87 ANNUAL REPORT 2024 MST GOLF GROUP BERHAD Water Management Approach In 2024, MST Golf introduced a Group-wide Water Use Policy to improve efficiency, prevent pollution, and promote sustainable water stewardship. The policy mandates regular monitoring, water-efficient fixtures, prompt leak repairs, and compliance with environmental regulations on discharge and effluents. We aim to reduce the Group’s water consumption by at least 10% by 2025, using 2024 data as the baseline. Water conservation is also embedded in the Group’s Code of Conduct & Ethics for Third Parties, which requires suppliers to minimise water waste, treat wastewater properly, and comply with local laws. Water efficiency will be integrated into supplier evaluations to promote responsible use across our supply chain. Water Sources and Discharge Approach Water Source/Discharge Type Description Water Source MST Golf sources 100% of its water from municipal water supply systems and public utility providers, ensuring access to clean and treated water for all operational needs. Water Withdrawal MST Golf does not withdraw water directly from natural sources such as rivers, lakes, or underground reservoirs, reducing the risk of environmental depletion. Primary Use Water consumption at MST Golf is primarily for sanitary purposes, cleaning, washing, and drinking in offices, retail stores, and indoor golf facilities. Water Stressed Areas MST Golf does not operate in water-stressed areas in terms of freshwater availability. Effluent Discharge MST Golf’s operations do not generate hazardous or chemical waste that requires special disposal. No untreated wastewater is released into natural water bodies, reinforcing our commitment to responsible environmental practices. Water Discharge Approach All wastewater generated from our facilities is channelled into municipal wastewater treatment plants, ensuring proper treatment before being released into the environment. MST Golf does not operate in water-stressed areas where freshwater demand exceeds available supply. However, the Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas by the World Resources Institute (WRI) identifies Jakarta, Indonesia, as an extremely high water risk area due to severe groundwater depletion, land subsidence, flooding, and pollution. While our Jakarta operations rely on municipal water, we acknowledge the long-term water security challenges. We will continue assessing potential financial and operational risks tied to water availability in high-risk locations. Water Consumption In 2024, MST Golf recorded a total water consumption of 15,404 m³, representing a 16.78% reduction from 18,509.9 m³ in 2023. This decrease was observed across all reporting locations, except for the Toppen outlet, which opened in late 2023 and naturally reflected higher full-year consumption in 2024. Water Consumption 2023 2024 Total water consumed (m3) 18,509.9 15,404.0 While this reduction is a positive indicator of improved water efficiency, it is important to acknowledge that data limitations exist. Water usage in Singapore and Indonesia remains unmetered in our reporting, as it is included in rental agreements, meaning actual consumption will be higher than recorded.
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