Construction Industry Council - Annual Report 2024

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY COUNCIL 162 OUR SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY Building Trust Through Integrity At the CIC, we are committed to upholding high governance standards throughout our sustainability journey. Through a structured and multi-level approach, we consistently review and enhance the relevant governance framework to ensure it remains effective and transparent. Sustainability Governance Structure To effectively manage and implement sustainability-related initiatives, we have established a dedicated cross-departmental Sustainability Working Group (SWG), to coordinate efforts across the CIC, ensuring that sustainability principles are fully integrated into our operations. Executive Director Sustainability Working Group • Set direction and make decisions on the CIC’s sustainability matters • Formulate and disseminate sustainability strategies to stakeholders • Establish roadmap(s) and implement sustainability initiatives throughout the CIC • Monitor and provide continuous suggestions to improve the performance of sustainability initiatives Administration Human Resources Corporate Communications Procurement Corporate Safety Registration Services Environment and Sustainability Trade Testing Estates Office CIC – Zero Carbon Park Hong Kong Institute of Construction Fostering Industry-Wide Collaboration Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our organisation. Through proactive leadership, the CIC strives to foster a more sustainable future for the entire construction industry. The CIC Committee on Environment and Sustainability (Com-E&S) and various working groups, comprising of key stakeholders across the industry’s value chain, are instrumental in devising robust strategies and plans. These initiatives aim to promote environmental protection and advance sustainable actions in the construction sector. For further details on the Com-E&S’s roles and responsibilities, please refer to Chapter – Committees and Boards.