On 16 October, CR SWCS successfully hosted its “Navigating the ESG Future & Responding to New Regulations” webinar, attracting around 200 participants from listed companies, business partners, and professional service firms.

During the webinar, we shared two key market observations. First, climate-related practices are gradually expanding beyond a small group of early adopters and gaining broader market acceptance. Second, while the scope of corporate ESG disclosures continues to grow, there remains a notable gap between disclosure requirements and the underlying management capabilities needed to support them.

This highlights an important shift: the key differentiator is no longer simply whether companies disclose, but how effectively climate considerations are integrated into corporate strategy, financial planning, and decision-making processes. The focus is moving from regulatory compliance towards long-term value creation.

We would like to thank all participants for their support and engagement. CR SWCS remains committed to helping companies strengthen their sustainability capabilities through professional research and practical insights, enabling them to move beyond disclosure compliance towards enhanced ESG management and sustainable growth.

Download the full 2026 ESG Research Report (English Version)