Crystal International Group Limited (“Crystal International” or the “Group”) is expediting its renewable energy transition across global operations through a combination of onsite rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, green electricity purchases, and International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs). These measures advance the Group’s Crystal Sustainability Vision 2030 and Net Zero 2050 ambition. To date, 3 intimate factories in Vietnam, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka achieved 100% renewable electricity coverage on a market-based greenhouse gas accounting basis.
Crystal International Expands Its Renewable Energy Portfolio
In addition to its renewable energy portfolio with 24.6 MW of installed solar PV capacity in the operating countries, Crystal International has been actively sourcing I-RECs and off-site green electricity, to reduce carbon emissions from purchased electricity on a market-based basis. The initiative is in line with the growing customer expectations. The procurement of I-RECs reflects the Group’s practical and progressive approach to accelerating renewable electricity use across complex manufacturing supply chains.
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Three Factories Achieve 100% Renewable Electricity Coverage
Building on the achievement of 3 factories in Vietnam, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka attaining 100% renewable electricity coverage on a market-based greenhouse gas accounting basis in 2025, Crystal International is continually working with all factories to scale up renewable energy adoption, by purchasing green electricity and I-RECs matched with their grid electricity consumption. Since 2025, the Group has procured 85,600 MWh of I-RECs and green electricity, offsetting 45,200 tCO2e. The Group aims to maximise renewable electricity coverage by 2030.
I-RECs and Green Electricity Support the Energy Transition
“Transitioning to renewable electricity requires both immediate action and long-term system transformation. While we continue to invest in on-site solar PV, market-based instruments such as I-RECs and green electricity purchase enable us to support renewable electricity generation while expanding access to clean energy solutions,” said Catherine Chiu, Vice President – Corporate Quality & Sustainability at Crystal International.
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Net Zero 2050 Roadmap Combines Energy and Manufacturing Strategies
Crystal International’s ongoing net zero roadmap comprises a combination of strategies focusing on renewable energy, productivity enhancement, energy efficiency and fuel switching. The Group remains committed to creating long-term value while contributing to global climate actions through continued investment in renewable energy and low-carbon manufacturing.
