In June, Taikoo Hui, Guangzhou (Tower 2) – HSBC Office received LEED [Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design] Zero Carbon and LEED Zero Energy certifications from the US Green Building Council. The tower, which is entirely occupied by HSBC, is the first mixed-use office building project on the Chinese Mainland and the second and largest globally (in terms of gross floor area) to be awarded both certifications. The LEED Zero Energy certificate recognises the building has achieved an energy use balance of zero, while the LEED Zero Carbon certificate reflects continuous efforts to implement measures aimed at reducing emissions from the HSBC Office operations, as well as from staff transportation, assisted by carbon offsets and convenient access to public transport. The entire Taikoo Hui, Guangzhou portfolio reached a significant sustainability milestone in 2021, by achieving 100% usage of renewable energy.
