HK Asia Holdings Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018-04 to 2019-03, 2019-04 to 2020-03, 2020-04 to 2021-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2018-04 to 2019-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental safety and pollution
- Working conditions and employee development, health and safety
- Adherence to high ethical standards and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
- Public safety and security
- Privacy information protection
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 20.7% compared to the previous corresponding period (7.22 tonnes vs 9.11 tonnes)
- Reduced electricity consumption by 21.4% compared to the previous corresponding period (9,649 kWh vs 13,282 kWh)
Social Achievements
- Maintained low employee turnover rates
- Provided 988 hours of in-house training to 13 employees
- 8 directors attended external training programs for a total of 459 hours
Governance Achievements
- Adopted a zero tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud and money laundering
- No complaints of corruption against the Group or its staff during the Reporting Period
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Tight Hong Kong labor market making it difficult to recruit and retain talented staff
- Managing environmental and social risks in the supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing various energy and water saving measures
- Establishing a material and supplier management system integrating sustainability into the supply chain
- Providing training and development courses for employees
- Offering competitive compensation and benefits packages
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Strict selection criteria including environmental standards considerations such as energy efficiency; green procurement of office and retail equipment
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2019-04 to 2020-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental safety and pollution
- Working conditions and employee development, health and safety
- Adherence to high ethical standards and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
- Public safety and security
- Privacy information protection
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 12.70% compared to the previous year (119.66 tonnes vs 137.06 tonnes)
- Reduced electricity consumption by 13.54% compared to the previous year (166,256 kWh vs 192,285 kWh)
Social Achievements
- Provided 1,144 hours of in-house training to 14 employees
- Maintained a harmonious work environment with no employment-related disputes
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering
- Full compliance with relevant laws and regulations regarding employment, product safety, and privacy
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Maintaining a stable workforce in a tight Hong Kong labor market
- Managing waste from packaging materials in retail operations
Mitigation Strategies
- Investing in employee training and development programs
- Implementing measures to reduce packaging material usage and promote recycling
- Reviewing packaging with a view to using less paper and plastic
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Careful supplier selection based on criteria including environmental standards and energy efficiency; green procurement for office and retail equipment
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange)
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: 2020-04 to 2021-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental safety and pollution
- Working conditions and employee development, health and safety
- Adherence to high ethical standards and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
- Public safety and security
- Privacy information protection
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 12.65% compared to the previous year (from 119.66 tonnes to 104.52 tonnes)
- Reduced electricity consumption by 3.11% compared to the previous year (from 166,256 kWh to 161,089 kWh)
- Reduced plastic bag consumption significantly due to the "Plastic Shopping Bag Charging Scheme" (from 744,000 to 399,000 pieces)
Social Achievements
- Provided 1,144 hours of in-house training to 14 employees
- 4 directors attended external training programs for a total of 326 hours
- Maintained a safe working environment with no reported work injuries or fatalities
- No employment related legal disputes
Governance Achievements
- Adopted a zero tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud and money laundering
- No complaints of corruption against the Group or its staff during the Reporting Period
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Tight Hong Kong labor market making it difficult to recruit and retain talented staff
- Managing environmental impact from packaging and paper consumption in retail operations
Mitigation Strategies
- Investing in employee training and development programs
- Implementing energy saving measures and reviewing packaging to reduce waste
- Utilizing recycled packaging and products wherever possible
- Encouraging electricity, water and paper saving habits of staff
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Strict selection criteria for suppliers including environmental standards considerations
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Matters
- Social Matters
Environmental Achievements
- Met targets for GHG emissions and energy efficiency (10% reduction within 5 years from the reporting period ended 31 March 2022).
Social Achievements
- Maintained low employee turnover rates (6.4%).
- Provided 1,612 hours of in-house training to 17 employees.
- No cases of non-compliance with regard to labour practices.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG Committee.
- Implemented a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption.
- Full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Further reduce air emissions, greenhouse gas emissions, and non-hazardous wastes by 10% over five years from 31 March 2022.
- Increase energy use efficiency by 10% over five years.
Environmental Challenges
- Increasing customer requirements of quality products.
- Shortage of manpower.
Mitigation Strategies
- Enhance quality control process.
- Increase staff benefits.
- Give more development opportunities for employees.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Careful supplier selection based on criteria including environmental standards.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather (heavy rainfall, flooding, typhoons)
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix C2 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the Stock Exchange)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed