Shanghai, November 27, 2025 — The Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) has been honoured as an ESG Innovation Driver in the prestigious Bloomberg Green The Watchlist 2026, unveiled during a high-profile ceremony at the MGM Shanghai West Bund.
The Bloomberg Green ranking, which aligns with China’s “Dual Carbon” goals and global sustainability priorities, introduced two new categories this year: the Green Financial List and ESG Advocate, alongside its established recognitions. AWS’s selection under ESG Innovation Driver highlights organisations that deliver professional support for sustainable development through pioneering methodologies, industry standards and transformative initiatives.
The announcement dinner gathered leaders from financial institutions, listed companies and ESG-focused organisations for an evening of dialogue under the theme “Compliance as the Baseline, Value as the High Bar.” The event aimed to foster collaboration and forward-looking perspectives on sustainability trends.
Jason Lu, AWS’s China Representative, expressed gratitude for the recognition:
“Thank you to Bloomberg Green for recognising the Alliance for Water Stewardship on The Watchlist 2026. Water stewardship is a critical part of corporate sustainability and ESG efforts. AWS supports this work through the creation of the first international water stewardship standard – the AWS Standard – and our global water stewardship community, providing a clear framework and practical momentum. We are pleased to see the AWS Standard being implemented by a growing number of companies worldwide, with China leading globally in both the number of AWS-certified sites and the rate of growth in certifications. This recognition from Bloomberg Green will inspire us to continue advancing water stewardship and encourage broader engagement in this vital practice.”
This achievement underscores AWS’s leadership in promoting water stewardship in China and globally as a cornerstone of ESG strategies, reinforcing its commitment to driving systemic change and supporting businesses in meeting sustainability goals.
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