SUTL Enterprise Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by 0.7%
- Reduced waste generation by 1.4%
- 10% of dry waste reused and recycled
- Zero spills
- Launched the ONE°15 Marina – Seakeepers Asia Coral Garden project with 91.1% coral transplant survivorship
- Achieved MIA International Clean Marina Level 4 Award (ISO 14001:2015)
Social Achievements
- Zero guest and employee safety incidents (excluding one minor injury resulting in 7 man-days lost)
- Employees attended training programs including first aid and emergency trainings
- Held 36 member engagement events (significant increase from 14 in 2018)
Governance Achievements
- No reported incidents of corruption
- Strict compliance with Personal Data Protection Act (2012), no reported breaches
- Strict compliance with social and economic regulations, no serious non-compliance incidents
Climate Goals & Targets
- Complete remaining marina pontoon reconfiguration by end of 2020
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change risks (hurricanes, storms, tsunamis)
- Stringent government regulations on business activities contributing to climate change
Mitigation Strategies
- Adequate environmental and safety measures implemented at marinas
- Careful site selection and implementation of safety measures (dredging, breakwaters, wave fences)
- Environmental policies to mitigate regulatory risks
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Evaluation of food suppliers based on freshness, quality, and timely delivery
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Hurricanes, storms, tsunamis
Transition Risks
- Stringent government regulations
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards “Core” option
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015
Awards & Recognition
- Marina Industry Association (“MIA”) International Clean Marina Level 4 Award (ISO 14001:2015)
- Asian Boating Awards – Best Asian Marina (multiple years)
- Luxury Travel Awards – Unique Luxury Hotel of the Year 2019
- Best Contribution to the Asian Marina Industry – Arthur Tay (2019)
- Corporate Insider – Winner of Business Excellence Awards (2019)
- 14th South West ECo Awards – Commendation Award (Corporate Category (2018))
- Agoda Gold Circle Award 2015
- Influential Brands: Lifestyle & Yachting Hub – Winner 2015
- Asian Boating Awards – Green Maritime Company of the Year 2015
- The Yacht Harbour Association (“TYHA”) Gold Anchor Award Scheme (5 Gold Anchor)
- ISO 9001:2008 –Quality Management System (2009)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Upholding Good Governance and Ethics
- Building Climate Change Resilience
- Protecting Our Environment
- Caring for Our Customers
- Developing Our Human Capital
- Contributing to Our Community
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 14% reduction in water withdrawal from public utilities by implementing water saving initiatives
- Promoted environmental awareness by educating members and the public through events such as Eco Month
- Launched an indoor vertical garden that can cultivate over 15 types of vegetables and herbs
- 100% replacement of light bulbs with solar energy in garden areas
- Reduced energy intensity from 373 MJ/$’000s revenue in FY2021 to 319 MJ/$’000s revenue in FY2022
Social Achievements
- Engaged a global consulting company to conduct a wage survey for employees to ensure employment compensation and benefits remain fair and competitive
- Achieved an average of 19 training hours for permanent employees
- Hosted the Energy Observer, a vessel using renewable energy
Governance Achievements
- Zero incidents of non-compliance with socioeconomic rules and regulations, including customer privacy and tax-related laws
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Achieve Sentosa’s net-zero goal by 2030; exploring alternative sources such as investing in solar panels
- Attaining more hotel sustainability certifications; commencing tracking of emissions
Environmental Challenges
- Increase of carbon tax in Singapore
- Singapore aims for 80% of all buildings (by Gross Floor Area) to achieve the BCA Green Mark by 2030
- 60% of hotel room stock in Singapore to attain internationally-recognised hotel sustainability certification by 2025
- Hotels in Singapore are to commence tracking of emissions by 2023 and reduce emissions by 2030 with a view to reach net zero by 2050
- Sentosa Development Corporation (“SDC”) to be net zero by 2030
- The need to cater for members’ desire for greener initiatives
- Negative stakeholder perception if the Group is not seen to be doing enough on climate-related matters
- Rising temperatures from climate change
Mitigation Strategies
- Discussion with energy suppliers to install solar panels at our marina; purchasing energy from cleaner and renewable sources
- Exploring applying for the BCA Green mark
- Exploring attaining more hotel sustainability-related certifications, and also tap on any available government grants
- Continuing tracking emissions and rolling out emission reducing initiatives
- Actively involved in discussions to support Sentosa’s net-zero goal; part of the Sentosa Carbon Neutral Network
- Ongoing engagement with customers and members; working closely with existing partners
- Consistently dedicated resources within the organisation to champion sustainability; exploring more ISO certifications; organising events to build awareness
- Considering installing more environmentally friendly shading and architecture as well as improve air circulation within our premises
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Screening food suppliers for import/export licenses; ensuring restaurants do not serve endangered species; using FSC, PEFC, or Green Label certified paper products; using biodegradable takeaway containers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Rising temperatures
- Sea level rise
Transition Risks
- Increase of carbon tax
- Changes to policy and legal obligations
- Technological innovation
- Changing market demand
- Changing stakeholder expectations
Opportunities
- Increase energy efficiency
- Adopting renewable energy
- Integrating sustainable practices into services
- Shift in demand from high climate-risk disaster-prone countries to lower climate-risk countries
- Managing climate risk and capitalising on opportunities to improve business resiliency
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI 2021 Standards, TCFD Recommendations, UN SDGs
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, 5 Gold Anchor Platinum accreditation (MIA), Superyacht Ready (MIA), Level 4 International Clean Marina
Third-party Assurance: Internal review by internal audit function
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
- SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- SDG 14 (Life Below Water)
Group's contributions to water efficiency, waste management, climate change resilience, and marine biodiversity conservation
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- ONE°15 Flora Garden
Awards & Recognition
- 5 Gold Anchor Platinum accreditation (MIA)
- Superyacht Ready (MIA)
- Level 4 International Clean Marina
- Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022
- SG Clean certification
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Good Governance and Ethics
- Building Climate Change Resilience
- Protecting Our Environment
- Caring for Our Customers
- Developing Our Human Capital
Environmental Achievements
- Hosted Blue Water EduFest 2023 to raise awareness about ocean conservation.
- Installed three Collec’Thors, removing 3 tonnes of floating waste.
- Increased coral area and diversity in the ONE°15 Marina – Seakeepers Asia Coral Garden project (144 transplanted corals, 2.66m2 of coral area).
Social Achievements
- Allocated S$250,000 to scholarship programs, conservation projects, and seed funding for researchers.
- Provided a free health screening to all employees.
- Provided 2,977 training hours to employees (average 18 hours per employee).
Governance Achievements
- Achieved zero incidents of non-compliance with SGX-ST listing rules or the Code of Corporate Governance.
- Achieved zero reported corruption or significant whistle-blowing reports.
- Achieved zero substantiated complaints concerning breaches of customer privacy and data loss.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Develop a carbon reduction roadmap by 2030.
- Obtain BCA Green Mark certification for clubhouse by 2030.
- Obtain sustainability certification by 2025.
- Install electrical charger for boats.
Environmental Challenges
- Increase of carbon tax in Singapore.
- Singapore's aim for 80% of buildings to achieve BCA Green Mark by 2030.
- 60% of hotel room stock in Singapore to attain internationally-recognized hotel sustainability certification by 2025.
- Hotels in Singapore to commence tracking emissions by 2023 and reduce emissions by 2030.
- Need to cater for members’ desire for greener initiatives.
- Negative stakeholder perception if the Group is not seen to be doing enough on climate-related matters.
- Rise in global average temperature increases resulting in more frequent and intense weather events.
Mitigation Strategies
- Using solar panels to reduce energy consumption.
- Replacing air conditioners with energy-efficient units.
- Assessing BCA requirements and possibilities of getting buildings Green Mark certified.
- Exploring attaining more hotel sustainability certifications.
- Tracking emissions and rolling out emission reduction initiatives.
- Implementing various green initiatives (charging points, biodegradable materials, etc.).
- Consistently dedicating resources to champion sustainability.
- Organizing events to raise awareness.
- Monitoring weather conditions and investing in infrastructure as needed.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Screening food suppliers for licenses.
- Ensuring restaurants do not serve endangered species.
- Using FSC/PEFC/Green Label certified paper products.
- Using biodegradable takeaway containers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Rise in global average temperature and sea level rise affecting marina infrastructure.
Transition Risks
- Increase in carbon tax.
- Regulatory changes related to green building certifications.
- Changes in stakeholder expectations regarding sustainability.
Opportunities
- Increase energy efficiency.
- Shift in demand from high climate-risk countries to lower climate-risk countries.
- Diversify services with an eco-friendly focus.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards 2021, TCFD Recommendations
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, Level 4 International Clean Marina
Third-party Assurance: Internal review by internal audit function
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3
- Goal 4
- Goal 6
- Goal 12
- Goal 13
- Goal 14
- Goal 16
The Group's contributions to these goals are detailed in the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Tatler’s Best of Singapore | Travel & Shopping – Yacht Charters
- International Marina of the Year 2023 (MIA)
- Farm-to-Table Logo (Singapore Food Agency)
- Singapore Hotel Sustainability Award 2023-2024