Environmental, Social and Governance Report 2020-21 14 15 Our Net-Zero Journey Introduction Materiality Environment, Social and Governance Sustainability initiatives ESG frameworks Table 5 (Material Issues and their importance to HKUST) Material issues Climate change and energy consumption Water conservation Reduction of waste to landfill Biodiversity on campus Dining impact Community well-being Community outreach and engagement F.E.D.I. Responsible consumption Data-driven management Description Practices that help to reduce greenhouse gases through energy efficiency and renewables. Practices that aim to use water efficiently and reduce unnecessary water wastage. Practices that help to reduce the amount of trash that goes to the landfill. Practices that help protect the variety of animal and plant species on our campus. Practices that help reduce environmental impacts from restaurant daily operation, sourcing, and providing balanced menu options. An effort to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all HKUST members. An effort to support program development, communications and creative work for and with the HKUST community. An effort to integrate Fairness, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion into the university. Practices that take into account socio-economic and socio-environmental criteria during the purchasing process. Practices that value management decisions that are supported by relevant and verifiable data. Relevance to SDGs Goals 7 and 13 Goal 6 Goal 12 Goal 15 Goal 3 Goal 3 Goal 17 Goal 10 Goal 12 Goal 16 Importance to development On-going importance On-going importance Watch list Watch list Watch list Focus area On-going importance Focus area Watch list On-going importance Description Practices that take into account the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals when considering how to meet the university’s needs. An effort to adhere to “best in class” occupational safety and health principles in operations, research, and campus activities. An emphasis on facilitating a teaching and learning environment that develops meaningful pedagogic experiences for students. An emphasis on a hands-on approach to learning that maximizes interactive teaching methodologies to build skills and create memorable experiences. An emphasis on protecting the freedom to teach, study and conduct research without unreasonable interference from public pressure. Practices that aim to transform our campus into a platform for learning, experimenting, and showcasing smart new ideas and approaches that produce sustainable outcomes. Material issues Incorporation of UN’s SDGs in decision making Occupational health and safety Quality teaching and education Experiential and handson learning Academic freedom and integrity Sustainable Smart Campus as a Living Lab Relevance to SDGs Goal 17 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 4 Goal 16 Goal 17 Importance to development On-going importance Watch list Focus area Focus area Focus area Focus area
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