DRIVING PROGRESS IN THE GLOBAL GOALS The UNSDGs consist of 17 interconnected objectives aligned with the 5Ps (People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnerships). Intended to address urgent social and environmental challenges globally by 2030, they serve to inspire collective action among organisations and governmental bodies worldwide for a more equitable future. For BPlant, six specific UNSDGs resonate with our sustainability drive and how we contribute to making a difference in Malaysia and the world at large. SDGs Target Alignment Value Created 2.4 To establish sustainable food production systems and resilient agricultural practices • 198,972 metric tonne (MT) of Crude Palm Oil produced • 37,335 MT of Palm Kernel produced 2.a Enhance agricultural productivity by increasing investment in rural infrastructure, agricultural research, extension services, and technology development • Implemented the Zip Zap battery-operated cutter for palms and utilised the light carbon fibre poles to improve production efficiency 8.2 Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors • Employed up to 120 palm tasking systems and roll-on task system along with the utilisation of mechanised platform collection to streamline harvesting operations 8.8 Protect labour rights and promote safe and secure working environments • Conducted a total of 6,494 hours of various health and safety training programmes • Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate of 11.76 • Zero recorded fatalities 12.4 Significantly reduce the release of chemicals to the air, water and soil • Abstaining the use of pesticides or chemicals in and around riparian areas to avoid surface and ground water contamination 12.5 Significantly reduce waste generation • Waste products are repurposed in line with our Zero Waste Strategy • 9% reduction in total non-scheduled waste generated compared to 2022 • A total of 392,696 MT solid biomass waste, such as fibers, palm kernel shells, and empty fruit bunches (EFB) was utilised to fuel our steam turbines 13.2 Integrate climate change measures into strategies and planning • 19,810 MWh of renewable energy generated • 30% of methane capture from palm oil mill effluent (POME) and conversion into energy through biogas plants • 33% increase in combined Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 15.2.1 Progress towards sustainable forest management • Commitment to No Deforestation, No New Peat Development • Preservation of our HCV areas and biodiversity, including riparian and buffer zones through identification, mapping, management, and monitoring across all operational units • All our operations across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak have conducted 100% Biodiversity risk assessment 16.6 Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels • Adoption of zero tolerance policy against corruption and enforced the Code of Ethical Code (CoEC), Anti-Bribery Policy, Whistleblowing Policy and No Gift Policy OUTLINING THE BLUEPRINT OF OUR SUSTAINABILITY APPROACH Boustead Plantations Berhad 140
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