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Flexible & Adaptable PropertiesPILLAR 2: PROPERTY PORTFOLIOESR Group LimitedEnvironmental, Social and Governance Report 202457Quality, comfort, accessibility and durability are attributes highly valued by our customers. At ESR, we design, construct and maintain our properties utilising advanced technologies and quality resources to prevent material degradation and ensure that they are safe and built to last. The Group strives to develop flexible, adaptable and state-of-the-art New Economy assets by catering to the diverse needs of various stakeholders, incorporating sustainable design and features and implementing cutting-edge technologies.We have identified the evolving socio-demographic trends within our key markets, leading to potential labour force shortages. Therefore, our strategy is to build assets which can cater to workers with varying demographics. In addition to automation needs, ESR aims to offer buildings with capabilities to accommodate day-care providers and increase the number of female-friendly spaces, as well as improve customer employees%u2019 well-being via lounges and fitness facilities. In addition, we aim to improve the disability-friendliness of our portfolio by examining and rolling out modifications, where applicable, for easy access to building including accessible entrance areas and ramps, stairs and elevators, appropriately dimensioned circulation areas, corridors, doors and accessible sanitary spaces.For illustration, the elements in the table below highlight some of the features that are being incorporated within the Group%u2019s logistics centres.FlexibleAdaptableState-of-the-artCustomisability%u2022%u0009 Officespace%u2022%u0009 Tailoreddesignforspecificuse (e.g., refrigeration for cold warehouses)%u2022%u0009 EasilyaccessiblestaircasesClimate resilience%u2022%u0009 Rooftopsolarpanels%u2022%u0009 BatteryenergystoragesystemsCreative technologies%u2022%u0009 Automatedstackingcranes and rail mounted gantry cranes%u2022%u0009 Automatedsortingandcold chain storage and transportationActive transit%u2022%u0009 End-of-Tripamenities(e.g., bicycle storage, shower and locker facilities)Biodiversity%u2022%u0009 Balancedandintactecosystem%u2022%u0009 Natural/nativeenvironmentsOptimal space%u2022%u0009 Largefloorplates%u2022%u0009 Highceilings%u2022%u0009 FullyrampedThe Group also believes in investing in innovative initiatives as a key catalyst for fostering innovation and productivity, with the aim of transforming real assets into smart buildings.CASE STUDYESR Korea Logistics FacilitiesChangwon Logistics ParkBucheon Cold Chain Logistics ParkBucheon Logistics ParkLocated in the developing Dudong District, this park offers a large floor plate of 114,238 sqm, providing operational flexibility. It benefits from excellent connectivity to Busan New Port and major expressways, ensuring accessibility to key cities like Busan, Changwon and Gimhae.This facility provides 58,000 sqm of temperature-controlled space with refrigerated docks and direct ramp access to all levels. It is designed to support efficient cold chain logistics with 172 dock doors and a clear height of 5.9m.A prime infill facility, this park features a 300,000 sqm multistorey distribution centre with clear heights of 9.5-12m and 724 dock doors. It offers excellent connectivity to Seoul and major airports with a LEED Gold certification for sustainability and employee amenities.