Sustainability Report 2020/21

2 This year, SHKP enhanced its disclosure to report the number of BEAM Plus new and existing building certificates (both comprehensive and selective scheme), LEED or BREEAM certificates received by properties managed under Hong Yip and Kai Shing in Hong Kong. Developing Our Green Portfolio We strive to design, build and operate buildings that enhance the sustainability performance of our portfolio. In the Sustainability Building Policy, the Group aims to achieve the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for all its new investment properties. In particular, the Group targets to obtain LEED Gold or Platinum ratings for its core commercial projects under development. For details, please refer to Sustainable Building Policy in our website . To understand the potential environmental impact of our projects, we engage environmental and ecological consultants before submitting development proposals and proceeding to feasibility studies to conduct detailed studies and site surveys. The Group also assesses sites for biodiversity importance. Sites with less impact on the environment, biodiversity and ecosystem are preferred. We also developed biodiversity assessment and management plans for sites including the Wetland Seasons Park project, PARK YOHO project and Sai Sha project. We engaged external consultants to conduct ecological impact assessments of the Wetland Seasons Park project and the Sai Sha project to evaluate and carefully study the potential ecological impacts caused by the proposed development. The Group also employed an ecology consultant to monitor the restored wetland in the PARK YOHO project. By actively engaging third-party professionals, seeking approval from relevant government departments and working with business partners during planning and construction, we minimize our environmental impact. Careful designs and stringent control of construction sites minimize impacts of our development projects during and after construction. For instance, a stepped height profile design is adopted to allow better breeze flow in the Wetland Seasons Park project. The project has preserved 35 original trees in the development area and reserved up to 35% of the site area for outdoor landscaping, planting over 1,300 trees and over 150,000 shrubs, with over 248 species of trees and shrubs in total. Natural elements were incorporated into the design to avoid disturbing animals and birds, including an earth-tone colour for facade walls. During construction, we strictly controlled noise, sewage and waste, fully complying with the requirements of HKSAR Government and the Hong Kong Wetland Park to minimize disturbance to the environment and the ecology. A high-quality team is key to our sustainability performance. During the reporting year, we employed 52 accredited Hong Kong Building Environmental Assessment Method (BEAM) Professionals, allowing us to innovate and respond to market needs through innovation and technological enhancement. We continually leverage innovative green technology to improve our energy efficiency, material use and waste management. And we closely monitor our performance and respond in a timely manner to environmental issues during project development and operation phases. As a result, we have been awarded 92 green-building-related certificates 2 in our 82 properties in Hong Kong. More than 96% (by total gross floor area) of our ongoing construction sites were also registered with BEAM Plus as of June 2021. During the year, Park Central, Tsuen Wan Plaza, Mikiki, Port 33, Valais and Imperial Cullinan were awarded ‘Excellent’ rating in Management in the Selective Scheme of BEAM Plus Existing Buildings V2.0. More than 30 of our commercial, industrial and residential buildings earned ‘Good’ ratings. Pledging to enhance our green building commitment, Hong Yip signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hong Kong Green Building Council and BEAM Society. In addition, our hard work on sustainability has earned widespread recognition. Hong Yip, Kai Shing and Sanfield received nine awards at the 2020 Hong Kong Awards for Environmental Excellence. During the reporting year, three subsidiaries and our Royal brand hotels earned a total of 457 Wastewi$e certificates, 414 Energywi$e certificates, 15 IAQwi$e certificates and 11 Carbon Reduction certificates. Meanwhile, Sanfield received two merit citations at the Construction Industry Council Sustainable Construction Award. In addition to green building, SHKP values the wellness of our tenants and customers. ICC in Hong Kong was awarded the WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management certification. Value Created for The Environment Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited • Sustainability Report 2020/21 12