Climate Change Data

JD Logistics, Inc.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-01 to 2023-12)

Reporting Period: 2023-01 to 2023-12

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:576.2 thousand tonnes of CO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:148.6 thousand tonnes of CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:79.2 thousand tonnes of CO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:348.4 thousand tonnes of CO2e
Total Energy Consumption:696.7 thousand MWh
Waste Generated:10.4 thousand tonnes
Carbon Intensity:15.9 tonnes of CO2e/million revenue

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Green Logistics
  • Employee Well-being
  • Supply Chain Responsibility
  • Corporate Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Successfully completed rooftop photovoltaic installations at 17 JD Logistics Asia No. 1 smart industrial parks, 2 sorting centers, 2 bulky item warehouses, and 1 logistics park, with a total installed capacity of 114.48 megawatts.
  • Deployed a total of 8,290 self-owned new energy vehicles for trunk and terminal transportation.
  • Reduced secondary packaging by over 800 million units in 2023.
  • Introduced 1 million reusable express packages as part of the “Green Stream Initiative”.
  • Reduced carbon emissions by approximately 69,515 tonnes through green packaging.
  • Annual procurement of photovoltaic green power was 47,344.4 MWh, reducing carbon emissions by 27,000 tonnes.

Social Achievements

  • Allocated RMB 82.1 billion towards human resources, marking a 23.9% increase in frontline employee salaries and benefits compared to the previous year.
  • Launched the “JD Selection Plan” 1.0 to connect farmers with internet influencers, providing integrated solutions for product selection, quality control, marketing, and logistics.
  • Increased express delivery orders for agricultural products and local specialties by 30.2% from the previous year.
  • Launched emergency response mechanisms during crises such as floods and earthquakes, promptly mobilizing emergency supplies.
  • Provided high-quality logistics services for over 100 marathons in cities across the country.
  • Distributed over RMB 20 million from relief funds, helping more than 250 employees and their families.
  • Employees volunteered for a total of 11,233 hours.

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented a robust compliance management system to ensure that all business operations adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and regulatory standards.
  • Established a mechanism for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and responding to various types of risks.
  • Conducted online integrity and compliance training and exams for the entire workforce, achieving a 100% completion rate.
  • Implemented the “Accountability Basics and Control (ABC)” system to empower managers in preventing corruption.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve further emission reductions across the entire value chain by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Eliminate the use of R22 refrigerant by 2025.

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather events (floods, droughts, high temperatures).
  • Increasingly stringent energy and resource efficiency regulatory requirements.
  • Fluctuating energy prices.
  • Costs associated with the research and development and transition to low-carbon technologies.
  • Challenges in managing returned goods due to increased e-commerce returns.
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of frontline staff in challenging working conditions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in supply chain infrastructure and advancing digital and intelligent technologies.
  • Implementing emission reduction actions and solutions to actively address climate change.
  • Establishing a comprehensive carbon emission monitoring system.
  • Optimizing logistics network by using more efficient transportation and storage equipment.
  • Establishing emergency mechanisms such as maintaining stable relationships with suppliers and stockpiling necessary supplies.
  • Implementing a range of safety measures tailored to various business scenarios and lines.
  • Conducting concentrated inspections and rectifications at delivery sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Utilizing driving data and driver assistance systems to monitor road traffic safety.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 1,588 key suppliers assessed in 2023

Responsible Procurement
  • ESG ratings assigned to key suppliers based on assessment outcomes.
  • Corrective measures implemented for suppliers with subpar performance.
  • ESG training provided to key suppliers.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Floods
  • Extreme high temperatures
  • Droughts
Transition Risks
  • Energy and resource efficiency regulatory requirements
  • Enhanced requirements for carbon emissions disclosures
  • Environmental standards
  • Carbon pricing mechanism
  • Fluctuant energy prices
  • Low carbon technology R&D and transition costs
  • Stakeholder attention
Opportunities
  • Green and low-carbon logistics services
  • More climate-resilient supply chains
  • Shifts in consumer preferences

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, TCFD Recommendations, UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Certifications: ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Bureau Veritas

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)
  • Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)

JD Logistics' initiatives contribute to these goals through green logistics, renewable energy adoption, employee well-being programs, supply chain sustainability, and community engagement.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Reusable express packages
  • Optimized reusable cooler boxes
  • X series cardboard boxes
  • Hydrogen-fuelled heavy trucks
  • Intelligent delivery vehicles

Awards & Recognition

  • 2023 ESG Governance Award
  • Ranked 4th in the Top 50 logistics Enterprises in 2023
  • Ranked 2nd in the Top 50 Private Logistics Enterprises in 2023
  • S&P CSA rating of 52 points
  • CDP Climate Change rating of B-
  • MSCI ESG rating of BB
  • Shortlisted in 2023 Top 25 Global Logistics Brand Values by Brand Finance
  • Shortlisted in 2023 Top 10 Strongest Global Logistics Brands by Brand Finance
  • Outstanding Logistics and Supply Chain Service Provider Award