Environmental, Social and Governance Report 2020-21 17 Introduction Materiality Environment, Social and Governance Sustainability initiatives ESG frameworks Environment, Social and Governance Energy Energy Consumption Overview in 2020/21 3 Under Future Fit Business Benchmark reporting framework, there are 23 Breakeven Goals which are categorized into 8 focus areas: Energy, Water, Natural Resources, Physical Presence, Pollution, Waste, People and Drivers. In this section, different measures, initiatives and policies would be highlighted to show how HKUST has been working towards those Breakeven Goals. HKUST is aware that the systematic increases in the concentration of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in the atmosphere are the result of the burning of fossil fuels, contributing to climate change. In addition, risky fuel extraction methods (such as shale gas fracking) has led to disruption to the environment. By taking action and addressing energy consumption from non-renewable sources, HKUST aims to reduce our contribution to the demand for fossil fuels and the associated emissions. Currently in HKUST, 95% of total energy consumption comes from electricity. Following that, around 4.8% of total energy consumption comes from Town gas (Natura gas and Naphtha). It is a non-renewable source of energy which contributes to the carbon footprints. It is mainly used in cooking at canteens and domestic hot water in residence halls and staff quarters. Lastly, 0.2% of campus energy comes from liquid fuels for standby generators and diesel / unleaded petrol from transportation vehicles.
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