Chuang’s Consortium International Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3,417 tonnes CO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:776 tonnes CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:2,641 tonnes CO2e
Total Energy Consumption:6,132 MWh
Water Consumption:48,307 m3
Waste Generated:0.037 tonnes
Carbon Intensity:24.13 kg CO2e/m2
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Energy consumption and carbon emissions
- Green buildings and green finance
- Employee welfare and benefits
- Occupational health and safety
- Corporate governance
- Community investment
Environmental Achievements
- ONE SOHO obtained a “Provisional Gold” rating under BEAM Plus and “WELL Precertification” under the WELL Building Standard.
- The Esplanade and ARUNA attained a “Final Silver” and a “Provisional Silver” rating under BEAM Plus respectively.
- Targets to achieve BEAM Plus Silver Rating and LEED Silver Rating for projects at Nos. 16–20 Gage Street and 28 Po Shan Road.
Social Achievements
- Zero work-related fatalities reported over the past three years.
- Implemented comprehensive training programs for employees.
- Donated approximately HK$2,690,000 to various organizations.
Governance Achievements
- Adopted a new Board diversity policy and a nomination policy.
- Established an enterprise risk management framework.
- Implemented an internal control system in accordance with the COSO framework.
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Replace existing lighting with energy-efficient lighting.
- Upgrade HVAC systems and appliances at Chuang’s London Plaza.
- Increase the number of properties with green building certifications.
Environmental Challenges
- Increase in leasing supply from newly completed properties in Central, Hong Kong, making leasing more challenging.
- Downward trend of mass residential property market.
- Weak economy in Anshan, Liaoning, resulting in slow business and leasing activities.
- Closure of main road near hotel complex in Xiamen, affecting accessibility and business demands.
- Adversely affected performance of bond investments due to unfavorable market condition of the PRC property bond sector.
Mitigation Strategies
- More flexible tenant selection and tenancy period to maintain competitiveness.
- Evaluating the best timing to carry out redevelopment.
- Exploring more marketing ideas on promotion and leasing.
- Providing concessions to tenants until road access is resumed.
- Redeeming/disposing and accepting restructuring exchange of certain listed corporate bond investments.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritizing greener or environmentally-friendly materials and products.
- Encouraging contractors to use locally manufactured materials.
- Using certified wood to avoid virgin forest products and tropical hardwood.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme wind events (typhoon)
Transition Risks
- Regulatory, technological, and market changes resulting from the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: ESG Reporting Guide under Appendix C2 of the Main Board Listing Rules
Certifications: BEAM Plus, WELL Building Standard, LEED