Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017, 2018, 2019-04-01 to 2020-03-31, 2021-04 to 2022-03, 2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2017
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced paper consumption through paperless office initiatives.
- Improved energy efficiency by implementing office lighting and equipment policies.
- Planted 39 trees at the PRC manufacturing plant.
Social Achievements
- Provided fair and open employment opportunities.
- Maintained good relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Implemented health and safety policies, including first-aider and fire drill training.
- Provided employee welfare benefits including statutory holidays, paid leave, medical allowance, and year-end bonus.
- Organized volunteering activities, including visiting elderly homes and donating to students.
Governance Achievements
- Established three committees (Remuneration, Audit, and Nomination) with clearly defined terms of reference.
- Adopted a board diversity policy.
- Implemented a whistleblowing policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Macro-economic downturn in the PRC and worldwide markets.
- Fluctuations in exchange rates (Renminbi depreciation against Hong Kong dollar).
- Potential impairment of assets and goodwill.
- Water scarcity in Chile affecting ores processing business.
- Slow progress on land acquisition for the Glauberite Mine.
Mitigation Strategies
- Raised funds through share placements.
- Closely monitored currency exposure.
- Regularly reviewed assets for impairment.
- Delayed further work on the ores processing facilities in Chile until 2018.
- Considering adjusting the project schedule for the Glauberite Mine.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Established procurement control procedure; communicated with suppliers on environmental and social responsibilities.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products (electric vehicles)
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 of the Listing Rules)
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 50001 (Hong Kong Office)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Electric buses and vehicles
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2018
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
Environmental Achievements
- Planted 69 trees, contributing to an emission removal of 1.59 tCO2e.
- Recycled 0.18 tonnes of waste paper, resulting in an emission removal of 0.84 tCO2e.
- Hong Kong Office accredited with ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 50001.
Social Achievements
- Implemented a health and safety policy with trainings, supervision, and health checks.
- Provided first aider training and conducted annual fire drills.
- Organized activities for female workers for International Women's Day.
- Provided financial aid for underprivileged students in Mainland China.
- Made donation to the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Fluctuations in exchange rates affecting results of operation.
- Impairment of assets and goodwill affecting reported results.
- Governmental policies and subsidies affecting new energy business.
- Concentration of credit risk from major customers.
- Water scarcity and prioritization of water usage for agriculture and human consumption in Chile.
Mitigation Strategies
- Closely monitors exchange rate fluctuations.
- Conducts regular financial analysis and engages an independent valuer to assess fair value of assets.
- Closely monitors policy shifts and strives to improve technology and expand market share.
- Maintains strict control over receivables and targets long-term relationships with trustworthy customers.
- Discontinued operations in Chile due to water scarcity and potential legal actions.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Approximately 460 suppliers from Mainland China, with a procurement control procedure in place.
Responsible Procurement
- Procurement control procedure ensuring purchased goods meet requirements.
- Communication with suppliers on environmental and social responsibilities.
- Purchase of PEFC or FSC certified paper.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Manufacturing pure electric vehicles to improve air quality.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Electric vehicles
Reporting Period: 2019-04-01 to 2020-03-31
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions from 325.88 tCO2eq in 2019 to 251.61 tCO2eq in 2020
- Recycled 26% of wastepaper generated in the Hong Kong Office, resulting in an emission reduction of 0.29 tCO2eq
- Installed LEDs in the Hong Kong Office to replace traditional lighting
- Implemented energy-efficient practices in the Hong Kong Office, such as encouraging the use of public transport and promoting energy-saving behaviors among employees
Social Achievements
- Provided 198.50 hours of training to employees, with an average of 3.82 hours per employee
- Established a competitive remuneration system for employees, including basic salaries, statutory holidays, various types of paid leave, and year-end bonus
- Maintained a safe working environment with no work-related fatalities or injuries
- Implemented a whistleblowing policy to encourage reporting of misconduct
Governance Achievements
- Established an internal control system and a Prevention of Commercial Bribery Control Procedure
- Complied with national and local laws and regulations regarding employment and labor practices, health and safety, advertising, labeling, and privacy matters
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- High turnover rate of 31%
- Heavy photochemical smog and haze in the PRC
Mitigation Strategies
- Regular review and upgrade of employee medical coverage
- Investment in energy-efficient products and promotion of electric vehicles to improve air quality
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Established procurement control procedure
- Purchasing of PEFC or FSC certified paper
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 to the Main Board Listing 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
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Pure electric vehicles
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2021-04 to 2022-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions to 309.47 tCO2eq from 383.45 tCO2eq in 2021, resulting in a carbon intensity of 6.19 tCO2eq per employee (2021: 7.83 tCO2eq/employee).
- Planted 10 new trees in the PRC Manufacturing Plants.
- Reduced energy consumption by 2% compared to the previous reporting period.
Social Achievements
- 0% employee turnover rate.
- Provided 232.00 hours of training to employees (average 4.64 hours per employee).
- No work-related fatality or injury cases.
Governance Achievements
- No concluded legal cases regarding corrupt practices.
- No cases of non-compliance with laws and regulations regarding bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Reduce emissions by 10% by 2032.
- Reduce energy consumption by 10% by 2032.
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2032.
- Reduce waste by 30% by 2032.
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Extreme weather affecting transportation and raw material supply.
- High cost of research and development for new vehicle systems to meet the demand for environmentally friendly vehicles.
- Potential supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather.
Mitigation Strategies
- Cooperated with various approved suppliers from different regions in the PRC to ensure a stable supply of car components.
- Expanded customer base and diversified business to overseas markets (Southeast Asia and Europe) to cope with high R&D costs.
- Developed low-carbon goods and services.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual evaluation and assessment of 182 suppliers.
Responsible Procurement
- Established procurement control procedure covering all raw materials, components, etc.
- Communication with suppliers on environmental and social responsibilities.
- Purchase of PEFC or FSC certified paper.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather affecting transportation and raw material supply.
Transition Risks
- Changes in consumer preferences for high-energy efficiency transportation.
- High cost of research and development for new vehicle systems.
Opportunities
- Growing demand for environmentally friendly vehicles.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix 27 to the Main Board Listing Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, 3C certificate
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Pure electric vehicles
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emission intensity by 34% compared to the previous reporting period.
- Reduced hazardous waste intensity by 28% compared to the previous reporting period.
- Reduced energy consumption by 47% compared to the previous reporting period.
- Reduced water consumption by 55% compared to the previous reporting period.
Social Achievements
- Provided 567.50 hours of training to employees, with an average of 13.84 hours per employee.
- Maintained a 0% work-related fatality and injury rate.
- Implemented COVID-19 prevention measures to protect employees.
Governance Achievements
- Established a whistle-blowing policy.
- Conducted anti-corruption training for all staff.
- Maintained compliance with anti-corruption laws and regulations.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Reduce GHG emission intensity by 10% by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce waste intensity by 30% by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce energy consumption intensity by 10% by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce water consumption intensity by 10% by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Extreme weather affecting raw material supply chain.
- Tightening of climate-related policies increasing costs.
- High cost of transitioning to lower emissions technology.
- Changing customer behavior and preferences.
- Potential reputational risks related to climate change.
Mitigation Strategies
- Diversification of suppliers to ensure stable supply of car components.
- Experienced R&D team to ensure compliance with climate-related requirements.
- Expansion of customer base to offset R&D costs.
- Diversification of business to overseas markets.
- Adoption of industry best practices to manage climate-related risks.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual evaluation and assessment of 148 suppliers.
Responsible Procurement
- Established procurement control procedure covering all raw materials, components, and supplies.
- Communication with suppliers on environmental and social responsibilities.
- Green purchasing policy for office supplies.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather affecting transportation and raw material supply.
Transition Risks
- Tightening of climate-related policies.
- High cost of transitioning to lower emissions technology.
- Changing customer behavior.
Opportunities
- Increased demand for high energy efficiency transportation.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix 27 to the Main Board Listing Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 14001:2015
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Pure electric vehicles.
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- GHG emission intensity decreased by 23% compared with the base year (2022).
- Non-hazardous waste intensity decreased by 60% compared with the base year (2022).
- Hazardous waste intensity decreased by 99% compared with the base year (2022).
- Energy consumption intensity decreased by 19% compared with the base year (2022).
- Water consumption intensity decreased by 96% compared with the base year (2022).
Social Achievements
- Provided 330.50 hours of training to employees, with an average of 8.93 hours per employee.
- Percentage of employees who received training increased by 17% compared with the last reporting period.
- No work-related fatality or injury cases during the Reporting Period.
Governance Achievements
- Established a whistle-blowing policy.
- Arranged 2 hours of anti-corruption training for all staff in the PRC Manufacturing Plant.
- Obtained 4 utility model patents.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Reduce 10% emission intensity by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce 30% waste intensity by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce 10% energy consumption intensity by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Reduce 10% water consumption intensity by 2032 (2022 as base year).
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Extreme weather may affect the stability of the raw material supply.
- Tightening of climate-related policies increase costs.
- High cost to transition to lower emissions technology.
- Changing customer behaviour may lead to loss of customers and income.
- Change in customer preferences may affect reputation.
Mitigation Strategies
- Cooperated with various approved suppliers from different regions in the PRC to ensure a stable supply of car components.
- Expanded customer base to strive for more revenue and diversified business to overseas markets.
- Adopted industry best practices to improve energy efficiency.
- Developed a comprehensive raw materials acquisition network.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual evaluation and assessment of 179 suppliers.
Responsible Procurement
- Established procurement control procedure; communicates with suppliers on environmental and social responsibilities; purchases office paper from suppliers who can provide PEFC or FSC certified paper.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather
Transition Risks
- Tightening of climate-related policies
- Cost to transition to lower emissions technology
- Changing customer behaviour
Opportunities
- Growing demand for high energy efficiency transportation and green automotive products.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix C2 to the Main Board Listing Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, 3C certificate, IATF-16949, EU COP-DOC
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Pure electric vehicles
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed