green procurement practices, such as a bulk purchase agreement, which reduced logistics costs from suppliers to site facilities. We also encouraged the recycling of pre-loved items through our partnership with IPC Recycling Centre, enabling the repurposing of usable goods. Our UEMS Singapore operations reinforced recycling culture through internal awareness campaigns and visual reminders at waste collection points, encouraging responsible waste disposal among employees. We also collaborated with licensed vendors to ensure the proper disposal of scheduled waste, adhering to all regulatory requirements and enhancing our overall waste management efficiency. MATERIALS Building on our commitment to sustainability, our Infrastructure Services continued to champion the circular economy using sustainable materials, reinforcing our dedication to minimising environmental impact across all areas of our business. In 2024, the PRC developed three new variations of Asphalt Mix Pavement, focused on utilising hot & cold recycling and warm mix asphalt technologies, hence expanding its solutions to meet diverse infrastructure demands. This complements the existing 12 variations of Asphalt Mix Pavement, designed specifically to withstand heavy traffic conditions and cater to various project requirements. RESURFACING OF ZOO NEGARA PAVEMENT Between 2023 and 2024, the Infrastructure Division has refurbished more than 3000 m2 of pavement roads in Zoo Negara. In 2024, UEM Edgenta continued its commitment to sustainability by focusing on reducing paper consumption across its operations. In comparison to last year, the company demonstrated a 29% reduction in the consumption of A4 reams. These reductions align with the company’s efforts to minimise its environmental impact and promote paper conservation, supported by initiatives such as digitalisation and awareness campaigns across its facilities. Sustainable New Jersey Barrier A collaboration between PLUS, CIMA, and EIS led to the development of GreenGuard, a precast concrete New Jersey Barrier (NJB) designed with sustainability in mind. Fabricated using green concrete, GreenGuard meets stringent TL5 safety requirements and is intended to replace existing guardrail to enhance safety along PLUS Highway. This innovative solution minimises the risk of out-of-control vehicles crossing into opposing traffic lanes. GreenGuard is engineered to reduce CO2 emissions by an impressive 60% compared to construction of conventional barriers, achieving a harmonious balance between environmental responsibility, cost efficiency, and technical performance. Our Infrastructure Services business began installing Mcfill oil filters in its fleet of 30 one-ton lorries starting in 2023. These filters have extended the oil change interval from 5,000 km to 20,000 km, resulting in an annual savings of 630 litres of engine oil. This effort contributes to the company’s broader goal of reducing resource consumption and minimising waste in its operations, supporting both environmental and operational efficiency. EdgentaUEMS Taiwan prioritised the use of sustainable materials and solutions in its operations in 2024. The company focused on procuring raw materials and products with environmental certification labels, ensuring that sustainability was embedded throughout its supply chain. EdgentaUEMS Taiwan continued to embrace sustainable practices by using FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)-certified paper for its Edgenta UEMS Times Magazine. In addition, UEMS Singapore utilised cleaning detergents that carry Singapore Green Label certifications, further reducing its environmental impact and promoting the use of eco-friendly products across its operations. 2021 2022 2023 2024 469 6,266 6,381 7,379 Paper Consumption 161 ENHANCING VALUE THROUGH SUSTAINABILITY
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