The ESG Inclusion Award 2024, hosted by the ESG Consortium, aims to recognize and celebrate Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) demonstrating exceptional Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. Through award categories like ESG Performance Excellence and ESG Solutions Provider, the initiative highlights innovative and impactful ESG practices. The selection criteria focus on measurable ESG metrics, innovation, and client impact. Winners benefit from enhanced visibility, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing within the ESG community. The award ceremony serves as a platform for SMEs to showcase their achievements, inspire others, and drive sustainability in the business landscape.
Objectives
- Recognize outstanding Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) demonstrating exemplary Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance and providing ESG-related solutions for their clients.
- Encourage innovation and technology solutions that are cost-effective, quickly implementable, and practical in driving ESG initiatives.
- Promote and celebrate the integration of ESG principles into business strategies, operations, and client services among SMEs.
Award Benefits
- 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. - 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. - Investment and Financing Opportunities:
Potential for funding, grants, 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.
Selection Criteria:
- ESG Performance Metrics (Based on ESGC Benchmark Report for General Sector 2.0):
Evaluation based on measurable ESG indicators and performance data. - Innovation and Practicality (Judge by the industrial experts):
Assessment of the innovation, cost-effectiveness, and practicality of the ESG solutions implemented. - Client Impact:
Consideration of the positive impact and value delivered to clients through ESG-related services and solutions.
Application Process:
- Enroll ESGC Membership with applicant promotion code “ESGIA2024” (Discounted Registration Fee HK800, which included first year basic membership of ESGC )
- Submission of ESG performance data, case studies of ESG initiatives, and client testimonials.
- Presentation of innovative ESG solutions developed and implemented by the SME.
- Review by a panel of ESG experts and industry professionals to select the award recipients.
Award Ceremony:
- An annual event to announce and celebrate the winners of the ESG Inclusion Award.
- Opportunity for winners to showcase their achievements, share insights, and inspire others in the SME community.
Key Milestones
| Item | Start Date | End Date |
| Open for enrollment | 2024 Nov 6 | 2024 Dec 31 |
| Submit ESG Data | 2024 Dec 1 | 2025 Jan 17 |
| First round Judging Panel | 2025 Jan 20 | 2025 Jan 21 |
| Final Judging Panel | 2025 Jan 27 | 2025 Jan 30 |
| Announcement of winners | 2025 Feb | 2025 Feb |