ESG has become a hot topic in the global business and investment world, and it is also advocated by the Hong Kong government. Hong Kong companies may try to understand ESG standards, ESG rating agency criteria, and the available options for obtaining ESG certification.ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and it continues the spirit of Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) but focuses more specifically on these three areas. These standards cover all industries and almost all aspects of a company's operations, making ESG an important consideration in evaluating a company.