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To reduce energy use across our operations, DFI is investing in smart refrigeration, smart air conditioning, electrical and lighting technologies and systems, including cloud-based AC and energy monitoring, and AC inverter units. These technologies enable a more data driven approach for the monitoring of energy usage by providing visibility to facilities managers to guide management actions. These systems also identify inefficiencies in our engineering systems allowing for intervention and proactive maintenance to optimise efficiency. During 2024, our teams continued to install more energy efficient EC fans, LED lighting systems, motion activated lighting sensors and submetering. These projects resulted in a reduction of approximately 6,000,000 kg of carbon dioxide equivalent, supporting an overall reduction in Scope 2 emissions.

DFI’s efforts to reduce Scope 2 emissions also include team member engagement. By providing energy efficiency training to team members and promoting eco-conscious behaviours, the Group fosters a culture of environmental responsibility, contributing to decarbonisation through collective action and behavioural change within the workforce.

Our efforts to enhance energy efficiency extend across different formats and markets with key examples highlighted below:

initiative in Cambodia

DFI Lucky in Cambodia has continued to carry out its energy saving initiative to optimise air conditioning systems, cooling systems for chillers and freezers, and exterior lighting schedules. The business has empowered team members to take action, while demonstrating its commitment to emissions reduction with customers.

The initiative led to an 800,000 kWh reduction in energy consumption during the year, coupled with a 6.2% reduction in power costs that provided over US$220,000 in savings.

Guardian Vietnam: Benkon smart air conditioning system project

Starting in early 2024, Guardian Vietnam began installing new intelligent air conditioning systems that are able to reduce energy usage by 10% in our stores.

Maxim’s Hong Kong: Energy reduction campaign

In Hong Kong, Maxim’s has been promoting energy reduction efforts across stores, driving an internal campaign that recognises individual stores for significant reductions in energy use. Maxim’s Hong Kong has also adopted its greener store guidelines that will support sustainable operational practices and continued improvement through daily monitoring. The campaign has encouraged all of Maxim’s business units to achieve a 5% reduction in energy use in 2024 compared to 2023, and more than 130 stores achieved an average energy savings of 18.2%.