We have set and implemented 47 targets during 2007/08. Our targets cover environmental, social and economic aspects of sustainability development. Details of these targets are provided in respective sections in this report.

Among these targets, 44 were fully met, 1 achieved substantial progress and 2 fell short.

Chart: 2007/08 Target Performance

Action Plan for Targets Not Fully Met

Targets Progress Causes Action Plan for 2008/09
Continue to reduce water consumption at HA Headquarters by performing water saving initiatives as appropriate.
Water consumption exceeded the target by 1.9%.
Unexpected increase usage of water for cleansing due to the threat of potential avian influenza and pandemic flu.
To continue monitoring the progress and take action as necessary
Further abate the remaining asbestos-containing materials in existing HA managed properties by implementing asbestos abatement programme through estate redevelopment programme and asbestos removal works.
Asbestos abated was 1.2% lower than the target.
There was a slippage on tendering of demolition for redevelopment of Wong Chuk Hang Estate Phases 2 & 3.
To continue monitoring the progress and take action as necessary
Enhance staff environmental awareness and knowledge by soliciting and analysing training needs, organising seminars, displaying of environmental issues at HA Headquarters' Green Corner and providing environmental messages on the e-Learning portal.
There was one outstanding display.
The display was affected by the progress of the Sustainability Report 2006/07.
The display was launched in May 2008.
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