Climate Change Data

Beijing Digital Telecom Co., Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:2760.04 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:343.48 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:416.56 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:22,013.11 MWh/year
Water Consumption:34,196.47 tonnes/year
Waste Generated:380.54 tonnes/year (hazardous and non-hazardous combined)
Carbon Intensity:0.37 tonne of CO2 equivalent/person

ESG Focus Areas

  • Green Operations
  • Employee Development
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Consumer Service
  • Community Participation
  • Integrity in the Workplace

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) from 1,342.06 tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2021 to 2760.04 tonnes in 2022 (Note: This seems contradictory, requires further investigation of the report)
  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions intensity (tonne of CO2 equivalent/person) from 0.60 in 2021 to 0.37 in 2022
  • Reduced non-hazardous waste from 48.16 tonnes in 2021 to 340.36 tonnes in 2022 (Note: This seems contradictory, requires further investigation of the report)
  • Achieved 100% recycling and disposal of plastic packages, printing consumables, and other wastes.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented a 7-day no-reason return and exchange policy.
  • Provided ten types of free services to consumers.
  • Achieved 100% complaint settlement rate and 100% consumer satisfaction.
  • Resolved 4,938 after-sales problems.
  • Implemented a supplier management system with a “whitelist” system.
  • Audited all suppliers in 2022.
  • Organized various training activities for 2,553 employees (86% of total employees), averaging 39.8 hours per employee.
  • No work-related injuries or lost days due to work injury in 2022.
  • Provided anti-pandemic supplies and support for employees.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a three-level ESG working group to oversee ESG-related matters.
  • Formulated an Anti-Corruption Policy with zero tolerance for bribery and corruption.
  • Established a sound internal audit and risk control system.
  • Implemented job rotation for sensitive positions in the procurement department.
  • No major violations of corruption, bribery, fraud, or money laundering in 2022.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Continue efforts on energy and water conservation, emission reduction, and waste reduction in 2023.

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential impact of extreme weather events on business operations.
  • Maintaining supply chain stability and managing ESG risks within the supply chain.
  • Ensuring data security and protecting consumer privacy.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Monitoring extreme weather forecasts and implementing emergency plans.
  • Implementing a supplier audit system and responsible procurement practices.
  • Establishing and improving the internal information security management system.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: All suppliers were audited in 2022.

Responsible Procurement
  • Established supplier selection standards and procedures.
  • Implemented a “whitelist” system for suppliers.
  • Formulated a Supplier Management System in 2022.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Floods, snowstorms, and typhoons

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
  • Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)

The Group actively explores operation models that facilitate green, low-carbon, and resource-efficient development, improve the well-being of employees and communities, and promote a sustainable supply chain.