROM OuR CEO 4NVIDIA is dedicated to make positive impact in the world.Were creating new technologies and he

21、lping researchers apply them to discover new knowledge.Were expanding the accelerated computing ecosystem and helping new markets apply this super-efficient way of computing.I am proud of NVIDIAs contributions to science,industry,and community.By creating an environment and culture that attracts ext

22、raordinary people to come do their lifes work,NVIDIA can simultaneously create sustainable growth for our stakeholders while doing impactful work that can take decades of effort.We have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to apply accelerated computing and artificial intelligence to take on the most im

23、portant challenges of our time,from transportation to digital biology to climate science.I cant wait to see what we accomplish in the coming years.JENSEN HUANG Founder,President and CEO CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW 5Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT02CORPORATE RESPONS

24、IBILITY OVERVIEWWe assess our corporate responsibility program annually to ensure that we remain aligned with stakeholder expectations,market trends,and business risks and opportunities.Annually,we determine the topics that are essential to our continued business success and reflect the highest inte

25、rest to NVIDIA and our stakeholders.In light of increased prioritization of corporate responsibility internally and externally,we streamlined our corporate responsibility topics from 20 to seven to better reflect their interrelatedness.Below is an overview of the specific changes we made this year:T

26、OPIC CHANGEOur People,Diversity and InclusionFormerly Talent Strategy,now includes Health and Safety,Employee Ethics,Community Engagement,and employee elements of Human RightsInnovation and Business ModelNow includes Business Continuity,Customer Relations,Product Quality and Safety,Public Policy Eng

27、agement,and Trade IssuesCybersecurity and Data PrivacyNo changesSupply Chain ManagementIncludes supply chain aspects of Human RightsSocietal Impacts of AINew topic that addresses Trustworthy AI and Human Rights surrounding our products Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT COR

28、PORATE RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW 6TOPIC CHANGEEnvironmental Initiatives and PartnershipsNew topic that addresses our energy-efficient architecture and technology initiatives to tackle climate changeClimate Change ManagementCovers our climate change goals,management and oversight,standards and assuranc

29、e,and Scope 1,2,and 3 impacts and actions to address the issueWe address each of these topics in subsequent sections of this report.We define each topic,discuss why its important to NVIDIA and how we manage it,and disclose relevant performance data.Corporate Responsibility GovernanceThe Nominating a

30、nd Corporate governance Committee(NCgC)of our Board is responsible for reviewing and discussing with management our practices concerning environmental,social,and corporate governance.Our head of corporate responsibility reviews stakeholder inputs with and collects feedback on priorities from the NCg

31、C each year.The priorities include issues that are of utmost importance to our stakeholders,such as climate change,human rights,and diversity and inclusion.Starting in our fiscal year ending January 29,2022(FY23),the Compensation Committee of our Board became responsible for reviewing and discussing

32、 with management our policies and strategies relating to human capital management,which includes recruiting,retention,development,diversity,inclusion and belonging,and employment practices.In our fiscal year ending January 30,2022(FY22),NVIDIA management began periodically reporting to the NCgC abou

33、t the companys policies and practices regarding governmental relations,public policy,and related expenditures.STAKEHOLDER ENgAgEMENT 7Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT03STAKEHOLDER ENgAgEMENTWe define stakeholders as entities or individuals who can be affected by NVIDIA an

34、d whose actions can affect the company.Our annual assessment of our corporate responsibility program helps us understand the topics that matter to stakeholders,so we can focus our engagement and transparently respond to their concerns.Internal subject matter experts evaluate each stakeholder request

35、 to determine what type of response is appropriate.FY22 INTERACTIONS:STAKEHOLDER FY22 INTERACTIONSBoard of DirectorsNVIDIA management engaged with the NCgC,which oversees corporate responsibility matters,to:Provide an update on our corporate responsibility strategy,programs,and risks;Collect feedbac

36、k related to corporate responsibility issues that impact the company as part of our annual assessment;and Present an overview of diversity,inclusion,and belonging programs and progress against goals.In early FY22,our NCgC reviewed our climate change position and increased investor interest in net ze

37、ro strategies.NVIDIA management also presented to the Compensation Committee on diversity,inclusion,and belonging matters.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT STAKEHOLDER ENgAgEMENT 8STAKEHOLDER FY22 INTERACTIONSCommunitiesTogether,the company and our employees contributed mo

38、re than$22.3 million and supported 5,700 nonprofits in 50+countries around the world.To support youth from underserved and underrepresented communities in developing STEM skills,we provided funding to and held virtual volunteer events for organizations working toward this goal.We sponsored the annua

39、l Ada Lovelace Hackathon,hosted by u.K.-based Teens in AI,created to help young women ages 11-18 understand opportunities in AI.View the top 20 organizations we gave to in Community Engagement.See the NVIDIA Foundation annual report for FY22 activities in our communities.CustomersWe provided custome

40、rs with completed self-assessment questionnaires and participated in relevant working groups through our“Full”category membership in the Responsible Business Alliance(RBA).We received several requests per week from customers regarding product and social compliance,legal,and regulatory issues.Ten cus

41、tomers requested our participation in CDP.During the year,we partnered with our customers to:Align and confirm priorities on key requirements;Report our supply chain and conflict mineral status;Collaborate and present on regulatory and conflict minerals topics;Support customer quarterly business rev

42、iews;and Communicate our business continuity program.DevelopersWe hosted developer conferences in the united States,with more than 485,000 total registrations.We provided access and training for women and members of the Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino communities to increase participation

43、 by developers from underrepresented communities at our annual developer conference.We supported professional organizations Women in Data,Women-ai,and Black Women in AI.To increase outreach to students,we planned several sessions at our conferences related to building a career in AI and engaged with

44、 computer science departments at Historically Black Colleges and universities and Hispanic-Serving Institutions across the united States.We nearly tripled the number of registrations from African nations to our fall conference,a result of our efforts to expand representation from emerging countries.

45、Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT STAKEHOLDER ENgAgEMENT 9STAKEHOLDER FY22 INTERACTIONSEmployees and Prospective EmployeesWe developed several COVID-19 programs related to employee safety,working from home,and mental health,and established a website with information to hel

46、p employees navigate work during the pandemic.We delivered quarterly engagement pulse surveys to measure sentiment around topics such as meaningful work,diversity,inclusion and belonging,and support needed to succeed.Since their launch,the favorable score range was 81 to 93(out of 100 possible point

47、s).We continue to publish our EEO-1 reports on our diversity and inclusion website.We reached 50,000+candidates from underrepresented communities in technology at university and professional recruiting events.See Our People,Diversity and Inclusion for more FY22 interactions with employees,including

48、our diverse community resource groups.Government/Public Policy EngagementWe continued our engagements with the united States House and Senate AI Caucus,the Congressional Tech Staff Association,and key officials in the legislative and executive branches on policy issues impacting AI development,semic

49、onductor design,and more.We participated in the development and advocacy of the Semiconductor Industry Association development and advocacy efforts,including investment in the u.S.workforce and federal R&D programs.Nongovernmental OrganizationsWe scored 100%on the Human Rights Campaigns Corporate Eq

50、uality Index for a seventh consecutive year.We hosted the World Economic Forum at our developer conference for discussions on trustworthy AI.We continue reporting in line with selected World Economic Forum Stakeholder Capitalism Core Metrics.We co-chair the OECD Taskforce on AI Compute.We engaged wi

51、th the global Child Forum,Investor Alliance for Human Rights,uN global Compact uSA,and the World Benchmarking Alliance.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT STAKEHOLDER ENgAgEMENT 10Research/Ratings OrganizationsWe remain on the following rankings/indexes:3BL Medias 100 Best C

52、orporate Citizens,Barrons Top 100 Most Sustainable Companies,Bloomberg gender Equality Index,Dow Jones Sustainability Index,Forbes Best Employers for Diversity,Forbes JuST 100 Companies,FTSE4good,and Newsweeks Most Responsible Companies.We were featured for the fifth year on Fortunes 100 Best Compan

53、ies to Work For(No.5 in 2021)and glassdoors Best Places to Work at No.1.We engaged with Bloomberg,FTSE Russell,ISS,MSCI,Refinitiv,Sustainalytics,and Vigeo Eiris.STAKEHOLDER FY22 INTERACTIONSShareholdersWe participated in CDP for the 15th year and scored a B on our climate change and water security r

54、esponses.We presented corporate responsibility topics to stockholders holding 18%in aggregate of our common stock during our annual outreach meetings.Topics covered included:climate change,diversity and inclusion at the company and board level,board involvement in corporate responsibility,and custom

55、er due diligence with our AI product sales.We met regularly with investors on corporate responsibility topics.We scored No.1 for a second year in several categories of Institutional Investors 2021 All-American Executive Team Leaders survey,including top executives,top IR team,Best ESg,and best commu

56、nications response to COVID-19.We were No.12 on Investors Business Dailys Best ESg Companies List.SuppliersWe conducted an ongoing evaluation of our suppliers using RBA analysis tools.See Supply Chain Management,FY22 RBA Member Compliance to see the full range of activities we conducted,including 10

57、0%completion of risk assessment and self-assessment for all applicable suppliers and reviewing Validated Assessment Program audits in FY22 on 70%of our strategic suppliers,bringing total audits in the past two years to 93%.OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 11Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE R

58、ESPONSIBILITY REPORT04OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSIONOur employees are our greatest asset and play a key role in creating long-term value for our stakeholders.Diverse teams fuel innovation,and were committed to creating an inclusive culture that supports all employees,regardless of gender,gender

59、identity or expression,veteran status,race,ethnicity,or ability.Diversity,inclusion,and belonging are integrated into our talent strategy.To execute our business strategy successfully,we must recruit,develop,and retain talented employees,including executives,scientists,engineers,and technical and no

60、n-technical staff.RecruitmentThe demand for talent in new markets such as AI and deep learning is high and increasing.To develop our candidate pipeline,we partner with higher education institutions and professional organizations,recruit at industry conferences,and encourage our employees to submit r

61、eferralswith over 39%of hires coming from internal recommendations.WHAT IT COVERS:Talent attraction,recruitment,and retention,including diversity considerations in talent acquisition Competitive wages,benefits,and support mechanisms Work environment,company culture,and work-life balance Executive an

62、d workforce diversity Professional and leadership development and training Pay and promotion parity Health and safety policies,programs,and performanceTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 12FY22 HIRING DATABY AGEBY GENDERBY REGIONBY RACE/ETH

63、NICITY(U.S.)4,523TOTAL HIRES4,523TOTAL HIRES4,523TOTAL HIRES2,143TOTAL HIRES20-30 Years 2,021(44.7%)Women 862(19.1%)Americas 2,211(48.9%)Asian 1,212(56.6%)31-50 Years 2,217(49.0%)Men 3,596(79.5%)APAC 720(15.9%)Black/African American 40(1.9%)51+Years 283(6.3%)Not Disclosed 65(1.4%)EMEA 907(20.1%)Hisp

64、anic/Latino 68(3.2%)No Data 2(0.0%)India 685(15.1%)White 666(31.1%)Other 157(7.3%)Two years ago,we created the role of head of diversity,inclusion,and belonging and hired a global diversity recruiting leader.Since then,our staff that is solely focused on sourcing diverse talent has grown from one to

65、 20 and receives support from a cross-functional global team.We partner with Afrotech,Black in AI,LatinX in AI,MBA Veterans,Queer in AI,and Women in Machine Learning to reach communities underrepresented in technology.In FY22,to diversify our college pipeline,we established the Ignite program to pre

66、pare students for an NVIDIA internship the following summer.Sixty-five percent of these students are returning for our regular internship program,and we saw a 100%increase in applications for the following summers Ignite program.Our recruitment efforts attracted 50,000+underrepresented applicants in

67、 FY22 through virtual university and professional career events.Other recruiting actions:Increase resources focused on women,Black,and Latino talent for senior technical and management roles;use bias-mitigating software to craft inclusive job descriptions and screening language;Study our recruiting

68、pipeline regularly to identify and remove potential bottlenecks for diverse candidates;Strive to provide hiring managers with a diverse slate of candidates to consider during the recruiting process;Engage diverse employees for recruiting events and interview panels;NVIDIA ranked No.1 on glassdoors 1

69、4th annual Best Places to Work list for large u.S.companies.The award is based on anonymous employee feedback and includes thousands of companies.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 13 Provide a guide for unbiased recruiting and hiring to m

70、anagers and interviewers;Shepherd candidates from underrepresented communities through the interviewing process;give candidates the option to speak with employees from their communities about the employee experience and company culture;and Partner with our community resource groups to improve how we

71、 reach and attract diverse candidates.During new hire orientation,we promote our community resource groups,and members of these groups serve as ambassadors and support other onboarding activities for new employees.Benefits and CompensationWe believe in a comprehensive one health strategy physical,em

72、otional,and financial.We make the health of our employees and their families a top priority,offering programs throughout the year to assist with their personal wellness,including health analysis,skin cancer screening,and hereditary cancer screening.We offer comprehensive benefits to support the well

73、-being of our employees and their families,including 401(k)programs in the united States,statutory pension programs outside the united States,an employee stock purchase program,flexible work hours and time off,and programs to address mental health and well-being.We evaluate our benefit offerings ann

74、ually to ensure they are meeting the needs of our employees and we continuously seek new ways to advance our employee support.We provide family-forming benefits such as adoption,surrogacy,and fertility coverage for those who wish to become parents.Our parental leave program is one of the most genero

75、us in the industry,enabling birth parents to take up to 22 weeks of fully paid leave,starting as early as four weeks before their due date.Nonbirth parents get up to 12 weeks of fully paid leave.To ease the transition back to work after their leave,all new parents also receive up to eight weeks of f

76、lex time.Through partnerships with our LgBTQ+community,we have worked with our health plan to enhance behavioral health provider search tools so that providers specializing in LgBTQ+topics can be easily identified.A new web page was created that contains information about NVIDIAs policies,benefits,a

77、nd support teams available to those pursuing a gender transition.We partner with other NVIDIA communities to tailor support programs based on needs,such as expansion of military leave for members of the military.To give employees time to recharge after continued remote working demands and input from

78、 employees,we are providing eight free days in 2022,or two per quarter.These scheduled days are intended to be a time when all NVIDIANs disconnect and recharge.COVID-19 SUPPORTIn response to the COVID-19 pandemic,we closed our offices around the world in March 2020.With so many of our employees work

79、ing remotely for an extended period,we enhanced the resources we provide to support health and wellness at home.We added a financial stipend toward ergonomically designed workstation furniture and IT peripherals for working from home and offered regular well-Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RE

80、SPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 14being educational events,virtual fitness and meditation sessions,and even a weekly story time for our working families with young children at home.In the united States,weve worked with our healthcare insurance providers to cover any out-of-poc

81、ket costs related to COVID-19 testing and treatment for our employees and all covered dependents and expanded our Family Care Leave policy to provide u.S.employees with 12 weeks of fully paid leave for the care of family members.We continue to make reimbursement available to our employees for certai

82、n work from home expenses.In response to the COVID pandemic in India,we took many steps to support employees and contractors.We enabled financial support through salary advances and ad hoc payments,and we enhanced insurance coverage.We launched onsite vaccination programs for NVIDIANs and their fami

83、lies.Regular sessions with trained medical experts were held to help employees focus on their health and well-being.A cross-functional team led by HR provides high touch support to help employees or family members to help them through difficult times in their lives.The focused support will vary depe

84、nding upon the situation and can cover financial,travel,and medical care needs.PAY PARITYWe ensure strong pay for all employees through an annual review of peer compensation practices in the markets we operate in and annual adjustments to employee compensation.Employees are provided both cash and eq

85、uity compensation.Equity compensation is provided through Restricted Stock units(RSus)that vest over time and provide value aligned to our stock price.We believe RSus promote retention and align with stockholder interests.Cash compensation adjustments are determined based on market compensation grow

86、th and individual performance.In addition to our annual compensation review,we regularly monitor the impact of exchange rate fluctuations and inflation around the world and adjust employee compensation as needed to address the impact to employee purchasing power.To ensure pay parity,defined as no st

87、atistically significant differences in compensation based on gender,race,or ethnicity,weve used a third-party firm to analyze our pay practices for gender,race,and ethnicity across 75+dimensions,including rating,education,years of experience,job function,family,and level each year since 2015.Weve ac

88、hieved pay parity for the past several years and plan to continue doing so.If the review were to identify an issue of statistically significant pay disparity,we would take corrective action.PAY RATIOFY22FY21FY20Women|Men99.0|10098.2|10099.7|100Asian|White(u.S.)100.2|10098.7|10099.8|100Black/African

89、American|White(u.S.)102.4|100101.9|100102.4|100Hispanic/Latino|White(u.S.)98.5|10098.3|100100.3|100We also evaluate promotion data to ensure parity across gender,race,and ethnicity.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 15Employee EngagementOu

90、r corporate culture arises from five core values,which provide the foundation for success.These values create a workplace where innovation thrives and mistakes are transformed into opportunities.NVIDIAs Core ValuesINNOVATIONDream big,start small.Take risks,learn fast.We make things that delight cust

91、omers and raise industry standards.We encourage employees to innovate,guided by first principles,not consensus.We know our path to discovery will be paved with mistakes.We anticipate and avoid the ones we can.We accept,learn from,and share the ones that occur.This allows us to invent things the worl

92、d doesnt even know it needs,and by doing so,invent the future.INTELLECTUAL HONESTYSeek truth,learn from mistakes,share learnings.We operate at the highest ethical standards.We seek to accurately know ourselves and our capabilitiesacknowledging our weaknesses and learning from our mistakes.The sharpe

93、st understanding of reality improves our work.Identifying the origins of mistakes is not about blame.It is essential to learning and constant improvement.We say what we believe,and have the courage to act on it.SPEED AND AGILITYLearn,adapt,shape the world.We are alert and constantly learning,and adj

94、ust course to align to new realities.This lets us create groundbreaking products at astonishing speed.No politics,no hierarchy stands in the way of inventing the future.EXCELLENCE AND DETERMINATIONMaintain the highest standards.We hire extraordinarily talented individuals across the globe,people det

95、ermined to make a difference.We challenge ourselves to do our best work.We measure ourselves not against the competition,but against perfectionwe call it the speed-of-light test.We are not deterred by lengthy endeavors if they are worthy.We are playing a long game.ONE TEAMDo whats best for the compa

96、ny.We foster an environment of transparency,openness,and sharing information.One that motivates our employees,and empowers them to work as a single integrated team.We disagree openly and directly because conflict is essential to resolving differences,improving ideas,and achieving alignment.Our focus

97、 is on substance,not on style.By putting the interests of the company before our own,we can more easily accomplish NVIDIAs vision.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 16To ensure our continued success,we maintain a working environment where

98、our employees are engaged and inspired.To address the stress of COVID-19 on employees,weve promoted awareness of our mental health and wellness programs and encouraged managers to keep employee connections strong with a variety of virtual team-building events like cooking challenges,game nights,and

99、happy hours.FEEDBACKWe listen to employees through frequent pulse surveys that measure engagement levels and culture against employees experiences as we continue to grow.We analyze data across multiple surveys,along with other data resources,to draw correlations over time and pivot as necessary.This

100、 agile approach allows us to hear from employees more frequently and stay focused on specific areas,while reacting quickly to current events.Survey topics in FY22 include meaningful work,support to succeed,diversity,inclusion and belonging,and lifes work.The surveys repeatedly tell us that our emplo

101、yees would recommend NVIDIA as a great place to work.In addition,we receive feedback through an internal portal where all employees can submit,view,and vote on suggestions.Over the last year,weve converted employee feedback into company-wide policies and programs,including the addition of Juneteenth

102、 and Veterans Day as office closures in the united States.Weve also made updates to our resources based on employee suggestions,such as an internal COVID portal for company communications and updates.COMMUNITY RESOURCE GROUPSWe support several community resource groups(CRgs),which have executive-lev

103、el sponsorship and dedicated budgets:Asian Pacific Islander,Black NVIDIAN Network(BNN),Early Career Network,Hispanic-Latino Network,NV Pride(LgBTQ+employees and allies),NVIDIA Disabilities Network(NDN),NVIDIA Veterans,South Asian&Allies,and Women in Technology(WIT).These communities are expanding gl

104、obally and engaging more employees around the world.CRgs have pages on the company intranet and communicate through Slack,email,and special events.We listen to these communities and respond with the right programs for all.In FY22,we partnered with our CRgs to provide mental health resources tailored

105、 to the needs of each community.Each CRg has a different strategic focus.Highlights from FY22 include:BNN piloted an onboarding program for employees to request a“Friend NVIDIA”(FN)to support new hires.unlike a typical mentor or buddy program,FNs serve as a cultural advisor and help new employees ac

106、celerate their ability to learn,internalize,and thrive at NVIDIA.In response to feedback from BNN,our health plan partner Cigna has invited Black physicians and mental health providers used by NVIDIANs to join the network.HLN offered a career development program to encourage members to set career as

107、pirations and work to achieve them.NDN formed breakout groups including ADHD NVIDIANs to discuss experiences and share resources in a safe,nonjudgmental,and neurodiverse-friendly environment.It also formed the Parents and Caregivers Support group to provide employees with resources and support.WHAT

108、OUR EMPLOYEES SAY 97%are proud to tell others they work at NVIDIA.96%believe NVIDIA management is honest and ethical in its business practices.95%say that NVIDIA is a great place to work.Survey results from Great Place to Work.We rank No.5 on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2022.Bloomberg

109、gender Equality IndexHuman Rights Campaign Corporate Equality IndexDisability:IN Disability Equality Index Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 17 NV Pride worked with our benefits team to expand resources for gender affirmation events.In re

110、sponse to feedback from NV Pride and partners we work with,we added the capability for employees to voluntarily share and view personal pronouns in the company directory.We encourage all employees to share their pronouns and,in FY22,30%of our employees updated their profile with pronouns in support

111、of their NV Pride colleagues.WIT held development programs on communicating for influence and on patent harvesting.INCLUSION RESOURCESWe curate resources for employees to increase awareness and provide suggestions on how to foster an inclusive environment.We have reviewed our engineering and other d

112、ocumentation to ensure it is consistent with our code of conduct and principles of inclusivity.We strive to create an inclusive environment and believe that communication patterns are learned habits and take practice.We encourage our employees to continue to use inclusive language and to ingrain the

113、se positive communication habits.COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTNVIDIANs share a passion for meaningfully supporting the communities in which we live and do business.The NVIDIA Foundation,led by four staff members in partnership with employee champions around the world,helps turn this passion for giving into a

114、ction through our Inspire 365 initiative,which aims to empower all NVIDIANs to get involved in their communities.Inspire 365 makes it easy.Through matching gifts,flexible time off,and a variety of activities and tools,employees can contribute where,when,and how they choose.Our collective,year-round

115、efforts allow us to help those in need and strengthen communities around the globe.As the COVID-19 pandemic continued into its second year,NVIDIANs remained committed to donating their time and contributing resources to those in need.Nearly 40%of our employees participated in the Foundations Inspire

116、 365 efforts during FY22,bringing the unique participation rate since the initiatives start to 68%.Through year-round giving and a company-wide holiday campaign,employees donated a record of more than$9 million,up 18%from the previous year.While our in-person volunteer events remained paused due to

117、COVID-related office closures,NVIDIANs still logged more than 16,500 volunteer hours through individual and virtual efforts,up more than 76%compared to FY21.Through our Missions program,in its second year,we encouraged employees to complete simple acts of good across a variety of themes,including he

118、alth and well-being,inclusion and belonging,environmental sustainability,and disaster response.Employees took more than 40,000 actions through monthly Missions challenges in FY22.We partnered with our community resource groups on challenges like“Celebrate Pride,”“Honoring Those with Disabilities,”an

119、d“Vamos a Celebrar!Celebrating Hispanic and Latino Culture,”which aimed to inspire employees to learn from,honor,and support our colleagues and communities.One series of Missions focused on reducing our environmental footprint by conserving water,reducing energy consumption,and adopting food habits

120、that lower emissions resulted in more than 140,000 gallons of water,225,000 kWh of energy,and 32,000 lbs.of CO2 saved.Collectively,these efforts supported 5,700 nonprofits in more than 50 countries around the world.TOP 20 ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVING SUPPORT IN FY22:CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

121、China Womens Development Foundation Energy Harvest Trust ETH Zurich Food Bank of Central&Eastern North Carolina Foundation for Ecological Security give Foundation giveWell goonj Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Mercy Corps Mozilla Foundation Northeastern university Rice university Second Harvest of S

122、ilicon Valley Sewa International Stanford university united Way Bengaluru university of Texas at Austin Valley Humane SocietyOrganizations are listed in alphabetical order.Funding amounts range from$105,000 to more than$2 million.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPL

123、E,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 18Inspire 365 PerformanceFY22FY21Percentage of NVIDIANs engaged in the NVIDIA Foundations Inspire 365 initiative37%54%Amount of employee donations$9,117,126$7,694,419unique volunteer rate7%3%Number/value of volunteer hours16,549/$508,9359,367/$254,785Number of small acts of

124、 good completed through Missions40,15160,049LearningWe have a rich library of live and on-demand learning experiences such as workshops,panel discussions,speaker-based forums,and internally focused conferences.We curate learning libraries around our most common development needs,provide the latest p

125、latforms to support self-paced learning,and regularly improve and update those topics using learner feedback from internal messaging channels.We offer tuition reimbursement programs and subsidize advanced education programs and online certifications.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBIL

126、ITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 19We strive to cultivate an inclusive and equitable mindset through awareness and skill building.Due to managers direct influence on employee engagement,we have invested in developing our managers to become great leaders.Our FY22 efforts include:Topic-ba

127、sed manager meetups held monthly;Dedicated communication channels to share ideas,ask questions,and discuss everyday management situations;A development program for high-potential women designed to enhance their leadership capabilities and to prepare them for future advancement;and A Manager Resource

128、 Center in India.We introduced an allyship program to establish and train a network of allies that can speak up when they see non-inclusive behavior and advocate for changes that lead to increased equity.We also created online diversity,inclusion,and belonging educational resources for managers and

129、employees.ETHICAL CONDUCT We strive to achieve the highest standards of ethical conduct in all our business dealings and are committed to promoting a culture of integrity.Our code of conduct and policies guide how we conduct ourselves in our professional relationships toward our customers,partners,c

130、ompetitors,vendors,government regulators,shareholders,fellow employees,and the community at large.This code applies to all our executive officers,directors,and employees,and we expect all third parties we do business with,including consultants,contractors,and other service providers,to act in a mann

131、er consistent with it.All NVIDIA employees receive code of conduct,ethics,and sexual harassment training upon hire and then every two years thereafter.Employees who have frequent contact with customers,partners,and suppliers(such as those in sales,finance,and procurement)have completed additional gl

132、obal anti-bribery and anti-corruption training.As of March 2022,nearly 100%of employees had completed the trainings.Our commitment to promoting a culture of integrity means that we aim to foster an environment where everyone is expected to act ethically and feel empowered to voice concerns without f

133、ear of retaliation.Any employee can confidentially and anonymously lodge a complaint about any matter of concern including accounting,internal control,auditing,code of conduct,conflict of interest,or other issues using a corporate hotline,which is hosted by an independent third party.By using an ext

134、ernal organization to host the hotline,we ensure that our employees feel secure their reports will be anonymous.We have a strict“no retaliation”policy regarding good faith reports of activities that run counter to our ethical expectations.Career DevelopmentTo support employee advancement,we provide

135、on-the-job training through coaching,feedback,and role modeling.We encourage internal mobility through career expos and coaching,as well as foster mentorship connections and provide trained coaches as additional developmental support.Our strong partnerships with internal community resource groups al

136、low us to personalize programs to address specific career development needs.In FY22,we created programming to support women in their careers,including ASPIRE Womens Leadership Development Program to build a pipeline of leaders.The seven-month program was designed in partnership with uC Berkeley and

137、aims INCLUSIVE TRAINING MATERIALS To improve the way transgender people were addressed in our workplace harassment training,we worked with the vendor to revise the content,and the subsequent updates impacted every employer that uses the same vendor.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILI

138、TY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 20to promote career conversations,foster connections with sponsors,and help participants leverage their strengths and hone skills to elevate their careers.In response to requests for more information on career path and growth opportunities,we launched Car

139、eers Week,which hosts a series of development sessions for employees to build new skills,understand their strengths,and learn how to advance their careers at the company.The event included 40 sessions that included keynote addresses,panel discussions,training sessions,and presentations by hiring man

140、agers discussing current vacancies.Additional actions include:Encouraging our leaders to support diverse talent into management and senior positions through focused development,mentoring,and sponsorship;Creating Manager Check-In guides as a tool to facilitate meaningful conversations between employe

141、es and managers about career development;and Building customized learning experiences for CRgs.PROMOTION PARITYWe are committed to providing equitable opportunities for advancement to all employees and achieving promotion parity across dimensions of gender,race,and ethnicity.In FY22,we promoted 15.9

142、%of our workforce.Women continue to be promoted at an approximately equal rate to men,16.8%compared to 15.7%.We engaged a third party to analyze promotion activity in 2020 and 2021.The review analyzed the actual and expected rates of promotions,as well as time to promotion,by gender,race,and ethnici

143、ty.While this initial review yielded differences between actual and expected promotion rates,it was not statistically significant.If the review were to identify an issue of statistically significant promotion disparity,we would take corrective action.Health and Safety Our Health and Safety(H&S)team

144、oversees workplace conditions for NVIDIANs globally.Team members provide guidance to ensure that facilities meet or exceed local safety requirements,promote safe work practices,and support compliance with applicable health and safety legislation and policies through trainings,communications,and audi

145、ts.Our global H&S management framework includes:A network of office-level committees,site safety officers,and regional team members who provide local H&S accountability;Documented,globally applicable programs on key topics,including contractor management,ladder safety,ergonomics,vehicle safety,and c

146、hemical management;Standard H&S risk assessment templates for European sites;Role-specific H&S online training courses for employees,on topics such as chemicals management and hazardous waste,data center safety,lab safety and site safety officer training;and External audits and internal inspections

147、of our owned and leased offices.We also engage employees in H&S programs through a suggestion box and dedicated intranet pages.A PLACE TO GROWWall Street Journal ranked NVIDIA No.1 in employee engagement and development in the 2021 Management Top 250 ranking.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RE

148、SPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 21We identify and assess hazards and risks through routine inspections,audits,incident reporting,and investigations.Incidents and the results of incident investigations are recorded in our global Security database.Our processes for hazard assess

149、ment and incident investigation are documented in our Illness and Injury Prevention Program.Keeping our employees safe requires planning for emergencies.Our volunteer emergency response teams include more than 500 employees around the world.These volunteers assist with evacuation drills and may rece

150、ive training in basic first aid,CPR,AED,or fire extinguisher use,in addition to emergency preparedness that will enable them to rapidly respond in an emergency or disaster.EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND SAFETY PERFORMANCEMETRICFY22FY21FY20Lost-time incident rate(u.S.)000.01Total recordable incident rate(u.S.)0

151、.060.070.25Fatalities(global)000Our record reflects the results of our dedication to employee health and wellness.Less than 1%of leave-of-absence requests within NVIDIA relate to work,and work-related injury losses are significantly below the averages for our industry.In the united States,we track e

152、xperience modification rates at the state level,all of which were less than one in FY22.We offer employee ergonomics programs and online courses.RetentionNVIDIAs overall turnover remains low at 4.9%in FY22,compared with the semiconductor industry average of 13.8%.The turnover rate for women and men

153、has remained approximately similar for the past several years.In the united States,retention rates for members of underrepresented communities have held equal to their peers.TURNOVER RATEFY22FY21FY20Overall Turnover4.9%3.8%6.7%Men 4.7%3.9%6.7%Women 5.7%4.3%6.9%Asian(u.S.)4.2%3.4%7.4%Black/African Am

154、erican(u.S.)5.7%4.8%6.6%Hispanic/Latino(u.S.)4.7%3.3%5.4%Workforce DataMETRICFY22FY21FY20Employees22,47318,97513,775Offices888762Countries322922Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 22HEADCOUNT BY TYPE AND REGIONREGIONFULL TIMEPART TIMECONTRA

155、CTORSINTERNSAmericas10,893131,698210APAC 3,644161292EMEA4,404158728142India3,35914,760161TOTAL COUNT22,3001737,798605EMPLOYEE TYPE BY LEVELEXECUTIVEMANAGEMENTREGULAR EMPLOYEETOTAL25(0.1%)3,951(17.6%)18,497(82.3%)22,473(100%)Diversity DataThe results of our efforts to recruit,develop,and retain a mor

156、e diverse workforce with a focus on those historically underrepresented in the technology field,such as women,Black/African American(u.S.),and Hispanic/Latino(u.S.)populations are represented below.Employees can self-identify race,ethnicity,age,disabilities,gender,or veteran status during the interv

157、iew process,while onboarding,and at any time during their tenure at NVIDIA.Changes in percentages could be due to new hires or more self-reporting by existing employees.Since 2020,we have published our EEO-1 survey for employees in the united States.RACE/ETHNICITY(U.S.)FY22FY21FY20Asian/Indian49.2%4

158、7.2%49.2%White36.8%38.3%38.2%Hispanic/Latino3.3%3.3%3.4%Black/African American2.4%2.5%1.1%Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.3%0.3%0.3%American Indian/Alaska Native0.2%0.1%0.2%Two or more races1.4%1.1%0.9%Decline to state6.5%7.2%6.7%TOTAL100%100%100%Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILI

159、TY REPORT OuR PEOPLE,DIVERSITY AND INCLuSION 23AGEFY22FY21FY2020-30 Years22.7%21.7%22.0%31-50 Years62.8%63.5%63.0%51+Years14.5%14.8%15.0%GENDERFY22FY21FY20Men80.4%80.3%80.5%Women19.0%19.1%18.9%Not declared0.6%0.6%0.6%POSITIONS HELD BY WOMENFY22FY21FY20Outside directors25.0%25.0%18.2%Named executive

160、officers40.0%40.0%40.0%Leaders12.0%11.3%10.5%Managers16.5%15.9%16.2%In technical roles14.4%14.1%13.6%New hires,%globally19.1%19.7%18.8%EMPLOYEE SELF-IDENTIFICATIONFY22FY21FY20Disabilities*(u.S.)2.1%1.2%0.8%Veterans(u.S.)1.4%1.3%1.0%*Individuals can request an accommodation by contacting a dedicated

161、email alias.INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 24Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORTOur culture of innovation allows us to invent things the world doesnt know it needs,and by doing so,invent the future.We maintain high standards in all that we do,including how we conduct our busi

162、ness and engage with partners.INNOVATIONInnovation is at our core.We have invested over$29 billion in research and development since our inception,yielding inventions that are essential to modern computing.Our invention of the gPu in 1999 defined modern computer graphics and established NVIDIA as th

163、e leader in computer graphics.With our introduction of the CuDA programming model in 2006,we opened the parallel processing capabilities of our gPu for general purpose computing.This approach significantly accelerates the most demanding high-performance computing,or HPC,applications in fields such a

164、s aerospace,bio-science research,mechanical and fluid simulations,and energy exploration.Today,our gPus and networking accelerate many of the fastest supercomputers across the world.In addition,the massively parallel compute architecture of our gPus and associated software are well suited for deep l

165、earning and machine learning,powering the era of AI.While traditional CPu-based approaches no longer deliver advances on the pace described by Moores law,we deliver gPu performance improvements on a pace ahead of Moores law,giving the industry a path forward.WHAT IT COVERS:R&D of new products,techno

166、logy,and operational practices and protection of intellectual property Market and global competitiveness,including business strategy,market leadership,financial success,and compliance with laws and regulations Systems for managing export controls,import duties,quotas,trade barriers and restrictions

167、Prevention of and recovery from disruptions to our business arising from natural or manmade risks Policies and practices governing product quality and safety considerations Participation in industry organizations and engagement with policymakers Promotion of safe and equitable access to and developm

168、ent of NVIDIA technology05INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODELTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 25Our AI technology leadership is reinforced by our large and expanding ecosystem in a virtuous cycle.Our gPu platforms are available from virtually every

169、 major server maker and cloud service provider,as well as on our own AI supercomputer.There are almost 3 million developers worldwide downloading CuDA and our other software tools to help deploy our technology in our target markets.We evangelize AI through partnerships with hundreds of universities

170、and almost 10,000 startups through our Inception program.Additionally,our Deep Learning Institute provides instruction on the latest techniques on how to design,train,and deploy neural networks in applications using our accelerated computing platform.We rely primarily on a combination of patents,tra

171、demarks,trade secrets,employee and third-party nondisclosure agreements,and licensing arrangements to protect our IP in the united States and internationally.We have numerous patents issued,allowed,and pending in the united States and in foreign jurisdictions.Our patents and pending patent applicati

172、ons primarily relate to our products and the technology used in connection with our products.We also rely on international treaties,organizations,and foreign laws to protect our IP.We continuously assess whether and where to seek formal protection for particular innovations and technologies based on

173、 such factors as:The location in which our products are manufactured;Our strategic technology or product directions in different countries;The degree to which IP laws exist and are meaningfully enforced in different jurisdictions;and The commercial significance of our operations and our competitors

174、operations in particular countries and regions.We have licensed technology from third parties and expect to continue to enter into such license agreements.Our approach to innovation is further described in our FY22 10-K,pp.4-8.BUSINESS MODEL NVIDIA has a platform strategy,bringing together hardware

175、and systems,software,algorithms and libraries,and services to create unique value for the markets we serve.While the computing requirements of these end markets are diverse,we address them with a unified underlying architecture leveraging our gPus and software stacks.The programmable nature of our a

176、rchitecture allows us to support several multi-billion-dollar end markets with the same underlying technology by using a variety of software stacks developed either internally or by third party developers and partners.We specialize in markets in which our computing platforms can provide tremendous a

177、cceleration for applications.These platforms incorporate processors,interconnects,software,algorithms,systems,and services to deliver unique value.Our platforms address four large markets where our expertise is critical:gaming,Data Center,Professional Visualization,and Automotive.SEMICONDUCTOR INDUS

178、TRYS TOP HONORNVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang was awarded the 2021 Robert N.Noyce Award by the Semiconductor Industry Association for his many achievements in advancing semiconductor technology.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 26Our key s

179、trategies that shape our overall business approach include:Advancing the NVIDIA accelerated computing platform;Extending our technology and platform leadership in AI;Extending our technology and platform leadership in computer graphics;Advancing the leading autonomous vehicle platform;and Leveraging

180、 our intellectual property.Our strategic and business success depends on our ability to:Timely identify emerging industry changes,and develop new or enhance existing products,services and technologies that meet the evolving needs of these markets;Expand the ecosystem for our products and technologie

181、s;Accurately forecast demand in our businesses;Meet customer safety and compliance standards,which are subject to change;Manage product,software,and service lifecycles to maintain customer and end user satisfaction;Develop infrastructure needed to scale our business,including related to our acquisit

182、ions,customer support,e-commerce and IP licensing capabilities;and Complete technical,financial,compliance,sales and marketing investments for some of the above activities.We make considerable investments in research and development and business offerings in markets where we have a limited operating

183、 history,which may not produce meaningful revenue for several years,if at all.If we fail to develop new products,services and technologies,or if they do not become widely adopted,our business,revenue,financial condition and results of operations could be adversely affected.Further information on our

184、 business model,and risks related to regulations can be found in our FY22 10-K,pp.7-10,23-24,53-54.TRADE ISSUESWe conduct our business globally and have offices worldwide.Our semiconductor wafers are manufactured,assembled,tested,and packaged by third parties located outside of the united States,and

185、 we generated 84%of our revenue for fiscal year 2022 from sales outside of the united States.The global nature of our business subjects us to a number of risks and uncertainties,which could have a material adverse effect on our business,financial condition and results of operations,including:Economi

186、c,political,and geopolitical conditions within and between countries in which we do business;Differing legal standards with respect to protection of IP and employment practices;FORTUNES MOST ADMIRED COMPANIES NVIDIA ranked first in the semiconductor category on Fortune magazines list of the Worlds M

187、ost Admired Companies.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 27 Complex laws,rules and regulations which could affect our operations;Domestic and international business and cultural practices that differ;Disruptions to capital markets and/or curren

188、cy fluctuations;and Natural disasters,acts of war or other military actions,terrorism,public health issues,and other catastrophic events.NVIDIAs global Trade Compliance Team helps ensure that applicable international trade laws are followed when NVIDIAs products are moved or sold internationally.Wit

189、h local presence in the u.S.,APAC and EMEA,team members serve as subject matter experts on the range of global trade issues that impact our business.The team helps clear NVIDIAs international shipments,performs restricted party screening,advises on import and export requirements,sets policies and pr

190、ocedures,and obtains import or export licenses when required.They also stay current on new trade regulations and interpretations in the jurisdictions where we operate and ensure NVIDIA has processes in place to comply with the new requirements.For an overview of risks related to global trade issues,

191、see our FY22 10-K,pp.17-18.BUSINESS CONTINUITYBusiness continuity management(BCM)focuses on protecting our core values.Our philosophy of BCM is to identify realistic threats and their potential impact to our core values and business operations and design a formal framework for responding.We achieve

192、resilience by embedding redundancy and diversity into our response framework.A BCM steering committee of four executives is supported by several business leaders across the following functions:Corporate Communications,Cybersecurity,Facilities,Finance,global Security,Human Resources,Information Techn

193、ology,and Operations.Each function has a plan to identify and address potential risks.These efforts are supported by robust infrastructure,systems,policies,and procedures and are designed to mitigate risk and protect the safety and trust of our employees and customers when unexpected events such as

194、a cyberattack,business disruption,or natural disaster occur.BCM is critical to minimizing financial and reputational impacts.By anticipating the likelihood of severe events,we can allay these risks and ensure that the company does not experience unnecessary damages.PRODUCT QUALITY AND SAFETYSafety i

195、s a principle that permeates our engineering culture.We incorporate it into every step of our product development process,from design and production to the end-user experience.The safety of our customersinclusive of our partners and consumersis important to us as a company and as individuals.We must

196、 meet rigorous customer safety and compliance standards like uL/Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 28IEC 62368 Ed3 that have a direct impact on design strategies and our ability to ship products.With these standards in mind,weve established pro

197、duct safety technical committees to oversee safety throughout the product lifecycle.Cross-functional teams manage all aspects of product quality.Customer Quality Engineering provides direct customer support for all quality-related issues and facilitates the gathering of customer failure information,

198、customer-observed failure rates,and Returned Material Authorization processing.Product Quality Engineering uses the Eight Discipline methodology to direct root cause failure analysis and corrective or preventive actions.As part of the continuous improvement process,recommended design enhancements ar

199、e brought to the design engineering teams for incorporation into next-generation products.Our Quality Management System is monitored through internal audits,as well as a detailed annual third-party ISO 9001 assessment.We engage with strategic suppliers through QBRs and use these reviews to influence

200、 business allocation decisions.Our goal is to exceed customer expectations.Functional and System SafetyWe are transforming the autonomous vehicle industry with technology that improves road safety,increases transportation efficiency,and opens mobility services to all.Safety is more than just a benef

201、it of an autonomous future.Its a principle that we incorporate into every step of our development processfrom design and production to the operation of self-driving vehicles.As a solutions provider to startups,vehicle makers,suppliers,sensor makers,and mapping companies,we make safety our top priori

202、ty.We develop tools and methods so technologies will perform reliably.Safety is built into every aspect of the NVIDIA DRIVE autonomous vehicle platform that enables automakers and tier-1 suppliers to accelerate production of autonomous vehicles.Stringent engineering processes ensure that no corners

203、are cut.Our safety priorities and processes are outlined in our latest Self-Driving Car Safety Report.Our commitment to safety extends throughout data collection,training,testing,and driving solutions for autonomous vehicles,as we deliver industry-leading technologies to our partners and customers.S

204、afe autonomous driving is built on four fundamental pillars.These tenets illustrate NVIDIAs dedication to safety and ensure a robust self-driving technology development cycle.1.Artificial Intelligence Design and Implementation Platform2.Development Infrastructure That Supports Deep Learning3.Data Ce

205、nter Solution for Robust Simulation and Testing4.Best-in-Class,Pervasive Safety ProgramWere preparing for compliance with ISO 26262,an automotive-specific international functional safety standard that focuses on safety-critical components.NVIDIA has been working with TV SD,a top safety assessment co

206、mpany,to assess and certify NVIDIAs processes,concept architectures,and products since FY18.Our NVIDIA Xavier SoC was assessed to meet ISO 26262 standard random hardware integrity of ASIL C and a systematic capability of ASIL D for processthe strictest for functional safety.ISO 21448 is another safe

207、ty standard that we include in our development.Whereas ISO 26262 covers failure modes within the system,ISO 21448 is designed to address hazards caused by limitations of the design,particularly for autonomous QUALITY STANDARDSNVIDIA is ISO 9001 certified and has been issued a“letter of conformance”t

208、o the IATF 16949 automotive quality standard.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 29vehicles,such as a reduced range of object detection by cameras and lidar in foggy conditions.NVIDIA has a leadership role for both ISO 26262 and ISO 21448,provid

209、ing multiple technical experts to the international body,as well as international leaders for ISO 26262 Parts 10 and 11 and ISO 21448 Annexes C and D.Were also actively participating and contributing to the ongoing standardization activities related to functional safety and AI,such as ISO/PAS 8800 a

210、nd ISO/IEC TR 5469.Building on our investment in automotive safety,were expanding functional and system safety toward autonomous machines in general,such as robotics,smart manufacturing,and new frontiers of healthcare.We consider and apply requirements of specific standards such as ISO 13849 and IEC

211、 61508 incrementally in our product research,development,and engineering functions.PUBLIC POLICY ENGAGEMENTWe engage in the public policy process to advance the long-term interests of the company and shareholders.NVIDIA government Relations is responsible for managing our public policy priorities an

212、d communication with governments worldwide.When participating in public policy discussions,NVIDIA government Relations pursues the objectives of global consistency and local relevancy and evaluates the impact of those policies on our growth and business operations.We dont make contributions of any k

213、ind(money,employee time,goods or services,or employee expense reimbursements)to political parties or candidates,including any direct contributions through any intermediary organizations,such as political action committees(PACs),lobbyists,campaign funds,trade or industry associations,or super PACs.We

214、 apply this policy in all countries and across all levels of government,even where such contributions are permitted by law.NVIDIA educates public leaders on issues of importance to its business,customers,shareholders and employees.NVIDIA only seeks to affect government action on issues that affect o

215、ur business,customers,shareholders or employees and only through specifically authorized and legally compliant lobbying activities.All NVIDIA lobbying activities require the prior approval of NVIDIA government Relations and Legal.Where required by law,NVIDIA files lobbying disclosure reports with st

216、ate governments.In FY22,we made no independent expenditures related to political campaign initiatives and referenda meant to influence the outcome of ballot measures and had no reportable lobbying expenditures.More information about our political contributions and expenditures can be found on our we

217、bsite.AI Research and StandardsIn FY22,we participated in the Semiconductor Industry Associations(SIA)development and advocacy efforts,including investment in the u.S.workforce and federal R&D programs.At our gTC developers conferences,we brought together global thought leaders and analysts to discu

218、ss a broad range of policy issues,such as AI legislation and creating and maintaining trust in AI development and deployment.AI POLICY AT GTC Congressional leaders and policy experts discussed the latest AI legislation and how AI can reach its potential,such as prioritizing research resources and pu

219、blic-private collaboration.Joining us were the co-chairs of the Congressional AI Caucus,u.S.Reps.Jerry McNerney(D-CA)and Anthony gonzalez(R-OH),and representatives from Stanford universitys Institute for Human-Centered AI,the university of Floridas AI Initiative,and the Center for Data Innovation.ST

220、RATEGIES FOR NATIONAL AI RESOURCES We submitted input to the White House regarding implementation of a National AI Research Resource.We advocated for a strategy,coherent actions,and success metrics created with participation from under-represented groups and in coordination with relevant local,regio

221、nal,and national programs.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 30Semiconductor DesignWe support SIA and individual efforts to advocate for full funding of the CHIPS Act.We also support the updated FABS Act that would create a semiconductor design

222、 tax credit.As a premier u.S.semiconductor company,we work to ensure continued leadership in the development and collaborative manufacturing process of semiconductors.Along with industry colleagues,we raise awareness of the critical role semiconductor design plays in global economic resiliency,techn

223、ology advances,and security.AI EducationWe regularly provide subject matter experts to educate government officials and their policy advisors on AI technology and offer insights into AI research and development.We enhance our public policy reach through engagement with leading think tanks and truste

224、d coalitions of industry expertise,such as the Consumer Technology Association,Entertainment Software Association,and the Semiconductor Industry Association.Over the past year,we continued to demonstrate to policy experts how AI capabilities contribute to the delivery of more reliable health care in

225、 the COVID-19 pandemic as a member of the COVID-19 High Performance Computing Consortium,a collaboration with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy,the u.S.Department of Energy,several technology companies,and national labs.The effort has driven progress in understanding COVID-19 a

226、nd creating treatments and vaccines.AI NationsAI Nations is a strategic initiative to collaborate with governments to advance their national AI journey and to address priority policy areas such as climate action,workforce development,resilient housing,public health preparedness,and urban AI innovati

227、on.Through a non-binding partnership agreement,we help nations,cities,and communities gain access to NVIDIAs full capabilities and maximize the impact of NVIDIAs AI platform.These efforts include conducting joint AI research,supporting local AI startups,and providing professional training and certif

228、ications.AI Nations partnerships are built on a common framework but tailored to our partners unique public policy priorities.In a recent agreement signed with Australias national science and industrial research organization,CSIRO,areas of collaboration include harnessing NVIDIAs AI platform to acce

229、lerate progress in quantum computing,digital twins,combating the dangers of bushfires and floods,genomic medicine,and AI upskilling.We helped form a public-private consortium in Southern California with the CEO Leadership Alliance of Orange County and Chapman university.In FY22,we contributed an 8-p

230、etaflops NVIDIA DgX-2 POD to the consortium.It is the first-ever community-governed AI supercomputer in the world and uniquely dedicated to local AI talent development,with a priority focus on historically underserved communities.GLOBAL AI LEADERSHIP At gTC in November 2021,we hosted a fireside chat

231、 with Mark Andrijani from Slovenias Ministry of Digitalization to discuss how countries need to invest in AI,including infrastructure and data scientists.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 31CUSTOMER RELATIONSWe have a variety of customers,from

232、 large businesses to individual consumers.With so many needs to meet,we view our commitment to positive customer relations in terms of the role we play as a responsible supplier,our commitment to our reseller partners and their customers,and to our direct customers.Customer Support We offer support

233、to our customers through a comprehensive support site and several NVIDIA-hosted product forums and communities.Our customer service team tracks interactions with consumers as they occur and shares biweekly satisfaction reports internally.We measure customer satisfaction in several ways,including cus

234、tomer satisfaction rate,percentage of support incidents filed,closed incident survey response rate,and referral rate.We use these metrics to help create experiences that satisfy and delight our customers.Our support organization aims to dramatically reduce the time it takes for our software team to

235、incorporate customer feedback,enabling technicians to respond quickly and increase customer satisfaction.We also use data gathered from our customer forums to give our research and development organizations feedback about whats working and what improvements our customers want.In addition to the func

236、tions listed above,we provide support through account management,solutions architects,and developer relations,training,and conferences.Customer Requests Our customers include some of the worlds largest electronics,consumer brand,and automotive companies.Consequently,weve integrated the standards out

237、lined in the Responsible Business Alliance(RBA)Code of Conduct covering labor,environment,health and safety,ethics,and management systems throughout our global operations.We use these standards as our management approach for our supply chain.Our customer support organization is on the front line of

238、communications with our partners,working with their engineering teams as they test NVIDIA products in their systems and devices.Inquiries from our original equipment manufacturer partners have increased in line with our focus on supplier responsibility and environmental sustainability.Requests for i

239、nformation relate to business continuity,conflict minerals,environmental compliance,product quality,safety compliance,cybersecurity,consumer satisfaction,and ethics.To manage these inquiries and requests,we employ quarterly business reviews with key customers,and partner with them on various initiat

240、ives through the RBA.Some customers assign points on their scorecards for environmental,social,and governance performance.Customers who are RBA members monitor our performance through tools provided by that organization,such as the RBA-Online platform,RBA self-assessment questionnaires,the Validated

241、 Assessment Program,and tracking tools for carbon,water,and waste.We also participate in the RBA environmental sustainability workgroup and complete the online environmental survey on carbon,water,and waste.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT INNOVATION AND BuSINESS MODEL 32

242、In addition to the RBA Environmental Survey,we participate in the CDP climate change and water surveys each year.Participants are scored based on their understanding and management of their business risks,opportunities,and impacts related to climate change and water resources.FULL MATERIAL DISCLOSUR

243、EWe maintain Full Material Disclosures(FMD)for our chip designs and select system products.NVIDIA is required to report material information through various platforms,including Substances of Concern in Products and International Material Data System for automotive.We have expanded our FMD program to

244、 include more products in FY22.ELECTRONIC PRODUCT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT TOOL The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool(EPEAT)program independently verifies the environmental impact of electronic products and is used by thousands of private and public institutional purchasers around the

245、 world to make sustainable IT procurement decisions.All NVIDIA chips and graphic cards support EPEAT conformance,and we provide information to customers seeking to register their products with the program.CYBERSECuRITY AND DATA PRIVACY 33Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORTOu

246、r information security practices comprise the measures we design to protect networks,computers,programs,and data from unauthorized access or attack,as well as measures designed to protect NVIDIAs products and the privacy of our customers and employees data.As we monitor security attacks against us a

247、nd others and become aware of more frequent high-profile security breaches,we remain committed to implementing vigorous protections for any personal information we collect.Our efforts are managed by a global team of cybersecurity,IT,engineering,operations,and legal experts.A cybersecurity committee,

248、driven by executive-level leaders,meets monthly to review metrics and evaluate emerging threats.To ensure a robust breadth of knowledge,the team consults with external parties,such as computer security firms and risk management and governance experts.We follow the processes to ensure information sec

249、urity management outlined in frameworks such as the ISO 27001 for Information Security Standards.We address cybersecurity scenarios in our resilience planning,document them through business continuity plans,and test the reliability of our products and our ability to respond to threats through attack

250、 simulations.Against the backdrop of frequent changes and fresh insights,we continually evaluate and evolve our security measures.In the event of a cybersecurity issue,weve prescribed a set of actions for teams to initiate that will help us to determine the type and rigorousness of our response.Info

251、rmation security/cybersecurity awareness training is available on demand to all employees,and we hold regular live trainings.Our IT team has implemented extensive training internally on the risks of phishing scam emails.This includes sending simulated“attack”emails to all employees to test their awa

252、reness.The team provides further training for departments that have the least adequate responses.WHAT IT COVERS:Technologies,processes,and practices designed to protect networks,computers,programs,and data from cyberattack Cybersecurity safeguards built into product design,implementation,and product

253、ion Protection of customer,employee,and company data Compliance with cybersecurity and data protection laws06CYBERSECuRITY AND DATA PRIVACYTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT CYBERSECuRITY AND DATA PRIVACY 34The cybersecurity committee presents annually to NVIDIAs Board of D

254、irectors and provides updates throughout the year.The team updates the Audit Committee upon request.Data PrivacyWe continuously hone our cybersecurity and data privacy trainings and policies to respond to new requirements in global privacy laws.Our relationship with our colleagues,customers,and busi

255、ness partners is based upon mutual trust.Were committed to maintaining this trust by protecting the information we hold from inappropriate use,unauthorized access,loss,and accidental destruction.NVIDIA is governed by the following privacy policies,consistent with the Eus general Data Protection Regu

256、lation(gDPR)principles and applied globally:Our customer-facing NVIDIA Privacy Policy,which incorporates both a Cookie Policy and a privacy policy aimed to protect children;A collection of internal,corporate data privacy policies,focused on retention,destruction,and encryption of data;An Employee Pr

257、ivacy Policy and a Job Candidate Privacy PolicyProduct SecurityNVIDIA takes security concerns seriously and works to evaluate and address them quickly.As soon as a security concern is reported,we commit all relevant resources to analyze,validate,and,if needed,provide corrective actions to address th

258、e issue.NVIDIA Security Bulletins and Notices are published on our website.The NVIDIA Product Security Incident Response Team(PSIRT)is a global team that manages the receipt,investigation,internal coordination,remediation,and disclosure of security vulnerability information related to NVIDIA product

259、s and services.PSIRTs goal is to minimize the risk to customers associated with security vulnerabilities by providing timely information,guidance,and remediation of vulnerabilities in our products and services.The PSIRT team integrates elements of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and controls into i

260、ts security program.We participate in the global Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams(FIRST.org),contribute to FIRST.org Special Interest groups(SIgs)to make improvements to PSIRT processes,and share process knowledge with others so they may implement this type of notification and security

261、work within their own organizations.We also participate in MITREs Cybersecurity and Vulnerability Exposure Number Authority Coordination Working group and partner with third-party research institutions and corporate peers to extend the MITRE ATT&CK framework for AI to advance the industrys security

262、and its response to new and upcoming threats.FIRST.ORG ACTIVITIESNVIDIAs Shawn Richardson sits on the Board of Directors of the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams for the 2020-2022 term.Her oversight responsibilities include diversity and inclusion initiatives and Liaison for SIgs to coll

263、aborate,share ideas,and occasionally produce training,standards,frameworks,and documentation.SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 35Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORTWe hold ourselves and our suppliers to the highest standards of behavior,and only engage suppliers that share our values.

264、We closely manage our supply chain to deliver innovative products that satisfy our customers expectations in a socially and environmentally conscious manner.Environmental and Social ManagementWe have been Responsible Business Alliance(RBA)members since 2007 and in 2018 were accepted as Full Member.F

265、rom the beginning,we adopted the RBA Code of Conduct and integrated its elements into our processes,including auditing strategic suppliers and conducting internal assessments to confirm that we are addressing all aspects of responsible supply chain management.We do not directly manufacture the semic

266、onductor wafers or printed circuit boards used in our products,nor do we manufacture our branded devices.Instead,we partner with world-class suppliers for all phases of the manufacturing process,including wafer fabrication,assembly,testing,and packaging.We also contract with manufacturers to build,t

267、est,and distribute our branded devices.We utilize industry-leading suppliers,such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited(TSMC)and Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd,to produce our semiconductor wafers.Our two main contract manufacturers for company-or partner-branded devices are BYD Auto Co.L

268、td.and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co.(Foxconn).TSMC,Samsung,and Foxconn are RBA members.WHAT IT COVERS:Policies and practices governing supplier management,environmental and social impacts,and responsible sourcing of materials in the supply chain Participation in industry organizations and engagemen

269、t with suppliers Supplier audits to ensure compliance with standards and requirements Protection of human rights throughout the supply chain07SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENTTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 36All our manufacturing suppliers are required to

270、comply with the RBA Code of Conduct and associated NVIDIA policies,including an Agreement for Manufacturer Environmental Compliance.We also encourage them to use the RBA Code as a platform to go above and beyond compliance.Our assessment process involves using the RBA online system to evaluate exist

271、ing and potential new suppliers against product compliance industry standards,social and environmental criteria,use of conflict minerals,the RBA Code,and NVIDIAs code of conduct.We use the results of our assessment process,along with a spending analysis,to rank suppliers to determine their overall r

272、isk.Strategic suppliers include those who produce or handle NVIDIA production materials,those for whom we closely manage quality requirements(non-critical suppliers),those who design our branded products,and those who were required to work with based on customer agreements.For strategic suppliers,ag

273、reements are deployed and tracked through a quarterly business review(QBR)process to make certain that they uphold our requirements.QBR performance influences our business allocation decisions.Each quarter,we review overall supplier assessment by product category and rank performance.Five of 100 QBR

274、 points are allocated to environmental or social performance,and requirements vary by quarter.Suppliers are required to meet industry compliance requirements as well as NVIDIA requirements.Weve assessed and adjusted business with suppliers who dont comply with minimum requirements.In FY20,we reviewe

275、d all strategic suppliers against NVIDIA cybersecurity requirements,and in FY21,we performed a more in-depth assessment of higher-risk suppliers.We looked at our suppliers conformance to ISO 27001,ISO 28001,and C-TPAT standards,and evaluated them for additional information,product,and physical secur

276、ity requirements.Depending on the results of the assessment,we require additional evidence of conformance or an improvement plan if gaps are discovered.We began using Bitsight in FY22 to provide continuous monitoring of cybersecurity risks in our supply chain.Suppliers are reviewed on a variety of t

277、opics and receive a low-,moderate-,or high-risk rating,which we then use to implement improvements.Moving forward,we plan to continue periodic assessments and continuous monitoring.Supply Chain PerformanceFY22 RBA MEMBER COMPLIANCECOMPLIANCE ELEMENTNVIDIAS REQUIREMENTNVIDIA PERFORMANCERisk assessmen

278、t on all strategic suppliers100%100%of suppliers are assessed on geography and type of industry.Self-assessment questionnaires(SAQs)completed by suppliers in the top 80%of NVIDIA spending100%100%of suppliers conduct an SAQ.NVIDIAs SAQ review determined that there were no suppliers rated as high risk

279、 in our top spending area.COMPLIANCE ELEMENTNVIDIAS REQUIREMENTNVIDIA PERFORMANCESUPPLIER COMPLIANCENVIDIA communicates environmental and social expectations in the Agreement for Manufacturer Environmental Compliance,including:RBAs Code of Conduct global RoHS Eu REACH Eu End of Life Vehicles JS709C&

280、IEC61249-2-21 ISO 14001:2015 ISO 27001:2013 ISO 45001:2018Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 37Validated assessment program(VAP)audits among 25%of high-risk suppliers0(due to lack of high-risk suppliers from SAQ)We acknowledge that suppliers may be m

281、oderate-or high-risk even if their SAQ score comes back as low risk.To mitigate this,we exceed the RBAs requirement and audit suppliers to validate their risk.We require VAP audits to validate supplier SAQs.This process revealed one strategic supplier as high risk.We work with high-and moderate-risk

282、 suppliers to review their CAPs and complete a Closure Audit when necessary.We reviewed VAP audits in FY22 on 70%of our strategic suppliers,bringing total audits in the past two years to 93%.We reviewed an additional 25 VAP audits from suppliers we paid more than$1 million in FY22.Corrective action

283、plans(CAPs)0(due to lack of high-risk suppliers per RBA requirements)We continue to go above and beyond RBA member requirements by engaging 20 suppliers on their CAPs from the FY22 auditing season.Common findings include issues related to occupational safety,emergency preparedness,working hours,free

284、ly chosen employment,and wages and benefits.We continue monitoring to ensure that suppliers demonstrate effective processes to ensure compliance.Specific actions on non-compliance issues vary depending on the type of finding and supplier.FY22 RBA CODE OF CONDUCT PERFORMANCEWe require compliance to a

285、ll elements of the RBA code and work with suppliers to close all CAPs.RBA CODE ELEMENTNVIDIA AS SUPPLIERNVIDIA AS CUSTOMERLaborNVIDIAs Code of Conduct contains requirements around human rights.We are in alignment with the uN guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights,the ILO Declaration on Fund

286、amental Principles and Rights at Work,and the uN universal Declaration of Human Rights.Relevant NVIDIA employees took several RBA Learning Academy courses.We participated in the RBAs Responsible Labor Initiative.We tracked supplier working hours through VAP,CAPs,or RBA working hours templates.We wor

287、ked with suppliers to ensure their compliance with the principles of zero hiring fees and freely chosen employment.When violations are discovered,we require suppliers to return hiring fees to workers.We assigned Learning Academy courses to 11 suppliers:Hours of Work,Working Hours Recording System,Wo

288、rking Hours Management System,The Hiring Process,Recruitment and Selection,Hiring and Working with Migrant Workers,Wages and Benefits,Creating Motivating Wage Systems,and Improving Your Dormitories.Health and SafetyWe updated environmental,health,safety,and energy policies.We assigned Learning Acade

289、my courses to 11 suppliers:Effective H&S Systems,Fire Safety,and Managing Air Emissions.RBA CODE ELEMENTNVIDIA AS SUPPLIERNVIDIA AS CUSTOMERTable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 38EthicsWe continued membership in the Responsible Minerals Initiative and

290、participated in its work groups on due-diligence data collection and smelter engagement.See Responsible Sourcing for information about our efforts to source conflict-free minerals.We assigned Learning Academy courses to 11 suppliers:Supply Chain Ethics,Recognizing Forced Labor,and Preventing Forced

291、Labor.EnvironmentalWe participated in the CDP Supply Chain program.We completed the RBA online environmental survey on carbon,water,and waste.We participated in the RBA environmental sustainability work group.We reviewed suppliers environmental improvement plans for ISO 14001 alignment.We assigned L

292、earning Academy courses to 11 suppliers:Environmental Protection,Managing Energy and gHg Emissions,Water and Wastewater Management,Resolving Wastewater Treatment Issues,and Managing Waste.Management SystemsWe participated in a VAP work group.We continued RBA Full membership.We conducted quarterly bu

293、siness reviews of suppliers.We assessed compliance with the updated RBA Code with respect to labor fees and freedom of association.We assigned Learning Academy courses to 11 suppliers:understanding Supply Chain Responsibility,Industry Standards,Responsible Supply Chain Management(for Factory Managem

294、ent),Supply Chain CSR Monitoring,and using KPIs.HUMAN RIGHTS IN OUR SUPPLY CHAINWe define human rights as the fundamental rights,freedoms and standards of treatment belonging to all humans.We seek to promote human rights throughout our supply chain.We expect our suppliers to respect human rights whe

295、never they provide products or services for us.We expect our suppliers to maintain progressive employment,environmental,health,safety and ethical practices that meet or exceed applicable laws,the RBA Code of Conduct,our CSR Directive,our Code of Conduct and our Human Rights Policy.We also encourage

296、suppliers to use the RBA Code as a platform to go above and beyond compliance.We monitor our supply chain through the RBAs Validated Assessment Program and work directly with suppliers to implement any corrective actions.We seek to use in our products gold,tantalum,tungsten,and tin from conflict-fre

297、e sources,as explained in more detail in Responsible Sourcing and our Responsible Minerals Policy.COVID-19 IMPACTSIn our supply chain,we protect worker rights while promoting business continuity.As members of the RBA,we follow the RBA process to better understand the impact of COVID-19 on our supply

298、 chain.Weve continued to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our supply chain and on workers hours and wages through questionnaires and audit results.ELIMINATING FORCED LABORWe take the issue of forced labor very seriously and conduct regular audits to ensure all workers in our supply chain are treate

299、d with respect and dignity.Our supplier audits have never identified incidents of forced uyghur labor,but we recognize that the risk exists.To help eliminate forced labor from global supply chains,we are full members of and work with industry groups like the RBA.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORAT

300、E RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 39As a result of the workplace disruption,weve seen an increase in working hours these last two years and are supporting our suppliers through this process.The RBA and NVIDIA allow for certain exemptions to working hours requirements in the case of eme

301、rgency or other unusual situations,and we have identified the virus outbreak,and subsequent government shutdown of activities across the globe,as such.Strategic suppliers have communicated any reporting or auditing delays,including VAP audits and International Organization for Standardization(ISO)re

302、newal audits.We continue to work with them and are applying guidance in accordance with the RBA,while remaining in conformance with its code of conduct.The RBA has also launched a Remote VAP audit option for qualifying facilities,and we utilize that where possible and applicable to keep our supplier

303、s on their normal audit cycle.Responsible SourcingWe support,contribute to,and rely on industry-wide efforts to validate the source of minerals used in our products,ensuring that they come from socially responsible sources and do not contribute to human conflict.Our goal is to use only conflict-free

304、 gold,tantalum,tungsten,and tin(3Tg)in our products,and to achieve 100%Responsible Minerals Assurance Process compliant tantalum,tin,tungsten,and gold processing facilities(approximately 90%).We share an annual update in our Conflict Minerals Report,which can be found on our website.Weve successfull

305、y removed non-compliant 3Tg smelters and refiners in our supply chain to help us meet this goal.Were a member of the Public Private Alliance(PPA)for Responsible Minerals Trade and the RBAs Responsible Minerals Initiative(RMI).The PPA provides funding and coordination support to organizations working

306、 within the Democratic Republic of Congo and adjacent countries to develop verifiable conflict-free supply chains,align due diligence programs and practices,encourage responsible sourcing from the region,promote transparency,and bolster in-region civil society and governmental capacity.We support th

307、ese on-the-ground programs aimed at improving transparency for responsible sourcing and reducing human rights risks,including forced labor.Our due diligence program regarding conflict materials conforms in all material respects with the framework recommended by the Organization for Economic Cooperat

308、ion and Development(OECD).Our Responsible Minerals Policy,sourcing goals,and the steps we take to monitor our supply chain for conflict minerals is framed around the OECD Due Diligence guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.This guidance provide

309、s detailed recommendations to help companies respect human rights and avoid contributing to conflict through their mineral purchasing decisions and practices.Our due diligence program regarding conflict materials conforms in all material respects with the framework recommended by the OECD.We continu

310、e to evaluate smelter metrics for annual SEC conflict minerals reporting requirements,and we remove or deactivate suppliers that are non-compliant with product and conflict mineral requirements.During the reporting period,100%of our suppliers and component manufacturers responded with the requested

311、information.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SuPPLY CHAIN MANAgEMENT 40Additionally,we participate in various RMI work groups and align our program with the organizations tracking of additional minerals and materials and with geographic areas of high concern.We monitor ad

312、ditional legal requirements,including the Eu Conflict Minerals Regulations,to determine any future requirements for conflict materials and high-risk regions of the world.In FY20,as the RMI program matured,we began to investigate cobalt in our supply chain.In FY22 we sent surveys to 100%of our strate

313、gic suppliers to collect cobalt smelter data.Weve reported the initial results to customers,as requested.The cobalt program through the RMI is still new and most cobalt refiners in the world have yet to be identified and audited.As the program matures,our goal is to only source from conflict-free co

314、balt refiners.Additionally,at the end of 2022,the RMI published the Extended Minerals Reporting Template(EMRT)to be used for non-3Tg minerals like cobalt.Mica was added to the scope of the EMRT,and we plan to survey our supply chain for both cobalt and mica in 2022.Supplier DiversityOur perspective

315、on the importance of diversity extends beyond our own employees and recruits to our indirect supply chain.Weve taken steps to better understand the diversity of our vendors in the united States and are working to educate those who make purchasing decisions to include minority-owned businesses in the

316、 vendor selection process.SOCIETAL IMPACTS OF AI 41Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORTAI represents the most profound technological shift in our era,touching virtually every industry,including robotics,cybersecurity,finance,healthcare,transportation,retail,and customer servi

317、ce.NVIDIA accelerates this revolution by creating advanced computing tools that serve as open platforms for developers,researchers,and data scientists to innovate in these areas.The responsibilities associated with designing technologies that enable a better world are deeply rooted in our values.Our

318、 commitment to developing trusted AI that is rooted in the principles of upholding human rights is outlined below,along with an overview of how we enable a pipeline of future talent to have a rewarding career in AI and see the potential they have in using AI to solve some of societys most challengin

319、g problems.TRUSTWORTHY AIWere committed to the advancement of Trustworthy AI(TAI),founded in principles that reflect our core values and the fundamentals in our Code of Conduct.Recognizing that technology can have a profound impact on people and the world,weve set priorities that are rooted in foste

320、ring positive change and enabling trust and transparency in AI development.To realize re-usable and interchangeable high-quality,trustworthy AI components,we are developing practices and methodologies enabling construction of“trustworthy by design”AI products.Practices and methodologies span collect

321、ion and use of datasets,machine learning tools and processes,AI model development,and software development and testing.WHAT IT COVERS:Responsible development and use of AI Participation in efforts related to Trustworthy AI across NVIDIA and externally Governance and oversight of AIs impact on societ

322、y Expansion of access to STEM and AI education08SOCIETAL IMPACTS OF AITable Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SOCIETAL IMPACTS OF AI 42Scope and Governance The scope of our global TAI program is focused on the elements involved in developing and deploying an AI model or system a

323、nd involves integrating methodologies from our product life cycle development process into machine learning models,datasets,SDKs,and frameworks authored by NVIDIA.We train developers,engineers,and researchers,and host sessions on TAI practices for business and civic leaders at our developer conferen

324、ces.We have established internal principles,influenced by our corporate values and leveraging global frameworks(such as the Eus High-Level Expert group on Artificial Intelligence and Singapores Model Artificial Intelligence governance Framework),into every stage of developing and deploying an AI mod

325、el or system from concept to performance validation to decommission.We participate in industry-specific working groups,as well as standards bodies such as the IEEE Organizational governance of Artificial Intelligence Working group.Our TAI efforts are led by a head of Trustworthy AI and supported by

326、a cross-functional committee and teams aligned with each of our principles.These teams are responsible for integrating“trustworthiness by design”into our existing product development processes and for building tools and systems to assess product performance.Our global public policy team monitors glo

327、bal regulations and relevant standards to ensure we maintain compliance.See Upholding Human Rights for how we evaluate risk to vulnerable populations and conduct due diligence on customer use of our AI products.Model Risk Management NVIDIA aims to reduce the risk of harm from deployment of AI models

328、 or systems.Model risk can come from many sources including,but not limited to:datasets used to train the model,malicious attacks against the model,or failure to comply with laws and regulations.Our model risk management guidance outlines to all employees working on models the elements of developmen

329、t,validation,audit,and documentation,specifically:Translates our principles into actionable product life cycle requirements which will be integrated into our larger Product Lifecycle process;Outlines the key steps to identify,measure,manage,and mitigate potential risks associated with our AI and mac

330、hine learning models and systems;and Is aligned with and incorporates the Companys privacy guidance as a pragmatic approach to compliance.This approach provides internal development teams with guidance to achieve an innovative,yet ethically responsible solution.Weve designed several tools for intern

331、al developers to aid in the creation of trustworthy AI models:WHAT GOES INTO BUILDING TRUSTWORTHY TECHNOLOGY?Read a conversation between NVIDIAs Nikki Pope,senior director for AI and legal ethics,and Beena Ammanath,Deloitte LLPs Trustworthy and Ethical Technology leader,on the challenges around crea

332、ting trustworthy AI.Table Of Contents2022 NVIDIA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY REPORT SOCIETAL IMPACTS OF AI 43 An inspection dashboard where the companys commercial models are registered,which measures a models completion of essential steps prior to publication and includes a current performance score a

333、nd a target goal;Model requirements and dataset approval process,that models must meet prior to commercial release;AI and machine learning dataset classification guidance document to support classifying and labeling of vetted datasets;and Model cards that accompany our published models and provide information and guidance on a models uses and limitations.Anti-Bias We encourage developers to consid