ESG Ratings for China's Urban Development

Author: Zhang Bohui, Qiu Ciguan, Wu Haifeng Publication Year: 2023-2

This book presents an innovative ESG urban governance evaluation system, which centers its vision around five key dimensions: governance, economy, ecology, people's livelihood, as well as cultural and ethical development. Drawing from modern public management's urban development performance evaluation and ESG macro rating frameworks, this system represents a groundbreaking assessment of a city's comprehensive strength, taking into account its economic prowess, the well-being of its citizens, and its ability to foster sustainable development.

ESG Finance in the New Era

Author: Qiu Ciguan Publication Year: 2021-11

This book explores the world of ESG investment, complemented by insightful ESG practice, all encompassed under the macro context of "finance." The book is thoughtfully divided into five parts, with the initial section providing a foundational introduction that conceptualizes and outlines the framework of ESG practice and investment. The second part thoroughly analyzes the foundation of management economics, industry differences, and performance disclosure through the lens of corporate practice cases. In the third segment, the exploration of ESG investment unfolds, offering valuable insights into investment strategies, financial returns, motives, and more, with a keen focus on both domestic and international developments. The fourth part delves into ESG data and performance evaluation, analyzing relevant data sources, investor responses, and product performance disclosures, aligned with the latest global advancements in ESG practices. Lastly, the fifth section sheds light on ESG in China, honing in on critical domestic market aspects like retail investors, investor composition, excess returns, and carbon neutral targets.