Sustainability

Driven by a common purpose to make the world a better place, we recognize the importance of embedding Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) principles into our operations and strengthen our partnerships and collaboration with various relevant stakeholders to advance sustainability for the betterment of society in the long term.

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As a leading engineering consultancy firm, we constantly help clients think strategically about sustainability to create solutions that showcase their performance against a variety of sustainability criteria. Coupled with our proven technical excellence as well as capabilities, we have played an integral role in creating livable cities, township, ports, airports, water supply and treatment plants that have shaped much of the infrastructure landscape in the country with conscientious efforts towards minimizing impact to the environment, stakeholders and local communities.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

REPORT PERIOD:
JANUARY 1, 2022 – DECEMBER 31, 2022

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ENERGISING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

We support the United Nation’s 2030 agenda and seek solutions and best practices to achieve the 17 goals that address economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protection. We contribute to all SDGs to some degree; however, as an engineering company, and considering feedback from stakeholders, we prioritise the SDGs that can maximise our impact.

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We are aligned to the overall United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and our focus areas are 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16 and 17

HEB’s Contributions

[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14052″ image_size=”80″ info_title=”GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING” title_size=”23″]HEB is committed to improving the safety and health of employees by providing supportive programmes that address various health and wellness areas. The Group works hard to deliver a zero accident rate across its entire operations.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14037″ image_size=”80″ info_title=”QUALITY EDUCATION” title_size=”23″]HEB promotes lifelong learning and professional development by continuously investing in its workforce. The Group continued to provide access to learning through various platforms including internal and external training.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14053″ info_title=”GENDER EQUALITY / REDUCE INEQUALITIES” image_size=”160″ title_size=”23″]The rights and opportunities of every person should be respected, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs or socio-economic background. HEB ensures that the business is diverse, inclusive and reflects the local communities where operations are based.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14054″ image_size=”160″ info_title=”CLEAN ENERGY / CLIMATE ACTION” title_size=”23″]The direct environmental impact of operations is low as HEB’s core businesses focus on providing engineering and project management services through technology advancement and engineering solutions. Currently, HEB is exploring new renewable energy projects and opportunities covering solar and wind energy, waste to energy, small hydro and biomass/biogas plants. These projects support the government’s initiative to increase renewable energy power generation from the current 2% to 20% by 2025.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14041″ info_title=”DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH” title_size=”23″ image_size=”80″]Professional Training and Education for Growing Entrepreneurs (Protégé) is our long-standing commitment to growing the Malaysian talent pool. It equips Malaysian graduates with the necessary skills and experience to thrive in the corporate world. This 12-month programme blends intensive soft skills classroom training with on-the-job learning. It offers practical skills and real-life experiences to build a strong foundation for a successful future.

HEB is committed to being a great place to work. With a total workforce of close to 850 employees, more than half are engineers of various disciplines. Many employees have served the Company longterm with some being employed for over 20 years.[/mvc_infobox]

[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14055″ image_size=”160″ info_title=”INNOVATION & INFRASTRUCTURE / SUSTAINABLE CITIES & COMMUNITIES” title_size=”23″]HEB is a business that brings value and results to clients. Various innovations and advancement projects define HEB’s responsive supply chain in the engineering and project management sector. With a combined experience of more than 80 years, the Group boasts longstanding expertise in a wide array of industries including urban infrastructure, transportation planning, roads and highways, railways and metro systems, water resources and supply, waste management, building and structures and power generation.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14045″ image_size=”80″ info_title=”RESPONSIBLE VCONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION” title_size=”23″]Achieving economic growth and sustainable development requires an urgent reduction of our ecological footprint. HEB practises the efficient management of resources and responsible operations throughout its supply chain. HEB and its associate companies have achieved various standards and certifications including ISO 37001:2016, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14047″ image_size=”80″ info_title=”PEACE JUSTICE & STRONG INSTITUTIONS” title_size=”23″]Employees pride themselves on adhering to the highest code of ethics that governs all business operations and living out the mission in the community. HEB has zero-tolerance for corruption and fraud and promotes the dissemination of the principles of business and professional ethics.[/mvc_infobox]
[mvc_infobox title_color=”#000000″ image_id=”14048″ image_size=”80″ info_title=”PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS” title_size=”23″]HEB participates in several initiatives that actively shape sustainable development through collaboration and mutual exchange with stakeholders. Comprehensive expansion strategies consist of geographical expansion via local and foreign acquisitions including strategic partnerships and joint ventures with companies with a local presence in India and ASEAN.[/mvc_infobox]

Our focus is on three main Sustainability Pillars: Economic, Environmental and Social

ECONOMIC – STAY RESILIENT AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH

Transforming the Nation

  • Becoming the nation’s asset in infrastructure development and creating a better Malaysia, HEB projects are enablers for the country’s economic advancement.
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ENVIRONMENTAL – PROTECT ENVIRONMENT AND NATURE

Sustaining the Environment

  • We undertake all projects in an environmentally-responsible manner and both identify and manage risks that may negatively affect the environment.
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SOCIAL – PROTECT OUR PEOPLE AND LOCAL COMMUNITIES

Valuing / Developing Human Capital

  • We align global expertise and experience with local knowledge to meet the needs of our clients. Our diverse workforce of professionals comprises highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields.

Connecting Community

  • Enhancing the livelihood of communities and being the lifeline of communities, we connect communities through sustainable engineering works.
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Sustainability Report 2019

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