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About HZGF
Huzhou Green Finance Institute (HZGF) is a non-profit research institution based in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China. We specialize in forward-looking research and conduct pilot projects on issues of green finance and ESG investment. We empower domestic green finance capacity building and advance international cooperation. Together with our partners, we are dedicated to promoting Huzhou as a demonstration center for China's green finance, and establishing it as a global innovation base for sustainable development.
In 2017, Huzhou was officially designated as a national green finance reform and innovation pilot zone. Over the years, thanks to the dedicated participation and strong support from Dr. Jun Ma, the chief economist of the People's Bank of China at the time, Huzhou has become a leader in green finance in China, and its continuous explorations and innovative practices have resulted in the much acclaimed "Huzhou experience".
Focus Areas
Innovative Research
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Transition finance: conduct research and capacity building on topics including carbon footprint verification, technical pathways to carbon emission reduction, low-carbon transition monitoring and evaluation, and related information disclosure; also provide technical assistance to enterprises on transitional theories, methodologies, and practical applications. 

Finance and investment for nature and biodiversity: develop maps and tools to manage nature-related risks in investment, financing, and business activities; assist financial institutions in designing innovative, biodiversity-friendly products tailored in their regions; and conduct biodiversity impact assessments and cost/ benefit analyses at the institution, portfolio or project level that contribute to nature-related information disclosure. 

Sustainability information disclosure: conduct research on cutting-edge sustainability information disclosure standards both domestically and internationally; assist businesses in identifying and managing sustainability-related risks, and piloting sustainability information disclosure projects and models in small and medium-sized companies.

HZGF keeps up with cutting-edge domestic and international trends and discussions, tracking global policies and regulations in the areas of climate, trade, transition, and sustainable development. We interprets and analyzes these policies and regulations, proposing strategies in response. In addition, HZGF also facilitates exchanges and dialogues between governments, businesses, and researchers in sustainable development.

ESG and Sustainable Development
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HZGF provides innovative solutions to businesses and financial institutions around the theme of sustainable development. The solutions enhance businesses’ long-term strategies and risk management capabilities and help optimize their ESG strategies and improve the information disclosure quality. Such solutions also enable businesses to identify more opportunities and increase their values.

Empowerment and Collaboration
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Capacity Building Base: HZGF serves as a base for capacity building through developing technical training materials, offering customized training courses, and assisting in the growth of green finance professionals.

Industry exchange and international cooperation: HZGF fosters industry exchanges and international cooperation through organizing influential forums in China and globally, establishing sustainable development partnership between Huzhou and other cities worldwide, and undertaking the implementation of important initiatives from international and regional platforms such as the Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI).

Our Team
The Huzhou Green Finance Institute (HZGF) is a team of professionals from diverse fields, united by shared passion and ideals. Rooted in the dynamic city of Huzhou, we use green finance as a tool to design a sustainable development blueprint. With a professional focus, we are committed to research, consulting, and promoting collaboration within the financial ecosystem. By building bridges for interdisciplinary exchanges, inspiring innovation, and exploring new pathways, we aim to bring insights and strength to advancing green development.
Guarding the Lucid Waters and Lush Mountains
Committed to a Sustainable Future