Environmental Responsibility

Pollution and Resources

Our Approach

QL embraces circular economy principles by balancing resource conservation with responsible consumption, applying life cycle approach where feasible. We adopt waste hierarchy focusing on reducing, reusing, recycling, and recovering waste to minimise its impact across our operations. Wherever feasible, we convert waste generated from productions and along our supply chain into valuable resources. This helps reduce reliance on raw materials and lessens our environmental footprint. Any remaining waste is disposed of through licensed contractors.

We also work to improve resource efficiency by converting waste to energy and applying technologies that optimise material usage and lower energy consumption. Our employees are trained to manage industrial effluent and hazardous waste in accordance with legal requirements.

In addition, we support circular economy efforts beyond our own operations by providing renewable energy and water treatment solutions to other industries.

FY2025 Highlights

  • 198,031.17 MT

    of waste was recycled/ recovered

  • 94.6% diversion

    of waste from landfills and incineration

  • 1,345,241.92 m3

    of water was discharged into surface water sources

Our Performance
Total Water Discharged by Destination
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
Water Discharge to Surface Water Per Thousand Cubic Meter, ‘000 m3 990.22 1,138.53 1,345.24
Water Discharge Intensity m3/ RM Mil Revenue 231.56 255.38 274.32
Our wastewater is treated before discharge to ensure compliance with Environmental Quality (Industrial Effluent) Regulations 2009, Standards A and B. To ensure that the quality of our effluent consistently meets Standards A and B, we conduct regular monitoring and upgrade our facilities when necessary.
Waste Generated
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
Total Waste Generated Per Thousand Metric Tonnes, 000 MT 203.70 212.40 209.44
Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated 000 MT 203.68 212.37 209.41
Total Hazardous Waste Generated 000 MT 0.02 0.03 0.04
Waste Disposal
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
Total Waste Diverted from Disposal (Reuse, Recycle, Recovery & Composting) Per Thousand Metric Tonnes, 000 MT 194.24 202.48 198.03
Total Waste Directed to Disposal (Landfill & Incineration) 000 MT 9.47 9.92 11.41
Percentage of Waste Diverted from Disposal (Reuse, Recycle, Recovery & Composting) % 95.3 95.3 94.6
In FY2025, a fine of RM 7,500 was imposed by the Department of Environment (DOE) for non-compliance with hazardous waste management. We have taken necessary corrective actions to address the issue and strengthen our internal processes.
View Our Pollution and Resources Section in the Integrated Annual Report

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Environmental Responsibility

Water Security

Our Approach

Despite operating in countries rich in water resources, we acknowledge that water scarcity has become more prevalent and poses threat to communities and economies.

As our operations rely on a stable and sufficient water supply, we are committed to conserving resources and improving efficiency across all our operation sites. We manage water withdrawal and consumption responsibly, following industry best practices.

FY2025 Highlights

  • 3,747 m3

    of rainwater harvested

Responsible Water Resource Management

In efforts to plan for a more sustainable and resource efficient water management, we identify operations located in areas known or projected to have water stress risk. Across the Group, approximately one-fifth of our facilities are situated in areas expected to experience low level of water stress.

At our operational sites, we have installed water flowmeters to closely monitor consumption patterns and promptly detect potential leakages in our distribution systems. This helps reduce water waste and enhances operational efficiency.

Our Performance

Total Water Withdrawal by Source
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
Total Water Withdraw Per Thousand Cubic Meter, 000 m3 2,980.76 3,085.93 3,602.98
Source from Municipal Water 000 m3 2,056.44 2,169.35 2,518.24
Source from Groundwater 000 m3 548.99 549.87 701.03
Source from River Water 000 m3 342.25 327.90 344.32
Source from Lake Water 000 m3 33.08 38.81 39.40
Water Withdrawal Intensity m3/ RM Mil Revenue 697.05 692.18 734.71
Alternative water withdrawal solutions
Source from Rainwater 000 m3 6.75 5.07 3.75
Number of Sites Operated in Water-Stressed Areas Number 0 0 0
  • Sustainable Environmental Solutions Enabler

    Aligned with QL’s business and sustainability goals, we have expanded our operations by investing in BM GreenTech, a specialist in solar and biomass renewable energy engineering, water treatment systems, and emission control technologies. This strategic move enables us to offer a broader range of clean energy solutions to both our Group and external customers.

    In the reporting year, we facilitated the installation of:

View Our Water Security Section in the Integrated Annual Report

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Environmental Responsibility

QL Group has incorporated environmental issues into its operations in order to reduce waste and emissions, maximize the efficiency and productivity of its resources and minimize practices that badly affect the country’s natural resources. 

Improving energy use efficiency and reducing carbon footprint to contribute towards the global climate agenda. 

Managing water use responsibly for our business and the communities. 

Improving waste recycling efforts to maximise use of resources. 

Conserving the environment for our future generations. 

Sustainability Reporting

Annually, QL will publish our Sustainability Statement which details progress of our material matters during the financial year. You may find information regarding our environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, policies and initiatives within the report.

Reporting Framework and Alignment to Global Goals

Our Sustainability Statements are prepared in accordance with the Sustainability Reporting Guides and Amendments issued by Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad under Main Market Listing Requirements.

In 2021, we enhanced our reporting approach by preparing the statement with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative Standards (“GRI Standards”) and adopting the content elements of the International Integrated Reporting <IR> Framework, in line with Bursa Malaysia’s recommendation while supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

GRI

Framework and Governance

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.

Governance Structure
Materiality Matrix