MESSAGE FROM GROUP CEO

MINIMISING OUR IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT

As our networks grow from coverage expansion and proliferation of data services, we recognise that we have an increasing impact on the environment mainly as a result of increasing electricity consumption, our main carbon impact, as well as packaging and disposal of electronic waste. Our infrastructure is also increasingly subject to impact from the frequency of natural disasters such as cyclones, which could be related to climate change.

To minimise our impact on the environment, we have taken the first step to establish a Group Environment Strategy, and within that, an Energy Management Strategy. While there is still much to be done in this area, our initial efforts have helped the Group to be listed in CDP 2014 with a score of 80B, an improvement from 76C in the previous year and the second highest ranking for Singapore companies that undertake carbon reporting. The index recognises global companies for achievements and transparency in tackling climate change and its scores are based on disclosure and performance.

This year, we intend to undertake a life cycle analysis to better understand the environmental impact of our business through our whole value chain. We will also undertake a review of our infrastructure and operations to identify where we need to further adapt the business in response to climate change.