Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Governance
• Economic
• Environmental
• Social

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced carbon emissions by 19% compared to 2019 (due in part to MCO)
• Achieved full compliance with stipulated ambient air quality limits for project P159
• Most water quality parameters for project P159 in compliance with nWQS Class II limits
• Noise levels for project P159 in compliance with recommended limits
• Zero fatalities due to accidents and mishaps at worksites in 2020
• Replaced timber formworks with reusable aluminum formworks, significantly reducing timber waste

Social Achievements

• Zero fatalities due to accidents and mishaps at worksites in 2020
• Implemented a Zero Fatality Programme
• Conducted hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk control (HIRARC) exercises
• Conducted weekly safety inspections and toolbox meetings
• Provided COVID-19 health screenings for all employees
• Implemented strict SOPs to prevent the spread of COVID-19
• Carried out internship and sponsorship programs for students in civil and environmental engineering, quantity surveying, and construction management (7 students in 2020)

Governance Achievements

• Strengthened efforts in combating bribery and corruption by including a clause on compliance to the Anti-bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy on all purchase orders
• Implemented a whistle-blowing policy
• Reviewed Group’s policies and procedures on anti-bribery and anti-corruption policy following the introduction of Section 17A of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009
• Board composition in compliance with Bursa Securities’ listing requirements
• Annual assessment of board and committee effectiveness

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Lower revenue due to nationwide lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic
• Lower consolidated revenue reducing gross profit margin
• Recognition of RM2.06 million impairment loss from investment properties due to slowdown in the local property market
• Economic downturn, property overhang, prolonged softening of the property market, spike in construction material prices, shortage and rising costs of labour, as well as disrupted operational efficiency due to stringent adherence with COVID-19 SOP

Mitigation Strategies

• Investing and engaging in Industrialised Building System with repeated use of aluminium formwork system to reduce reliance on skilled labour and increase speed and efficiency
• Ensuring equipped with a full range of machinery and equipment to enhance capability and efficiency, improve productivity and reduce recurring cost of rental of machineries
• Focusing on higher-value projects and reducing costs with bulk purchases
• Utilising the Building Information Modelling (BIM) system to analyse the sequence of work and perform clash analysis to ensure efficient work flow at construction site and low error rate
• Constantly reviewing and monitoring capital and funding structure to ensure healthy gearing and liquidity
• Exploring opportunities/strategies in expanding and diversifying business into mechanical & electrical and property development businesses

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Procuring construction materials from local vendors (100% for major materials)
• Transparent procurement process guided by Procurement Standard Operating Procedure

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guide

Certifications: MS ISO 9001:2008, OHSAS 18001:2007, 5-star Cidb certification (SCORE)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 8
• SDG 4
• SDG 10
• SDG 12
• SDG 16

Initiatives contribute to sustainable economic growth, skills development, inclusivity, responsible resource management, and reduced corruption

Awards & Recognition

• 5-star Cidb certification (SCORE)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Governance
• Environmental
• Social

Environmental Achievements

• Renewed ISO 14001:2015 certification for Environmental Management System
• Achieved full compliance in ambient air quality, water quality, and noise levels for Project P159
• Utilized aluminum formworks, reducing timber waste and lowering capital expenditure

Social Achievements

• Increased the proportion of female employees to 22%
• Provided education sponsorship and internship programs for students
• Donated hospital beds to Hospital Segamat
• Assisted employees affected by flood disaster

Governance Achievements

• Established an ESOS for directors and employees
• Revised the Audit Committee’s Terms of Reference to align with MCCG 2021
• Appointed two female directors to promote boardroom diversity

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic restrictions impacting construction activity and increasing costs
• Shortage of workers
• First fatality accident since 2018

Mitigation Strategies

• Strengthened site safety measures (e.g., enforcing 3-layer safety catch net)
• Implemented strict COVID-19 SOPs at construction sites and offices
• Provided assistance in COVID-19 vaccination registration and transportation

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Sourcing construction materials from local vendors

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guide

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 3
• SDG 4
• SDG 8
• SDG 10
• SDG 12
• SDG 16

Inta Bina's initiatives contribute to these goals through various ESG efforts.

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Economic Performance
• Community/Society
• Anti-Corruption
• Supply Chain Management
• Health and Safety
• Diversity
• Labour Practices and Standards
• Data Privacy
• Energy Management
• Water Management
• Waste Management
• Emissions

Environmental Achievements

• Zero work-related fatalities in 2022.
• Zero loss time injury rate for three consecutive years.
• Diverted 199 tonnes of waste from disposal through recycling, reusing, or repurposing.

Social Achievements

• Provided educational sponsorships and internships to 13 students.
• Donated RM75,000 to various community initiatives.
• Conducted 3185 training hours (excluding construction workers).

Governance Achievements

• Established an ESOS Committee.
• Established Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy.
• Defined Whistleblowing Policy.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging economic environment with supply chain disruptions and manpower shortages.
• Rising energy costs due to government policies.
• Risk of water disruption due to climate change and infrastructure upgrades.

Mitigation Strategies

• Cost optimization initiatives.
• Enhanced partnerships with stakeholders.
• Monitoring government initiatives on foreign labor.
• Energy management policy (switching off equipment, assessing solar panels).
• Increased water tank sizes to buffer against disruptions.
• Engaging with environmental consultants to monitor water quality.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Internal procurement policy and procedures ensuring independent, fair, and transparent practices.
• 100% of vendors sourced locally.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Adverse weather conditions affecting power plants, transmission grids, and coal/natural gas mining regions.

Transition Risks

• Government policies increasing non-domestic electricity tariffs and reducing fuel subsidies.

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, Bursa Malaysia Sustainability Reporting Guide

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 8
• Goal 12
• Goal 3
• Goal 4
• Goal 16

Inta Bina's initiatives contribute to these goals through economic growth, sustainable resource management, health and well-being, skills development, and anti-corruption efforts.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Economic Performance
• Community/Society
• Anti-Corruption
• Supply Chain Management
• Health and Safety
• Diversity
• Human Capital Management
• Data Privacy
• Energy Management
• Emission Management
• Water Management
• Waste Management
• Human Rights

Environmental Achievements

• Implemented a scheduled waste management plan, diverting 491.6 tonnes of waste from disposal in FYE 2023 through recycling, reusing, or repurposing.
• Utilized aluminum formworks instead of timber formworks, reducing timber debris generated at construction sites.
• Water quality from project sites shown to be in compliance with NWQS Class II limit standards.

Social Achievements

• Made significant contributions to various charitable causes, totaling RM223,000 in FYE 2023.
• Zero fatalities and loss time incidents/injuries reported in FYE 2023.
• 3357 workers participated in safety induction courses in FYE 2023.
• Integrated existing management system with ISO 45001:2018 standards.

Governance Achievements

• Maintained a zero-tolerance policy towards bribery and corruption.
• Conducted training and engagement programs on anti-corruption matters.
• No incident of corruption involving employees or counterparties reported in the reporting period.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Economic uncertainty due to global and regional macroeconomic factors and heightened competition risk.
• Inflation risk from the cost of manpower and certain construction materials due to supply-side challenges.
• Risk of water disruption because of climate change and upgrading water infrastructure works.

Mitigation Strategies

• Engaging with suppliers to ensure uninterrupted supply at competitive pricing.
• Keeping abreast with government initiatives in addressing worker shortage and innovation in the construction sector.
• Engaging customers to assess water disruption risks and develop mitigation plans (including increasing water storage tank size).

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Prioritising local suppliers meeting stringent criteria for pricing, quality, performance, and ethical standards.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Water disruption due to climate change

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Bursa Malaysia Sustainability Reporting Guide

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 8
• Goal 12
• Goal 3
• Goal 4
• Goal 8
• Goal 8
• Goal 10

Initiatives align with UN SDGs related to economic growth, sustainable resource use, health and well-being, education, employment, and social inclusion.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed