I. Background

In 2004, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) first introduced the concept of ESG investing, advocating for the consideration of environmental, social, and governance factors in investment decisions. The UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI) was launched in 2006, playing a pivotal role in shaping and defining the ESG concept. In the same year, Goldman Sachs released an ESG research report, integrating the concepts of "environment," "social," and "governance," marking the formal formation of the ESG concept.

The "ESG Awards for Excellence" is scheduled to be held concurrently with the Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum and Exhibition (MIECF) in 2025. The aim of this award is to recognize publicly listed companies that have demonstrated excellence in environmental, social, and governance practices, to promote corporate sustainability, enhance the brand influence of companies in the ESG field, and to foster exchange and cooperation among enterprises.

II. Event Introduction

The "ESG Awards for Excellence" will cover listed companies in Mainland China and Hong Kong, regardless of their size. Through a series of rigorous evaluation criteria, including future industries, green hotels, green energy, social responsibility and care, life and health, green finance, biodiversity, net-zero carbon economy, circular economy, and brand influence, the award will select outstanding companies in these areas. The evaluation process will involve a comprehensive research, interviews, review, and analysis conducted by a panel of experts from industry, academia, and research institutions to ensure the fairness and authority of the selection. It is expected that through a series of activities, not only can we recognize companies that have made outstanding contributions in the ESG field but also inspire more companies to join the ranks of sustainable development and contribute to achieving China's dual carbon goals. Companies that participate in this evaluation will have the opportunity to obtain a wealth of benefits such as brand empowerment, ecosystem building, and value-added services, expanding their influence in the sustainability field and achieving a win-win outcome for all parties.

III. Basic Information

○ Event Name: ESG Awards for Excellence

○ Date: March 27, 2025 (During the 2025 MIECF)

○ Location: Macau SAR

○ Scale: Approximately 150 participants

○ Target Audience: Government departments, industry associations, investment institutions, research institutes, ESG evaluation-related industry chain (platforms, service providers, landlords), and suppliers, agents, and purchasers of related products and services.

IV. Tentative Organizing Committee

Host Organizations: China Top 100 Listed Companies Summit Organizing Committee, Wharton Economics Research Institute, China Urban Development Foundation, Macau Green and Low-Carbon Industry Association

Supporting Organizations: Macau Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (Plan to invite), Macau Environmental Protection Bureau (Plan to invite), Macau Economic and Technological Development Bureau (Plan to invite), Monetary Authority of Macau (Plan to invite), ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability

Co-organizing Organizations: Low-Carbon Green Hotel Development Alliance, Shenzhen International Low-Carbon Development Research Institute, Macau Youth Entrepreneurship International Group, China (Macau) Financial Assets Exchange Co., Ltd., Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) (Plan to invite)

Project Coordinator: Macau Expo Group Co., Ltd.

V. Objectives

1. Showcase Strengths and Provide Authoritative Interpretations 

Invite ESG evaluation agency experts and consultants to provide in-depth interpretations of the core concepts of "sustainable development" and "ESG" for listed companies, including evaluation criteria and significance. Attract more listed companies and investors to pay attention to and understand the core content, encouraging evaluated companies and investment projects to place greater emphasis on contributions to promoting sustainable economic development and fulfilling social responsibilities.

2. Focus on Trends and Latest Achievements 

Invite experts in related fields to focus on cutting-edge topics such as "ESG realization" and "ESG investment," including future industries, green hotels, green energy, social responsibility and care, life and health, and green finance. Showcase cutting-edge technologies and application cases to enhance influence and drive radiation effects in sub-sectors.

3. Build a Sustainable Development Industry Ecosystem 

Strengthen cooperation and exchanges among upstream and downstream enterprises, research institutions, and investment institutions of A-share and H-share listed companies in China to promote resource integration and complementarity, form synergistic effects, and build a complete sustainable development industry ecosystem. Create a regional industry matrix to jointly promote the prosperous development of related industries.

4. Authoritative Evaluation 

Encourage domestic A-share and H-share listed companies to participate in the evaluation through multiple channels, expand the "evaluation pool," and promote the quality and brand effect of authoritative evaluation. Through the support of authoritative report data, accurately recognize authoritative representatives in various fields participating in the evaluation, expand the visibility and social impact of award-winning companies in both domestic and overseas markets, create a distinctive cluster of listed companies and corresponding brands, and open up a "new engine" for the development of related industries.

5. Expand Markets and Promote Mutually Beneficial Cooperation 

Build a high-efficiency business matchmaking platform to provide business negotiation opportunities for participants and promote precise matching and in-depth cooperation between supply and demand. Encourage enterprises to use the exhibition platform to find partners and explore new markets, especially for the development of listed companies and the incubation and training of prospective listed companies, expand the "circle of friends" and expand "partnerships."

VI. Agenda (Real-time update)

VII. Event Agenda

1. Select the ESG Awards for Excellence winners

Invite approximately 50 mainland Chinese and Hong Kong listed companies to participate (regardless of company size). Companies from various sectors such as green energy, future industries, green hotels, social responsibility and care, life and health, and green finance will be invited to participate. 15-20 awards will be comprehensively selected from various dimensions, and awards will be granted in conjunction with ESG evaluation analysis reports. Please refer to the award setting for details.

2. Opening Ceremony 

Invite leaders to attend the event to deliver speeches, officiate the ceremony, and take group photos. At least one host, one protocol officer, and three administrative staff will be provided to support the event.

3. Award Ceremony 

Award-winning companies will be recognized through award presentations and plaque issuances. Award introductions and company promotions will be conducted to enhance the brand awareness and industry influence of the award-winning companies.

4. Networking Dinner and Matchmaking 

Through a dinner, strengthen dialogue and exchange between companies, discover business opportunities, and achieve cooperation to promote resource sharing. Pre-set matching tables will be arranged based on company information, inviting relevant enterprises, associations, institutions, and think tanks for matchmaking and negotiations.

VIII. Award Categories for Reference

★ ESG Awards for Excellence: Focusing on future industries, green energy, social responsibility and care, life and health, green finance, biodiversity, net-zero carbon economy, circular economy, brand activism, and green hotels, this award recognizes listed companies that play a pioneering and leading role in these fields.

★ ESG Beautiful City Award: Recognizing cities with strong ESG comprehensive indicators, ESG-intensive cities, and circular economy belt cities.

★ ESG Special Award – Golden Lotus Award: Recognizing industry leaders or exemplary leading listed companies that play an outstanding leading role in the ESG comprehensive rating system of the Guangdong-Macau In-Depth Cooperation Zone.

For inquiries, please contact: +86-18165523297 (Mr. Feng)