UOB Hong Kong has tied up with Swiss testing and inspection group SGS in a bid to to promote sustainable finance as well as contribute to environmental protection and sustainable development.

The joint initiative will help companies that are looking for ways to make their business greener and advance towards a net-zero future.

The collaboration sees the provision of services including professional sustainable finance certification, evaluation and accreditation as well as green and sustainable financial solutions.

Ricky Ng, Head of Wholesale Banking at UOB Hong Kong said,

“At UOB, we have laid out a comprehensive roadmap for our net zero commitments and targets for six sectors in the energy and built environment ecosystems.

 

The collaboration with SGS enables us to expand our support to customers and the wider business community at different stages of their sustainability journey.”

Steven Du, COO for North East Asia at SGS said,

“This cooperation brings together our expertise in sustainability certification and training with UOB Hong Kong’s leadership in banking, enabling us to make a meaningful impact in driving sustainable finance and sustainable development in the community.

 

Together, we envision a future where sustainability is integrated into every aspect of business and finance, and where we are able to create a healthier, more resilient world for generations to come.”