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May 2026

Cross-Agency Steering Group welcomes first sector-based operational guide on transition financepdf

The Hong Kong Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) today (15 May) welcomed the release of Transition Finance Operational Reference Guide – Phase 1 Report: Mobilising Finance for the Transition of the Technology Sector (the Report). The Report was developed by an industry working group under the Steering Group’s transition finance workstream to drive the development of transition finance in Hong Kong.

Jan 2026

Cross Agency Steering Group announces Strategic Priorities for 2026– 2028pdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross‑Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) convened its 12th meeting yesterday (29 January 2026), setting out its strategic priorities for 2026-2028 to further strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a competitive and future‑ready sustainable finance centre.

Feb 2025

Cross-Agency Steering Group sets 2025 priorities to support growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kongpdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) sets out three key priorities for this year to foster the growth of sustainable finance in Hong Kong following its meeting today (6 February).

May 2024

Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Financepdf

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) published the Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance (Hong Kong Taxonomy) to enable informed decision making on green and sustainable finance and facilitate relevant finance flows.

Mar 2024

Cross-Agency Steering Group and International Sustainability Standards Board members met in Hong Kongpdf

Members of the Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) met today (27 March) to discuss and promote sustainability disclosures by companies and financial institutions in Hong Kong.

Feb 2024

Cross-Agency Steering Group launches revamped website for sustainable financepdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) has revamped its official website (CASG website) with enhanced database and tools to offer a one-stop green and sustainable finance information hub for financial institutions, corporates and the general public.

Jan 2024

Cross-Agency Steering Group announces key initiatives to support Hong Kong in capitalising sustainable finance opportunitiespdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) met today (8 January) to consider its work plan for this year and agreed on three key initiatives to capture financing and investment opportunities from the Asia-Pacific Region’s low carbon transition.

Nov 2023

HKEX Commits to Carbon Neutrality by 2024 and Net Zero by 2040

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce the company’s own commitments to achieving Group carbon neutrality by 2024 and net zero by 2040.

Aug 2023

Cross-Agency Steering Group announces priorities to further strengthen Hong Kong’s sustainable finance ecosystempdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group today (7 August) announced its key priorities to further promote and consolidate Hong Kong’s role as a leading sustainable finance hub.

Oct 2022

Pilot Green and Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Support Scheme begins accepting eligible programme applicationspdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group announced today (31 October) that the Pilot Green and Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Support Scheme has begun accepting applications for registration as an eligible programme.

Oct 2022

Cross-Agency Steering Group welcomes launch of HKEX’s Core Climate to mobilise finance for the transition to a low carbon economypdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) welcomes today’s (28 October) launch of Core Climate, the international carbon marketplace set up by the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX).

Oct 2022

HKEX Launches Core Climate, Hong Kong’s International Carbon Marketplace, Supporting Global Transition to Net Zero

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce the launch of Core Climate, a new international carbon marketplace that seeks to connect capital with climate-related products and opportunities in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Asia and beyond.

Jul 2022

HKEX Launches Hong Kong International Carbon Market Council, Unveils Carbon Market Plans

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce the launch of the Hong Kong International Carbon Market Council (the Council). HKEX is partnering with a number of leading corporates and financial institutions as inaugural Council members to explore carbon opportunities in the region.

Jun 2022

Cross-Agency Steering Group announces launch of information and data repositories and other progress in advancing Hong Kong’s green and sustainable finance developmentpdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) announced today (21 June) the progress made and the way forward to advance Hong Kong’s leading position in green and sustainable finance (GSF) and help the financial ecosystem’s transition towards carbon neutrality.

Mar 2022

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group welcomes the publication of the International Sustainability Standards Board proposed standards for public consultationpdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) welcomes today’s (31 March) publication of the proposed general requirements for disclosure of sustainability-related financial information and the climate disclosure requirements by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).

Mar 2022

Cross-Agency Steering Group releases assessment of carbon market opportunities for Hong Kong and next stepspdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) today (30 March) published its preliminary feasibility assessment of carbon market opportunities for Hong Kong.

Mar 2022

HKEX Signs MOU with CEEX to Explore Greater Bay Area, International Carbon Opportunities

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the China Emissions Exchange (CEEX) to explore cooperation in tackling climate change and promoting sustainability through carbon finance.

Dec 2021

Cross-Agency Steering Group announces progress and way forward to advance Hong Kong's green and sustainable finance developmentpdf

The Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (Steering Group) announced today (16 December 2021) the progress made and the way forward to advance Hong Kong’s position as a leader in green and sustainable finance (GSF) and help the financial ecosystem’s transition towards carbon neutrality.

Dec 2021

HKEX Publishes Net-Zero Guide & Announces New ESG Data Display

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce two new initiatives to support businesses and investors in their sustainability journey, helping to facilitate the net-zero transition across the region.

Nov 2021

HKEX is delighted to be hosting its inaugural HKEX Green Asia Summit (GAS) on 9 December 2021 to examine Asia’s net zero journey

Leading the dialogue on sustainable finance markets.