- Potential acute physical climate risks (typhoons and flooding).
- Potential transition climate risks (climate-related regulations).
- Upcoming implementation of the MSW Charging Scheme.
Kowloon Development Company Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Kowloon Development Company Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.2K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 87 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 4.1K 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
4.2K tCO2e/year
2023
Water Usage
107.4K m3/year
2023
Waste
422 tons/year (construction and demolition)
2023
Energy Use
33.3K GJ/year (Hong Kong) + 3795 GJ/year (Mainland China)
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). | 87 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 4.1K 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 | 4.2K tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 8.3K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Manor Hill achieved BEAM Plus New Buildings (V1.2) – Final Silver rating, with a 24.0% annual CO2 reduction for residential and a 46.97% annual potable water saving compared to the baseline model of the Building Energy Code 2018.
- Ten managed properties obtained the Energywi$e Certificate.
- Nine managed properties obtained the Wastewi$e Certificate.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- By the end of 2030, all new developed properties in Hong Kong will be partially equipped with energy-efficient equipment.
📅 Medium-term
- To attain BEAM Plus certification for our new development project at No. 6 High Street.
- To voluntarily install electric vehicle charging facilities in the carpark of our new development project at No. 35 Clear Water Bay Road.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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