ESG Policies - The Central Committee and State Council of China issued an opinion to strengthen the national carbon market, aiming for comprehensive coverage of major industrial emission sectors by 2027 and full coverage of voluntary greenhouse gas reduction trading markets in key areas [1] ESG Investment - A new ESG green unicorn industry fund with a scale of 500 million RMB was launched, focusing on high-growth sectors such as intelligent manufacturing, AI, and new energy, utilizing diverse investment methods to support global development [2] - The Rongtong CSI Chengtong Central Enterprise ESG ETF Connect Fund was launched with a record issuance scale of 960 million RMB, indicating a significant increase in domestic investor recognition of sustainable investments [3] ESG Development - The National Energy Administration reported that renewable energy investments have become the dominant force in power investments, with over 80% of investment in key renewable energy projects expected in 2024, highlighting the acceleration of green energy transition in China's energy structure [4] - KPMG China noted that more companies are viewing ESG as a new engine for business growth, integrating it into core strategies rather than treating it as a compliance task, reflecting a significant evolution in corporate governance philosophy [5][6] ESG Actions - The chairman of China National Petroleum Corporation emphasized the need to advance the construction of large-scale renewable energy bases, focusing on diverse technologies such as geothermal, wind, and solar energy, showcasing the company's commitment to green transformation [7]
ESG一周丨中央发文加强全国碳市场建设;可再生能源投资已成我国电源投资绝对主力