Arts Optical International Holdings Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:16,780.8 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:254.2 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:16,526.6 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:78,261 GJ
Water Consumption:455,158 m3
Waste Generated:855.68 tonnes (620.7 hazardous, 235 non-hazardous)
Carbon Intensity:0.0016 tCO2e per unit of production
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Management
- Community Engagement
- Employee Management
- Operating Practices
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Obtained ISCC certification in 2021.
- Reduced energy intensity by 26% (from 0.0100 GJ/unit to 0.0074 GJ/unit).
- Reduced paper packaging material consumption by 14%.
Social Achievements
- Awarded the “3+ Year Award (Enterprise Group)” for Industry Cares by Federation of Hong Kong Industries.
- Awarded the “Anti-epidemic Contribution Enterprise” recognition.
- Participated in Job Shadowing Mentorship Scheme 2021.
- Organized Easter Mask Design Competition.
- Provided optical optometry services for Hong Kong office employees, families and friends at a charity cost.
Governance Achievements
- Zero tolerance for corruption; well-defined anti-corruption policies in place.
- Effective whistleblowing policy.
- Compliance with the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance in Hong Kong and the Criminal Law of the People’s Republic of China.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Full switch to electric vehicles by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 1% each year.
Environmental Challenges
- Potential impact of climate change (extreme weather events).
- Maintaining smooth and stable relationships with suppliers.
- Ensuring employee safety and health.
Mitigation Strategies
- Established plans to reduce the effects of climate change and create knowledge of climate change resilience.
- Formulated a Climate Change Policy.
- Clearly defined criteria and procedures for supplier selection.
- Regular performance evaluation of suppliers.
- Occupational Health and Safety Committee in place.
- Regular safety training for employees.
- Regular inspections of production sites.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 72% of suppliers assessed in 2021
Responsible Procurement
- Suppliers should follow the social responsibility standard SA8000.
- Larger suppliers are expected to designate a compliance officer.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (typhoons and floods)
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, ISCC
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- “3+ Year Award (Enterprise Group)” for Industry Cares
- “Anti-epidemic Contribution Enterprise”
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:13,790.2 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:220.1 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:13,570.1 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:89,184 GJ
Water Consumption:373,435 m3
Waste Generated:885.33 tons
Carbon Intensity:0.0015 tCO2e per unit of production
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Management
- Employee Management
- Community Engagement
- Operating Practices
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water consumption by 18% compared to 2021.
- Reduced SOx emissions by 21.1% compared to 2021.
- Obtained ISCC certification.
- ISO 14001:2015 certified environmental management system in place.
Social Achievements
- Provided optical optometry services for Hong Kong office employees, families and friends.
- ISO 45001:2021 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certified.
- Organized community vaccinations and nucleic acid tests during COVID-19.
- Provided 159.5 training hours for male employees and 178 hours for female employees.
Governance Achievements
- Established a whistleblowing policy.
- Implemented well-defined anti-corruption policies.
- Complied with the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance in Hong Kong and the Criminal Law of the People’s Republic of China.
- ISO 27001:2013 information security management certification received.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Full switch to electric vehicles by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 1% each year.
Environmental Challenges
- Potential impact of extreme weather events (typhoons and floods) on daily operations.
- Increase in packaging material use due to business recovery from the pandemic.
Mitigation Strategies
- Established plans to manage risks from climate change events.
- Regular review of Climate Change Policy.
- Efforts to reduce the use of packaging materials by opting for simpler packaging designs.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Quarterly basis for suppliers with revenue over HKD 1 million
Responsible Procurement
- Suppliers should follow the social responsibility standard SA8000
- Green procurement practices (recycled papers, replaceable pens, recyclable laser printing cartridges, energy-efficient electrical appliances, environmentally friendly furniture).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events (typhoons and floods)
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2021, ISO 27001:2013, ISCC
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:15,088.5 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:97,134.88 GJ/year
Water Consumption:373,232 m3/year
Waste Generated:210.17 tons/year (non-hazardous), 546.98 tons/year (hazardous)
Carbon Intensity:0.0015 tCO2e per unit of production
ESG Focus Areas
- Emissions
- Use of Resources
- Environment and Natural Resources
- Climate Change
- Employment
- Health and Safety
- Training and Development
- Labour Standard
- Supply Chain Management
- Product Responsibility
- Anti-corruption
- Community Investment
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a 5.03% reduction in the use of paper packaging materials.
- Significant drop of 41.3% in the volume of non-hazardous waste compared to last year despite production volume increase.
- No non-compliance on environmental emission against relevant regulations.
Social Achievements
- Organized Sports Day and exercising activities to promote healthy lifestyle and raise sense of belongings.
- Arranged Mid-Autumn Festival activities and provided a relaxing time for the employees.
- Offered optical optometry service to employees, their families, and friends.
- Zero work-related fatalities for three consecutive years.
Governance Achievements
- Strengthened relevant policies and training for employees to mitigate corruption risks.
- Joined the “ESG Pledge’ Scheme organised by The Chinese Manufacturers’ Association of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Brand Development Council.
- Established a whistleblowing policy for reporting suspicious activities.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Gradually enhance the use of electrical appliances with energy-saving labels to 100%.
Short-term Goals:
- Gradually phase-out diesel vehicles and fully switch to electric vehicles by 2030.
Environmental Challenges
- Ongoing instability and unpredictability in the global economy due to inflationary pressures and geopolitical tensions.
- Tough and challenging business environment for the eyewear industry.
Mitigation Strategies
- Leveraging the regional network to mitigate risks and establish strategic partnerships along the supply chain.
- Maintaining close communication with customers.
- Implementing diverse operational strategies.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Annual reviews of main suppliers (83% located in Mainland China)
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier code of conduct
- Green procurement policies (recycled paper, replaceable pens, recyclable laser printer cartridges, energy-efficient electrical appliances, eco-friendly furniture)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Flooding
- Severe weather conditions
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: HKEx ESG Reporting Guide
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- “5+ year Award (Enterprise Group)” certificate of CSR Recognition Scheme Industry Cares 2023