- Inflation, heightened operating costs, and geopolitical tensions.
- Slowing economic growth and persistent inflation affecting operating costs.
- Increased volatility in the pharmaceutical market in the latter half of 2023.
- Raw material prices remained above pre-Covid levels and were impacted by geopolitical concerns.
- Supply chain disruptions due to the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Gaza conflicts.
- Depreciation of the ringgit escalating costs for imported ingredients.
- Risks associated with reliance on revenue contributions from key external principals.
- Potential for unanticipated global product safety alerts and recalls.
Apex Healthcare Berhad
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Apex Healthcare Berhad disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 9.9K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 90.9 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 9.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 1.8K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
9.9K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
109.6 ML/year
2023
Waste
251.0 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
61.3K GJ/year (Non-renewable) 3461 GJ/year (Renewable)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 90.9 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 9.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 9.9K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Installed three solar energy projects, achieving 3,461 GJ of energy from solar sources in 2023. XEPA's solar project saved RM 312,892 and avoided 543 tCO2e.
- 86% of total procurement spending in 2023 went to local suppliers.
- 153.7 metric tons or 61% of all waste generated was diverted from disposal.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve ISO 14001:2015 certification by 2025.
- Implement a comprehensive monthly effluent sampling program.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve ISO 45001:2018 certification by 2024.
- Increase renewable energy usage.
🔭 Long-term
- Become a leading global pharmaceutical group in the ASEAN region.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Halal CertificationSustainabilityRenewable EnergyEmployee Well-beingDigitalizationSupply Chain ManagementData Privacy and SecurityResponsible Product and Marketing PracticesClimate Management and ResilienceEnvironmental Impact ManagementHealth and SafetyEmployee ManagementCommunity/SocietyEthical Business Practices