新型电力系统发展（崇礼）论坛“第二届国际能源可持续发展（ESG）论坛”成功举办

Core Viewpoint - The second International Energy Sustainable Development (ESG) Forum emphasizes the importance of ESG in the energy sector, highlighting it as a necessary investment and a collective responsibility across the entire value chain [1][5][7]. Group 1: Industry Standards and Guidelines - The Energy Research Association has initiated the development of industry standards for environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance disclosure in the energy sector, with the first standard expected to be implemented by the National Energy Administration in July 2024 [3]. - Another industry standard for evaluating green financing entities in the energy sector was officially launched on September 5, 2023, aimed at assessing energy companies and financial institutions involved in green low-carbon transitions [3]. Group 2: Renewable Energy and ESG Integration - The forum highlighted the significant growth in renewable energy capacity in Zhangjiakou, surpassing 43 million kilowatts, demonstrating that ESG is not optional but essential for sustainable development [5]. - The integration of a new power system and ESG principles is viewed as a dual pillar driving energy sustainability, with the new power system serving as a core engine for sustainable development [9]. Group 3: Reports and Research Findings - The "Belt and Road Energy Power Development Report (2025)" was released, providing a comprehensive analysis of energy development across Asia, Europe, Africa, and America, filling a gap in international energy cooperation research [10]. - The "ESG System Construction Research in the Power Industry" report outlines the current state and challenges of ESG development in the power sector, offering policy recommendations to foster a collaborative governance framework [10]. Group 4: Financial Innovations and Case Studies - A report on sustainable development (ESG) evaluation for Chinese energy listed companies was published, assessing 632 companies based on a comprehensive set of quantitative and qualitative indicators [12]. - Twelve projects were recognized as typical cases of sustainable financial innovation, including initiatives supporting green transformation and renewable energy development [14]. Group 5: Knowledge Exchange and Collaboration - A roundtable discussion featured experts from various organizations sharing insights on energy sustainability and ESG investment, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in achieving energy transition and sustainable development [15].