Recently, Wind, one of China's leading financial data providers, released its 2026 ESG ratings. CECEP Guozhen (300388.SZ) once again received an AA rating, ranking seventh overall among companies evaluated in Wind's Water Utilities III industry category and firmly remaining in the industry's top tier.
To date, the company has published dedicated ESG reports for three consecutive years, continuously improving the standardization and transparency of its information disclosure while proactively embracing oversight from the capital market and the public. Its ESG rating has steadily improved from an initial BB to AA, maintaining the AA rating in 2026. This sustained performance reflects the company's long-term commitment to embedding ESG principles throughout its strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
On the environmental front, the company has remained focused on its core business while leveraging technological innovation to support green and low-carbon operations. Building on the well-established Feidong Model, it has created a benchmark demonstration project for water environment management in the Chaohu Lake Basin. Focusing on ecological conservation in the Yellow River Basin, it has implemented 15 major projects, including those in Hebi and Baiyun Obo, helping strengthen regional ecological security. The company has also continued to advance energy conservation and low-carbon transformation, completing 18 PV+ projects with a combined installed capacity of 19 MW and annual power generation exceeding 20 million kWh, steadily increasing the share of green electricity in its energy consumption. In addition, it has established a comprehensive green management system covering source reduction, process control, and end-use recycling. Several of its water treatment plants have been recognized as Zero-Waste Factories by Hefei, demonstrating the effectiveness of its green operations.
On the social front, the company has actively fulfilled its social responsibilities by advancing public welfare initiatives and rural revitalization programs. Throughout the year, it invested more than 1.1 million yuan through initiatives including purchases of agricultural products to support farmers and the Workwear Assistance for Xinjiang Program, while continuing to implement the Spring Seedling Assistance Program on a long-term basis. Its brand strength and industry influence have also continued to grow. The company has been named among China's Top 50 Environmental Enterprises by Revenue for eight consecutive years, was once again recognized as an Outstanding Municipal Enterprise of Anhui Province, and made its debut on China's Brand Value Evaluation list, achieving comprehensive improvements in brand reputation, industry recognition, and overall corporate value.
On the governance front, the company has continued to refine its modern corporate governance system. Guided by its corporate values of loyalty, pragmatism, innovation and excellence, it strictly complies with national laws, regulations and industry standards while fully integrating ESG principles into its governance framework and daily operations. By continuously enhancing governance transparency and decision-making efficiency, the company has steadily strengthened its governance capabilities, created sustainable long-term value for investors, and supported high-quality, sustainable development.
Looking ahead, CECEP Guozhen will remain committed to green development, drive business transformation through technological innovation, integrate ESG principles throughout every stage of its high-quality development, and continue improving its ESG management system, enhancing the quality of information disclosure, and strengthening communication with investors. The company will strive to deliver stronger performance in return for the trust and support of its investors, employees and all sectors of society.
