As we welcome the Year of the Horse in 2026, the ESG Consortium extends its heartfelt greetings to our members, partners, and the wider SME community. In Asian culture, the Horse is a revered symbol of vitality, independence, and rapid progress. This year, we invite you to channel that same energy into our collective journey toward a more sustainable and equitable future.
The Symbolism of the Horse in the ESG Context
The transition to a “green” economy requires both speed and endurance—two traits famously attributed to the Horse. At the ESG Consortium, we see 2026 as a pivotal year for SMEs to accelerate their transition from traditional business models to high-performance, sustainable enterprises.
- Vitality & Energy: Just as the Horse represents tireless spirit, we encourage businesses to revitalize their operations with renewable energy and circular economy principles.
- Rapid Success (馬到成功): In this Year of the Horse, we aim to help our members achieve “instant success” in their ESG reporting and compliance, ensuring they remain competitive in a global market that increasingly prioritizes transparency.
A Vision of Harmony and Good Fortune
Our official New Year greeting (pictured below) features a handcrafted scene of zodiac friends standing together. This imagery is a deliberate reflection of our “Social” pillar:
- Community Strength: No business succeeds in isolation. Like the characters in our greeting, the ESG Consortium thrives on the diversity and collaboration of our SME network.
- The Persimmon Factor: The persimmons decorating our card symbolize Shì Shì Rú Yì (事事如意)—may all things go according to your wishes. We believe that when a business aligns its goals with the health of the planet and its people, true “good fortune” and long-term profitability naturally follow.
Committing to a Sustainable Lifestyle
Beyond the boardroom, the Year of the Horse is an invitation to embrace a sustainable lifestyle. We encourage our community to celebrate this festive season with mindfulness—reducing waste during celebrations, choosing eco-friendly gifts, and reflecting on how our individual actions contribute to the greater good.
“The Horse reminds us that while the journey toward sustainability is long, the pace of change is accelerating. Let us ride this momentum together.”
Wishing you a Year of the Horse filled with peace, prosperity, and the joy of purposeful growth.
Happy New Year! 新年快樂!