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Renewable Energy
QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are progressing steadily towards the increase of our solar energy utilisation, we installed 4,844 pieces of solar panels, equivalent 8.70 megawatt peak (MWp) installed capacity on the rooftops of our sites in FY2023. As of FY2023, we have installed a total number of 30,157 pieces of solar panels that equivalent 49.32 MWp installed capacity and offset 10,250.42 tonnes of CO2.
Aside from solar energy, bioenergy is also QL’s renewable alternative to fossil fuels. Our bioenergy is derived from biogas and biomass.
QL Plantation Sdn. Bhd. Operates a biogas plant that captures methane gas emitted from palm oil mill effluent (POME), instead of allowing it to escape into the environment which will contribute to climate change. The biogas is used to generate power for on-site operations with excess power sold to the local grid. In FY2023, we generated 5,462 GJ from biogas and avoided 14,903.25 tCO2e GHG emissions. Approximately 41% of the generated energy was used on-site.
Utilising biomass residue as a source of renewable energy in our operations is our other clean energy initiative towards reduction in our dependency of non-renewable sources. In FY2023, we generated 778,323.15 GJ energy from biomass.
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater Harvesting Since 2021, we started using rainwater for non-portable purpose and continuously finding ways to maximise the use of
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are
Caring for the Community
Commitment to Our Communities Championing Child Stunting Cause Through C Our Future Programme In FY2023, QL assisted 11,942 beneficiaries via
Reaching Out to Natural Disasters Victims
Underserved Orang Asli Communities Outreach Through Employment Opportunities Another focus is on providing gainful employment for the underserved Orang Asli
Commitment to Our Communities
Championing Child Stunting Cause Through C Our Future Programme
In FY2023, QL assisted 11,942 beneficiaries via our corporate philanthropy collaborations with an investment of over RM 835,600.
Officially launched on 18 March 2023, at Pangsapuri Kampung Baru Hicom Shah Alam, QL collaborated with Ceva Animal Health on their C Our Future 2023 campaign. The programme, initiated by Ceva Animal Health with a tagline of “Let’s embrace chicken and eggs to break the cycle of child stunting”, is a corporate social responsibility initiative to raise awareness about child stunting issues in Asian countries.
Mutually working in partnership with Ceva Animal Health, QL has pledged to donate eggs to 207 kindergarten children ages five and six from low-income families and indigenous communities. The children will be receiving one egg daily for consumption in the school for six months and the project is supported by the Malaysia Ministry of Health and Ministry of Rural Development.
The project is currently being monitored for its effectiveness in facilitating the growth of children receiving eggs. By providing the children with high-quality protein through daily consumption of eggs, it is hoped that the major child development problem can be reduced. This initiative would be a corporate philanthropy flagship programme for the ILF business pillar.
Reaching Out to Natural Disasters Victims
Saddened by the catastrophic destruction brought about by natural disasters resulting in floods and earthquake, QL constantly provides aid either financially or food supplies to ease the pain of natural disasters victims who have suffer from the loss of life and homes.
In early March 2023, the state of Johor was hard hit by floods. Teaming up with Non-Governmental Organisations, FamilyMart provided food and water supplies to two of the most affected districts in Muar and Segamat. Approximately 300 flood victims received the assistance.
Other than assisting flood victims, QL Marine Products Sdn. Bhd. rented an excavator for digging of a new drainage as flood prevention measures for villagers at Kota Belud.
On 14 February 2023, QL contributed RM 500,000 to support the emergency relief fund for Turkiye – Syria earthquake victims. Witnessed by the Prime Minister, a cheque handover ceremony was attended by QL together with members of the Association Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCM). A collective donation amount of USD 1,000,000 was presented to the Foreign Affairs Minister.
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater Harvesting Since 2021, we started using rainwater for non-portable purpose and continuously finding ways to maximise the use of
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are
Caring for the Community
Commitment to Our Communities Championing Child Stunting Cause Through C Our Future Programme In FY2023, QL assisted 11,942 beneficiaries via
Reaching Out to Natural Disasters Victims
Underserved Orang Asli Communities Outreach Through Employment Opportunities Another focus is on providing gainful employment for the underserved Orang Asli
Sustainability
QL envisions to be the preferred global agro-based enterprise and sustainability is integral in realising our vision. Our commitment to ensuring long-term sustainable growth and providing continuous value creation to our stakeholders is underpinned by the conscious management of our key capitals inputs. It is imperative to balance our business goals with our impacts to the environment and the society.
Our Three Pillars of Sustainability
2023 Sustainability Report
Explore our latest Sustainability Report to find out more about our sustainability approach, material matters and how we are managing our material matters.
Explore Our Impact Stories
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater Harvesting Since 2021, we started using rainwater for non-portable purpose and continuously finding ways to maximise the use of
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are
Caring for the Community
Commitment to Our Communities Championing Child Stunting Cause Through C Our Future Programme In FY2023, QL assisted 11,942 beneficiaries via
Reaching Out to Natural Disasters Victims
Underserved Orang Asli Communities Outreach Through Employment Opportunities Another focus is on providing gainful employment for the underserved Orang Asli
Sustainability Priorities
QL is committed towards sustainable development with 12 key sustainability matters identified. These sustainability matters will support the Group’s objective achieving sustainable growth with positive impacts to the environment and the society.
Environmental Responsibility
Climate Change & Emissions
Reducing GHG emissions to contribute towards the global climate agenda
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Water Security
Safeguarding water is key to ensuring water security for all
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Waste Management
Increasing efforts in managing use of resources and adopting circular economy principles
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Biodiversity
Restoring the balance of nature through rehabilitation and regeneration
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Social Responsibility
Growing Our Business
Pursuing sustainable growth through strategic investment decisions
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Food Quality, Safety & Nutrition
Producing high quality, safe and nutritious food that meets consumer demands
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Biosecurity
Practicing rigorous biosecurity management measures to ensure healthy and safe poultry
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Fair Labour Practices
Promoting fair labour practices to ensure that our employees receive fair treatment and respect at workplace
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Talent Management
Developing a skilled workforce led by progressive leadership team
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Occupational Safety & Health
Building a safe and healthy work culture underpinned by leading health and safety practices
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Commitment to Our Communities
Creating positive impacts for communities through corporate philanthropy programmes
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Governance
Upholding Business Integrity
Embedding good corporate governance to manage ESG risks and opportunities across the Group
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Environmental Responsibility
Climate Change & Emissions
Our Approach
Climate change is a key challenge in our supply chain, affecting the sourcing of raw materials, productions and logistics. QL implements programmes and activities that are aligned with our climate impact management roadmaps. We actively contribute towards a cleaner environment by harnessing renewable energy from several resources, providing solar energy solution to more clients and rolling out a mangrove reforestation and rehabilitation programme.
Our Target
Achieve 20% GHG emissions reduction by FY2026 from FY2020 baseline.
GHG reduction from FY2020 baseline
100%
FY2023 Highlights
17.2%
GHG Intensity Reduction
Note: Performance since FY2020
Climate Change
Emissions Performance
Emissions Performance
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Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater Harvesting Since 2021, we started using rainwater for non-portable purpose and continuously finding ways to maximise the use of
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are
QL is committed towards sustainable development with 12 key sustainability matters identified. These sustainability matters will support the Group’s objective achieving sustainable growth with positive impacts to the environment and the society.
Sustainability Priorities
Environmental Responsibility
Climate Change & Emissions
Reducing GHG emissions to contribute towards the global climate agenda
LEARN MORE
Water Security
Safeguarding water is key to ensuring water security for all
LEARN MORE
Waste Management
Increasing efforts in managing use of resources and adopting circular economy principles
LEARN MORE
Biodiversity
Restoring the balance of nature through rehabilitation and regeneration
LEARN MORE
Social Responsibility
Growing Our Business
Pursuing sustainable growth through strategic investment decisions
LEARN MORE
Food Quality, Safety & Nutrition
Producing high quality, safe and nutritious food that meets consumer demands
LEARN MORE
Biosecurity
Practicing rigorous biosecurity management measures to ensure healthy and safe poultry
LEARN MORE
Fair Labour Practices
Promoting fair labour practices to ensure that our employees receive fair treatment and respect at workplace
LEARN MORE
Talent Management
Developing a skilled workforce led by progressive leadership team
LEARN MORE
Occupational Safety & Health
Building a safe and healthy work culture underpinned by leading health and safety practices
LEARN MORE
Commitment to Our Communities
Creating positive impacts for communities through corporate philanthropy programmes
LEARN MORE
Governance
Upholding Business Integrity
Embedding good corporate governance to manage ESG risks and opportunities across the Group
LEARN MORE
Our Value Creation Strategy
Sustainability has always been an integral part of QL’s business operations. In our efforts to create shared value for all, we are cognizant of our role, responsibility and duty to conduct business ethically and uphold good corporate governance, operate in a socially and environmentally responsible manner and adhere to sustainable practices.
Our Value Creation Model
Sustainability Governance
QL’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) plays an active role in setting the sustainability direction for the Group. A Sustainability Steering Committee (“SSC”), chaired by QL’s Group Managing Director and comprises Head of Business Units and Business Functions supports the Board in steering the Group’s sustainability efforts. The SSC is assisted by the Sustainability Reporting Working Group (“SRW”) to guide and monitor QL’s sustainability performance across businesses. In addition, the business units have established their own governance structures with working Groups to lead the implementation of sustainability initiatives within their businesses.
Materiality Assessment
A materiality assessment is vital to the identification and prioritisation of sustainability matters that can affect QL’s business and stakeholders. In FY2021, we conducted a materiality assessment to review the relevance of our material matters by engaging with both internal and external stakeholders. We sought their views in relation to the ESG topics that were important to QL. The approach used in materiality assessment is reflected in the diagram below:
A total of 17 material matters and 12 priorities were concluded through the assessment.
Based on engagement with our stakeholders in FY2023, the identified material matters remain relevant. The material matters will be revisited in coming year to ensure that they are up to date with developments and changes in the business and ESG landscapes.
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Sustainability Impacts
Sustainability Impacts
Driven by our commitment toward the environment and the society, QL strives to take proactive measures to protect and enhance the environment while meaningfully supporting and giving back to the community.
Explore Our Impact Stories
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater Harvesting Since 2021, we started using rainwater for non-portable purpose and continuously finding ways to maximise the use of
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy QL is actively adopting renewable energy technologies to reduce the consumption of fossil fuel-based energy. As we are
Caring for the Community
Commitment to Our Communities Championing Child Stunting Cause Through C Our Future Programme In FY2023, QL assisted 11,942 beneficiaries via
Reaching Out to Natural Disasters Victims
Underserved Orang Asli Communities Outreach Through Employment Opportunities Another focus is on providing gainful employment for the underserved Orang Asli