香港經濟日報集團有限公司
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017-04-01 to 2018-03-31, 2023-2024)
Reporting Period: 2017-04-01 to 2018-03-31
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:9662.51 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:1,107.31 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:8,555.20 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:63,707.88 GJ/year
Water Consumption:21,955.75 m3/year
Waste Generated:2120 liters of hazardous waste/year
Carbon Intensity:0.01 tCO2e/HKD
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved ISO14001 certification for one of its printing plants.
- Reduced volatile organic compound emissions by over 90% in the printing process through the use of a thermal incinerator.
- Implemented energy-saving measures including energy-efficient lighting, water-cooled air conditioning systems, and indoor temperature control devices.
Social Achievements
- Maintained a fair employment practice, complying with all relevant employment laws and regulations.
- Provided competitive remuneration and benefits to employees.
- Organized various training courses, seminars, and sharing sessions to foster a culture of learning.
- Supported local communities through corporate sponsorships and charitable donations.
- Provided an online platform for social enterprises to promote their businesses.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented anti-bribery guidelines and a zero-tolerance policy towards bribery and corruption.
- Commercial printing plant achieved ISO9001 certification.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Significant greenhouse gas emissions from printing and office operations.
- Waste generation from printing operations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented measures to reduce energy consumption and improve resource efficiency.
- Used thermal incinerator to reduce emissions.
- All chemical waste collected by licensed chemical waste collectors.
- Waste paper collected by recycling companies.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Collaboration with FSC-approved paper suppliers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 9001, FSC Chain of Custody, PEFC Chain of Custody
Awards & Recognition
- 傑出社企合作伙伴大獎
- 商界展關懷標誌 (over 10 years)
- 本地旅遊雜誌第一位 (U周刊, 7 consecutive years)
Reporting Period: 2023-2024
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:573.45 tons CO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:573.45 tons CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:5237.33 tons CO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:49,275.52 GJ
Water Consumption:17,763.51 m3
Waste Generated:720 liters of hazardous waste; 0 kg of hazardous waste; unspecified amount of non-hazardous waste
Carbon Intensity:0.01 tons CO2e per million HKD (Scope 1 & 2)
ESG Focus Areas
- Emissions
- Resource Use
- Environment and Natural Resources
- Climate Change
- Employment and Labor Practices
- Health and Safety
- Development and Training
- Labor Standards
- Supply Chain Management
- Product Responsibility
- Anti-Corruption
- Community Investment
Environmental Achievements
- Installation of energy-efficient lighting and water-saving devices
- Adoption of water-cooled air conditioning systems in the printing plant
- Implementation of indoor temperature control devices in offices and data centers
- Use of computer-to-plate imaging technology in the printing process, eliminating traditional film plates and related chemicals
- Use of eco-friendly inks
- Recycling of plate washing wastewater
- Recycling of waste paper and zinc plates
- Implementation of a distributed photovoltaic power generation project at the printing plant in Tai Po Industrial Estate
Social Achievements
- Providing competitive remuneration and benefits to retain talent
- Implementation of a safety management system in the printing plant
- Conducting various training courses, seminars, and sharing sessions to foster a culture of learning
- Encouraging employees to participate in external training courses
- Establishment of an online platform for social enterprises
Governance Achievements
- Establishment of an anti-bribery policy
- Implementation of clear codes of conduct regarding the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance, personal interests, conflicts of interest, prevention of extortion, and fraud
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Potential risks from climate change, including extreme weather events, power shortages, asset losses, increased repair costs, and threats to employee health and safety
- Potential operational risks from international climate change policies, laws, and regulations, and the Hong Kong government's commitment to reducing carbon emissions
Mitigation Strategies
- Actively monitoring weather warnings from the Hong Kong Observatory and government emergency management departments
- Making appropriate adjustments to relevant businesses
- Implementing specific operational measures, including purchasing relevant insurance to mitigate potential financial impacts
- Continuously reviewing and strengthening its methods for identifying, preparing for, and responding to climate-related risks
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Collaboration with FSC-accredited paper suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Typhoons, heavy rain, and other extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- International climate change policies, laws, and regulations
- Hong Kong government's commitment to reducing carbon emissions
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix XXVII of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 14001 (one printing plant), FSC Chain of Custody, PEFC Chain of Custody, ISO 9001 (commercial printing plant)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- 5 awards in the 2023 Asia-Pacific Institute of Journalism Awards
- First place in Finance in the 2023 Best Digital Media Awards
- Best Performing Securities Data Provider in the 2023 Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Market Data Awards
- First place in Fashion Lifestyle Website and Travel Website in the 2023 Best Digital Media Awards
- Outstanding Award for Best Social Platform Advocating Consumer Rights in the 2023 Consumer Rights News Reporting Awards
- Corporate Marketing Leader Award - Recruitment Marketing in the Hong Kong Marketing Society - Marketing Leaders Awards 2023-2024