New Huo Technology Holdings Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-09-30 to 2023-03-31, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2021-09-30 to 2023-03-31
Environmental Metrics
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Unhealthy increase in gearing ratio (approximately -660.1% as at 31 March 2023)
- Net losses from Target Companies in FY2022 (approximately HK$33.4 million)
- Global economy downturn and bear market in virtual assets
- Losses from cryptocurrency trading activities
Mitigation Strategies
- Disposal of equity interests in Target Companies to reduce debt burden
- Focus on core businesses: technology solution services and virtual asset ecosystem services
- Share subscription to repay outstanding loans
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1839.45 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:20.32 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:1783.95 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:35.18 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:3555.23 MWh/year
Water Consumption:12903.73 m3/year
Waste Generated:6.56 tonnes/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Emissions Control
- Waste Management
- Energy Management
- Water Management
- Employment Practice
- Health and Safety
- Development and Training
- Supply Chain Management
- Anti-corruption
- Community Investment
- Climate Change Management
Environmental Achievements
- Total GHG emissions intensity (tCO2e per employee) decreased by approximately 14.80% compared to last financial year.
- Hazardous wastes disposal intensity (tonnes per employee) has decreased by approximately 33.33% in comparison to last financial year.
- Total energy consumption intensity (MWh per employee) has decreased by approximately 16.82% compared to last financial year.
- Total water consumption intensity (cubic meters per employee) has decreased by approximately 18.48% in comparison to last financial year.
- Packaging material usage intensity (tonnes per employee) has decreased by approximately 5.56% in comparison to the last financial year.
Social Achievements
- Launched three gifts campaigns for children in poverty, with nearly 10,000 children benefiting.
- Jointly launched the first digital collection with RAEX Oasis for charity, raising nearly $90,000.
- Organized the “Meta Universe Charity Auction”, donating all profits to the Beijing Angel Mom Charity Foundation’s Starfire Charity Fund.
- Implemented 5S Management in its manufacturing facilities to promote safe and efficient workplaces.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG governance structure comprising the Board and a Taskforce.
- Maintained close communication with key stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, suppliers, and employees.
- Established an Anti-corruption Policy and Code of Prevention of Bribery and Confidentiality.
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce GHG emissions intensity (tCO2e per employee) over the next 3 years.
- Reduce hazardous waste intensity (tonnes per employee) over the next 3 years.
- Reduce total energy consumption intensity (MWh per employee) over the next 3 years.
- Reduce total water consumption intensity (cubic meters per employee) over the next 3 years.
- Reduce total non-hazardous wastes intensity (tonnes per employee) over the next 3 years.
Environmental Challenges
- Global economic downturn and bear market in virtual assets impacting cloud-based services revenue.
- Loss of major clients in SaaS business.
- High operating costs and change of business planning leading to the dissolution of New Huo Trust US.
- Increased frequency and severity of extreme weather events disrupting operations.
- Stringent climate legislations and regulations increasing compliance costs and risks.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented emission reduction measures to meet Level 3 of the second period under the “Atmospheric Pollutant Emission Limits”.
- Implemented measures to reduce energy consumption, including phasing out energy-inefficient equipment.
- Implemented water-saving measures, including using induction water switches and flow restriction measures.
- Implemented flexible working arrangements and precautionary measures during bad weather.
- Regularly monitors existing and emerging trends, policies and regulations relevant to climate change.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: All suppliers engaged by the Group have been reviewed through the supplier management system.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Qualification Management Guidelines
- Supplier Competency Assessment Form
- Acceptance and Supplier Scoring Procedure
- Supplier Introduction Process
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events disrupting operations.
Transition Risks
- Stringent climate legislations and regulations increasing compliance costs and risks.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide (Appendix 27 of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities)
Certifications: ISO14001:2015
Awards & Recognition
- Hong Kong Outstanding Asset Management Business Award
- Best New Economy Company
- Listed Company Awards of Excellence 2021
- Certificate of Merit
- Listed Company Outstanding Brand Award 2020