BEIJING, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NaaS Technology Inc. (“NaaS” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: NaaS), the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China, today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report (the “report”). The report outlines NaaS’s progress in 2023 toward its long-term ESG goals, central to the Company’s vision and mission.

The report details NaaS’s strategic initiatives to weave sustainability into various sectors, aligned with its vision to “Empower the World with Green Energy.” It features the Company’s innovative business model driving energy transitions, efforts toward green and low-carbon development, and strategies to rejuvenate rural areas sustainably. It also spotlights NaaS’s recent technological enhancements, particularly its upgraded autonomous charging solution. With the integration of deep learning, vehicle-to-everything (V2X), and 3D vision capabilities, these advances are pivotal in reducing carbon emissions and boosting energy efficiency in mobility systems. Furthermore, it highlights the Company’s dedication to sound governance, comprehensive employee development, and active stakeholder engagement, marking a balanced and effective approach to sustainability.

In 2023, NaaS achieved a carbon emission reduction of 3.29 million tons through new energy charging. Our annual clean energy procurement reached 305 million kWh, accounting for 81.14% of our total electricity consumption. Additionally, NaaS participated in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), scoring 60 points and ranking in the top 2% globally and second within the industry in China.

Ms. Yang Wang, chief executive officer of NaaS, commented, “As we elevate NaaS’s role in shaping sustainable energy landscapes, our commitment extends beyond technological innovation. Our aim is to deliver solutions that not only address current energy challenges but also set new standards for environmental stewardship. We are dedicated to nurturing a supportive workplace, fostering industry collaboration and driving progress that advances our company and contributes positively to communities and ecosystems globally.”

For more information on the Company’s ESG initiatives and to access the complete ESG report in Chinese and English, please visit the ESG section of the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.enaas.com/ESG.

About NaaS Technology Inc.

NaaS Technology Inc. is the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China. The Company is a subsidiary of Newlinks Technology Limited, a leading energy digitalization group in China. The Company provides one-stop solutions to energy asset owners comprising charging services, energy solutions and new initiatives, supporting every stage of energy asset’s lifecycle and facilitating energy transition.

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