On November 24th, the "New Ecology, New Value, New Growth-2023 Golden Bull Enterprise Sustainable Development Forum and the First China Reform • ESG Golden Bull Award Ceremony" was held in Nantong, Jiangsu. This prestigious event, jointly organized by China Securities Journal, China Reform Holdings Corporation LTD., and the People's Government of Nantong, witnessed Huayou Cobalt being honored with the inaugural China Reform • ESG Golden Bull Award for its exemplary performance in the "Top 50 in Carbon Neutrality." 

▲Gao Yating (second from the right) from Securities Department of the Group, accepted the award on behalf of the company. 

The meticulous selection process for the China Reform • ESG Golden Bull Award's Top 50 in Carbon Neutrality focused on identifying the top 50 publicly listed companies within the traditional energy sector that demonstrated outstanding qualitative and quantitative indicators related to "Climate Change-Greenhouse Gas Emissions" in the "Environmental Category" of the award. This accolade is designed to acknowledge companies that actively embrace Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, recognizing their market credibility and influence. It serves to incentivize environmentally responsible business practices, facilitate the exploration of intrinsic corporate strengths, establish benchmarks for excellence within the industry, and lead high-quality economic and social development in the contemporary era. 

Since its establishment in 2002, Huayou Cobalt has steadfastly adhered to the development philosophy of "innovation, coordination, openness, green, and sharing" and investment philosophy of “Wherever we invest, we must contribute to the local economy and society.” Huayou's commitment to forging an industry benchmark characterized by resource efficiency, environmental friendliness, and economic leadership has yielded substantial results over the years, as evidenced by the numerous accolades and acknowledgments in the realm of sustainable development. 

The receipt of the "ESG Golden Bull Award for the Top 50 in Carbon Neutrality" not only signifies institutional recognition of Huayou's laudable efforts in green development but also heralds a significant stride in the company's journey towards advancing ESG principles. As a pioneering entity in the global landscape of new energy lithium battery material green manufacturing integration and a shining example of an ESG-listed company, Huayou Cobalt remains unwavering in its mission of "creating value for customer, leading industry development." The company is dedicated to propelling green development initiatives, thereby contributing to the realization of a more sustainable and prosperous future for humanity. 

Looking ahead, Huayou Cobalt remains resolute in its commitment to implementing a comprehensive green and sustainable development strategy. Focused on green intelligent manufacturing business and innovative models, the company aims to propel the transformation and elevation of China's new energy industry while fostering standardized development in green manufacturing. With continued strategic investments, a steadfast adherence to principles of low-carbon, green, and “Six integrated” development, and a commitment to its distinctive transformation journey, Huayou Cobalt endeavors to contribute a distinctive and impactful green narrative, actively supporting the nation's pursuit of carbon neutrality.