Climate Change Data

Good Fellow Healthcare Holdings Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017-04-01 to 2018-03-31, 2018-04-01 to 2019-03-31, 2019-04-01 to 2020-03-31, 2020-04 to 2021-03, 2021-04 to 2022-03, 2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)

Reporting Period: 2017-04-01 to 2018-03-31

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:2662 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:180 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2482 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:3,699,845 kWh/year
Water Consumption:62,124 m3/year
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Working environment quality
  • Environmental protection
  • Operating practices
  • Community investment

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted green hospital development policy and implemented low carbon strategies in all aspects of operations.
  • Implemented various measures to continually improve environmental efforts and comply with the Resources Conservation Law of the PRC.
  • Implemented energy and water conservation measures (maintaining minimum air-conditioner temperature, switching off idling appliances, lowering water pressure, using energy-saving appliances, regular equipment inspections, encouraging video conferencing and public transport).
  • Implemented waste reduction measures (reusing and recycling paper, using double-sided printing, avoiding colour printing, recycling ink cartridges).

Social Achievements

  • Provided a gratifying and rewarding workplace with opportunities for learning and growth.
  • Established a comprehensive management system of remuneration, motivation and performance appraisal.
  • Offered a fair and competitive remuneration and benefits package.
  • Implemented comprehensive development and training plans for employees.

Governance Achievements

  • Upholds the highest standard of corporate governance and adheres to the values of honesty and integrity.
  • Formed an audit committee and hired external lawyers and auditors.
  • Complied with Stock Exchange’s corporate governance requirements.
  • Implemented a zero-tolerance policy on corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud and money laundering.
  • Established anti-money laundering and anti-corruption manual and procedures.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential hazards in the workplace.
  • Managing environmental and social risks along the supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Identified potential safety risks, took preventive measures, provided training and guidelines, and offered physical check-ups.
  • Maintained close communication with suppliers and business partners.
  • Implemented structured vendor selection processes with screening criteria.
  • Emphasized hiring suppliers closer to hospitals to reduce transportation costs and risks.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual examination and evaluation of each supplier

Responsible Procurement
  • Structured vendor selection processes with screening criteria

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
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

Reporting Period: 2018-04-01 to 2019-03-31

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:3,109,846 kg of CO2 equivalents
Scope 1 Emissions:129,457 kg of CO2 equivalents
Scope 2 Emissions:3,109,846 kg of CO2 equivalents
Scope 3 Emissions:65,912 kg of CO2 equivalents
Total Energy Consumption:3,887,307 kWh
Water Consumption:65,912 tonnes

ESG Focus Areas

  • Working environment quality
  • Environmental protection
  • Operating practices
  • Community investment

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted green hospital development policy and implemented low carbon strategies
  • Minimised pollution through improved management, upgraded facilities, and encouraged public transport use
  • Implemented waste reduction initiatives including paper recycling and double-sided printing
  • Maintained indoor air quality through regular ventilation system checks and installed sound insulation

Social Achievements

  • Provided a gratifying and rewarding workplace with opportunities for learning and growth
  • Complied with all relevant laws and regulations regarding employment, including compensation, dismissal, and equal opportunities
  • Maintained a high level of hygiene through regular pest control and hygiene checks
  • Offered various development and training programs for employees

Governance Achievements

  • Established a comprehensive management system of remuneration, motivation and performance appraisal
  • Formed an audit committee and hired external lawyers and auditors for financial reporting and compliance
  • Implemented a zero-tolerance policy on corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud and money laundering
  • Established a whistle-blowing policy to encourage reporting of misconduct

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential safety risks in the workplace
  • Managing indirect carbon emissions and other air emissions
  • Managing waste, water and air pollution
  • Potential risks in the supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented preventive measures, training, and safety guidelines to address safety risks
  • Formulated administration plans for energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and efficient resource use
  • Implemented measures for waste, water and air pollution control
  • Adopted structured vendor selection processes to identify and manage supply chain risks

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual examination and evaluation of each supplier

Responsible Procurement
  • Procurement Management System outlining specifications and requirements for daily procurement procedures
  • Three or more suppliers invited to tender for each procurement

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited

Reporting Period: 2019-04-01 to 2020-03-31

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:1,792,278 kg of CO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:117,136 kg of CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:1,575,142 kg of CO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:38,309 kg of CO2e (water consumption)
Total Energy Consumption:1,841,041 kWh
Water Consumption:20,731 m3
Waste Generated:13.9 tons (clinical waste)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Working environment quality
  • Environmental protection
  • Operating practices
  • Community investment

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted green hospital development policy and implemented low carbon strategies in all aspects of operations
  • Minimised pollution through improved management and execution levels, upgrading production facilities
  • Maintained green zones in hospitals with plants absorbing toxic gases
  • Implemented various measures to continually improve environmental efforts and comply with the Resources Conservation Law of the PRC

Social Achievements

  • Provided a gratifying and rewarding workplace with opportunities for learning, growth, and success
  • Established a comprehensive remuneration management, motivation, and performance appraisal system
  • Offered a fair and competitive package of remuneration and benefits
  • Organised a host of staff training and encouraged continuous training

Governance Achievements

  • Upholds the highest standard of corporate governance and adheres to honesty and integrity values
  • Formed an audit committee and hired external lawyers and auditors
  • Complied with Stock Exchange’s corporate governance requirements
  • Implemented a zero-tolerance policy on corruption, bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential safety risks in the workplace
  • Managing indirect carbon emissions and other air emissions
  • Managing the social impact of operations on the community
  • Potential risks in the supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented preventive measures, rational arrangements, training, and guidelines to eliminate foreseeable hazards
  • Formulated a series of administration plans for energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and efficient use of resources
  • Maintained close communication with suppliers and business partners
  • Adopted a structured vendor selection process to identify potential risks in the supply chain

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual examination and evaluation of each supplier

Responsible Procurement
  • Engaging vendors who follow sustainable and ethical practices
  • Purchasing third-party certified products
  • Advocating for extended responsibility of suppliers for less disposable and hazardous products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
Opportunities
  • Upgrade of medical equipment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited

Reporting Period: 2020-04 to 2021-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:215.8 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:11.3 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:204.6 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:398,949.3 kWh/year
Water Consumption:9,858 m3/year
Waste Generated:23.5 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted green hospital development policy and applied low carbon strategies
  • Implemented waste reduction initiatives, including paper recycling and reducing disposable tableware use
  • Implemented water conservation programs, including lowering water pressure and installing water-efficient fixtures

Social Achievements

  • Provided competitive remuneration packages and employee benefits
  • Established a comprehensive development plan for employee growth and training
  • Maintained a safe working environment and implemented COVID-19 prevention measures

Governance Achievements

  • Established an audit committee and engaged external legal and auditing professionals
  • Implemented anti-corruption and anti-money laundering manual and procedures
  • Established a whistle-blowing policy and reporting mechanisms

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Minimizing pollution from daily operations
  • Managing medical waste effectively
  • Maintaining indoor air quality
Mitigation Strategies
  • Upgrading medical equipment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  • Strict adherence to medical waste management regulations and using qualified waste management service providers
  • Implementing strict guidelines for maintaining indoor air ventilation

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual assessment and evaluation

Responsible Procurement
  • Responsible procurement, quality control, transparent tendering

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GEM Listing Rules Appendix 20 ESG Reporting Guide

Reporting Period: 2021-04 to 2022-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:265.3 tonnes (CO2e)
Scope 1 Emissions:29.5 tonnes (CO2e)
Scope 2 Emissions:235.8 tonnes (CO2e)
Total Energy Consumption:549,195.7 kWh
Water Consumption:5,796 m3
Waste Generated:20.3 tonnes (hazardous and non-hazardous)
Carbon Intensity:0.76 tonnes (CO2e)/m2 of gross floor area

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted a green hospital development policy and applied low carbon strategies
  • Maintained green zones in hospital areas by deploying plants
  • Reduced carbon footprint through better inventory control and fuel-efficient transportation

Social Achievements

  • Provided competitive remuneration packages and employee benefits
  • Established a comprehensive development plan for employee growth
  • Maintained a high level of hygiene through regular pest control and hygiene checks

Governance Achievements

  • Formed an audit committee and employed external legal advisors and auditors
  • Required suppliers to sign an integrity agreement
  • Established anti-corruption and anti-money laundering manual and procedures

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Adverse weather events impacting transportation and electricity supply
  • Potential risks in supply chain management
Mitigation Strategies
  • Formulated policies and procedures to ensure supply of electricity and medicine
  • Established a work group to review and reinforce climate change related risk management
  • Implemented procurement management policy to strengthen supplier management

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 20 cooperating suppliers, annual assessment and evaluation

Responsible Procurement
  • Responsible procurement, quality control, transparent tendering, and performance of contracts
  • Prioritizing vendors who follow sustainable and ethical practices
  • Procuring third-party certified products
  • Advocating for less disposable and hazardous products with less waste and packaging

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Adverse weather events paralyzing transportation and electricity supply

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Appendix 20 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on GEM of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited

Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:314.4 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:25.7 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:288.7 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:613,817.2 kWh/year
Water Consumption:4,024 m3/year
Waste Generated:17.92 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Protection
  • Employee Well-being
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Patient Care
  • Anti-Corruption

Environmental Achievements

  • Implemented energy efficiency and water conservation programs.
  • Reduced waste through recycling and reuse initiatives.
  • Adopted a green hospital development policy and implemented low-carbon strategies.

Social Achievements

  • Provided competitive remuneration packages and employee benefits.
  • Offered various training programs for employee development.
  • Maintained a safe working environment with no significant safety incidents.

Governance Achievements

  • Established an audit committee and engaged external legal advisors.
  • Implemented anti-corruption policies and procedures.
  • Established a whistle-blowing policy.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Adverse weather events impacting operations and resource availability.
  • Potential supply chain disruptions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure supply of electricity and medicine.
  • Established a work group to review and strengthen climate change risk management.
  • Prioritized local suppliers to reduce transportation risks and carbon footprint.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual review and evaluation of each supplier.

Responsible Procurement
  • Responsible procurement policy
  • Prioritizing local suppliers
  • Advocating for less disposable and hazardous products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Adverse weather events

Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:348.6 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:98.1 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:250.4 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:835214.5 kWh/year
Water Consumption:3503 m3/year
Waste Generated:29.7 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:1.0 tonnes CO2e/m2 of gross floor area

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Protection
  • Employee Well-being
  • Corporate Governance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Patient Care
  • Community Investment
  • Anti-Corruption

Environmental Achievements

  • Implemented low-carbon strategies across all facets of business
  • Upgraded facilities and new hospital construction using eco-friendly designs
  • Reduced carbon footprint through various initiatives including encouraging public transport and optimizing supply chain transportation
  • Implemented waste reduction programs including waste segregation and recycling
  • Improved indoor air quality through strict ventilation guidelines

Social Achievements

  • Provided competitive remuneration packages and employee benefits
  • Established a comprehensive management system of remuneration, motivation and performance appraisal
  • Offered internal promotion prospects to retain talent
  • Provided comprehensive on-the-job training and external training programs
  • Maintained a safe working environment in accordance with relevant laws and regulations

Governance Achievements

  • Established an audit committee
  • Employed external legal advisors and auditors
  • Implemented anti-corruption training programs
  • Established a whistle-blowing policy
  • Implemented a procurement management policy to strengthen supplier management

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Adverse weather events impacting transportation and electricity supply
  • Potential risks associated with hazardous medical wastes in the supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
  • Formulated policies and procedures to ensure supply of electricity and medicine
  • Established a policy to manage manpower to ensure patient needs are met
  • Established a management mechanism with suppliers for handling hazardous medical wastes
  • Implemented measures to reduce the frequency of supply transportation by improving inventory management

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: All suppliers evaluated during the reporting period

Responsible Procurement
  • Responsible procurement policy
  • Prioritizing suppliers with sustainable and ethical practices
  • Using third-party certified products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Adverse weather events impacting transportation and electricity supply