DFI Retail Group publishes Sustainability Report 2023 – demonstrating significant progress in sustainability and ESG

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – April 22, 2024 – DFI Retail Group (DFI) has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, which illustrates the group’s steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability and community service. The report highlights the efforts made by DFI and its achievements in various areas of environmental management, such as a 19% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Scope 1 and 2⁽¹⁾ compared to the 2021 baseline, reducing plastic use in own-brand health and beauty products by 110 tonnes and increasing waste diversion rates.

As part of its mission, DFI strives to conserve the planet, source responsibly and serve communities. Within this framework, the goals range from reducing energy, plastic use and waste; eliminating harmful refrigerants; improving the well-being of people, animals and land; reducing hunger, the cost of living and increasing self-esteem. These are incorporated into DFI’s operations and ensure sustainable practices that benefit both customers and the communities it serves.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Mr Scott Price, Group Chief Executive of DFI Retail Group, said: ‘As a leading pan-Asian retailer, we have a unique opportunity to contribute and be part of the solution to achieving a sustainable future for all our customers, communities, and businesses. We take this responsibility very seriously, and being part of the solution is essential to our strategic framework: customer-focused, people-led and shareholder-driven.”

Looking ahead, DFI is committed to further embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into daily operations and business strategies. Through a range of sustainability initiatives, DFI strives to achieve its objectives in the markets and communities it serves, driving positive change and continually increasing the Group’s contributions to a sustainable future.

Key highlights from the 2023 Sustainability Report include:

1. Emission reduction and climate obligations: