ESG Inclusion Award 2026

ESGIA2026

Sustainability is No Longer a Luxury. It’s Your Competitive Edge.

Why Enter ESGIA 2026?

The ESG Inclusion Award is not just a competition; it is a platform designed to make ESG accessible (“Pu Hui”) for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). We recognize solutions that solve real business problems while protecting the planet.

Join the Movement:
• Showcase your innovation.
• Connect with Enterprise Buyers.
• Unlock Green Funding.

Ready to showcase your impact? Submit your application online.
🔗 Official Application Link: https://esg-c.org/esginclusionaward/esgia_apply/
Enrollment Open: February – June 2026

Objectives

  1. Recognize outstanding Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) demonstrating exemplary Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance and providing ESG-related solutions for their clients.
  2. Encourage innovation and technology solutions that are cost-effective, quickly implementable, and practical in driving ESG initiatives.
  3. Promote and celebrate the integration of ESG principles into business strategies, operations, and client services among SMEs.

Award Benefits

  1. Business Opportunities with Big Enterprise Partners:
    – Exclusive networking opportunities with large corporations seeking ESG-compliant suppliers and partners.
    – Potential collaborations and contracts with major industry players looking to engage with sustainable SMEs.
  2. Media Coverage and Publicity for ESG Solutions:
    – Exposure through press releases, interviews, and features in industry publications and media outlets.
    – Opportunity to showcase ESG initiatives and solutions to a wider audience, attracting potential clients and investors.
  3. Investment and Financing Opportunities:
    Potential for funding or partnerships to scale ESG projects and drive sustainable growth.

Target Companies

Small and Medium Enterprises in Hong Kong (Manufacturing enterprises which employ fewer than 100 persons and non-manufacturing enterprises which employ fewer than 50 persons) and open companies from the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area referred by our supporting organizations.

Our Judging Philosophy: The “4S” Standard
We don’t look for the most expensive report. We look for practical impact. Your entry will be judged by a panel of experts from Green Tech, VC, and Finance based on the 4S Framework :

  1. Scalable (可擴展): Can your solution grow across different sectors?
  2. Affordable (可負擔): Is it cost-effective for SMEs to adopt?
  3. Measurable (可量化): Can you prove impact (e.g., CO2 reduced, energy saved)?
  4. Actionable (可實踐): Is it easy to implement immediately?

Unlock Business Growth

Winners of the ESGIA don’t just get a trophy; they get a roadmap to growth:
• Business Matching: Direct exposure to big enterprise partners (e.g., Construction, Property Management) seeking ESG-compliant suppliers.
• Media Exposure: Full coverage by our Strategic Media Partner HK01, including winner feature stories.
• Funding Access: Leverage your win to support application process for government funding.
• Credibility: Validated by the ESG Consortium and supported by industry giants through our partner’s network.

Application Process:

  1. Fill Up the enrollment form (Registration Fee HK3000, which included first year basic membership fee of ESGC )
  2. Submission of ESG performance data, case studies of ESG initiatives, and client testimonials.
  3. Presentation of innovative ESG solutions developed and implemented by the SME.
  4. Review by a panel of ESG experts and industry professionals to select the award recipients.

Join the Ranks of Past Innovators

See how previous winners used the 4S standards to win

  • The Green Material Winner: Nicedrape Solar Protection System
    • Impact: Developed a smart curtain system that reduces building AC energy consumption by 20%.
  • The Waste Management Winner: Be Green Technology
    • Impact: A smart recycling system used by 60,000+ people, reducing 500 tonnes of carbon annually.
  • The FinTech Winner: InnoBlock Technology Limited
    • Impact: Automated ESG reporting using AI and Blockchain to ensure data compliance with the Paris Agreement.
  • The Innovation Winner: Acoustic Metamaterials Group
    • Impact: Upcycled plastic waste into acoustic materials for noise control in construction.
  • The Computing Management Winner : Nan Zhuo Data
    • Impact : Utilizes the computing power through energy efficiency management platform
  • The Green Technology Winner : China State Construction Development Holding
    • Impact : Innovative solution for solar planet implementation

Opportunity for winners to showcase their achievements, share insights, and inspire others in the SME community.

Key Milestones

ItemStart DateEnd Date
Open for enrollment2026 Jan 2026 Jun
Submit ESG Data 2026 Feb 12026 Jun
First round Judging Panel 2026 Jun 2026 Jul
Final Judging Panel 2026 Aug2026 Sep
Announcement of winners By End of 2026By End of 2026

Enrollment Criteria

To be eligible for the ESG Inclusion Award 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Company Type: Must be a registered SME (Small/Medium Enterprise) or Startup.
  • Location: Registered in Hong Kong OR the Greater Bay Area (referrals from supporting organizations accepted)
  • Data Requirement: Applicants must provide measurable ESG metrics (e.g., Carbon footprint, Electricity usage, Waste reduction data)
  • Sector: Open to all sectors including Construction, Manufacturing, IT, Finance, and Service industries