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Vitasoy CEO Roberto Guidetti, photographed in the South China Morning Post office in Causeway Bay on September 24, 2024. Photo: Nathan Tsui

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.

“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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IEA: China leads world in green hydrogen equipment making

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

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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

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.

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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Hong Kong’s independent directors face a crossroads: stay or go?

Independent non-executive directors are in focus after the stock market operator proposed a limit on the number of seats they can hold.

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Illustration: Brian Wang

Nature-related disclosures inevitable as stakeholders demand actions: forum

In future, local companies may be asked by regulators about the impact of nature-related risks and opportunities on their operations.

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Southeast Asia, Middle East eye deeper business ties with Hong Kong

Belt and Road Summit: a deep talent pool and financial and legal acumen make the city an ideal partner for development in the two regions.

Hong Kong needs localised climate data to improve corporate disclosures, CPA body says

Hong Kong needs references for greenhouse gas emissions and projections for climate scenarios for listed companies, a standard setter said.

People viewed the skyline of Hong Kong Island from the West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: Bloomberg

Hong Kong has strengths to aid sustainability goals in mainland China: survey

Hong Kong can provide intellectual support in terms of talent and guidance on capital flows, according to a research report on sustainability trends.

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Cost pressures and talent deficit are among the biggest concerns highlighted by mainland Chinese companies in their sustainability drive.Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong has potential to become ESG hub for fashion sector: tycoon Victor Fung

The city has the opportunity to train people on implementing sustainability and ESG practices in the fashion industry, Li & Fung honorary chairman says.

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Opinion | How Hong Kong can be a climate change superconnector

The city can take a two-pronged approach, accelerating local decarbonisation while helping finance the climate transition across Asia.

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MioTech seeks more partnerships to broaden ESG data services, grow market share

Asia’s biggest ESG data provider aims to form more regional partnerships with ratings and verification firms to broaden its services, just as regulatory demands are toughening across the world.

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Regulations on ESG reporting and disclosure are tightening, fuelling demand for data and verification services. Photo: Shutterstock Images

Towngas enlists HSBC, vendors in its efforts to cut supply-chain emissions

Towngas will extend advance payments to suppliers with a lower interest rate through its tie-up with HSBC, provided they can meet the company’s ESG standards.

Towngas is taking efforts to reduce its supply chain emissions. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong companies resist HKEX plan to fix overboarding issue

Wong’s comments represent the strongest pushback by one of the city’s most powerful lobby groups against the HKEX as it collects public feedback until August 16 on its proposal to improve corporate governance.

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Climate change: German plastics firm in alliance to recycle parts in China

German plastic materials maker Covestro is stepping up efforts to collaborate with vehicle makers and recycling partners to reuse plastic car parts in China to reduce the carbon and resource footprint of its products.

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Letters | How the UN can spark corporate action on sustainable development goals

Readers discuss the need for clarity on what is expected of businesses in relation to the SDGs, and Chinese women’s indomitable spirit in the face of life’s challenges.

Employees work on solar photovoltaic modules that will be exported at a factory in Lianyungang, in China’s eastern Jiangsu province, on January 4. It would be helpful if the UN articulated exactly what is expected of companies as the world works towards the sustainable development goals. Photo: AFP

Sustainable lifestyle: most Hongkongers willing to fork out more to be green

More than half the respondents in a Hong Kong survey say consumer brands need to do more on sustainability issues, and are willing to pay higher prices for sustainable products.

Hong Kong raises US$3.2 billion via multicurrency green bond

Hong Kong’s government raised US$3.2 billion via green bonds denominated in US dollars, euros and offshore yuan in the city’s latest push to establish itself as a sustainable finance hub.

US energy management firm eyes data centres as China property dip hits profit

Johnson Controls International, which provides energy management products and services for buildings, said it will continue to invest in manufacturing facilities in China to meet demand from high-growth sectors like data centres.

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George Oliver, Global CEO and Chairman of Johnson Controls, photographed in Cyberport. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

Asia-Pacific firms more vigilant about investments amid geopolitics: Deloitte

Asia-Pacific companies are monitoring their portfolios more closely than before as pressure mounts due to geopolitical tensions and rifts in supply chains, according to a recent survey by Deloitte.

A Deloitte survey said geopolitical tensions and rifts in the global supply chains are forcing managers to act quickly to divest or quickly engage with partners that could create value. Photo: Shutterstock

DB Schenker joins Cathay’s programme that pledges to cut carbon emissions

Cathay Pacific and DB Schenker will promote the use of sustainable aviation fuel and have signed an agreement that will help cut more than 2,600 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.

Exclusive | A lithium giant is looking at Europe for a site to meet EV demand

The company is in talks with potential partners to co-invest in battery materials and battery production facilities in Europe, Frank Ha Chun-shing told the Post in an exclusive interview.

Hong Kong institute to launch sustainability governance academy

Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute (HKCGI) aims to promote sustainability-related advocacy, education and research.

Jardine House appears in reflection (left) among other office buildings in Hong Kong’s Central district on June 11, 2020. Photo: Dickson Lee

Hong Kong investors value firms with better sustainability disclosures: ASIFMA

Hong Kong-listed companies can improve their valuations by enhancing sustainability disclosures, according to industry lobby group Asia Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association.

A car charging port in Hong Kong which is hoping to draw new customers and take a step further towards sustainable practices.

The View | Financiers can be Hong Kong’s superpower in biodiversity ambitions

New-found interest of financial professionals and corporate leaders in conservation is welcome surprise as city updates biodiversity strategy.

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China limits approvals for coal-based iron and steel plants

All the steel projects approved by China in the first half of the year are based on electric arc furnaces, which are one-third as carbon-intensive as traditional coal-based facilities.

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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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