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The Hong Kong & China Gas

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is The Hong Kong & China Gas doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 27

The Hong Kong & China Gas Company has a DitchCarbon Score of 27 out of 100, indicating a lower performance in sustainability efforts. This score suggests a higher carbon intensity in the company’s operations. The company may need to implement more effective measures to reduce its emissions and improve its sustainability profile.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

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Very high

The Hong Kong & China Gas Company operates in the energy generation and distribution industry, which has a carbon intensity ranking of high. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

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Very high

The Hong Kong & China Gas Company operates in a region with a specific carbon intensity rating, reflecting the environmental impact of energy use in that area. If the rating is high, it suggests that the company, located in China and Hong Kong, may face challenges in reducing its carbon footprint due to the prevalent energy sources and practices in the region.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

3.44%

...this company is doing 3.44% worse in emissions than the industry average.

Founded in 1862, The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, commonly known as Towngas, is a prominent player in the energy generation and distribution industry located on Hong Kong Island. As one of the largest energy suppliers in Hong Kong, Towngas offers a range of services including the production and distribution of gas, marketing and sale of gas appliances, and extensive after-sales services. Over the years, the company has diversified into telecommunications, building services, engineering, and eco-energy sectors, reinforcing its leading position in the greater China region’s energy industry.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for The Hong Kong & China Gas

The Hong Kong & China Gas Company could reduce its emissions by investing in the development of products that have extended lifespans, thereby diminishing the environmental impact from their use phase.

Bad news, Hong Kong & China Gas hasn't committed to SBTi

The Hong Kong & China Gas Company has not established specific commitments with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This means the company has yet to define clear, science-based emissions reduction targets aligned with the latest climate science to limit global warming.
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