The Times Australia
Fisher and Paykel Appliances
News From Asia

.

ESG Achievement Awards 2023/2024 Winners Presented

Practices in Sustainable Development Highlighted and Pioneers Commended

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 September 2024 - Founded by the Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) and co-organised by the Institute of Financial Technologists of Asia (IFTA), the ESG Achievement Awards 2023/2024 (Awards) held its Presentation Ceremony cum Luncheon at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong today.
Continuously supported by the ESG Data Partner Hang Seng Indexes Limited (HSIL), this year's Awards celebrate the exceptional contributions of 25 organisations and individuals in advancing sustainable development, fulfilling social responsibilities, and exemplifying outstandIing corporate governance across nine award categories.

ESG Achievement Awards has walked through its fourth edition this year, having earned public recognition, with keen participation from businesses and organisations from a broad spectrum of disciplines and sizes covering listed companies, non-listed companies and non-government/profit organisations. Notably, this year's Awards have received generous support from its ESG Data Partner, Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited. The theme of this year's Awards, "Driving Positive Change: Innovations in Sustainable Practices and Responsible Risk Management," highlights the vital role of innovative strategies in addressing contemporary challenges. By recognising these efforts, the Awards aim to inspire a collective commitment to creating a more sustainable future for businesses and communities alike. As the industry leaders are increasingly prioritising the assessment of issues' influence on financial performance, reputation, risk exposure, and corporate value, the Awards have acknowledged the organisations that approach environmental and social risks with creative thinking, curiosity, and strategic acumen, while considering diverse stakeholder perspectives, to be better equipped to navigate the challenges posed by ESG issues.

The Guest of Honour, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Joseph H. L. Chan, JP shared in his welcome speech, "As Asia's leading financial centre, Hong Kong is well positioned to channel investment to green transformation of the economy in China, Asia, and beyond. The Hong Kong SAR government is committed to working closely to all our partners and stakeholders to drive the green transformation of our economy and tackle the challenge of climate change. At the same time, we will continue strengthen Hong Kong's position as a leading internation green sustainable financial centre."

Mr Paul Pong, Co-founder of IESGB said, "This year, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment in the global ESG landscape. The focus and theme of this year's Awards, 'Driving Positive Change: Innovations in Sustainable Practices and Responsible Risk Management,' encapsulate the ethos of organisations and professionals who act as catalysts for positive transformation through their sustainable practices. Let us remember that the achievements we celebrate are not just individual or corporate milestones but significant contributions to a collective journey towards sustainability."

Mr Vincent Pang, Chairman of the Awards' Jury Panel mentioned, "Businesses are focusing on how issues affect their performance. In Hong Kong, companies are using advanced technologies to support ESG innovation. Organisations that tackle environmental and social challenges will be well prepared. This year's theme, "Driving Positive Change," highlights our important work in sustainability."

This year's awards are honored to award two honorary awards. The winner of the Honorary ESG Pioneering Organisation Award is the Hong Kong Women's Foundation, and the winner of the Honorary ESG Iconic Star Award is Dr. Christina Dean. Selected by IESGB, The Women's Foundation has significantly empowered women and girls in Hong Kong through impactful initiatives like the " Mentoring Programme for Women Leaders," equipping over 1,500 individuals with essential skills in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Meanwhile, Dr. Christina Dean, founder of the NGO, Redress & The R Collective, has emerged as a trailblazer in sustainable fashion over the past 17 years, advocating for a green, low-impact lifestyle and promoting circularity in the fashion industry. Together, these leaders drive positive change through innovative sustainable practices and responsible risk management, inspiring communities to tackle social and environmental challenges for a more equitable future.

IESGB is devoted to driving and innovating the delivery of ESG commitment by businesses and stakeholders. This annual awards program serves as a platform for leaders and industry professionals from various industries to establish themselves as frontiers, as well as achieve compelling ESG results through the exchange of experience and practices. IESGB looks forward to more participation from businesses in the next edition and will work with corporates and NGOs to promote ESG in the community.

Results of the ESG Achievement Awards 2023/2024: (Sort alphabetically by organization or individual)

Honorary ESG Pioneering Organisation Award
The Women's Foundation
Winner
Honorary ESG Iconic Star Award
Dr. Christina Dean
Redress & The R Collective
Winner
Outstanding Sustainability Dividend Award
Kerry Logistics Network Limited
Winner
Sino Land Company Limited
Winner
Yau Lee Holdings Limited
Winner
ESG Benchmark Awards
Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Diamond
Kerry Properties Limited
Diamond
Sino Land Company Limited
Diamond
Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited
Silver
Kerry Logistics Network Limited
Silver
Techtronic Industries Company Limited
Silver
ESG Benchmark Awards
Outstanding Performance in Environmental Responsibility
Sino Land Company Limited
Winner
Outstanding Performance in Social Responsibility
Kerry Properties Limited
Winner
Outstanding Performance in Corporate Governance
Sino Land Company Limited
Winner
Outstanding ESG Awards (Listed Company)
Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Diamond
Canvest Environmental Protection Group Company Limited
Platinum
China Overseas Grand Oceans Group Ltd.
Platinum
KE Holdings Inc.
Platinum
Tam Jai International Co. Limited
Platinum
Beijing Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine Company Limited
Gold
Far East Consortium International Limited
Gold
North Asia Strategic Holdings Limited
Gold
Qilu Expressway Company Limited
Gold
Yau Lee Holdings Limited
Gold
Outstanding ESG Awards (Non-Listed Company)
Chinachem Group
Diamond
Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited
Gold
Crown Gas Stoves (Holdings) Company Limited
Gold
Outstanding ESG Awards (NGO/NPO)
Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
Platinum
Ocean Park Hong Kong
Platinum
The Harbour School
Platinum
Outstanding ESG Product and Service Awards
Sun Life Asset Management (HK) Limited
Merit
Criteria set by Fund Managers-Distinguished ESG Company Awards
Canvest Environmental Protection Group Company Limited
Distinction
Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Distinction
Sino Land Company Limited
Distinction
Best Sustainable Vision Awards
Chinachem Group
Distinction
Sino Land Company Limited
Distinction
Far East Consortium International Limited
Merit
ESG Learning and Development Awards
Sino Land Company Limited
Distinction
ESG Innovative Project Award s
Sino Land Company Limited
Distinction
Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Merit
ESG Elite Award
Mr Alexander Otto Wassermann
Miramar Group
Merit


For more information on the ESG Achievement Awards 2023/2024, please visit www.iesgbawards.org.

For the Awards Presentation Ceremony images, please click HERE.


Hashtag: #InstituteofESG&Benchmark #IESGB

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About IESGB

Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) is a non-profit organisation. Its endeavors are to elevate stakeholders' awareness and knowledge towards Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in all industry sectors. By organising Environment, Social and Governance relevant training, events and providing Certified ESG courses, IESGB hopes to lead and strengthen the ESG standards and development across Hong Kong.

Active Wear

Times Magazine

Myer celebrates 70 years of Christmas windows magic with the LEGO Group

To mark the 70th anniversary of the Myer Christmas Windows, Australia’s favourite department store...

Kindness Tops the List: New Survey Reveals Australia’s Defining Value

Commentary from Kath Koschel, founder of Kindness Factory.  In a time where headlines are dominat...

In 2024, the climate crisis worsened in all ways. But we can still limit warming with bold action

Climate change has been on the world’s radar for decades[1]. Predictions made by scientists at...

End-of-Life Planning: Why Talking About Death With Family Makes Funeral Planning Easier

I spend a lot of time talking about death. Not in a morbid, gloomy way—but in the same way we d...

YepAI Joins Victoria's AI Trade Mission to Singapore for Big Data & AI World Asia 2025

YepAI, a Melbourne-based leader in enterprise artificial intelligence solutions, announced today...

Building a Strong Online Presence with Katoomba Web Design

Katoomba web design is more than just creating a website that looks good—it’s about building an onli...

The Times Features

Myer celebrates 70 years of Christmas windows magic with the LEGO Group

To mark the 70th anniversary of the Myer Christmas Windows, Australia’s favourite department store...

Pharmac wants to trim its controversial medicines waiting list – no list at all might be better

New Zealand’s drug-buying agency Pharmac is currently consulting[1] on a change to how it mana...

NRMA Partnership Unlocks Cinema and Hotel Discounts

My NRMA Rewards, one of Australia’s largest membership and benefits programs, has announced a ne...

Restaurants to visit in St Kilda and South Yarra

Here are six highly-recommended restaurants split between the seaside suburb of St Kilda and the...

The Year of Actually Doing It

There’s something about the week between Christmas and New Year’s that makes us all pause and re...

Jetstar to start flying Sunshine Coast to Singapore Via Bali With Prices Starting At $199

The Sunshine Coast is set to make history, with Jetstar today announcing the launch of direct fl...

Why Melbourne Families Are Choosing Custom Home Builders Over Volume Builders

Across Melbourne’s growing suburbs, families are re-evaluating how they build their dream homes...

Australian Startup Business Operators Should Make Connections with Asian Enterprises — That Is Where Their Future Lies

In the rapidly shifting global economy, Australian startups are increasingly finding that their ...

How early is too early’ for Hot Cross Buns to hit supermarket and bakery shelves

Every year, Australians find themselves in the middle of the nation’s most delicious dilemmas - ...