Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-06-08 02:57Core Viewpoint - The gold industry in A-shares has seen a significant increase in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, with a disclosure rate of 54.55%, but there remains considerable room for improvement in both reporting and performance [1][2]. Group 1: ESG Reporting and Disclosure - Among the 11 listed companies in the A-share gold industry, 6 have disclosed ESG-related reports, achieving a disclosure rate of 54.55% [2]. - Of the companies that disclosed ESG reports, 5 referenced the guidelines from the three major stock exchanges for their reporting framework [2]. - The carbon emissions data disclosure is incomplete, with only 4 out of the 6 companies providing information on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, and only 2 companies disclosing Scope 3 emissions data [2][5]. Group 2: Industry Practices and Challenges - The overall ESG performance varies significantly among companies, with leading firms showing better results due to higher internationalization [2][4]. - Some companies have not included significant controversy events in their ESG reports, indicating a lack of balance in reporting [5]. - Specific incidents, such as consumer disputes and compliance issues, were not addressed in the respective companies' ESG reports, highlighting a gap in transparency [5]. Group 3: Green Mining Initiatives - Companies like Shandong Gold and Zijin Mining have made progress in green mining, with multiple certifications for national and provincial green mines [4]. - However, some companies, such as Zhongjin Gold, provided minimal details regarding their green mining initiatives, reflecting disparities in ESG practices within the industry [4].