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Latest news and analysis about investments that align with the principles of environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) investing.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
The Community Chest 55th Anniversary Walk for Millions at Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge in January 2024. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Community Chest says donations slide amid cracks in economy

HSBC, Cigna are among companies pledging to raise their contributions to social welfare causes next year.

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Insurance

Hong Kong to host annual meeting of global insurance regulators in 2026

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong bus firms need urgent help to buy zero-emission fleets: think tank

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Climate change

Opinion | Southeast Asia’s energy transition is lacking both finance and policy

The bulk of funds needed will have to come from private finance, which requires a conducive environment that regulatory policy can create.

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Climate activists protest at the Cop 29 UN climate change conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, on November 23. Photo: EPA-EFE
Business of climate change

Jane Goodall: all Hongkongers need to work together to promote biodiversity

‘We have five years to get together and try and slow down these horrific harms that we’ve done to the planet,’ primatologist says.

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Business of climate change

Towngas open to making sustainable jet fuel near Hong Kong

Hong Kong government is expected to announce a target for sustainable aviation fuel by 2025.

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Banking & finance

‘Money in motion’ as top financiers discuss diversification at Hong Kong summit

The Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit will be back for a fourth year next November, HKMA CEO Eddie Yue says.

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Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivers his keynote speech at the Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit on Wednesday. Photo: Handout from ISD
Business of climate change

HSBC, Cathay Pacific, EcoCeres sign Hong Kong sustainable aviation fuel pact

Deal eliminates emissions equal to 10,000 round-trip flights between Hong Kong and London, lender says.

Business of climate change

Hong Kong start-up develops AI-powered smart bin to tackle recycling

Green AI’s smart collection bin can sort waste into four categories – plastic bottles , aluminium cans, drinks cartons and general refuse.

Business of climate change

Hong Kong EV insurance costs to fall, but third-party liability may remain high

Insurance premiums are set to fall as EV prices decline, but third-party liability coverage to remain high due to accident rates and repair costs.

Comprehensive motor insurance covers third-party liabilities and medical expenses of the insured in an accident. Photo: Jelly Tse
Business of climate change

Why Chinese solar producers are not worried about Trump tariffs

Chinese firms to prepare for worst-case scenario of Trump slapping tariffs on shipments from their bases in Southeast Asia.

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An employee works on solar photovoltaic modules for export at a factory in Sihong in eastern China’s Jiangsu province in September 2024. Photo: AFP
Business of climate change

Cathay Pacific: sustainable jet fuel needs Hong Kong government push

‘If we leave it to the market, every company will wait for their competitors to make the first move,’ says airline’s sustainability manager.

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Business of climate change

Swiss unicorn makes green investment pitch to Hong Kong investors

Climeworks, the builder of the world’s largest carbon capture plant, is seeking investors for ambitious multibillion-dollar ventures.

Business of climate change

Asian firms aim to attain dual goals of profitability and environment protection

Despite the impact of climate change, many regional companies do not know how to derive value from sustainability, a survey shows.

Solar panels installed at Kusu Island in Singapore. Photo: Shutterstock
Banking & finance

Inclusive policies, flexible work rules spur gender diversity, Saudi summit told

Speakers at HERizon Summit in Riyadh included HSBC ex-CEO Noel Quinn, former HKEX chairman Laura Cha.

Noel Quinn, former HSBC CEO. Photo: Associated Press
Business of climate change

How Foshan’s hydrogen fuel network can solve Hong Kong’s clean transport woes

Hong Kong can boost its hydrogen economy by leveraging Foshan’s cheaper hydrogen and refuelling infrastructure, says H2 Solution’s CEO.

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Business of climate change

China Resources Power shares dive 5.8% after US$927 million placement

Meanwhile, rival China Longyuan Power gains after deal to buy wind-farm assets from controlling stakeholder.

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Business of climate change

Carbon footprints: Hong Kong luxury carpet maker takes sustainability steps

Tai Ping, which makes carpets costing up to US$5,000 per square metre, responds to demand for eco-friendly materials, practices.

Artisans produce custom hand-crafted carpets at Tai Ping’s workshop in Xiamen, in southeast China’s Fujian province. Photo: Handout
Business of climate change

InnoTech Forum: Hong Kong officials must do more to nurture hydrogen energy

The government should streamline approvals for more projects and offer more financial support, speakers at InvestHK’s forum said.

Family offices

Hong Kong tycoon Peter Lee looks for good karma in green investments

The Towngas chairman and devout Buddhist hopes to create a more sustainable future through his family office investments.

Business of climate change

Hong Kong’s aviation future hinges on sustainable fuel policies, experts say

The industry is awaiting Chief Executive John Lee’s policy address, with experts saying investment in SAF is vital for Hong Kong to maintain aviation hub status.

About 80 per cent of sustainable aviation fuel globally is produced in North America and Europe. Photo: Shutterstock
Business of climate change

In electric buses as with EVs, it’s China versus rest of the world

As China’s market matures, exports hold the key to future profitability for Yutong, Foton and peers in rivalry with European electric-bus producers.

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong’s Vitasoy sees young talent as key ingredient in sustainability push

“We are at the beginning of the journey and we need help,” CEO Roberto Guidetti says as company works on climate-transition goals.

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Business of climate change

IEA: China leads world in green hydrogen equipment making

IEA: China accounts for 40 per cent of all new low-emission hydrogen production projects that got the financial green light in the past year.

Business of climate change

Asian companies face reputation risk as tougher EU sustainability rules kick in

New EU rules take sustainability reporting to unprecedented levels, Deloitte says, allowing well-prepared companies to build an advantage.

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A rider on a public hire electric scooter in a cycle lane in Paris in April 2024. Photo: Bloomberg
Business of climate change

China’s world-leading electric-bus maker Yutong touts new tech as exports grow

With quick-charge batteries from CATL, firm aims to extend driving range by 10 per cent while cutting operating cost by 20 per cent.

Yutong Bus showcases new versions of its electric busses at Australia’s National Bus and Coach show in Brisbane on September 17, 2024. Photo: Eric Ng
Business of climate change

Syngenta targets expansion in China to help boost food security, sustainability

Company aims to expand service centre network to 1,000 by 2028 from around 600 currently in an effort to educate more farmers.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong, Dubai to boost efforts on sustainable finance as climate risk mount

Global climate finance must increase by at least sixfold to US$8.5 trillion annually through 2030 to prevent global warming, a US non-profit says.

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