PILLAR 2:
Advancing Green Economy

Smart Axiata is dedicated to advancing a green economy by actively promoting climate action and embracing the principles of a circular economy. This commitment reflects the company’s recognition of the urgent need to address environmental challenges and foster sustainable development. Ultimately, a green economy aligns with our vision of a sustainable future and enables us to create long-term value for our business, our customers, stakeholders, and society as a whole.

Sustainable Development Goals

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Climate Change

We acknowledge the transformative potential of connectivity and digitalization in addressing the climate crisis, and we are committed to becoming a net-zero carbon company by 2050, aligning with GSMA’s goals for the mobile sector. Our strategy includes assessing climate risks, promoting circular economy solutions, and adopting standards emission reporting.

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Earth Hour with World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF): Inspiring Millions Worldwide to Take Action for Our Planet
Earth Hour with World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF): Inspiring Millions Worldwide to Take Action for Our Planet
Held Earth Hour 2023 on March 23, 2023, in Phnom Penh under the theme “Step Up, Build Back Better”.
7 million were reached via SMS.
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Project W - WASH for Education
Project W – WASH for Education
Supported Project W, a collaborative initiative focused on improving water sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) conditions along with raising awareness about water consumption in rural Cambodian schools.
Installed water filtration systems at Chonlas Dei and Phum Kumru Secondary Schools in Siem Reap.
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Impact Story: National Eco-School Competition 2022 with MoE
National Eco-School Competition 2022 with MoE
Supported the event with Smart’s Head of Corporate Affairs as a committee member for the National Eco-School Awards.
Reached a total of 31,050 students and 2,924 teachers in 69 schools.
Scope 1 (tCO2e)
2023
3,798.60

2022

3,978.24
Scope 2 (tCO2e)
2023
61,789.88

2022

52,463.00
Scope 3
2023
Data collection of 2022 scope 3 for Science Based Targets
65,588.48
Total Emissions of Scope 1 & 2 (tCO2e)
2023
65,588.48

2022

56,441.87

Number of Solar Sites

1,534
Environmental Management

Smart is committed to environmental sustainability by implementing effective waste management, conserving water, and protecting biodiversity. Our goal is to achieve a circular economy within our operations, reducing our environmental impact and contributing to a sustainable future for Cambodia.

Our initiatives in 2023:

An e-business card that allows customers to share professional information electronically, reducing the need for printed cards.

EcoBatt-Energy Cambodia partnership that encourages employees and customers to recycle used batteries.

Branding and marketing items produced from recycled materials, including 3,250 tote bags, 19,000 pens, 8,710 tumblers, and 4,750 notebooks.

Empowering employees for better energy efficiency, we encouraged and educated our employees, helping them to use energy more efficiently through the publication of Smart’s Energy Efficiency Booklet.

Enhancing Water Management

Total Water Consumption (Liters) in 2023

10,848,732

*Across 40 Smart premises, including our offices, warehouses and Smart Shops throughout the country.

Implementing Green Practices in Supply Chain

Established a mandatory requirement for transportation service suppliers to use vehicles with a minimum model year of 2016 to reduce environmental pollution.

Encouraged the reduction of plastic use in our suppliers’ operations by conducting site visits.

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