FIH Mobile Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017, 2020, 2021, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2017
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Year-on-year reduction of energy consumption of 95.8 TJ in Langfang, PRC facilities.
- GHG emission reduction by energy-saving initiatives: 25.2 TJ (6,132 tonnes), 5.8 TJ (1,411 tonnes), and 64.8 TJ (15,768 tonnes) from various initiatives.
- Reduction of up to an average of 550 tonnes of wastewater discharge per month using a vacuum distillation system.
- Reuse of 1,000 tonnes of reusable water per day through reverse osmosis and greywater treatment.
- Reuse of 2,238,835 kilograms of wooden pallets and 226,396 kilograms of plastic pallets instead of disposal.
Social Achievements
- Implemented a comprehensive remuneration policy with annual bonuses, time-based incentives, and other incentive programs.
- Introduced non-monetary rewards (including housing incentives) for employees with exceptional performance.
- Provided insurance coverage and complimentary health checks for employees.
- Invested in automation of manufacturing tasks to improve industrial safety and occupational hygiene.
- Organized various cultural, entertainment, and sports activities for employees.
- Regular volunteer activities such as blood donation, tree planting, and visits to the underprivileged.
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with the Hon Hai Group’s Social and Environmental Responsibility (SER) Code of Conduct.
- Established an anti-corruption team to handle investigations of improper business conduct.
- Established a whistle-blowing policy to protect whistle-blower identities and handle complaints fairly and professionally.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual SER risk assessments and continuous on-site audits.
Responsible Procurement
- Compliance with social and environmental responsibility guidelines.
- Implementation of fair competition and transparency principles.
- Sustainable and hazardous materials and product management system with third-party certification.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
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)
Certifications: ISO14001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Stewardship
- Human Capital
- Supply Chain Management
- Community Contribution
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced 588,000 tonnes of steam by adopting light steam engines.
- Saved 1,020,000 kWh by replacing obsolete lights with LED light fixtures.
- Reduced 3,970,000 m³ of compressed air usage by procuring energy-efficient air guns.
- Reduced wastewater discharge by an average of 550 m³ per month using a vacuum distillation system.
- Reused 106,400 m³ of greywater.
- Reduced the weight of sludge disposed of in the landfill by 2,540 tonnes.
- Reused 451,620 kg of wooden pallets and 139,000 kg of plastic pallets.
Social Achievements
- Implemented a merit-based remuneration policy with annual bonuses and incentive programs.
- Provided comprehensive training programs, including 4 CCTs training sessions for over 95 employees.
- Implemented a whistle-blowing system for reporting child and forced labor cases.
- Invested in improving the infrastructure of manufacturing plants and dormitory environment for employees.
- Provided recreational facilities to promote work-life balance.
Governance Achievements
- Established anti-corruption and whistle-blowing policies.
- Implemented a “Law Identification Procedure” for internal evaluation and audit of compliance with relevant environmental and labor laws and regulations.
- No concluded legal cases regarding corrupt practices brought against the Group or its employees during the reporting period.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Interruption of manufacturing operations, supply chain, energy resources and logistics due to extreme weather events.
- Potential implementation of climate-related regulation and policy changes.
Mitigation Strategies
- ERM Team identified and evaluated climate-related issues and concluded they were not significant vis-à-vis the Group during the reporting period.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Continuous on-site supplier audits and annual SER risk assessments.
Responsible Procurement
- Compliance with the Group’s social and environmental responsibility guidelines and SER Code.
- Prohibition of corruption, fraud, extortion, money-laundering, and discrimination.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Interruption of manufacturing operations, supply chain, energy resources and logistics due to extreme weather events.
Transition Risks
- Potential implementation of climate-related regulation and policy changes.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEX Environmental, Social and Governance Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO14001, ISO50001, ISO45001, SA8000
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Stewardship
- Human Capital
- Supply Chain Management
- Community Contribution
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption and GHG emissions through various initiatives (detailed in report)
- Reduced wastewater discharge by an average of 550 m3 per month
- Reused 46,500 m3 of greywater
- Reduced sludge disposed in landfill by 796 tonnes
- Reused 893,668 kg of wooden pallets and 103,860 kg of plastic pallets
Social Achievements
- Implemented a comprehensive and competitive remuneration policy
- Provided annual bonuses, time-based/performance-based incentives, and other incentive programs
- Introduced non-monetary rewards (including housing incentives)
- Provided insurance coverage for employees
- Provided ongoing training on various areas (occupational safety, regulations, technical skills, management skills, and social and environmental responsibility)
- Organized 2 CCTs training sessions for over 72 employees
- Implemented a “safety first” policy with proactive and preventive measures to reduce occupational risks
- Invested in automation of manufacturing tasks to improve industrial safety and occupational hygiene
- Provided recreational facilities for employees (sports stadiums, basketball courts, swimming pools, libraries, parks, gymnasiums, banking, and retail facilities)
Governance Achievements
- Established and maintained an advanced detection and monitoring system for occupational safety
- Implemented control and prevention mechanisms and conducted regular safety inspections to eliminate workplace hazards
- Established whistle-blowing policies and procedures for reporting fraudulent acts, unethical acts, or improper business conduct
- Implemented a “Law Identification Procedure” for internal evaluation and audit of compliance with relevant environmental and labor laws and regulations
- No concluded legal cases regarding corrupt practices brought against the Group or its employees during the reporting period
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Reduce electricity consumption and GHG emissions by 2% year-on-year by 31 December 2022
- Reduce water consumption by 6% year-on-year by 31 December 2022
- Convert at least 1,000 tonnes of food waste through waste-to-energy process by 31 December 2022
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual CSR risk assessments and continuous on-site audits
Responsible Procurement
- Compliance with Group’s social and environmental responsibility guidelines
- Prohibition of corruption, fraud, extortion, money-laundering, and discrimination
- Adherence to CSR Code and RBA management model
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Interruption of manufacturing operations, supply chain, energy resources, and logistics due to extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Substitution of existing products, services, and/or technologies during transition; increase in capital expenditures and operating costs
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO 14001 (manufacturing plants in PRC, India, and Vietnam), ISO 50001 (certain production facilities)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Stewardship
- People-Oriented
- Sustainable Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions by 57.68% compared with the 2020 baseline.
- Reduced electricity consumption by 64.45% compared with the 2020 baseline.
- Four factories obtained UL 2799 “Zero Waste to Landfill” certification at Gold and Platinum levels.
- 100% implementation rate of industrial wastewater discharge monitoring systems.
Social Achievements
- Maintained zero major labour rights violation incidents.
- Maintained zero occupational diseases caused by chemical agents.
- Achieved 91% employee retention rate for indirect labour.
- Provided an average of 54 hours in professional training courses per employee.
Governance Achievements
- Appointed a female independent non-executive director.
- Published updated Code of Conduct and Responsibility Standards.
- Established ESG Committee and ESG Task Force Team.
- No legal case regarding corrupt practices brought against the Group or its employees.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
- Reduce emissions by 42% by 2030
- Half of the Group’s factories obtain the UL 2799 “Zero Waste to Landfill” certification at Gold level by 2030.
- At least 10 specific electronics suppliers with UL 2799 certification by 2025
- At least 15 key electronics suppliers committing to 100% renewable energy by 2025
- Reduce carbon emissions by 21% by 2025 (achieved in 2021)
- Reduce water consumption intensity by 6% by 2025
- 100% installation of industrial wastewater discharge and water quality monitoring system by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Economic downturns, inflationary pressures, geopolitical issues, and extreme climate.
- Decreased revenue impacting water consumption intensity target.
- Data collection challenges for Scope 3 emissions (Category 9 and 14).
Mitigation Strategies
- Actively promoted ESG goals and actions, integrating good governance practices.
- Continued efforts to reduce water consumption.
- Excluded Categories 9 and 14 from Scope 3 emissions due to data limitations.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 122 major suppliers audited in 2023 (50% increase from 2022)
Responsible Procurement
- Hon Hai Technology Group’s Supplier Social and Environmental Responsibility Code of Conduct (SER CoC)
- Green product requirements
- Conflict minerals due diligence
- RBA standards
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Long-term shifts in climate conditions
Transition Risks
- Policy and legal risks
- Technology risks
- Market risks
- Reputational risks
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
- Investment in renewable energy
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide, SASB Standards, TCFD framework (partially), GRI Standards (partially)
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 14064, ISO 27001, SA 8000, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, UL 2799 “Zero Waste to Landfill”
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- 3rd generation AI-Sorting Recycle Robot
Awards & Recognition
- Sustainalytics low ESG risk rating
- EcoVadis Bronze and Silver Medals
- Accredited Health Workplace badge
- ESG Practice Award and 2023 Best ESG Practice Award