HING MING HOLDINGS LIMITED
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Increased energy efficiency of machineries and equipment
- Adherence to Air Pollution Control (Non-road Mobile Machinery) (Emission) Regulation
- Use of temporary suspended working platforms as a substitute for traditional bamboo shed, reducing waste
Social Achievements
- Providing a healthy, safe, and friendly working environment for all employees
- Implementing equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies and practices
- Investing in employee development and training
- Adhering to all laws and regulations related to employment, health and safety, and labor standards
Governance Achievements
- Establishing an ESG working group
- Adopting a CSR policy
- Implementing a Code of Conduct and whistleblowing policy to prevent bribery and corruption
- Stringent quality control in procurement process and equipment maintenance
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Increase in GHG emission intensity due to acquisition of new equipment and increased transportation capacity
- Increase in paper consumption due to increased paperwork for commercial proposals
Mitigation Strategies
- Exploring and evaluating the possibility of carbon reduction through cleaner energy sources and more efficient transportation
- Promoting guidelines on best practices for efficient use and conservation of resources in the office workplace (energy saving lighting, e-statements, duplex print, recycling, video conferencing)
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Developing good relationships with suppliers based on honesty, fairness and mutual trust
- Procuring only from suppliers on its approved list of suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Reporting Guide (Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- GHG emissions intensity decreased by approximately 18% from 2.8 tCO2e per HK$1 million of revenue to 2.3 tCO2e per HK$1 million of revenue.
- Overall energy consumption intensity decreased by approximately 17%.
Social Achievements
- No occupational accidents reported.
- Donated approximately 14,500 masks to the less privileged elderly in the local communities to help fight the spread of COVID-19.
Governance Achievements
- Established and regularly reviewed safety rules and policies.
- Implemented a Code of Conduct and internal guidelines regarding bribery, money-laundering, gifts and entertainment.
- Established a whistleblowing policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Minimizing occupational accidents in construction sites.
- Reducing GHG emissions and energy consumption.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing energy-efficient motor vehicles and office equipment, encouraging carpooling and maintaining indoor temperature at 24-26 degrees Celsius.
- Exploring cleaner energy sources and efficient transportation.
- Establishing and regularly reviewing safety rules and policies, reviewing accident reports, reviewing safety training effectiveness, and monitoring changes to relevant laws and regulations.
- Offering hazard identification training to all employees and posting safety rules on notice boards.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Developing good relationships with suppliers based on honesty, fairness and mutual trust, and procuring only from suppliers on its approved list of suppliers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Disposed of a vehicle to a vehicle scrapping company for effective waste management.
- No non-compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
Social Achievements
- Provided 963 working hours of training.
- No strikes or labor disputes.
- No non-compliance with employment laws and regulations.
- Maintained good relationships with suppliers, ensuring stable supply of equipment.
- No breach of customer privacy or data loss.
- Donated HK$100,000 to the Wan Yan One Family Foundation Limited.
Governance Achievements
- Established and adhered to robust corporate governance practices.
- Implemented a Code of Conduct and internal guidelines regarding bribery, money laundering, gifts, and entertainment.
- Established a whistleblowing policy.
- No violation of rules and regulations relating to bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Increased GHG emissions intensity by 9% due to increased fuel and electricity usage.
- Increased energy consumption intensity by 9%.
Mitigation Strategies
- Monitoring and minimizing mobile fuel, stationary fuel, and electricity usage.
- Exploring cleaner energy sources and more efficient transportation.
- Promoting energy-efficient motor vehicles and office equipment.
- Encouraging carpooling and maintaining optimal office temperature.
- Promoting guidelines on best practices for efficient use and conservation of resources in the office workplace (energy-saving lighting, e-statements, duplex printing, recycling, video conferencing).
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Developing good relationships with suppliers based on honesty, fairness, and mutual trust; procuring only from suppliers on its approved list of suppliers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Reporting Guide (Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions intensity by approximately 12% from 2.5 tCO2e per HK$1 million of revenue to 2.2 tCO2e per HK$1 million of revenue.
- Reduced overall energy consumption intensity by approximately 11%.
Social Achievements
- Provided 134 man-hours of training to employees (approximately 4 hours per employee).
- No work-related fatalities in the past three years.
- No lost days due to work injury for the years ended 31 March 2022 and 2021.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG working group with clear terms of reference.
- Implemented a Code of Conduct and internal guidelines regarding bribery, money-laundering, gifts and entertainment.
- Established a whistleblowing policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Reduce GHG emission intensity.
Environmental Challenges
- Acute climate risks (heavy rainstorm, wildfire, hot weather) posing immediate safety issues to staff.
- Transitional climate risks (government regulations on emissions and energy usage).
Mitigation Strategies
- Strict adherence to government guidelines to ensure staff safety.
- Review of existing measures for adverse weather conditions.
- Continuous monitoring of potential climate change risks and implementation of preventive and emergency measures.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 14 suppliers (2022 and 2021)
Responsible Procurement
- Due diligence and assessments on suppliers to avoid environmental and social risks.
- Supplier selection based on service/product quality, price, reputation, financial background, sustainability, social responsibility, and delivery time.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increasing heavy rainstorm
- Wildfire
- Hot weather
- Rise in sea level
Transition Risks
- Government imposed laws and regulations on emissions and energy usage
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed