ESG Report 2023

98 The Group has identified climate-related physical risks and implemented response measures to mitigate their impact on business operations. Inner Mongolia Company has developed an emergency response plan for sudden environmental incidents in accordance with national laws and regulations such as the Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of China and the Emergency Response Law of the People's Republic of China. The company is committed to enhancing the prevention, emergency response, and disposal capabilities of various departments to reduce the risk of losses to business operations due to climate change. The emergency plan includes measures for flood prevention during the flood season, which helps in addressing floods and other flood-related disasters. The plan also clearly specifies the response measures that relevant units should take in the event of extreme weather events, as well as the establishment of an emergency rescue system and procedures to prevent harmful substance leaks. For example, in the event of a flood submerging a sewage station, the relevant departments must immediately close the water inlet and outlet valves of the sewage station, suspend system operations to prevent sewage overflow and widespread pollution. As the largest production base within the Group, Inner Mongolia Company is committed to energy and water conservation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and contributing to international efforts to mitigate climate change. The company has also developed an emergency response plan for sudden environmental incidents, strengthened control measures for extreme weather events, and enhanced emergency response capabilities. To coordinate emergency rescue work, Inner Mongolia Company has established an emergency rescue command center, enhancing its capabilities to respond to extreme weather events, crisis resolution, and accident management. For hazardous chemicals, the company has developed detailed procedures for handling chemical leaks, aiming to minimize disaster risks. Additionally, Inner Mongolia Company has organized training on emergency response plans for sudden environmental incidents, ensuring that employees in all positions understand and are familiar with emergency procedures and responsibilities. Furthermore, the company conducts drills for emergency response to sudden soil pollution accidents, allowing employees to participate in simulated exercises and evaluating their performance for improvement. While making good use of resources, Inner Mongolia Company also pays attention to emission reduction and proper handling of emissions generated in production and daily operations. The Group strictly abides by the relevant laws and regulations on air pollution, water pollution and solid waste, and has established an internal emission management system to systematically manage and reduce emissions to reduce the impacts on the environment. 10.4 Pollution Control and Treatment Category Relevant Laws, Regulations, Guidelines and Technical Specifications Internal Policies Wastewater treatment Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Water Pollution Integrated Wastewater Discharge Standard Technical Guidelines for Environmental Impact Assessment - Groundwater Environment Sewage Treatment Management Program Exhaust Gas Treatment Atmospheric Pollution Management Policy Waste disposal Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Atmospheric Pollution Emission Standard of Air Pollutants for Thermal Power Plants Emission Standard of Air Pollutants for Pharmaceutical Industry Standard for Fugitive Emission of Volatile Organic Compounds Technical Guidelines for Environmental Impact Assessment Atmospheric Environment Law of the People's Republic of China on the Prevention and Control of Environmental Pollution by Solid Waste Technical Code for Seepage Prevention in Petrochemical Engineering Technical Guidelines for Solid Waste Treatment and Disposition Engineering Standard for Pollution on the Storage and Disposal Site for General Industrial Solid Wastes Solid Waste Management Procedure Responsibility System for Environmental Prevention and Control of Hazardous Waste Pollution Management Rules for Hazardous Waste in the Workshop Environmental, Social and Governance Report 2023 The United Laboratories International Holdings Limited