i.century Holding Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018-04 to 2019-03, 2019-04 to 2020-03, 2020-04 to 2021-03, 2021-04 to 2022-03, 2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31)
Reporting Period: 2018-04 to 2019-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total net GHG emissions from 87.15 tCO2-e to 48.78 tCO2-e, a 44.03% decrease. Reduced emission intensity from 0.16 tCO2-e/m2 to 0.06 tCO2-e/m2, a 62.50% decrease.
- Reduced paper waste from 9.20 tonnes to 2.41 tonnes.
Social Achievements
- No work-related injuries reported.
- No incidences of work stoppages, labour disputes, or litigation.
- Implemented employee training and development programs.
Governance Achievements
- Complied with relevant environmental protection laws and regulations.
- Implemented anti-corruption and anti-fraud policies and procedures.
- Established a whistle-blowing procedure.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Meeting all applicable legal and regulatory requirements on ESG matters.
- Communicating environmental consciousness to suppliers and customers.
- Developing sustainably in a competitive industry with high labor costs.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing energy-saving practices (energy-saving lighting, switching off idle equipment, monitoring water consumption, using digital technology and recycled paper, encouraging public transport, using tele/video conferencing).
- Monitoring paper reuse and recycling efficiency.
- Periodically reviewing and updating the approved supplier list.
- Conducting on-site audits of manufacturers.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Periodic reviews and on-site audits
Responsible Procurement
- Manufacturers and suppliers are selected based upon rational and clear criteria to ensure quality compliance and timely delivery.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GEM Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Appendix 20 ESG Guide)
Reporting Period: 2019-04 to 2020-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emission intensity from 0.160 tCO2-e/m2 in 2018 to 0.078 tCO2-e/m2 in 2020, despite a year-over-year increase of 29.26% in total emissions.
- Implemented energy conservation practices including energy-saving lighting, switching off idle equipment, monitoring water consumption, using digital technology and recycled paper, encouraging public transport, and using video conferencing.
Social Achievements
- Maintained a safe working environment with zero work injury cases and fatalities.
- Provided 149.5 total training hours (3.0 average per employee) in 2020, up from 63.5 hours (1.3 average per employee) in 2019.
- Donated garment samples and usable clothing products to The Salvation Army.
Governance Achievements
- Complied with all material aspects of applicable environmental protection laws and regulations.
- Complied with applicable laws and regulations relating to employment, child and forced labour practices.
- Implemented stringent infection preventive measures to protect employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting customer orders and industry outlook.
- Balancing eco-consciousness with product lifecycle management from raw materials to logistics.
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Documented procedures, due diligence check, criteria including product range, quality assurance, pricing, production facilities, labour laws compliance, and financial standing.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GEM Listing Rules Appendix 20 (ESG Guide)
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
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emission intensity by 88.5% year-over-year (0.009 tCO2-e/m2 in 2021 vs 0.078 tCO2-e/m2 in 2020).
- Reduced paper waste GHG emissions from 22.90 tCO2-e in 2020 to 6.85 tCO2-e in 2021.
Social Achievements
- Implemented stringent infection preventive measures to protect employees during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Provided educational grant and encouraged training through job induction, job rotation, on-the-job training and secondment.
Governance Achievements
- Strict compliance with the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance (Chapter 201 of the Laws of Hong Kong).
- Established a response mechanism for COVID-19 infection scenarios to minimize impact on employees and the public.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic affected charitable donation arrangements.
- Increasing concerns towards resources deprivation and environmental degradation surrounding the apparel industry.
Mitigation Strategies
- Exploring other opportunities in giving back to the community.
- Working with employees, customers and manufacturers to be eco-conscious throughout the product lifecycle.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Stringent procurement policy ensuring goods and services are procured in an honest, competitive, fair, and ethical manner.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Guide (Appendix 20 of the GEM Listing Rules)
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: 2021-04 to 2022-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Supply chain management
- Employee health and safety
- Regulatory compliance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total GHG emissions to 39.78 tCO2-e in 2022 from 37.79 tCO2-e in 2021 (mainly due to energy conservation practices like energy-efficient lighting, switching off idle equipment, and using digital technology)
- Reduced paper consumption through duplex printing, use of recycled paper, and electronic technology
- No hazardous waste generated during the reporting period
Social Achievements
- Compliance with Employment Ordinance and Minimum Wage Ordinance
- Implementation of stringent infection preventive measures during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Provided training hours averaging 2.3 hours per employee
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with Prevention of Bribery Ordinance
- Implementation of anti-corruption policy and whistle-blowing procedures
- Strict adherence to intellectual property rights regulations
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic disrupting global supply chain
- Increasing concerns towards resources deprivation and environmental degradation in the textile-garment industry
Mitigation Strategies
- Stringent infection preventive measures during COVID-19 pandemic (work from home, online meetings)
- Working with employees, customers, and suppliers to be eco-conscious throughout the product lifecycle
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Stringent procurement policy ensuring honest, competitive, fair, and ethical procurement
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GEM Listing Rules Appendix 20 (ESG Reporting Guide)
Certifications: GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), OCS (Organic Content Standard)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Environmental protection
- Social responsibility
- Ethical business practices
- Sustainable supply chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total net GHG emissions by approximately 8.7% year-over-year to 36.31 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2-e)
Social Achievements
- Maintained a safe working environment with zero work injury cases during the reporting period.
- Provided 163.3 total training hours (3.7 average per employee).
Governance Achievements
- Maintained compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to employment, child and forced labor practices.
- Implemented a code of conduct for ethical business practices and conflict of interest disclosure.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon neutrality
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Climate-related hazards (extreme weather events, sea level rise, policy changes)
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting operations and employee safety
Mitigation Strategies
- Comprehensive assessments to identify and mitigate climate-related risks.
- Stringent infection prevention protocols (masks, sanitizers, remote work) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Stringent procurement policy ensuring honest, competitive, fair, and ethical procurement
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Sea level rise
Transition Risks
- Policy changes related to climate mitigation and adaptation
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GEM Listing Rules Appendix 20 (ESG Reporting Guide)
Certifications: GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), OCS (Organic Content Standard)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Garments with GOTS and OCS certifications
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023-04-01 to 2024-03-31
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Ethical Labor Practices
- Supply Chain Transparency
- Community Investment
Environmental Achievements
- Implemented energy-efficient technologies and environmentally sustainable materials to minimize pollution and waste.
- Reduced paper consumption through duplex printing, recycled paper, and digital solutions.
- Replaced one vehicle with an electric vehicle (EV).
Social Achievements
- Maintained a safe working environment with zero work injury cases and fatalities.
- Provided 121 training hours (average 2.8 hours per employee).
- Donated computers and equipment to Caritas Computer Workshop.
Governance Achievements
- Established a stringent procurement policy ensuring ethical and fair procurement.
- Implemented a code of conduct for ethical business practices and compliance with anti-corruption laws.
- Actively encouraged whistleblowing through confidential reporting channels.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon neutrality
- Not disclosed
- Minimize paper usage within offices.
Environmental Challenges
- Increased GHG emissions due to enlarged office space leading to higher electricity consumption.
- Managing climate-related risks such as extreme weather events and supply chain disruptions.
- Maintaining a highly skilled workforce while managing employee turnover.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing energy conservation practices (energy-efficient lighting, reduced water consumption, digital technology, public transport, teleconferencing).
- Developing risk management strategies including GHG emission reduction, supply chain diversification, stakeholder engagement, and integrating climate risk into decision-making.
- Implementing strategies to manage turnover such as enhancing employee engagement, providing training, offering competitive compensation, and fostering communication.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Periodic review and update of approved suppliers list (146 suppliers in 2024)
Responsible Procurement
- Stringent procurement policy ensuring honest, competitive, fair, and ethical procurement.
- Responsible sourcing of resources and materials.
- Effective waste management.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
- Sea-level rise
Transition Risks
- Policy changes related to climate mitigation and adaptation
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GEM Listing Rules Appendix 20 (ESG Reporting Guide)
Certifications: Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed