Core Insights - The white goods industry in China is experiencing a significant shift towards sustainability, driven by consumer preferences for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly products [1][7] - ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting among listed white goods companies is improving, with an 80% disclosure rate, surpassing the A-share average of 45.7% [1][2] Group 1: ESG Reporting and Ratings - Among the 10 listed white goods companies, 8 have disclosed their 2024 ESG reports, indicating a strong commitment to transparency [1][2] - Companies like Haier, Hisense, and Midea have consistently received high ESG ratings (A or BBB), while some companies remain below CCC, highlighting disparities in ESG management practices [2][3] - The correlation between ESG disclosure levels and ratings suggests that comprehensive reporting enhances a company's ESG assessment [2][3] Group 2: Green Product Initiatives - The industry is witnessing a growing consumer demand for green products, with over 60% of consumers preferring energy-efficient appliances [7][8] - Companies are investing heavily in R&D for green innovations, with leading firms like Midea and Haier each spending over 10 billion yuan on R&D in 2024 [7][8] - The introduction of products with carbon footprint certifications is becoming more common, with Haier and Hisense reporting multiple certified models [8] Group 3: Waste Recycling and Management - The waste recycling system for old appliances is becoming more robust, with companies like Midea and Gree reporting significant volumes of recycled appliances [5][6] - Midea aims to recycle 50 million old appliances by 2030, while Haier and Gree have also set ambitious recycling targets [5][6] - The industry is enhancing its recycling capabilities through partnerships and improved collection services, contributing to resource reuse and environmental sustainability [4][6]

Group 1 - The construction investment and financing industry is facing significant challenges, including salary cuts and layoffs, leading many professionals to consider career transitions [2] - ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) has emerged as a crucial area for professionals in the construction investment and financing sector, providing opportunities for high-paying job offers [2][24] - The average annual salary for ESG professionals exceeds RMB 314,900, with a talent gap of at least 2.27 million in China [2] Group 2 - Recent policies from the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission emphasize the importance of improving ESG information disclosure quality among state-owned enterprises [3] - Professionals with ESG knowledge are highly sought after, making it a valuable skill for career advancement or transition [3] Group 3 - The establishment of dedicated ESG learning resource groups is facilitating access to the latest ESG information, reports, and expert resources across various industries [4][5] - The demand for ESG professionals is expected to grow significantly, with a projected increase in job openings and a focus on sustainable development [19][20] Group 4 - The introduction of new ESG policies by the Shanghai Stock Exchange aims for 100% coverage of ESG reports by listed companies by 2025, indicating a growing need for ESG expertise [8] - The integration of ESG principles into infrastructure investment projects is becoming increasingly important, with future public infrastructure REITs likely requiring ESG evaluations [9] Group 5 - The job market for ESG professionals is expanding rapidly, with a reported 60% year-on-year increase in new ESG positions and average salaries exceeding RMB 310,000 [20] - Various ESG roles have different average monthly salaries, with positions such as ESG Sustainable Development Officer earning over RMB 100,000 [21] Group 6 - The establishment of the Registered ESG Analyst certification in China is addressing the shortage of qualified ESG professionals, with a high pass rate and increasing interest in ESG training [31][38] - Companies are increasingly recognizing the value of ESG certifications, which enhance job seekers' profiles and improve their chances of securing positions in the ESG field [38]

6日，在2025年生态文明贵阳国际论坛"联合国可持续发展目标十年回顾与展望：全球发展倡议的国际贡 献"主题论坛现场，中国银河证券与国际金融论坛联合发布《全球可持续发展投资指数报告》，报告总 结了全球可持续发展投资的四大趋势。 国际金融论坛学术委员、中国银河证券首席经济学家、亚洲金融合作协会绿金委主任章俊在发布现场介 绍，自2015年联合国通过《2030年可持续发展议程》以来，全球围绕17项可持续发展目标（SDGs）开 展了多层次行动，目前已经历十年历程。从十年发展来看，各国在政策支撑、技术创新、能源结构变化 以及绿色产品等领域确有突破性进展，但相对来看，进程仍然较缓。 目前世界正处于"十年转型"的关键节点，全球经济、政治以及气候等均面临复杂的环境和全新的挑战。 当下全球价值链区域化重组和碎片化迹象明显，且全球正同时面临地缘政治风险的强化与政治格局的重 塑。ESG反对声浪叠加主权债务压力或扩大绿色资金缺口，也在逐步加剧气候风险。各国亟需加强共同 协作，做出必要的根本性转变。 在全球可持续发展成为共识的背景下，中国银河证券与国际金融论坛共同启动了"全球可持续发展研究 项目"，为更好地评估全球及各地区可持续承载能力 ...

Core Insights - The report highlights significant global ESG developments, including the approval of $5.2 billion in funding for 16 sustainable development projects across 10 countries by the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean [2][17] - The European Union and the European Investment Bank launched a €5 billion flexible guarantee to promote clean energy and green infrastructure projects [2][6] - Google signed the largest fusion energy agreement in corporate history, supporting the development of commercial fusion technology [2][20] Global ESG Developments - In carbon neutrality, the European Commission proposed tax incentives to accelerate the transition to clean industries, while JPMorgan's Kinexys is piloting blockchain applications in carbon markets [2][6] - Nokia secured a €1.5 billion credit line linked to its emissions reduction targets, demonstrating corporate governance advancements [2][6] - The European Climate Law was amended to include carbon credit quotas in the 2040 emissions targets, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to 1990 levels [8] Domestic ESG Developments - The implementation of the "Management Measures for Information Disclosure of Listed Companies" aims to standardize disclosure requirements for listed companies in China [21] - China's clean energy investment continues to grow, with solar and wind power installations leading globally for ten consecutive years [21] - The green finance reform innovation conference in Huzhou, Zhejiang, released a report indicating that the contribution of green finance to China's GDP is expected to rise to 4.01% by 2030 [21] Academic Frontiers - Research published in the Journal of Environmental Management found that green public procurement significantly enhances corporate ESG performance [4] - A study in Applied Economics Letters indicated that green inventor CEOs notably improve corporate ESG performance, particularly in environmental and governance dimensions [4] - Financial inclusion and development were found to positively impact ESG readiness in low- and middle-income countries, according to a study in the International Journal of Financial Studies [4]

Core Insights - The article discusses the performance of ESG mutual funds, highlighting that all funds listed in the latest ESG mutual fund weekly ranking experienced gains during the observation period from June 30 to July 4, with an average return of 3.64% for actively managed ESG funds and 2.53% for index funds [1] - Among pure ESG theme funds, index funds outperformed actively managed funds, achieving an average return of 1.84% compared to 1.57% for the latter [1] Fund Performance Summary - The top-performing ESG mutual funds for the week include: - Anxin New Energy Theme A with a weekly return of 5.55% and a net value of 0.728 yuan [2] - HSBC Jintrust Low Carbon Pioneer A with a weekly return of 4.59% and a net value of 2.2296 yuan [2] - Rongtong New Energy A with a weekly return of 4.25% and a net value of 1.841 yuan [2] - The performance of actively managed ESG funds shows that: - Jiashi ESG Sustainable Investment A led with a weekly return of 3.52% and a net value of 1.0533 yuan [5] - Huabao Sustainable Development Theme A followed with a return of 2.01% [5] - For index-based ESG funds, the top performers include: - Fuguo CSI 300 ESG Benchmark ETF with a weekly return of 3.04% and a net value of 0.8575 yuan [8] - Yingda CSI ESG 120 Strategy A with a return of 1.77% [8] Fund Classification and Methodology - The ESG mutual funds are categorized into two main types: ESG theme funds and broad ESG theme funds, further divided into actively managed and index funds [12] - The weekly ranking includes a total of four categories: ESG theme active funds, ESG theme index funds, broad ESG theme active funds, and broad ESG theme index funds [12]

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Domestic Highlights - Xiamen has launched the "ESG Report Verification Cost Compensation Insurance," aiming to enhance ESG disclosure and verification coverage in the region[12] - The Xiamen Free Trade Zone has introduced 632 innovative measures, with 153 being national firsts, to promote ESG standards and practices[12] International Developments - The European Commission proposed amendments to the European Climate Law, targeting a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels[3] - The proposal includes mechanisms like carbon credit allowances to alleviate pressures in achieving these reduction targets[3] ESG Financial Products Tracking - As of July 5, 2025, China has issued 3,605 ESG bonds, with a total outstanding amount of 5.52 trillion RMB, where green bonds account for 61.53% of the total[22] - In the past month, 41 ESG bonds were issued, raising 39.8 billion RMB, while the total issuance over the past year reached 1,007 bonds worth 1.1758 trillion RMB[22] Public Fund Insights - The market has 902 existing ESG products, with a total net asset value of 1,055.066 billion RMB, where ESG strategy products represent 52.98% of the total[34] - No new ESG public funds were issued in the past month, but 236 funds were launched in the last year, totaling 170.639 billion units[34] Banking Wealth Management - There are 965 existing ESG products in the banking sector, with pure ESG products making up 55.85% of the total[40] - In the last month, 12 new ESG products were issued, primarily focused on pure ESG and environmental protection[40] Index Performance - As of July 4, 2025, major ESG indices, except for the Wind All A Sustainable ESG, outperformed the market, with the 300 ESG Leading Index showing the highest increase of 1.87%[41] - Over the past year, the Huazheng ESG Leading Index had the largest growth at 17.59%, while the Shenzhen ESG 300 Index increased by 13.3%[41] Expert Opinions - UNEP FI's Butch Bacani emphasized the insurance industry's role in managing climate-related risks and supporting sustainable industrial transitions[8] - The need for a comprehensive asset-liability perspective was highlighted to align insurance and investment efforts towards building resilient and carbon-neutral communities[8] Risk Factors - Potential risks include slower-than-expected ESG development, delays in the dual carbon strategy, and insufficient policy advancements[43]

Group 1 - The company Weiwan Sealing scored 57.81 in the E dimension, rated C, ranking 234 out of 490 in the industry [2] - In the S dimension, the company scored 78.49, rated BB [2] - The S dimension of ESG focuses on how companies treat employees, suppliers, customers, communities, and society, including labor rights, diversity and inclusion, community engagement, safety, and health [2] Group 2 - Huazheng Index Information Service Co., Ltd. specializes in index and index investment services, authorized to compile indices for Shanghai Stock Exchange, Shenzhen Stock Exchange, and Hong Kong Stock Exchange [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that Xianheng International (605056.SH) received an A rating in the latest ESG assessment by Huazheng Index, although its ranking among 490 companies in the mechanical manufacturing sector dropped from 20th to 60th [1][3] Group 2 - Xianheng International's scores in the ESG assessment are as follows: E score of 69.24 with a rating of CCC, ranking 107th; S score of 87.58 with a rating of A, ranking 50th; G score of 89.05 with a rating of A, ranking 9th among 490 companies [3] - The ESG report disclosure rate among A-share companies has increased, with 2,469 companies publishing ESG-related reports for the 2024 fiscal year, representing a disclosure rate of 45.6%, an increase from the previous year [4]

Financial Performance - SQM's Last Twelve Months (LTM) revenues reached US$4.5 billion[6] - The company's LTM Adjusted EBITDA stood at US$1.4 billion[6] - SQM's LTM Adjusted EBITDA Margin was 32%[6] - The Net Financial Debt (NFD) to Adjusted EBITDA ratio was 1.6x as of March 31, 2025[6,8] - First Quarter 2025 revenues were US$1,037 million, a decrease of 4% year-on-year[17] Business Segments - Lithium and derivatives LTM revenue was $2,197 million and gross profit was $517 million[23] - Iodine and derivatives LTM revenue was US$983 million and gross profit was US$525 million[29] - Specialty Plant Nutrition LTM revenue was US$946 million and gross profit was US$161 million[39] - Potassium LTM revenue was US$250 million and gross profit was US$33 million[46] - Industrial Chemicals LTM revenue was US$75 million and gross profit was US$30 million[53] Market Position and Outlook - SQM holds approximately 17% of the global lithium chemical market share[23,24] - The company anticipates the global lithium market to grow by approximately 17% in 2025[23] - SQM has approximately 37% of global Iodine market share[34] - SQM has approximately 41% of global KNO3 market share[44] - SQM has approximately 32% of global Industrial Chemicals market share[56]