AmpQuartz ESG & Sustainability Pledge

Protecting homes, empowering people, and doing business the right way.

Why This Pledge Exists

AmpQuartz was founded on a single idea: a home isn’t truly beautiful unless it’s safe, healthy, and built with respect for the world around it. That belief extends beyond the cabinets we craft; it shapes every decision we make—from how we source timber to how we treat the people who bring our projects to life. This pledge lays out our long-term commitments across Environmental stewardship, Social responsibility, and sound Governance (ESG) — the three pillars that hold up everything we do.

1. Environmental Stewardship

Sustainable Materials

• FSC-certified plywood & boards: We prioritise responsibly harvested wood to safeguard forests and biodiversity.

• Low-VOC adhesives & finishes: All surface treatments are selected to minimise harmful emissions in your living space.

• Formaldehyde-neutralising service: Included with every project to guarantee healthier indoor air quality for children, elders, and pets.

Waste & Resource Management

• Precision cut-planning: Advanced software maps each sheet to maximise yield and reduce off-cuts.

• Circular mindset: Usable remnants are repurposed for prototypes, community workshops, or donated to vocational schools.

• Packaging overhaul: We are phasing out single-use plastics in favour of reusable crates and biodegradable wraps.

Climate Roadmap

• Energy-efficient machinery: Upgrading to low-power, high-output tools to cut electrical consumption.

• On-site renewables: We are conducting a feasibility study for rooftop solar and exploring green tariffs for grid energy.

• Carbon tracking: Starting 2025, we will publish annual CO₂e estimates and reduction targets.

2. Social Responsibility

Inclusive & Empowering Workplace

• Multiracial, gender-balanced team: Hiring reflects the diversity of Johor and Malaysia at large.

• Mentorship culture: Senior carpenters, designers, and sales leaders run monthly “You Help, I Help” sessions where skills and lessons are shared openly.

• Fair labour & safe conditions: All staff receive written contracts, EPF/SOCSO, and regular safety training. Sub-contractors must sign the same code of conduct.

Growth & Learning

• Equal-opportunity advancement: Promotions are performance-based, never biased by gender, race, or age.

• Continuous education: Tuition subsidies for external courses in design, sustainability, procurement, sales, and leadership.

• Second-career pathways: We welcome experienced parents returning to work and craftsmen reskilling for modern cabinetry.

Community Impact

• Local-supplier partnerships: Over 70 % of raw materials and hardware are sourced from Malaysian businesses, supporting the domestic economy.

• Skills-for-youth programmes: We host quarterly workshops with TVET colleges, providing hands-on training and internship opportunities.

• Donation & volunteer days: Employees receive one paid day each year to volunteer on community renovation or environmental projects.

3. Strong Governance

Integrity & Transparency

• Anti-bribery policy: Zero tolerance for kickbacks, facilitation payments, or conflicts of interest — enforced via annual declarations and audits.

• Transparent procurement: Competitive bidding, documented vendor evaluations, and management oversight ensure fair pricing and quality.

• Data protection: Customer and employee data are stored with strict access controls and encrypted backups.

Accountability

• Whistle-blower channel: Anonymous reporting system for any ethical concerns, managed by an independent committee.

• Annual ESG review: Progress is measured against KPIs for waste reduction, staff diversity, and supplier compliance; results are published on our website.

• Board oversight: ESG strategy is reviewed quarterly by senior leadership, ensuring resources and authority match our ambitions.

4. Concrete Targets (2024 – 2027)

5. How You Can Partner With Us

• Choose green materials when finalising your design — our consultants will guide you.

• Return packaging after installation; we’ll reuse or recycle it.

• Spread the word about responsible renovation practices with friends and family.

• Share feedback — our pledge is a living document, shaped by customers, employees, and community partners.

A Living Promise

This pledge isn’t a marketing brochure; it’s an evolving contract with our customers, employees, suppliers, and the planet. Each year we will update our progress, celebrate milestones, and acknowledge areas where we need to push harder.

Thank you for holding us accountable and for joining us on the journey to build better, together.

The AmpQuartz Leadership Team