Hong Kong Green Week

Hong Kong and Asia are accelerating progress in ESG, green procurement, and supply chain sustainability, with new policies, record investments, and landmark events seizing headlines today. This momentum signals new opportunities for buyers, sellers, corporates, and students seeking to engage with the region’s fast-evolving green economy.

Hong Kong Green Week Sets the Agenda

Hong Kong’s flagship sustainability event, Green Week, kicked off today amid extreme weather, gathering policy makers, industry leaders, and scholars from around the world to explore energy transition, climate resilience, and green technology development. This week is set to feature more than 35 events, from business expos to executive roundtables, amplifying Hong Kong’s role as a green finance and knowledge hub.

Record Sustainable Finance and ESG Investment

Hong Kong issued over USD 34 billion in sustainable debts in the first half of 2025, a 15% increase year-on-year, reinforcing its regional leadership in green finance. Family offices and investors are doubling down on ESG, especially renewable energy and sustainable agriculture. New regulations require annual ESG disclosures for listed companies, targeting governance, labor, and anti-corruption issues and aligning with global standards.

Sustainable Procurement Drives Net Zero Transition

Asia’s governments and corporates are leveraging green procurement to accelerate the shift to net zero emissions. Today’s webinars and workshops highlight the adoption of circularity and low-carbon standards in purchasing decisions, with frameworks developed to help scale green materials and stimulate market innovation. These collaborative efforts are shaping industry and public sector priorities across the region.

Supply Chain Trends for 2025

Businesses in Asia are embedding sustainability into supply chains through AI-driven planning, enhanced traceability, and stricter compliance with new labeling and procurement standards. Leading trends include:

• Improved forecasting and risk management using AI and generative technology.
• Integration of ESG criteria throughout sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Emphasis on human rights, transparency, and supplier relationships.
• Broader adoption of digital tools for carbon tracking and resource optimization.

ESG Recognition and Social Impact

Hong Kong’s ESG Reporting Awards (HERA) celebrated record entries this month, reflecting a surge in sustainability commitment across industries. Donations surpassed HKD 120,000, supporting initiatives from elderly care to digital literacy for youth, and fostering education and skills in sustainability for the next generation.

Today’s developments represent a pivotal moment for ESG and green procurement in Hong Kong and Asia—driving capital flows, regulatory innovation, and sustainable business strategies for a greener future.