ESG Certified Professional
The ESG Certified Professional Examination (“the Exam”) is a market-focused and professionally oriented examination designed for those interested in pursuing certified proficiency in ESG in Hong Kong for performing ESG-related job duties. The Exam’s syllabus is based on Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited ("HKEX")'s public materials, with a focus on HKEX ESG reporting requirements and compliance. The syllabus also includes public information from the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”), Science Based Targets Initiative (“SBTi”) and International Sustainability Standards Board (“ISSB”).
An individual who passes the Exam will be awarded the status of ESGCP® (“ESGCP/ESG認證專業人員”) by the Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies (“CHKLC”) after completing the registration with the Institute of ESG Certified Professional. Allied Environmental Consultants Limited (“AEC”) supports the Exam as the key knowledge partner. In order to maintain the status of ESGCP® qualification, the person needs to maintain 10 relevant ESGCPT hours per year.
OBJECTIVE
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To create a recognised qualification for individuals as an indicator of their level of competency in ESG and HKEX listing rules compliance
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To increase the supply of accredited ESG talents to meet the market needs
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To promote continuous development of ESG accredited personnel to help listed companies meet the changing needs of the society and the environment
Who should take the exam?
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Individual who are interested in pursuing careers in the ESG industry in Hong Kong.
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Professionals (e.g. lawyers, accountants, company secretaries, SFC licensed persons, etc.) in capital market serving listed companies in Hong Kong.
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Directors, Independent Non-executive Directors ("INED"), management and employees of a listed company who needs to improve their proficiency in ESG under their roles.
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Investors, family offices and asset managers in listed companies.
Use of ESGCP Credential and Logos
Candidate who successfully passed the ESGCP® examination and registered under Institute of ESG Certified Profession can use the ESG Certified Professional (ESGCP®) credential and logos. The colour verison and B&W version are provided here and they are registered trade marks of ESGCP.
Candidate who failed to fulfill the 10 ESG CPT and renewal requirements annually will be deregistred from the institute and cannot use the ESGCP® credential and logos in the future.
Please refer to the details in the exam handbook.