ESG 國際新聞週報 2/24 - 3/3

HSBC announced major revisions to its climate commitments, pushing back its net zero target for operations and supply chain from 2030 to 2050, citing slow progress in climate technology, energy transition, and government policies. The bank is also reviewing its interim financed emissions reduction targets for carbon-intensive sectors, acknowledging that global decarbonization efforts have lagged behind expectations. HSBC noted that while it remains committed to net zero, external factors such as technological advancements and regulatory frameworks are impacting its ability to meet its 2030 goals. Despite this delay, HSBC has facilitated $394 billion in sustainable finance since 2020, moving towards its $750 billion to $1 trillion target by 2030.

HSBC 宣布對其氣候承諾進行重大調整，將營運及供應鏈的淨零排放目標從 2030 年延後至 2050 年，理由是氣候技術、能源轉型和政策推動的進展不如預期。同時，該銀行也開始重新評估其 2030 年碳密集型產業的融資排放減排目標，並指出全球減碳速度低於預期，影響其達成目標的能力。HSBC 強調仍致力於淨零轉型，但受技術進步、市場需求與政策發展等外部因素影響，短期內難以達成既定目標。儘管調整計畫，HSBC 自 2020 年以來已促成 3940 億美元的永續融資，朝著 2030 年 7500 億至 1 兆美元的目標邁進。

2.IKEA Parent Company Releases Net Zero Transition Plan
IKEA 母公司 Ingka Group 公布淨零轉型計畫 目標 2030 年減排 50%
 

Ingka Group, the parent company of IKEA, has unveiled its Net Zero Transition Plan, outlining strategies to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% across its value chain by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. The plan details decarbonization actions for key emissions categories, including store operations, construction materials, mobility, and investments. Materials, particularly those used in products and packaging, account for 45% of Ingka’s emissions footprint, with reduction efforts focused on increasing recycled content, improving efficiency, and adopting lower-carbon materials. Other initiatives include phasing out fossil fuels, using 100% renewable energy by 2030, expanding plant-based food options, and transitioning to zero-emission home deliveries. The plan also emphasizes stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy to drive systemic change.

IKEA 母公司 Ingka Group 發布 淨零轉型計畫，詳細規劃至 2030 年將整體價值鏈的溫室氣體排放減少 50%，並於 2050 年達成淨零排放。該計畫針對門市運營、建築材料、運輸與投資等關鍵排放領域制定減碳策略。其中，產品與包裝材料佔 45% 的碳足跡，減排行動包括提升回收材料占比、優化材料使用效率、開發低碳材料、確保供應鏈使用再生能源等。其他措施涵蓋淘汰化石燃料、至 2030 年實現 100% 再生能源、擴展植物性食品選項、增加低碳投資，並在 2028 年前 達成 90% 家庭配送使用零排放車輛。此外，該計畫強調企業需與政府及產業夥伴合作，共同推動政策與市場轉型，以加速全球淨零進程。


3.EU Lawmakers Agree to New Rules Requiring Fashion Brands to Pay to Recycle Clothes
 歐盟達成紡織與食品廢棄物新規定時尚品牌需支付回收費用
 

The European Parliament and Council have reached a provisional agreement on new waste prevention and reduction measures targeting the textile and food sectors. The agreement mandates that fashion brands pay for the collection and recycling of their products, with fees based on product circularity and sustainability. EU member states will be required to establish Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, expanding existing waste management rules to cover textiles, footwear, and household fabrics. The directive also introduces the EU’s first-ever binding food waste reduction targets, requiring a 10% cut in food processing waste and a 30% reduction in retail and household food waste by 2030. The updated directive now awaits formal approval by the European Parliament and Council.

歐洲議會與理事會達成 臨時協議，推動 紡織品與食品廢棄物減量，強制時尚品牌支付產品 回收與再利用費用，費用依循產品循環性與可持續性計算。歐盟各國將建立 擴展生產者責任（EPR）制度，將現行廢棄物管理規範擴展至 紡織品、鞋類與家用織物，要求企業負擔 收集、分類與回收 成本。此外，歐盟首次設立 強制性食品廢棄目標，要求到 2030 年食品加工廢棄物減少 10%，零售、餐飲與家庭食物浪費減少 30%。該指令仍需歐洲議會與理事會正式批准，通過後各國將有 20 個月 來調整國內法規。

4.METYCLE Raises $15 Million to Modernize Metal Recycling
METYCLE 獲 1440 萬歐元融資 加速廢金屬回收與減碳技術發展
 

Cologne-based startup METYCLE has secured €14.4 million (USD$14.8 million) in Series A funding to expand its digital platform for buying and selling recycled and scrap metal, aiming to improve market efficiency and lower carbon emissions. Recycling metals can cut emissions by up to 95% and costs 10% less than primary metal production, yet the secondary metals market remains inefficient. METYCLE's platform connects global recyclers with scrap metal sellers and integrates AI-powered sorting and digital product tracking to ensure material quality and monitor CO₂ savings. The round was led by sustainability-focused VC firm 2150, with participation from existing investors. METYCLE aims to make global metal recycling more transparent and efficient, advancing the circular economy.

總部位於德國科隆的 METYCLE 成功完成 A 輪融資 1440 萬歐元（約 1480 萬美元），計畫擴展其 廢金屬買賣數位平台，提升市場效率並 降低碳排放。相較於原生金屬生產，使用回收金屬可減少 高達 95% 的碳排放，且成本降低 10%，但二級金屬市場缺乏效率。METYCLE 透過 AI 智慧分選技術 和 數位產品追蹤系統，確保回收材料品質並即時監測 從來源到熔煉的碳排放減量。本輪融資由 永續發展風投 2150 領投，DFF Ventures、Market One Capital、Partech 和 Project A 亦參與投資。METYCLE 致力於 提升全球金屬回收產業透明度與效率，推動循環經濟發展。


5.Hong Kong Tightens ESG Disclosure Standards for Pension Fund Managers
香港強制性公積金計劃管理局（MPFA）推動 ESG 強制披露 提高基金透明度

The Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority (MPFA) in Hong Kong is enforcing new ESG disclosure requirements on 12 major pension fund managers, including HSBC and Manulife, to improve transparency in investment strategies and risk management. Fund managers must align with the new standards by September 30, requiring clear ESG disclosures, monitoring of sustainability factors, and reporting on ESG achievements in annual governance reports. The regulations affect 47 ESG-related funds managing HK$36.6 billion (US$4.71 billion) and align with Hong Kong’s broader efforts to green its capital markets. The MPFA also plans a fully digital eMPF platformto cut costs and environmental impact.

香港強制性公積金計劃管理局（MPFA） 正對 12 家主要養老基金管理公司（包括 滙豐、宏利）實施 更嚴格的 ESG 資訊披露規定，以提升投資策略與風險管理的透明度。基金經理 需在 9 月 30 日前 符合新標準，要求 明確 ESG 策略、監測永續投資因素，並在年度治理報告中披露 ESG 成果。此次調整影響 47 支 ESG 相關基金，資產規模達 366 億港元（4.71 億美元），並與香港推動 綠色資本市場 的政策方向一致。此外，MPFA 計畫於 3 月 5 日 推出 第二階段 eMPF 數字平台，目標實現 無紙化、數位化運營，進一步減少成本與環境影響。

Resource:ESG TODAY, ESG NEWS