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快克智能:快克智能监事会关于2021年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划之股票期权首次授予部分第二个行权期及预留授予部分第一个行权期行权名单的核查意见
2023-08-29 09:56
一、该等激励对象不存在下列情形: 1、最近 12 个月内被证券交易所认定为不适当人选; 2、最近 12 个月内被中国证券监督管理委员会(以下简称"中国证监会") 及其派出机构认定为不适当人选; 证券代码:603203 证券简称:快克智能 公告编号:2023-037 快克智能装备股份有限公司 监事会关于 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划之股票 期权首次授予部分第二个行权期及预留授予部分第一个行 权期行权名单的核查意见 本公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈述或者重大遗 漏,并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担法律责任。 快克智能装备股份有限公司(以下简称"公司")监事会依据《中华人民共 和国公司法》(以下简称"《公司法》")、《中华人民共和国证券法》(以下简称"《证 券法》")、《上市公司股权激励管理办法》(以下简称"《管理办法》")等有关法律、 法规和规范性文件以及《快克智能装备股份有限公司章程》(以下简称"《公司章 程》")、《2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划》(以下简称"《激励计划》") 的有关规定,对公司《激励计划》项下股票期权首次授予部分第二个行权期及预 留 ...
快克智能:快克智能第四届监事会第六次会议决议公告
2023-08-29 09:56
证券代码:603203 证券简称:快克智能 公告编号:2023-034 会议的通知、召开、表决程序符合《中华人民共和国公司法》(以下简称《公 司法》)等法律、行政法规、部门规章、规范性文件及公司章程的规定,表决结 果真实有效。 二、监事会会议审议情况 (一) 审议通过《关于公司 2023 年半年度报告及摘要的议案》 监事会认为,董事会编制和审议公司 2023 年半年度报告及其摘要的程序符合 有关法律法规、规范性文件及《公司章程》和公司内部管理制度的规定。2023 年半年度报告及其摘要的内容与格式符合中国证监会和上海证券交易所的各项 规定;公司对外披露的信息真实、准确、完整,不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈 述或重大遗漏;在提出本意见前,未发现参与 2023 年半年度报告编制和审议人 员有违反保密规定的行为。 具体详见同日于上海证券交易所网站及其他指定媒体披露的《快克智能装备 股份有限公司 2023 年半年度报告》全文及其摘要。 表决结果:同意 3 票,反对 0 票,弃权 0 票。 快克智能装备股份有限公司 第四届监事会第六次会议决议公告 本公司监事会及全体监事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈 述或者重大 ...
快克智能:快克智能独立董事关于第四届董事会第八次会议相关事项的独立意见
2023-08-29 09:56
快克智能装备股份有限公司独立董事 关于第四届董事会第八次会议相关事项的独立意见 根据中国证监会《关于在上市公司建立独立董事制度的指导意见》《上市公 司治理准则》《上海证券交易所股票上市规则》及《快克智能装备股份有限公司 章程》(以下简称"《公司章程》")《快克智能装备股份有限公司独立董事工 作细则》等有关规定,我们作为快克智能装备股份有限公司(以下简称"公司") 的独立董事,仔细审阅了公司提供的资料,并通过对公司有关情况的了解和调查, 基于独立判断的立场,就对公司第四届董事会第八次会议审议的相关议案发表独 立意见如下: 1、对《关于调整 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划相关事项的议案》 发表独立意见 对于公司拟调整 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划的相关事项,我们 认为: 励对象符合行权的资格条件,其作为本次可行权的激励对象主体资格合法、有效, 不存在损害公司及全体股东利益的情形。上述议案的决策程序符合法律、法规及 《公司章程》的规定,会议程序合法、决议有效,符合公司及全体股东的利益。 因此,我们一致同意:公司在行权期内为 173 名首次授予部分股票期权的激 励对象办理第二个行权期 84.12 ...
快克智能:上海兰迪律所关于快克智能激励计划之股票期权首次授予部分第二个行权期及预留授予部分第一个行权期行权条件成就的法律意见书
2023-08-29 09:54
上海兰迪律师事务所 关于快克智能装备股份有限公司 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划之股票期权首 次授予部分第二个行权期及预留授予部分第一个行权期 行权条件成就的 法 律 意 见 书 中国上海市虹口区东大名路 1089 号北外滩来福士广场东塔 16 楼 邮编: 200082 16tt Floor, East Tower, Raffles City, No.1089, Dongdaming Road, Shanghai ,China(P.C 200082) Tel: 86-21-6652-9952 fax: 86-21-6652-2252 www.landinglawyer.com 上海兰迪律师事务所 关于快克智能装备股份有限公司 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划之股票期权首次授予部 分第二个行权期及预留授予部分第一个行权期行权条件成就的 法律意见书 致:快克智能装备股份有限公司 上海兰迪律师事务所接受快克智能装备股份有限公司(以下简称" 快克智能" 或"公司",证券代码为603203)的委托,为公司实施2021年限制性股票与股票 期权激励计划所涉及的相关事宜出具法律意见书。 本所律师根据《中华人 ...
快克智能:上海兰迪律师事务所关于快克智能装备股份有限公司2021年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划回购注销部分限制性股票的法律意见书
2023-08-10 09:07
上海兰迪律师事务所 关于快克智能装备股份有限公司 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划 回购注销部分限制性股票的 法 律 意 见 书 中国上海市虹口区东大名路 1089 号北外滩来福士广场东塔 16 楼 邮编: 200082 16th Floor, East Tower, Raffles City, No.1089, Dongdaming Road, Shanghai ,China(P.C 200082) Tel: 86-21-6652-9952 fax: 86-21-6652-2252 www.landinglawyer.com 上海兰迪律师事务所 关于快克智能装备股份有限公司 2021 年限制性股票与股票期权激励计划 回购注销部分限制性股票的法律意见书 致:快克智能装备股份有限公司 上海兰迪律师事务所接受快克智能装备股份有限公司(以下简称"快克智能" 或"公司",证券代码为603203)的委托,为公司实施2021年限制性股票与股票 期权激励计划所涉及的相关事宜出具法律意见书。 本所律师根据《中华人民共和国公司法》《中华人民共和国证券法》《上市公 司股权激励管理办法》等有关法律、法规、规范性文件和《快克 ...
快克智能:快克智能关于召开2022年年度暨2023年第一季度业绩说明会的公告
2023-05-18 07:32
证券代码:603203 证券简称:快克智能 公告编号:2023-024 快克智能装备股份有限公司 关于召开 2022 年度暨 2023 年第一季度业绩说明会的公告 本公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈 述或者重大遗漏,并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担个别及连带责任。 重要内容提示: 会议召开时间:2023 年 5 月 31 日(星期三)下午 13:00-14:30 会议召开地点: 上 海 证 券 交 易 所 上 证 路 演 中 心 ( 网址: http://roadshow.sseinfo.com) 会议召开方式:上证路演中心视频结合网络文字互动 投资者可于 2023 年 5 月 24 日(星期三)至 5 月 30 日(星期二)16:00 前登 录上证路演中心网站首页点击"提问预征集"栏目或 通 过 公司邮箱 (quickir@quick-global.com)进行提问。公司将在说明会上对投资者普遍关注 的问题进行回答。 快克智能装备股份有限公司(以下简称"公司")已于 2023 年 4 月 29 日发 布公司 2022 年度报告及 2023 年第一季度报告,为便于广大投资者 ...
快克智能(603203) - 2022 Q4 - 年度财报
2023-04-28 16:00
Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.5 billion RMB, representing a 20% growth year-over-year [24]. - The company achieved a revenue of 901,410,736.69, representing a year-on-year growth of 15.48% [25]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 273,380,105.53, an increase of 2.14% compared to the previous year [25]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 237,284,869.34, up by 8.80% year-on-year [25]. - Operating cash flow reached 241,781,491.87, reflecting a significant increase of 41.29% from the previous year [25]. - The company's total assets at the end of 2022 were 1,877,848,184.0, a 12.68% increase from the end of 2021 [25]. - Basic earnings per share were 1.11, a slight increase of 1.83% compared to 2021 [26]. - The weighted average return on equity was 20.85%, down by 1.89 percentage points from the previous year [26]. Dividend and Profit Distribution - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 10 RMB per 10 shares (including tax) based on the total share capital after deducting the repurchased restricted stocks [6]. - The company will carry forward the undistributed profits to the next fiscal year [6]. - The company will not propose a cash profit distribution plan if the parent company has positive distributable profits, but it must disclose the reasons and plans for undistributed profits [177]. - The total cash dividend amount for the 2021 fiscal year was approximately 248.15 million RMB, representing 90.77% of the net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders in the consolidated financial statements [178]. - The company has not adjusted its cash dividend policy during the reporting period, ensuring the protection of minority shareholders' rights [175]. Corporate Governance - The board of directors and senior management confirm the accuracy and completeness of the annual report [4]. - The report indicates that all board members attended the board meeting, ensuring collective responsibility for the report's content [4]. - The company emphasizes transparency and timely information disclosure to protect shareholder rights and maintain investor relations [140]. - The company has implemented a stock incentive plan and adheres to insider information management regulations to prevent insider trading [140]. - The company has established a comprehensive compensation and performance evaluation system, combining fixed salaries based on job responsibilities with performance-based incentives [169]. Market Expansion and Strategic Initiatives - The company is expanding its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 10% market share within the next two years [24]. - A strategic acquisition of a local tech firm was announced, aimed at enhancing the company's capabilities in IoT solutions [24]. - The company is actively expanding into new markets such as electric vehicles and artificial intelligence, focusing on R&D and new product development [35]. - The company plans to invest 200 million RMB in R&D for new technologies over the next three years [24]. - The company aims to enhance its precision welding technology and automation capabilities in the power semiconductor packaging field, with key projects recognized as critical core technology initiatives [125]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses increased by 76.86% to ¥113,659,248.30, up from ¥64,264,317.67, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and new product development [79]. - The company is committed to continuous innovation and development of new technologies to meet the evolving needs of its customers [47]. - The company is focusing on technological advancements and new product development to drive future growth [146]. - The company is actively developing new technologies, including AI deep learning for defect detection, which has reached mass production [129]. Risk Management - The company emphasizes the importance of investment risk awareness due to uncertainties in forward-looking statements [7]. - The company has implemented measures to manage foreign exchange risks, including cash management and hedging strategies, to mitigate adverse effects on operational performance [134]. - There is a risk of accounts receivable bad debts due to increased sales of high-priced electronic welding and automation equipment, which may lead to cash flow and operational performance risks if overdue accounts arise [134]. - The company faces inventory impairment risks as rapid demand changes in downstream sectors may render some raw materials obsolete due to ongoing technological upgrades [134]. Compliance and Audit - The company has received a standard unqualified audit report from the accounting firm Xin Yong Zhong He [5]. - The company has implemented a detailed management system and operational guidelines for daily operations [185]. - The internal control system has been effectively implemented, with no significant deficiencies reported during the reporting period [185]. - The company received a standard unqualified opinion on its internal control audit from Xinyong Zhonghe Accounting Firm [187]. Employee and Management Structure - The company employed a total of 1,193 staff members, with 969 in the parent company and 224 in major subsidiaries [168]. - The workforce includes 405 production personnel, 115 sales personnel, 560 technical personnel, 14 financial personnel, 29 management personnel, and 70 others [168]. - The company has established a major event reporting system for subsidiaries to enhance internal management control [186]. - The company has multiple executives holding positions in various affiliated companies, indicating a broad network of leadership [152]. Environmental Commitment - The company invested 1.79 million yuan in environmental protection during the reporting period [190]. - The company reduced carbon emissions by 41 tons through various energy-saving measures, including the use of reclaimed water and energy-efficient equipment upgrades [192]. - In 2023, the company plans to invest in a 1.92 MW solar power project to further optimize its energy structure [193].
快克智能(603203) - 2023 Q1 - 季度财报
2023-04-28 16:00
Financial Performance - Operating revenue for Q1 2023 was CNY 216,349,392.20, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.53%[5] - Net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 9.23% to CNY 55,056,692.62 compared to the same period last year[5] - Basic and diluted earnings per share were both CNY 0.22, down 12.00% from the previous year[5] - The company reported a net profit of CNY 51,490,244.97 for Q1 2023, compared to CNY 58,850,000.00 in Q1 2022, indicating a decline of 12.5%[17] - Total comprehensive income for Q1 2023 was CNY 55,275,201.72, compared to CNY 61,053,256.30 in Q1 2022, indicating a decrease of 9.7%[19] - Net profit for Q1 2023 was CNY 55,122,800.87, a decrease of 9.4% compared to CNY 61,167,683.86 in Q1 2022[18] - Operating profit for Q1 2023 was CNY 62,040,711.94, down from CNY 69,885,809.42 in the same period last year, reflecting a decline of 12.5%[18] Cash Flow and Management - Net cash flow from operating activities fell by 37.72% to CNY 58,503,647.53, indicating strong cash management capabilities despite a high base from the previous period[8] - Cash flow from operating activities in Q1 2023 was CNY 58,503,647.53, down 37.7% from CNY 93,929,403.91 in Q1 2022[22] - Investment activities generated a net cash flow of CNY 164,821,688.53 in Q1 2023, a significant improvement compared to a net outflow of CNY 65,773,725.13 in Q1 2022[22] - Cash and cash equivalents were CNY 519,253,673.45 as of March 31, 2023, down from CNY 577,658,468.06 at the end of 2022, a decrease of 10.1%[14] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of Q1 2023 increased to CNY 492,098,567.30, up from CNY 282,574,841.10 at the end of Q1 2022, representing a growth of 74.0%[23] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were CNY 1,912,743,291.32, an increase of 1.86% from the end of the previous year[6] - The total assets as of March 31, 2023, were CNY 1,912,743,291.32, an increase from CNY 1,877,848,184.05 at the end of 2022[17] - The total liabilities as of March 31, 2023, were CNY 421,074,347.05, a decrease from CNY 447,895,887.52 at the end of 2022, reflecting a reduction of 6.0%[16] - Total liabilities reached approximately $447.90 million, with current liabilities at $426.98 million and non-current liabilities at $20.92 million[26] - The company holds $96.64 million in goodwill and $20.50 million in intangible assets[25] Shareholder Information - Shareholder equity attributable to the parent company increased by 4.40% to CNY 1,463,780,165.04[6] - The total number of common shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 8,772[10] - The top ten shareholders held a combined 92.53% of the company's shares, with the largest shareholder owning 30.09%[10] - Total equity attributable to shareholders is approximately $1.40 billion, with minority interests of $27.82 million[26] Expenses and Investments - Total operating costs for Q1 2023 were CNY 164,859,147.23, up from CNY 146,896,515.96 in Q1 2022, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 12.2%[17] - Research and development expenses in Q1 2023 amounted to CNY 28,606,172.97, compared to CNY 22,978,554.52 in Q1 2022, indicating a growth of 24.5%[17] - The company reported a decrease in operating expenses, with cash paid for goods and services amounting to CNY 97,767,800.34, down from CNY 121,316,165.25 in the previous year[22] - The company experienced a tax expense of CNY 6,920,423.81 in Q1 2023, compared to CNY 8,903,181.70 in Q1 2022, indicating a reduction of 22.3%[18] Future Outlook - The company plans to continue investing in new product development and market expansion strategies in the upcoming quarters[17]
快克智能(603203) - 2022 Q3 - 季度财报
2022-10-30 16:00
Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q3 2022 was ¥235,466,622.13, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.15%[7]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders for Q3 2022 was ¥80,868,075.25, with a slight increase of 2.64% compared to the same period last year[7]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was ¥75,222,248.23, reflecting a growth of 9.90% year-on-year[7]. - Total operating revenue for the first three quarters of 2022 reached ¥663,412,633.04, an increase of 17.8% compared to ¥563,094,341.27 in the same period of 2021[39]. - The total profit amount is 251,697,331.64 RMB, up from 238,332,870.16 RMB, indicating a growth of approximately 1.53%[42]. - The operating profit stands at 251,338,480.19 RMB, compared to 238,115,063.87 RMB in the previous period, showing an increase of about 5.18%[42]. - The total comprehensive income for the current period is 222,291,368.72 RMB, compared to 220,307,302.34 RMB in the previous period, indicating a growth of about 0.9%[44]. Earnings and Profitability - The basic and diluted earnings per share for Q3 2022 were both ¥0.33, a decrease of ¥1.11 compared to the same period last year[10]. - The weighted average return on equity for Q3 2022 was 6.44%, down by 0.19 percentage points from the previous year[10]. - The basic earnings per share (EPS) is 0.89 RMB, slightly down from 0.90 RMB in the previous period[44]. - The company recognized share-based payment expenses of ¥40,294,800 for the incentive plan, which, when excluded, resulted in a net profit growth of 15.95% year-on-year[11]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of Q3 2022 amounted to ¥1,828,163,572.65, an increase of 9.69% compared to the end of the previous year[10]. - The company's total assets increased to ¥1,828,163,572.65 from ¥1,666,591,276.99, marking a growth of 9.7%[39]. - Total liabilities rose to ¥473,972,615.51, compared to ¥372,037,375.79, representing a year-on-year increase of 27.4%[39]. - The equity attributable to shareholders at the end of Q3 2022 was ¥1,326,653,873.34, up by 2.97% from the end of the previous year[10]. - The company's equity attributable to shareholders reached ¥1,326,653,873.34, up from ¥1,288,337,335.90, reflecting a growth of 3.0%[39]. Cash Flow and Investments - The net cash flow from operating activities for the year-to-date was ¥197,697,102.75, showing a significant increase of 119.52%[10]. - The cash flow from operating activities is 197,697,102.75 RMB, significantly higher than 90,057,522.12 RMB from the previous period, marking an increase of approximately 119.8%[47]. - The cash inflow from investment activities is 1,529,673,473.47 RMB, compared to 1,583,584,151.45 RMB in the previous period, showing a decrease of about 3.4%[47]. - The cash outflow from financing activities totals 260,807,947.43 RMB, compared to 134,970,931.49 RMB in the previous period, indicating an increase of approximately 93.2%[49]. Government Support and Subsidies - The company received government subsidies amounting to ¥5,318,791.60 during the reporting period, contributing positively to the financial results[12]. Acquisitions and Subsidiaries - The company completed the acquisition of Changzhou Yirui Automation Equipment Co., Ltd., acquiring a 50.10% stake after a capital increase of RMB 270.74 million[23]. - A new wholly-owned subsidiary, QUICK TECHNOLOGY VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED, was established in August 2022 with a registered capital of USD 500,000 to engage in mechanical and industrial equipment installation and maintenance[25]. - The registered capital of Yirui after the acquisition is RMB 9,156,000, focusing on the R&D, design, manufacturing, and sales of electromechanical automation equipment[24]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares held by the top ten shareholders includes 75,109,298 shares held by Changzhou Fuyun Investment Consulting Co., Ltd.[22]. - The company has not identified any related party relationships among its shareholders, except for those explicitly stated[21]. Inventory and Receivables - The company’s accounts receivable increased to RMB 264,746,975.92 from RMB 217,833,454.14, reflecting a growth of about 21.5% year-over-year[30]. - Inventory increased to ¥231,077,242.66 from ¥172,667,459.87, showing a rise of 33.8%[39]. - The company reported a prepayment amount of RMB 7,997,293.87, significantly up from RMB 2,999,146.78, indicating a growth of about 166.5%[30]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses amounted to ¥82,543,352.79, significantly higher than ¥37,918,986.76 in the previous year, indicating a growth of 117.0%[39].
快克智能(603203) - 2022 Q2 - 季度财报
2022-08-29 16:00
Financial Performance - The company reported a total revenue of 500 million CNY for the first half of 2022, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period last year[2]. - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 was CNY 427,946,010.91, representing a 21.19% increase compared to CNY 353,133,696.38 in the same period last year[28]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was CNY 140,237,151.31, a slight decrease of 1.01% from CNY 141,666,055.05 in the previous year[28]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was CNY 119,671,693.95, which is a 4.34% increase from CNY 114,693,233.75 in the same period last year[28]. - The net cash flow generated from operating activities was CNY 172,551,265.54, showing a significant increase of 155.75% compared to CNY 67,467,518.97 in the previous year[28]. - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were CNY 1,633,796,795.99, a decrease of 1.97% from CNY 1,666,591,276.99 at the end of the previous year[28]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company were CNY 1,210,882,254.06, reflecting a decrease of 6.01% from CNY 1,288,337,335.90 at the end of the previous year[28]. - Basic earnings per share for the reporting period (1-6 months) is CNY 0.56, a decrease of 3.45% compared to the same period last year[31]. - The weighted average return on equity decreased by 1.20 percentage points to 10.55% compared to the same period last year[31]. - The company achieved operating revenue of 427.94 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 21.19%, with a comprehensive gross margin of 52.14%[58]. Research and Development - Investment in R&D increased by 25% year-on-year, focusing on automation technologies and smart equipment[2]. - The company's R&D expenses surged by 149.69% to approximately 52.51 million, compared to 21.03 million in the previous year[73]. - The company emphasizes technological innovation, with self-developed systems and modules in motion control and visual algorithms, creating a competitive edge in the market[51]. - The company has developed a range of products including machine vision process equipment and precision welding assembly equipment, targeting the growth in the new energy vehicle and semiconductor sectors[40]. Market Expansion and Strategy - The company expects a revenue growth forecast of 10% for the second half of 2022, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[2]. - The company plans to expand its market presence in Southeast Asia, targeting a 30% increase in market share by the end of 2023[2]. - A new product line in smart soldering equipment is set to launch in Q3 2022, anticipated to contribute an additional 50 million CNY in revenue[2]. - The marketing strategy includes a 7*24 hour response mechanism to enhance customer satisfaction and a focus on common application scenarios to drive product development[52]. - Market expansion plans include entering three new international markets by Q4 2022, which is anticipated to increase market share by 10%[134]. Risks and Challenges - The management highlighted potential risks including market volatility and supply chain disruptions, which could impact future performance[2]. - Risks include intensified market competition, with measures to enhance technical talent and service capabilities[93]. - The company faces potential risks from accounts receivable and inventory impairment, with strategies to strengthen credit management and supply chain oversight[98][99]. - The company is exposed to foreign exchange risks due to international operations, implementing cash management and hedging strategies to mitigate potential losses[100]. Shareholder and Capital Information - No profit distribution plan was proposed for the reporting period, as the company aims to reinvest earnings into growth initiatives[2]. - The company distributed a cash dividend of 13.00 CNY per 10 shares and increased capital by 3 shares for every 10 shares held, effective June 13, 2022[155]. - The total number of shares increased from 190,883,044 to 248,147,953, reflecting a significant capital increase[154]. - The company's net asset per share decreased by 23.10% from 6.45 CNY to 4.96 CNY after the share changes[156]. - The company implemented a capital reserve increase of 57,264,913 shares during the reporting period[156]. Environmental Commitment - The company has not faced any administrative penalties due to environmental issues during the reporting period, adhering strictly to environmental protection laws[119]. - The company is committed to environmental protection, enhancing management plans, and investing in environmental initiatives to reduce waste and improve resource utilization[120]. - Measures taken to reduce carbon emissions include increasing greenery coverage, retrofitting old equipment for energy efficiency, and replacing high-energy-consuming processes[121].