Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Protection
• Employment and Labour Practices
• Operating Practices
• Community Investment

Environmental Achievements

• Widely set up LED lighting systems in workplaces
• Maintained indoor temperature at an optimal level for comfort
• Implemented “reducing carbon footprint” initiatives and efficiency practices to reduce greenhouse gas emission and conserve energy usage
• Encouraged employees to reduce paper usage by using double-sided copying and electronic information systems
• Introduced e-communication system with shareholders to reduce paper consumption

Social Achievements

• Provided a desirable workplace, continuous training and prospective career opportunities to employees
• Offered equal employment opportunities to different genders, age groups and nationalities
• Complied with regulations related to child labour and forced labour
• Offered competitive remuneration package, including internal promotion opportunities and performance-based bonus
• Provided medical insurance, maternity leave, incentive and bonus to full-time employees in Hong Kong
• Participated in Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) Scheme in Hong Kong
• Complied with Minimum Wage Ordinance, Employment Ordinance and Employees’ Compensation Ordinance in Hong Kong
• Contributed labor pension to individual accounts in Taiwan
• Provided training materials on relevant rules and regulating updates to board of directors
• Provided a comprehensive induction package to newly appointed directors
• Promoted open and direct communication between employees and management
• Adopted health and safety policies including prohibition of smoking in the workplace, abuse of alcohol and drugs, identification and prevention of risks and hazards in the working area, and follow-up actions for accidents or personal injuries
• Achieved zero work-related fatalities and 76 lost days due to work injury during the reporting period

Governance Achievements

• Developed a series of management systems and procedures aligned with corporate governance required by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
• Developed company policies on anti-fraud, anti-bribery, anti-extortion and anti-money laundering
• Conducted periodic and systematic fraud risk assessments
• Established whistle-blowing policy and procedures
• Complied with corporate policy of anti-corruption and no cases of anti-corruption were concluded during the reporting period

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Electricity consumption contributing to greenhouse gas emission and energy footprints
• Disposal of non-hazardous waste

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented energy saving initiatives in workspaces, including LED lighting, optimal temperature control, equipment shutdown after hours, and energy saving awareness campaigns
• Encouraged employees to reduce paper usage and utilize electronic information systems
• Introduced e-communication system with shareholders

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual internal assessment of regular suppliers

Responsible Procurement

• Evaluation of suppliers’ and contractors’ track records and capacity in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, safeguarding workers’ health and safety, and mitigating environmental impacts
• Requirement for suppliers to comply with all applicable laws and regulations and follow principles of proper social, environmental and ethical conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Appendix 27 to the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Employee Health and Safety
• Environmental Protection
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Waste Management
• Resource Conservation
• Supply Chain Management
• Community Investment
• Corporate Governance
• Anti-Corruption

Environmental Achievements

• 94% Reduction of Sulphur Oxides Emission
• 99% Reduction of Nitrogen Oxides Emission
• 99% Reduction of Particulate Matter Emission
• Zero Environmental Non-Compliance

Social Achievements

• Zero Fatalities and Injuries
• Successful navigation through COVID-19 disruptions, protecting employee safety and maintaining operations.
• Offered employees two paid days as vaccination leave.

Governance Achievements

• Compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering.
• Established whistle-blowing policy and procedures.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic impacting operations, employees, and supply chains.

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented preventive and mitigation measures, including remote work, to protect employee safety and maintain operations.
• Provided special leave arrangements for employees required for compulsory quarantine.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier selection framework evaluating legal and regulatory compliance, including environmental, social, and governance aspects.
• Code of conduct prohibiting improper gifts or favors.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Total Energy Consumption: 2,520,454 kWh
• Total GHG Emission: 2,011.68 tCO2e
• Zero client complaints
• Reduced paper consumption through digitalization and other initiatives.

Social Achievements

• 418 employee training hours
• Zero supplier complaints
• HK$3,220 community donations
• Zero work-related fatalities
• Zero lost days due to injury at work
• Implemented pandemic prevention measures, including flexible working arrangements and employee support.

Governance Achievements

• Established ESG working group
• Implemented whistle-blowing policy and procedures
• Developed anti-corruption policies and training programs
• Complied with relevant laws and regulations regarding bribery, extortion, fraud, and money laundering.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Potential climate-related risks (physical risks like extreme weather and policy/regulatory risks)
• Increased GHG emissions due to increased creative work capacity.

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing natural disaster emergency plans
• Monitoring regulatory trends
• Using energy-saving equipment (LED lights, high-efficiency equipment)
• Optimizing air conditioning systems
• Encouraging employees to switch off devices when not in use
• Procuring energy-efficient appliances
• Reducing paper consumption through digitalization
• Encouraging use of video conferencing to reduce air travel.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier selection framework based on applicable laws and regulations regarding safety, environment, forced labor, and child labor.
• Code of conduct prohibiting improper gifts, loans, hospitality, services, or favors.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events (typhoons, wildfires, flooding)

Transition Risks

• More stringent laws and regulations related to climate change

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Change
• Health and Wellbeing
• Community Engagement
• Governance
• Innovation
• Diversity

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced GHG Emissions from 2,011.68t CO2e in 2021 to 1,906.51t CO2e in 2022
• Reduced energy consumption from 2,520,454 kWh in 2021 to 3,974,900 kWh in 2022 (Note: This seems counterintuitive and requires further investigation from the report itself to understand the discrepancy.)
• 100% recycling of used toner cartridges

Social Achievements

• Organized 4,875 hours of employee training
• Zero work-related fatalities and injuries
• HKD4,640 community contribution to Orbis Hong Kong

Governance Achievements

• Zero complaints
• Zero corruption cases concluded
• Zero non-compliance with labor standards

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Potential climate-related risks including physical risks (extreme weather, rising sea levels) and transitional risks (policy changes, market shifts)
• Increased GHG emissions due to increased creative work capacity

Mitigation Strategies

• Developing sustainability initiatives to address climate-related risks and opportunities
• Implementing energy-saving measures (energy-efficient lighting, air conditioning, equipment)
• Reducing paper consumption through paperless office initiatives
• Minimizing air travel through video conferencing
• Building resilience into operations to protect assets and minimize downtime from extreme weather events
• Engaging with industry bodies, peers, governments, and communities to ensure an effective regulatory framework
• Adapting new applications to improve energy efficiency and decarbonize operations

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier selection framework based on applicable laws and regulations (safety, environment, forced labor, child labor)
• Supplier assessment covering professional qualification, service/product quality, financial status, integrity, and social responsibility
• Code of conduct prohibiting improper gifts, loans, hospitality, services, or favors

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events
• Rising sea levels
• Changes in precipitation patterns

Transition Risks

• Policy and regulatory changes
• Technical viability of decarbonization strategy
• Market risks
• Reputational damage

Opportunities

• Reducing emissions
• Building resilience into operations
• Engaging business partners on innovative climate solutions
• Supporting sustainable product and packaging innovation

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: HKEX ESG Reporting Guide, SASB

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Change
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Corporate Governance
• Community Engagement
• Supply Chain Management
• Employee Well-being
• Data Privacy
• Anti-Corruption

Environmental Achievements

• Total energy consumption: 3,455,611 kWh
• Total GHG emission: 1,832.687 kg
• Zero complaints regarding environmental compliance

Social Achievements

• 2,035 training hours provided to employees
• Zero lost days due to injury at work
• Zero work-related fatality
• Community contribution totaling over HK$320,000

Governance Achievements

• Zero corruption cases concluded
• Zero non-compliance with labor standards
• Established whistle-blowing policy and procedures

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Navigating towards a greener and ultimately carbon-free destination
• Managing transitional climate risks (regulatory impacts, technical viability of decarbonization, market risks, reputational damage)
• Managing physical climate risks (extreme weather events, rising sea levels, changes in precipitation patterns)

Mitigation Strategies

• Developing sustainability initiatives to identify and address climate-related risks and opportunities
• Implementing measures to reduce emissions, increase energy efficiency, adopt renewable energy sources, promote sustainable transportation, and reduce paper consumption
• Building resilience into operations to protect assets and minimize operational downtime from extreme weather events
• Regular and transparent engagement with stakeholders on climate strategy and progress
• Supplier selection framework based on environmental and social aspects
• Continuous assessment of product and service quality

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier selection framework based on applicable laws and regulations related to safety, environment, forced labor, child labor, and other social aspects; code of conduct prohibiting improper gifts, loans, hospitality, services, or favors.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events
• Rising sea levels
• Changes in precipitation patterns

Transition Risks

• Emerging regulations
• Technical viability of decarbonization strategy
• Market risks
• Reputational damage

Opportunities

• Resource efficiency
• Adaptation technology and data

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB, TCFD