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Integrating Sustainability into Digital InfrastructureOUR ESG APPROACHESR Group LimitedEnvironmental, Social and Governance Report 202414At ESR, we are committed to delivering best-in-class space and integrated solutions for customers, setting new benchmarks in innovation and sustainable operations.We continue to implement efficient technology, smart building features and data analytics into the planning, construction and maintenance of our assets, to optimise ESG performance and create a sustainable portfolio. The core elements of these smart developments are in line with the key focus areas outlined in our Group%u2019s ESG Framework.ESR JAPAN: COSMOSQUARE DATA CENTREEnergy efficiency is a crucial and fundamental component of data centre design and operation, considering their power consumption has been estimated to be 2% of the world%u2019s total electricity generation.In August 2024, ESR completed the core and shell of its flagship data centre, ESR Cosmosquare OS1, in Osaka, Japan. This data centre is part of a US$2 billion hyperscale campus designed to meet the growing demand for digital infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region. The project is set to provide advanced, environmentally sustainable solutions, including efficient cooling systems to reduce energy use. It aims to achieve LEED NC v4 Gold certification, showcasing ESR%u2019s commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency while supporting industries such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure across key markets.Cosmosquare Data Centre Campus in Central Osaka, JapanFlexible & Adaptable Properties%u2022%u0009 Partofacampuswithexpansioncapabilities, strategically located near major internet and telecommunication exchanges in OsakaSustainable Building Certifications%u2022%u0009 SlatedtoachieveLEEDNCv4Goldcertification, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiencySustainable & Efficient Operations%u2022%u0009 Designedwithanefficientcoolingsystem to minimise energy use and reduce the need for chillers, ensuring high reliability and flexibility%u2022%u0009 SettobeoperationalbyMay2025,with a capacity of 25 MWDisclosure & Reporting%u2022%u0009 PartofESR%u2019sbroaderstrategyto deliver 575 MW of committed data centre sites across APAC, addressing the growing demand for digital infrastructure powered by artificial intelligence%u2022%u0009 PartofESRDataCentreFund1,which was rated the highest 5 stars and ranked 2nd in the Technology/Science peer group in its inaugural 2024 GRESB assessment.