Ping An Insurance Recognized for ESG Excellence
HONG KONG and SHANGHAI - Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (HKEX: 2318/82318; SSE: 601318) has achieved a remarkable milestone by receiving the Award of Excellence in ESG from the Hong Kong Corporate Governance and ESG Excellence Awards. This accolade places Ping An in the distinguished group of organizations excelling in Environmental, Social, and Governance efforts, marking the third such recognition for the company.
Acknowledging Commitment to Sustainable Development
The Hong Kong Corporate Governance and ESG Excellence Awards serves as a platform to honor listed companies that exhibit outstanding ESG performance. The organizers commended Ping An for its ambitious five-year sustainability goals, along with its effective integration of ESG principles across corporate strategies. The company's innovative approaches in green finance and dedication to low-carbon operations clearly showcase its commitment to corporate social responsibility.
Comments from Leadership
Sheng Ruisheng, the Board Secretary of Ping An, expressed the company's gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing it underscores Ping An's enduring commitment to sustainable practices. Looking forward, the Group intends to enhance its corporate governance and operational capabilities further, aiming to deliver lasting, stable, and sustainable value for all stakeholders including customers, employees, and society.
Strong Corporate Governance Ensures Long-term Success
Ping An adheres to stringent corporate governance standards aligned with global best practices. This focus ensures stability and sustainability is at the forefront of its operations. The diverse board consists of experts spanning various fields such as insurance, finance, law, and technology, allowing for well-rounded decision-making. ESG oversight is handled at the board level, with strategies fully supported by the Group ESG and Sustainability Office to ensure effective implementation.
Shareholder Value and Financial Returns
Ping An prioritizes its shareholders, maintaining a sustainable dividend policy. Since its public offering, the company has distributed over RMB 400 billion in dividends and has raised payouts consistently over 13 years. The compound annual growth rate of cash dividends has reached an impressive 4.3% over the last five years, indicating a steadfast commitment to providing long-term value to investors.
Innovating Green Finance and Climate Initiatives
Leveraging its integrated financial services model, Ping An drives green development through various financial channels including insurance, credit, and investment. By mid-2025, the Company reported RMB 144.482 billion in green investments, with green loan balances reaching RMB 251.746 billion. The firm also achieved RMB 55.279 billion in green insurance premium income in the first three quarters.
Reducing Carbon Footprint
Ping An is dedicated to innovation in carbon reduction. In its efforts, the company successfully reduced total greenhouse gas emissions to 439,291 tons of CO? equivalent, achieving an 8% reduction compared to the previous year. An innovative platform developed by Ping An allows employees to track their carbon footprint, a first in the Chinese insurance sector, contributing to significant emissions reductions.
Commitment to Social Responsibility
Beyond finance, Ping An demonstrates its commitment to social responsibility through impactful rural revitalization initiatives. By the end of 2024, 119 Ping An Hope Schools were built, providing vocational training for over 20,000 rural teachers and directly benefiting more than 300,000 rural students. Additionally, the Group invested RMB 52 billion to modernize rural industries and enhance farmers' incomes, reinforcing its pledge to uplifting communities.
Inclusive Finance Initiatives
Through its inclusive finance efforts, Ping An P&C has provided extensive risk protection for nearly 2.4 million micro and small businesses. This assistance totals more than RMB 220 trillion and includes processing approximately 900,000 claims worth nearly RMB 4 billion. Furthermore, Ping An Bank served 782,000 clients from micro and small enterprises, enhancing financial access for vulnerable groups.
A Vision for a Sustainable Future
Ping An acknowledges that sustainable development is integral to its future. Moving forward, the Group plans to enhance its dual-focused approach—integrated finance paired with health and senior care. Technology will remain a key driver in advancing its ESG management system and supporting green finance and social responsibility initiatives.
About Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd.
Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (HKEX: 2318/82318; SSE: 601318) stands as one of the world’s largest financial services organizations. It aims to establish itself as a leader in integrated finance along with health and senior care services. Utilizing a technology-driven strategy, Ping An serves approximately 250 million retail customers with comprehensive services. The company consistently ranks high in global financial listings, with over RMB 12 trillion in total assets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What award did Ping An Insurance win recently?
Ping An Insurance received the Award of Excellence in ESG at the Hong Kong Corporate Governance and ESG Excellence Awards.
How many Ping An Hope Schools were established?
The Group established 119 Ping An Hope Schools, benefiting rural communities across the country.
What is Ping An’s commitment to dividends?
Since going public, Ping An has returned over RMB 400 billion in dividends, with a stable payout policy over the last 13 years.
What are Ping An's green investments as of mid-2025?
As of mid-2025, Ping An has reported RMB 144.482 billion in green investments.
How does Ping An support rural communities financially?
Ping An provides risk protection for micro and small businesses, significantly improving financial access for rural communities.
