Waterdrop(US:WDH) 智通财经网·2025-09-25 05:50Core Insights - Waterdrop Inc. released its 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, showcasing its achievements in governance, technological innovation, product responsibility, talent development, environmental protection, and sustainable ecology, maintaining an A rating in ESG performance [1][5] Group 1: Technological Innovation - The company has focused on AI technology innovation, with over 100 AI-related patents, enhancing user product experience [5][6] - Waterdrop's proprietary "Waterdrop Water Guardian Model" received algorithm filing approval from the National Cyberspace Administration in 2024, with 48 related patents filed by the end of 2024 [6] - The annual R&D investment reached 217 million yuan, aimed at providing professional and understandable insurance advice through AI [6] Group 2: Social Responsibility - Waterdrop has actively participated in social welfare, focusing on assistance for vulnerable groups, rural revitalization, education support, and emergency disaster relief [5][8] - The company has established 30 rural clinics in 2024, benefiting over 500,000 individuals, and has built a comprehensive service system covering insurance protection, major illness assistance, and pharmaceutical innovation [8] Group 3: Financial Contributions and Impact - Waterdrop's fundraising platform, Waterdrop Fundraising, has raised 67.5 billion yuan, aiding 3.4 million patients with serious illnesses [7] - The company has collaborated with local governments to provide medical assistance, with over 6,000 individuals helped through various initiatives, raising over 39 million yuan in Hainan alone [7] Group 4: Environmental Impact - The report disclosed greenhouse gas emissions data, with the company's operational emissions at 402.22 tons of CO2 equivalent, a 33.32% decrease year-on-year [8] - The ESG report was praised for its comprehensive content and detailed data, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainable business strategies and social responsibility [8]