DLC ASIA LIMITED
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:41.20 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:0 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:38.89 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:2.31 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:59 MWh/year
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:1.098 tons/year (non-hazardous)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Compliance
- Energy Consumption
- Labour Practices
- Employment Compliance
- Employees’ Remuneration and Benefits
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Diversity and Equal Opportunity
- Operating Practices
- Intellectual Property Protection
- Customer Privacy Protection
- Operational Compliance
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions from 45.73 tons CO2e in FY2023 to 41.20 tons CO2e in FY2024. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee from 1.76 tons CO2e/employee in FY2023 to 1.53 tons CO2e/employee in FY2024.
- Implemented various resource-saving measures in the workplace to regulate and limit the usage of electricity, water, and other resources.
Social Achievements
- Participated in the "Project My Future" program, offering summer internships to DSE students.
- Maintained a low employee turnover rate of 8% (FY2023: 15%).
- Organized annual dinners to enhance team cohesion and recognize outstanding staff.
Governance Achievements
- Complied with all code provisions set out in the CG Code.
- Established a formal and transparent procedure for developing remuneration policy and structure.
- Implemented a whistle-blowing policy to report suspicious cases of corruption.
- Organized anti-money laundering training for all licensing staff.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Decrease in trade volume in OTC and HKEx, leading to a decrease in revenue.
- Increase in depreciation and other operating expenses.
Mitigation Strategies
- Focused on controlling costs while upgrading necessary technology.
- Implemented various resource-saving measures to reduce energy and water usage.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier evaluation system considering timeliness, quality, pricing, environmental, health and safety record; preference for eco-friendly products.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather conditions hindering office accessibility and employee safety.
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Appendix C2 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on the 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
- 2023 Top Interdealer Broker in Equities Derivatives by the Hong Kong Exchange (two years in a row)