EC Healthcare
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020-04 to 2021-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03, FY2022/23)
Reporting Period: 2020-04 to 2021-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1535.16 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:1523.51 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:11.65 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:2,304,618 kWh/year
Water Consumption:11,509 m3/year
Waste Generated:68.6 t/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental management
- Social performance
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Awarded SDGs Enterprise Awards in “Good Health and Wellbeing” and “Clean and Affordable Energy” by Junior Chamber International Hong Kong
- Implemented measures to reduce energy consumption (LED lights, double-sided printing, electronic document processing)
- Reduced hazardous waste from 1.67 tonnes to 0.85 tonnes
Social Achievements
- Offered 10,000 quotas for free Pre-Covid-19 Vaccination Health Assessment
- Offered 100 quotas of free Pre-COVID-19 Vaccination Health Assessment to the Elderly Services Association of Hong Kong
- Implemented EC Healthcare Consultation Subsidy Scheme offering discounted general consultation fees
- Collaborated on mental health awareness program with Dr Go and Mental Health Association of Hong Kong
- Provided Art Therapy for staff
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a whistle-blowing policy
- Strict compliance with relevant laws and regulations (Employment Ordinance, Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Ordinance, Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance, Minimum Wage Ordinance, etc.)
- No reported breaches of laws and regulations relating to bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Indirect greenhouse gas emissions from electricity consumption
- Managing increasing numbers of suppliers and partners
- Maintaining product quality and safety
Mitigation Strategies
- Encouraging public transport use and using electric vehicles
- Stringent supplier selection policies and regular performance reviews
- Stringent policies on product safety, advertising, labeling, and privacy; regular stocktaking and inventory management
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Regular reviews and assessments of supplier performance
Responsible Procurement
- Consideration of supplier reputation, safety records, past performance, supply quality, price competitiveness, delivery punctuality, relationship with the Group, completeness of certificates and evidence provided, service quality and types of products supplied
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Guide (Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
The Group's commitment to improving healthcare services and protecting the environment aligns with these goals.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- SDGs Enterprise Awards in “Good Health and Wellbeing” and “Clean and Affordable Energy”, HERA – Hong Kong ESG Reporting Awards
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:15.44 tonnes CO2e (Scope 1 from waste)
Scope 1 Emissions:15.44 tonnes CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:3,942.05 tonnes CO2e
Total Energy Consumption:8,126,462 kWh
Water Consumption:14,434 m³
Waste Generated:84.07 tonnes (73.53 non-hazardous, 10.54 hazardous)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 74% of facilities completed LED lighting installation
- Partnership with Kerry Logistics for centralized warehouse management
- Implementation of online platform for expense reimbursement
Social Achievements
- 21% increase in average employee training hours
- Community outreach programs impacting 6,000+ people
- Expanded outreach to 45 nursing homes
Governance Achievements
- Increased independent non-executive directors to 43%
- ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management System
- Implementation of anti-corruption policy and training
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- 2030 ESG targets (detailed in report)
Environmental Challenges
- Increased electricity consumption due to business expansion
- Evolving regulatory landscape
- Economic slowdown
Mitigation Strategies
- Adoption of IoT devices for energy optimization
- Regular monitoring of regulations and industry standards
- Prudent capital management and scenario planning
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainability principles in supplier evaluation matrix
- Stringent policies on supplier selection
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, HKEX ESG Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Paperless imaging center
Reporting Period: FY2022/23
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Health & Safety
- Carbon Intensity Reduction
- Quality Management System
Environmental Achievements
- 60+ service points installed energy-efficient lighting and devices
- Launched a new paper recycling program
- Achieved 100% sustainability targets
Social Achievements
- Increased average total training hours for employees by 130%
- Increased total volunteering hours by 26%
Governance Achievements
- Achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management System
- Adhered to ISO 31000 Risk Management Standards
- Appointed Mr. Stephen Kai-Yi Wong as Chief Advisor, Data Protection
- Appointed Dr. Ko Wing Man as Chief Advisor of the Group’s Medical Advisory Board