Sustainable Restaurant & Retailer Awards 2024

The consumer wave is upon us, bringing unprecedented challenges to Hong Kong's food and beverage industry! Today’s diners are not just after great taste; they're looking for emotional connections and unique experiences. We warmly invite Owners and Senior Executives from Social Enterprise and SME to join "Tastefully Smart - Riding the Consumer Wave with ESG & AI”. Get ready to hear from industry leaders on how the new stars in the F&B world are harnessing "Low Carbon", "CSR ", and "AI" to whip up creative dishes in this  "Smart & Green" era. They’re turning challenges into opportunities while navigating the market tides!  Don't miss out!

Course Background

The thorough adoption of corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles is creating a ripple effect in the job market. By 2030, climate change adaptation is projected to rank as the third-largest driver of net global job growth, contributing an estimated 5 million additional jobs. Looking ahead, ESG will continue to fuel the "new quality" development demands across industries, aligning with global ESG trends. This empowers businesses to generate long-term value, manage risks effectively, and establish themselves as responsible corporate citizens.

The 9th edition of the ESG Program, backed by years of industry experience, brings together seasoned mentors for practical guidance. This 16-day online training is tailored to empower working professionals, support career transitions, and provide foundational ESG knowledge—launching you into a sustainable career path! Register now to enjoy exclusive discounts from the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC).

Jointly organized by Sing Tao News Corporation and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the "Let’s Go Green! ESG X AI Application Workshop" will be held on April 11! Aimed at helping businesses implement sustainable development, this workshop offers a comprehensive guide to ESG applications.

The German Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce (CGCC), aims to strengthen collaboration between German and Chinese businesses in the manufacturing sector. Through expert insights, success stories, and practical guidance, this event will help Chinese manufacturers align with upcoming sustainability regulations and identify actionable steps for compliance.

Recently, the National Development and Reform Commission, the State Administration for Market Regulation, and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment jointly issued the "Action Plan on Further Strengthening the Construction of the Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutral Standard Measurement System (2024-2025)", which clarified the period from 2024 to 2025. A timetable and roadmap for the formulation and implementation of standards in the "dual carbon" field, and specific arrangements for the carbon peak and carbon neutral standard measurement work in the two years after the "14th Five-Year Plan" in terms of standards and measurement.

ESG One has achieved significant success since its launch in January 2024, with strong community support and positive feedback. Over 400 companies have joined as members, benefiting from ESG knowledge and collaboration. Supported by 170 organisations, a mid-term review event will take place to assess progress and introduce new member benefits.

ESG has evolved as an essential framework for evaluating the long-term sustainability and social impact. Join us at the upcoming "ESG One LevelUp Workshop” What's Coming Next? Navigating ESG Regulations and Updates Around the World on 21 June to master on the latest global ESG regulations and prospects

Our mission tour will gain a deep understanding of Inner Mongolia's business advantages and development potential, accompanying you on a journey of business expansion!

Hong Kong Productivity Council has been actively collaborating with the industry to accelerate ESG. We join hand with JCI Apex to co-host the "ESG Corporate Clinic" event series. We believe the first “E” event has deepen your know-how on sustainable environment.

HKPC (Hong Kong Productivity Council) has been working hand in hand with enterprises to expand the ESG field. This time, we are collaborating with JCIApex to co-organize the "Corporate ESG" opening ceremony, ESG strategy, and green finance activities, aiming to promote sustainable development in the ESG field and accompany the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises. 

Tracy Zhou , Associate Principal Consultant, Carbon and ESG Solutions of the HKPC also served as a guest speaker, sharing the latest sustainable development trends and the importance to small and medium-sized enterprises.

Join the 3-day "Hangzhou and Ningbo Mission Tour" organised by Hong Kong Productivity Council in collaboration with
BOCHK and fully supported by Hong Kong Netrepreneurs Association from Apr 24 to 26! Deep dive into Hangzhou – the “e-commerce Capital in Mainland” and Ningbo – the “Smart Manufacturing Model City" and explore e-commerce, green logistics and smart manufacturing. 

Discover the secret of success from the industry giant and unlock the keys to eCommerce, smart logistics and transformation through green tech solutions. What’s more, expand your business network and explore the possibilities of Government funding for driving innovation and creating a sustainable future.