Tongcheng Travel Holdings Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:72,351.19 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:69.57 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:8,239.19 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:11,535.38 MWh/year
Water Consumption:80,390.21 tonnes/year
Waste Generated:631.01 tonnes/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Product responsibility
- Employee care
- Community investment
- Environmental protection
- Customer privacy
- Customer security
- Credible and compliant operations
- Quality service
- Network security
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) from 69,388.02 tCO2e in 2018 to 72,351.19 tCO2e in 2019 (Note: This seems to be an increase, not a reduction. The report needs clarification.)
- Reduced wastewater discharge from 8,324.71 tonnes in 2018 to 8,308.76 tonnes in 2019.
- Reduced total non-hazardous waste from 885.82 tonnes in 2018 to 631.01 tonnes in 2019.
- Implemented energy-saving measures such as using LED lighting, installing tubular lighting, and using induction lamps.
Social Achievements
- Launched “55 Services” exclusively for hearing-impaired users.
- Held the “4th Different Children’s Day” and launched charity programs.
- Organized various employee activities such as Thanksgiving parents tours and interest groups.
- Implemented employee training programs with an average of 6.16 hours per employee.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG management framework consisting of the Board of Directors, senior management, and a working group.
- Established a personal information security protection group.
- Formulated the Administrative Measures for APPs’ Security.
- Established the Discipline Inspection and Supervision Committee.
- Implemented measures to prevent corruption and promote compliance.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Maintaining information security.
- Balancing work and life for employees.
- Managing environmental impact of operations (though specific challenges aren't explicitly stated).
Mitigation Strategies
- Established an information security system and committee.
- Implemented flexible working hours and provided employee benefits.
- Implemented energy-saving and waste reduction measures.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Established a sound selection, assessment, and management mechanism for suppliers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Hong Kong Stock Exchange)
Certifications: COPC Inc. (Customer Service)
Awards & Recognition
- Certificate of Enterprise Credit Grade (AAA)
- National Model Enterprises with Harmonious Employment Relationship
- Jiangsu Province “May 1st Labor Medal”
- Best Employer Award
- Moving Organisation
- Star Team
- 2019 Asia Tourism “Red Coral” Award
- 2019 Internet Enterprise Social Responsibility Award
- 2019 New Industry Economic Growth Pioneer Enterprise/Brand
- Aladdin Best Mini Program of the Year
- Aladdin Best Advertiser of Mini Program of the Year
- Sina Annual Hot Ranking No.1 and Best Service Company
- 2019 Online Tourism Industry Best Customer Service
- Pioneer of fighting the epidemic
- Most Growing Technology China Concept Stocks Listed Companies
- 2019 China New Economy Innovation Influence Ranking – Most Reliable Travel Platform
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:62,307.48 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:67.79 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:7,070.91 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:11,535.38 MWh/year
Water Consumption:69,230.53 tonnes/year
Waste Generated:426.95 tonnes/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Product Responsibility
- Employee Care
- Community Investment
- Environmental Protection
- Users' Privacy
- Information Security
- Quality Service
- Network Security
- Supply Chain Management
- Anti-Corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) from 72,351.19 tonnes in 2019 to 62,307.48 tonnes in 2020.
- Implemented energy-saving measures such as using LED lighting and optimizing air conditioning temperature.
Social Achievements
- Resolved 4,200 effective customer complaints.
- Launched various employee care initiatives, including annual health checkups, psychological counseling, and employee activities.
- Implemented a comprehensive complaint management system.
- Improved the self-service resolution rate by 19% through an intelligent navigation system.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG management framework including the Board of Directors, senior management, and a working group.
- Implemented an anti-corruption policy with zero tolerance for corruption.
- Established a comprehensive reporting channel for ethical violations.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Sustainable development
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Potential impact of extreme weather events on business operations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Launched the “Hit the Road” initiative to support suppliers and revitalize the tourism industry.
- Established emergency procedures and response mechanisms for extreme weather events.
- Developed online systems to support employees during the pandemic.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Strict admission criteria for suppliers.
- Regular assessment and rating of suppliers.
- Supplier Evaluation Scheme Focusing on Social and Environmental Risks.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather (typhoons, rainstorms)
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Hong Kong Stock Exchange)
Certifications: ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System), China Healthy Workplace Certification
Awards & Recognition
- Unit with 5A Credit Rating of Labour Security
- Top 100 Innovative Private Enterprises of Jiangsu Province
- 2020 The Reputation List of China Listed Companies Award
- 2020 CSR Competitiveness – Corporate Social Responsibility China Excellence in Poverty Alleviation of the Year Award
- 2020 Top 100 Internet Enterprises of China
- 2020 Jiangsu Province Network Poverty Alleviation Excellent Case
- 2020 National Network Poverty Alleviation Ten Major Cases
- Industry Award of the Year
- Most Growing Technological Listed Company Award
- TTG China Travel Award--Selected Travel Tech
- Best New Economy Company
- Best Culture and Travel Public Group
- Most Influential Employer
- Most Talent-appreciated Employer
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:6,670.31 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:67.66 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:6,602.65 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:9,354.24 MWh/year
Water Consumption:64,830.0 tonnes/year
Waste Generated:756.48 tonnes/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Product Responsibility
- Business Ethics and Anti-corruption
- Supply Chain Management
- Employee Management
- Environmental Protection
- Community Investment
- User Privacy
- User Security
- Network Security
- Quality Service
- Climate Change
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced wastewater discharge from 72,351.19 tonnes in 2019 to 58,347.00 tonnes in 2021.
- Reduced total GHG emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) from 8,308.76 tonnes in 2019 to 6,670.31 tonnes in 2021.
- Reduced non-hazardous waste from 631.01 tonnes in 2019 to 756.48 tonnes in 2021 (increase likely due to new canteen).
Social Achievements
- Resolved 2,973 customer complaints in 2021.
- Launched several employee wellbeing initiatives, including an EAP program and various sports activities.
- Implemented a comprehensive complaint management system.
- Conducted various trainings for employees, with an average of 7.3 training hours per employee.
Governance Achievements
- Established a four-tier ESG governance structure including a Board-level ESG Committee and a corporate-level ESG and Data Security Committee.
- Implemented a robust anti-corruption program with zero tolerance for corruption.
- Conducted annual ethics audits and 8 special inspections in 2021.
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 15% by the end of 2030 (from 2021 baseline).
Environmental Challenges
- Extreme weather events impacting business operations (cancellations, safety risks).
- Supply chain disruptions (not explicitly stated, but implied by the need for supplier management).
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed the Tongcheng Travel Climate Change Policy.
- Established emergency procedures and response mechanisms for extreme weather events.
- Implemented a strict supplier access qualification review and management mechanism.
- Developed a comprehensive contingency plan for information security incidents.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Strict supplier access qualification review and management mechanism.
- Anti-bribery agreements with suppliers.
- Supplier trainings on anti-corruption policies.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (typhoons, rainstorms)
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Hong Kong Stock Exchange)
Certifications: ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System - in progress)
Awards & Recognition
- The Most Growing Overseas Listed Company
- OTA Platform for Outstanding Contribution of Cultural Tourism
- 2021 Top 20 China Tourism Group
- 2020 Yangtze River Delta Business Innovation Sample Enterprise
- 2019-2020 Unit with 4A Credit Rating
- Best New Economy Company
- Annual Smart Marketing Award
- Best Mini Program in 2021
- 2021 Public Welfare Communication Award
- Rural Revitalisation and Innovation Demonstration Village
- Most Sustainable Development Award
- 2021 CSR Summit Public Welfare Model
- Thousands of Corporate Social Responsibility Reports
- HMS Core Best Partner Award
- Best Potential App in Huawei AppGallery
- The Most Popular Quick App in Huawei AppGallery
- 2021 Best Partner
- Best Quick App Award
- Most Innovative Application Award
- China’s Best Employers-School Recruitment Case Award
- Most Influential Employer
- Most Talent-appreciated Employer
- 2021 Top Human Resources Management Awards
- China Healthy Workplace Certification
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:7961.04 tonnes CO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:69.30 tonnes CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:7891.74 tonnes CO2e
Total Energy Consumption:11,149.53 MWh
Water Consumption:79,385.47 tonnes
Waste Generated:596.53 tonnes
ESG Focus Areas
- Product responsibility
- Business ethics and anti-corruption
- Supply chain management
- Employee management
- Environmental protection
- Community investment
- User privacy
- User security
- Network security
- Quality service
- Credible and compliant operation
Environmental Achievements
- Obtained ISO 14001 certification of environmental management system
- Commitment to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions intensity by 15% by the end of 2030 compared to 2021
Social Achievements
- Obtained ISO 45001 certification of occupational health and safety management system and “China Healthy Workplace Certification”
- Annual training covering more than 86.8% of employees
- Average annual training hours of 8.2 hours per employee
- Over 200 hours of psychological consultation for employees via EAP
- Lindu Warm Village awarded the “Demonstration Project of Urban and Rural Leisure Integration”
- 46.64% female employees
- 42.94% female in management
Governance Achievements
- 100% of employees and board members participated in integrity training
- Obtained the certificate of International Customer Service Standardization Certification Body (COPC Inc.)
- First call resolution rate (FCR) of complaints within 2 hours reached more than 95%
- Obtained ISO 27001 Information Security Management System certification, covering more than 80% of the Company’s business
- 100% of employees were trained in data security training
- 3 employees awarded the Personal Information Protection Engineer certificate and the Enterprise Compliance Engineer qualification
- A total of 6 special ethics audits were carried out
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions intensity by 15% by 2030 compared to 2021
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 epidemic
- Extreme weather events impacting business operations
- Server failures due to rising global mean temperatures
- Data security risks
Mitigation Strategies
- Established disaster response procedures and mechanisms for extreme weather
- Equipped server room with high-reliability and high-availability disaster recovery plan
- Implemented intra-city inter-machine backup, remote backup, and regular emergency drills for server room management and data recovery
- Formulated stringent penalty and compensation rules against suppliers
- Implemented continuous self-inspection and self-rectification for the compliance of APPs
- Established a security emergency response center
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 6 special ethics audits
Responsible Procurement
- Strict supplier access qualification review and management mechanism
- Supplier Evaluation Scheme Focusing on Social and Environmental Risks
- Relevant agreements requiring compliance with employment, safety, and health laws and regulations
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather (typhoons, rainstorms)
- Rising mean temperatures causing server failures
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide in Appendix 27 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, COPC Inc.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Lvzhi Cloud CMS
Awards & Recognition
- ESG Pioneer Award
- Annual ESG Investment Selection of Listed Companies in 2022
- Top 100 Enterprises in China’s Internet Comprehensive Strength in 2022
- 2021-2022 China Internet Industry Self-discipline Contribution and Public Welfare Award
- Cultivate Benchmark Enterprises with Integrity Management, Trustworthiness and Promises in 2022
- Unit with 5A Credit Rating of Labor Security in Suzhou in 2021
- Most Socially Responsible Listed Company
- Most Influential Award
- Annual Most Growing Brand
- Annual Socially Responsible Award
- Annual Demonstration Unit of the Digital Trade Committee
- Top 100 Innovative Private Enterprises of Jiangsu Province in 2022
- Top 100 Service Enterprises of Nanjing
- Suzhou Software and Information Service Industry “Lead Goose” Enterprise
- Metaverse Industry Application and Pioneer Technology Gold Award in 2022
- Best Life Service Mini Program in 2022
- Annual Innovative Smart Marketing Award 2022
- Public-Private Linkage Award
- Best Industry Discovery Award
- Top 10 Consumer Innovation Cases in 2021