Core Insights - The 2025 Huaxia ESG Management System Conference was held in Beijing, focusing on the theme of "co-development of concepts and practices" [2] - Liu Xuexin emphasized that the retreat of US ESG policies presents an opportunity for China to collaborate with the EU and other developed economies to overcome US-led green trade barriers [2][4] - Liu highlighted that ESG is not an imported concept but an intrinsic demand for China's economic development, aiming to enhance global competitiveness and influence [3] Summary by Sections ESG Policy Developments - The EU is leading in ESG implementation and sustainable development, with the introduction of the Omnibus Simplification Package aimed at adjusting existing ESG and supply chain legislation to enhance competitiveness and investment capacity [4] - There are differing opinions on the EU's new legislation, with some viewing it as a positive step for economic growth, while others see it as a regression in ESG regulation [4][5] - In contrast, the US has seen a rollback in ESG policies, with 37 states proposing 165 anti-ESG legislative measures, which undermines its international credibility on ESG issues [5] China's ESG Strategy - China has transitioned from a follower to a leader in ESG, leveraging the shifts in US and EU policies as opportunities for growth [7] - The country has established the largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system globally, contributing significantly to new green areas [7] - Liu outlined two strategies for China's future ESG development: building a unique ESG standard system and enhancing the ESG ecosystem, emphasizing the role of intermediary institutions in data collection and certification [8]
首都经济贸易大学可持续发展研究院院长柳学信：ESG理念将推动中国企业向经济发展新范式转变｜2025华夏ESG管理体系大会
Hua Xia Shi Bao·2025-09-20 13:32