Significant Earnings Growth
Operating earnings before fair value movements increased by 8% year-on-year to nearly HKD11 billion, with total earnings up by 76% to HKD11.7 billion.
Dividend Increase
The Board recommended a fourth interim dividend of HKD1.26 per share, bringing 2024's total dividend to HKD3.15 per share, an increase of 1.6% from HKD3.10 in the prior year.
Expansion in Renewable Projects
Major projects include the construction of CLP China's largest wind and solar projects to date, both 300 megawatts, and expanding EnergyAustralia's flexible portfolio with a 350-megawatt 4-hour wind battery.
Strong Performance in Australia
EnergyAustralia saw a turnaround from a loss in 2023 to more than HKD590 million operating earnings before fair value movement in 2024.
Operational Excellence
Major gas infrastructure completed in Hong Kong, paving the way for phasing down coal, and record generation achieved by Yangjiang nuclear in China.