He highlighted a series of AmCham China activities from the past year focused on green finance and low-carbon initiatives. He also referenced the 36 case studies from 22 member companies featured in the “2024 Social Impact Report,” showcasing their contributions to sustainable development, low-carbon transformation, and corporate social responsibility in China.
He went on to acknowledge the Chinese government’s efforts to revitalize the economy through infrastructure projects, real estate development, and consumer spending. Hart urged that, in every case, whether the project involves infrastructure, real estate, or consumption, there are ways to make it low-carbon and more sustainable. Most importantly, he stressed that those with financial decision-making power can drive, facilitate, or require projects to meet measurable carbon usage and sustainability goals.