Water is a key resource at FGV, integral to our operations across the palm oil industry. It supports everything from oil extraction to irrigation, helping us maintain efficiency and drive sustainable practices. By managing water use efficiently, we reduce environmental impacts such as depletion and pollution, while ensuring compliance with both local and global sustainability standards. Responsible water use is central to our commitment to environmental stewardship and bolsters our long-term business sustainability. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Our water management approach focuses on optimising consumption, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and fostering long-term sustainability. This integration of efficient practices helps us achieve operational success while minimising our environmental impact and supporting our broader sustainability agenda. Compliance with both local and international regulations is central to our water management efforts. FGV follows a comprehensive Regulatory Compliance Framework, which ensures full alignment with water quality laws, standards and guidelines. This framework includes compliance with the Malaysian Environmental Quality Act (1974) and other regulations set by bodies such as the Department of Environment (DOE). We conduct risk assessments to identify potential water-related risks, such as scarcity, contamination, and regulatory changes. These proactive measures allow us to take early action, ensuring compliance with water-related regulations. Before launching new projects or expanding operations, we perform Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) to evaluate the impact on local water resources and water quality. The findings are shared with regulatory authorities for approval, ensuring appropriate actions to minimise environmental impacts. WHAT IS OUR APPROACH? Water Use WHAT VALUE WAS CREATED IN 2024? To improve water efficiency and reduce reliance on external sources, we have implemented rainwater harvesting systems at key operational sites and expanded water recycling initiatives within our mills. These efforts optimise water use, mitigate water scarcity risks, and support our environmental commitments. We also conduct independent reviews of our water management practices to ensure alignment with best practices and sustainability standards. To strengthen oversight, we have deployed real-time monitoring systems at high-risk locations and conduct regular internal assessments of water quality parameters such as pH, Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD). These measures enable early detection of potential issues and allow for timely intervention. We are committed to sustainable water management through continuous improvement in operational efficiency, investment in water-saving technologies, and rigorous monitoring of consumption across all our operations. WHAT IS OUR OUTLOOK? Disclosures 2022* 2023* 2024 Total water consumption (ML) 18,185.31 17,141.17 17,764.05 Total water discharge (ML) 27,878.46 25,610.96 28,811.30 Total water withdrawal (ML) 46,063.78 42,752.13 46,575.35 Total water recycled (ML) 862.25 654.67 792.54 * The 2022 and 2023 data have been restated based on different unit of measurement. PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES 154 FGV Holdings Berhad | Annual Integrated Report 2024 Environment
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