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Globe and Mail
29-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
GTJAI Achieved 'Carbon Neutrality' at Operational Level for the Third Consecutive Year
HONG KONG, July 29, 2025 - (ACN Newswire) - July 25, Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited ('GTJAI' or the 'Company', stock code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is pleased to announce that while actively saving energy and reducing emissions，it has successfully offset its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions totaling 609.29 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent for the year 2024 by subscribing to the carbon credits issued under the international Verified Carbon Standard (VCS). This marks the third consecutive year that GTJAI has achieved 'carbon neutrality' at the operational level, demonstrating the Company's leading practice and commitment to green operation. The carbon credits come from 'Guoluo Grassland Sustainable Management Project' located in Guoluo Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China. It is dedicated to the restoration of degraded grassland ecosystems, based on the holistic nature of the ecosystems, in line with the concept of ecological civilization construction, and to effectively respond to the challenges of climate change. The project is also the first grassland carbon project in China receiving both VCS certification and the Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standards (CCB) - CCB-Biodiversity Gold Level certification. In recent years, GTJAI has been continuously reducing its operational carbon footprint through systematic energy saving and emission reduction initiatives, which is the core support for the achievement of 'carbon neutrality', including vigorously implementing energy-saving renovation of office space, deepening digitalization and paperless transformation, and implementing stringent waste management (100% safe recycling of hazardous waste by 2024). Solid internal emission reduction efforts, combined with carbon offsetting through high-quality carbon credits, enabled the Company to achieve 'carbon neutrality' at the operational level. Adhering to the core philosophy of 'finance for the country, finance for the people, finance for the good', GTJAI has always placed sustainable development at the core of its corporate strategy. The Company is committed to supporting the real economy through financial services while facilitating the green transformation of its corporate clients. In 2024, the Company successfully completed 90 sustainable finance projects covering green bonds, sustainable bonds and green sector IPOs with a total issuance volume of HK$179.8 billion, significantly broadening the financing pipeline for the green industry. Meanwhile, the private equity sector is actively engaged in the sustainability sector, with more than half of its investments focusing on ESG-related industries. Looking ahead, GTJAI will deepen the level of ESG governance, fully integrate ESG factors into its operations and management processes, further leverage its professional strengths and enhance the level of green financial services capabilities. Through innovative products and services, GTJAI will proactively contribute to the realization of the country's 'dual carbon' goal and promote the high-quality development of the economy and society. About GTJAI Guotai Junan International ('GTJAI', Stock Code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is the market leader and first mover for internationalization of Chinese Securities Company as well as the first Chinese securities broker listed on the Main Board of The Hong Kong Stock Exchange through initial public offering. Based in Hong Kong with subsidiaries in Singapore, Vietnam and Macau, GTJAI's business covers major markets around the world, offering high-quality and diversified comprehensive financial services for clients' overseas asset allocation. Core business includes brokerage, corporate finance, asset management, loans and financing, financial products, which cover three dimensions including individual finance (wealth management), institutional finance (institutional investor services and corporate finance) and investment management. GTJAI has been assigned 'Baa2' and 'BBB+' long term issuer rating from Moody and Standard & Poor respectively, as well as an MSCI ESG 'A' rating, Wind ESG 'A' rating and SynTao Green Finance 'A' rating in ESG. Additionally, its S&P Global ESG score leads 84% of its global peers. The controlling shareholder, Guotai Haitong Securities (Stock Code: is the comprehensive financial provider with a long-term, sustainable and overall leading position in the China's capital markets. For more information about GTJAI, please visit ]]> Source: Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire . All rights reserved.
Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
GTJAI Achieved "Carbon Neutrality" at Operational Level for the Third Consecutive Year
HONG KONG, July 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited ("GTJAI" or the "Company", stock code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is pleased to announce that while actively saving energy and reducing emissions, it has successfully offset its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions totaling 609.29 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent for the year 2024 by subscribing to the carbon credits issued under the international Verified Carbon Standard (VCS). This marks the third consecutive year that GTJAI has achieved "carbon neutrality" at the operational level, demonstrating the Company's leading practice and commitment to green operation. The carbon credits come from "Guoluo Grassland Sustainable Management Project" located in Guoluo Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China. It is dedicated to the restoration of degraded grassland ecosystems, based on the holistic nature of the ecosystems, in line with the concept of ecological civilization construction, and to effectively respond to the challenges of climate change. The project is also the first grassland carbon project in China receiving both VCS certification and the Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standards (CCB) - CCB-Biodiversity Gold Level certification. In recent years, GTJAI has been continuously reducing its operational carbon footprint through systematic energy saving and emission reduction initiatives, which is the core support for the achievement of "carbon neutrality", including vigorously implementing energy-saving renovation of office space, deepening digitalization and paperless transformation, and implementing stringent waste management (100% safe recycling of hazardous waste by 2024). Solid internal emission reduction efforts, combined with carbon offsetting through high-quality carbon credits, enabled the Company to achieve "carbon neutrality" at the operational level. Adhering to the core philosophy of "finance for the country, finance for the people, finance for the good", GTJAI has always placed sustainable development at the core of its corporate strategy. The Company is committed to supporting the real economy through financial services while facilitating the green transformation of its corporate clients. In 2024, the Company successfully completed 90 sustainable finance projects covering green bonds, sustainable bonds and green sector IPOs with a total issuance volume of HK$179.8 billion, significantly broadening the financing pipeline for the green industry. Meanwhile, the private equity sector is actively engaged in the sustainability sector, with more than half of its investments focusing on ESG-related industries. Looking ahead, GTJAI will deepen the level of ESG governance, fully integrate ESG factors into its operations and management processes, further leverage its professional strengths and enhance the level of green financial services capabilities. Through innovative products and services, GTJAI will proactively contribute to the realization of the country's "dual carbon" goal and promote the high-quality development of the economy and society. About GTJAI Guotai Junan International ("GTJAI", Stock Code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is the market leader and first mover for internationalization of Chinese Securities Company as well as the first Chinese securities broker listed on the Main Board of The Hong Kong Stock Exchange through initial public offering. Based in Hong Kong with subsidiaries in Singapore, Vietnam and Macau, GTJAI's business covers major markets around the world, offering high-quality and diversified comprehensive financial services for clients' overseas asset allocation. Core business includes brokerage, corporate finance, asset management, loans and financing, financial products, which cover three dimensions including individual finance (wealth management), institutional finance (institutional investor services and corporate finance) and investment management. GTJAI has been assigned "Baa2" and "BBB+" long term issuer rating from Moody and Standard & Poor respectively, as well as an MSCI ESG "A" rating, Wind ESG "A" rating and SynTao Green Finance "A" rating in ESG. Additionally, its S&P Global ESG score leads 84% of its global peers. The controlling shareholder, Guotai Haitong Securities (Stock Code: is the comprehensive financial provider with a long-term, sustainable and overall leading position in the China's capital markets. For more information about GTJAI, please visit View source version on Contacts ir@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
28-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
GTJAI Achieved 'Carbon Neutrality' at Operational Level for the Third Consecutive Year
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited ('GTJAI' or the 'Company', stock code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is pleased to announce that while actively saving energy and reducing emissions, it has successfully offset its Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions totaling 609.29 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent for the year 2024 by subscribing to the carbon credits issued under the international Verified Carbon Standard (VCS). This marks the third consecutive year that GTJAI has achieved 'carbon neutrality' at the operational level, demonstrating the Company's leading practice and commitment to green operation. The carbon credits come from 'Guoluo Grassland Sustainable Management Project' located in Guoluo Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China. It is dedicated to the restoration of degraded grassland ecosystems, based on the holistic nature of the ecosystems, in line with the concept of ecological civilization construction, and to effectively respond to the challenges of climate change. The project is also the first grassland carbon project in China receiving both VCS certification and the Climate, Community and Biodiversity Standards (CCB) - CCB-Biodiversity Gold Level certification. In recent years, GTJAI has been continuously reducing its operational carbon footprint through systematic energy saving and emission reduction initiatives, which is the core support for the achievement of 'carbon neutrality', including vigorously implementing energy-saving renovation of office space, deepening digitalization and paperless transformation, and implementing stringent waste management (100% safe recycling of hazardous waste by 2024). Solid internal emission reduction efforts, combined with carbon offsetting through high-quality carbon credits, enabled the Company to achieve 'carbon neutrality' at the operational level. Adhering to the core philosophy of 'finance for the country, finance for the people, finance for the good', GTJAI has always placed sustainable development at the core of its corporate strategy. The Company is committed to supporting the real economy through financial services while facilitating the green transformation of its corporate clients. In 2024, the Company successfully completed 90 sustainable finance projects covering green bonds, sustainable bonds and green sector IPOs with a total issuance volume of HK$179.8 billion, significantly broadening the financing pipeline for the green industry. Meanwhile, the private equity sector is actively engaged in the sustainability sector, with more than half of its investments focusing on ESG-related industries. Looking ahead, GTJAI will deepen the level of ESG governance, fully integrate ESG factors into its operations and management processes, further leverage its professional strengths and enhance the level of green financial services capabilities. Through innovative products and services, GTJAI will proactively contribute to the realization of the country's 'dual carbon' goal and promote the high-quality development of the economy and society. About GTJAI Guotai Junan International ('GTJAI', Stock Code: a company of Guotai Haitong Group, is the market leader and first mover for internationalization of Chinese Securities Company as well as the first Chinese securities broker listed on the Main Board of The Hong Kong Stock Exchange through initial public offering. Based in Hong Kong with subsidiaries in Singapore, Vietnam and Macau, GTJAI's business covers major markets around the world, offering high-quality and diversified comprehensive financial services for clients' overseas asset allocation. Core business includes brokerage, corporate finance, asset management, loans and financing, financial products, which cover three dimensions including individual finance (wealth management), institutional finance (institutional investor services and corporate finance) and investment management. GTJAI has been assigned 'Baa2' and 'BBB+' long term issuer rating from Moody and Standard & Poor respectively, as well as an MSCI ESG 'A' rating, Wind ESG 'A' rating and SynTao Green Finance 'A' rating in ESG. Additionally, its S&P Global ESG score leads 84% of its global peers. The controlling shareholder, Guotai Haitong Securities (Stock Code: is the comprehensive financial provider with a long-term, sustainable and overall leading position in the China's capital markets. For more information about GTJAI, please visit
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alcon's Latest Breakthrough Surgical Technology, Unity VCS, receives Health Canada approval
Combined vitreoretinal-cataract system (VCS) is cleared for use in Canada New, proprietary technology is designed to deliver significant surgical and workflow efficiencies First innovation to be introduced from Alcon's cutting-edge Unity portfolio of surgical equipment TORONTO, July 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcon, the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, today announced that UNITY® Vitreoretinal Cataract System (VCS) has received Health Canada approval. This innovation is the first to be introduced from Alcon's highly anticipated Unity portfolio. "Today marks an important day for Canadian ophthalmologists as we introduce the next generation of equipment solutions in cataract and vitreoretinal surgery, and we are grateful to those who helped us reach this milestone," said Franck Leveiller, Head of Global R&D and Chief Scientific Officer, Alcon. "We have a long legacy of engaging our customers throughout the research and development process to design bold innovations in ophthalmology. This approval is a significant milestone in delivering meaningful impact for Canadian Eye Care Professionals and patients." Unity VCS is Alcon's most advanced vitreoretinal and cataract surgical innovations combined together in one integrated platform. Unity VCS is designed to deliver enhanced workflow efficiencies over Alcon's current leading systems, CONSTELLATION® Vision System for vitreoretinal and combined procedures, and CENTURION® Vision System with ACTIVE SENTRY® for cataract surgery. "The first time I used Unity VCS in a wet lab environment, I had a real 'wow' reaction," said Dr. Rosa Braga-Mele, ophthalmologist and chair of Alcon's North America Cataract Core Advisory Board. "This is a proud moment to see the world-class innovation from Alcon receive approval in Canada. I'm particularly excited about the stability of the fluidics and cutting efficiency of the platform, which is quite remarkable and will create considerable surgical efficiencies." Unity VCS leverages a novel phacoemulsification modality to deliver up to two times faster nucleus removal^ with 40% less energy* into the eye1, and a first-of-its-kind phaco handpiece that estimates temperature at the incision site3. In vitreoretinal advancements, the new technology offers cutting speeds of up to 30,000 cuts per minute, the world's fastest vitrectomy probe#,2,3. The platform offers surgical stability and efficiency with a unique proprietary fluidics system3. "As a global market leader in cataract and retina surgical products4,5,6, Alcon recognizes that the increasing demand for these procedures7,8,9 necessitates enhanced workflow efficiencies and excellent patient outcomes," said Jeroen Bastemeijer, General Manager, Alcon Canada. "Unity VCS builds on Alcon's expertise in surgical equipment with pioneering innovations for vitreoretinal and cataract surgery—driving advancements from cutting speeds to fluidics management, to ergonomics and workflow. We are thrilled to bring this latest breakthrough technology, Unity VCS, to Canadian clinics in 2026." Alcon has tested Unity VCS during investigational advisory wet lab sessions with more than 200 highly experienced surgeons from 30+ countries. Commercial launch of Unity VCS is expected in early 2026. Unity VCS is the latest innovation from the Alcon Vision Suite—a portfolio of innovative products designed to help Eye Care Professionals increase clinic and OR efficiency, and deliver exceptional patient experiences. The Alcon Vision Suite will continue to grow with cutting-edge Unity products that are expected to be introduced over the coming years, adding to our market-leading legacy products, which will continue to be available and serviceable. Unity VCS will be supported by Alcon's training, product maintenance, and Services teams. About AlconAlcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people's lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at About UNITY VCSIndications / Intended Use3: The UNITY® VCS (Vitreoretinal Cataract System) console, when used with compatible devices, is indicated for use during anterior segment (i.e. phacoemulsification and removal of cataracts) and posterior segment (i.e. vitreoretinal) ophthalmic surgery. In addition, with the optional laser, this system is indicated for photocoagulation (i.e. vitreoretinal and macular pathologies), iridotomy and trabeculoplasty procedures. Please refer to the Directions for Use for the accessories/consumables and User Manual for a complete listing of indications, warnings, cautions and notes. ^2x faster nucleus removal than OZIL Torsional phaco*Based on N=10 HPs, Artificial cataract lens IOP 55 mmHg vacuum of 450 mmHg#Compared to Constellation HYPERVIT 20k vitrectomy probeOZIL - Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. References Alcon Data on File, 2024 - REF-24379. Alcon Data on File, 2024 - REF-24644. Unity VCS User Manual 2024 – REF-24980. Market Scope 2023 Retinal Surgical Device Market Report, 2023. Market Scope 2023 Cataract Surgical Equipment Market Report, 2023. Market Scope 2024 IOL Market Report, 2024. CNIB – Blindness in Canada, Accessed December 2, 2024 - REF-19527. The Prevalence of Canadian Vision Loss and Cataract Surgery, 2019 - REF-01661. Conference Board of Canada - Ophthalmology in Canada: Why Vision Loss Should Not Be Overlooked, 2020 - REF-10834. Connect with us onFacebook LinkedIn View source version on Contacts Media Relations Jane Lee Cheung+1 289 290 2393 (Canada)
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- The Hindu
Vivo X Fold 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: How these two foldables stand against each other
Samsung and Vivo have launched their respective foldable phones in India with an aim to democratise this novelty form factor. While Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is into its seventh generation while Vivo X Fold 5 is just the second phone from the Chinese smartphone maker. Both, Samsung and Vivo have stressed upon making their foldables more refined with a reduced body weight and dimensions while simultaneously scaling upon generative AI features to make these multitasking phones more productive. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 7 on July 9 while the Vivo X Fold 5 arrived on July 14 in India. Let's compare how these two foldable phones appear on table: Vivo X Fold 5 The Vivo X Fold 5 has a 6.53 inch AMOLED cover display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 4,500 nits peak brightness. The main screen measures 8.03 inch AMOLED with similar refresh rate and peak brightness. The cover screen is being protected by second gen Armor glass. Vivo X Fold 5 claims to be 9.2 mm when folded and 4.3 mm when opened. It also claims a weight of 217 grams. The Vivo X Fold 5 holds a 6,000 mAh battery, largest on any foldable, along with an 80 W charger. It also supports 40 W wireless charging. Vivo X Fold 5 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with up to 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512 GB UFS 4.1 storage. It operates on Funtouch OS 15 based on Android 15. Vivo X Fold 5 will have a 50 MP VCS bionic main camera, a 50 MP ZEISS telephoto camera 3x optical zoom and up to 100x HyperZoom along with a 50 MP ultrawide lens. The X Fold 5 has a 20 MP front lens on the cover screen and a 20 MP on the main display. The Vivo X Fold 5 starts at ₹1,49,999. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Samsung has done some improvement in the Fold 7 design and now it claims a weight of 215 grams. The phone is 8.99mm thick in folded state while 4.2mm being unfolded. Galaxy Z Fold 7 has an of 8 inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main display with 2,600 nits peak brightness and a dynamic refresh rate of 120 Hz. The cover display is of 6.5 inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with similar brightness and refresh rate. The cover screen of the phone gets Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 protection while the back has Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Galaxy Z Fold 7 ships with a 4,400 mAh battery and it supports 25 W charging along with wireless charging option. It is IP48 rated for dust, water and immersion. Galaxy Z Fold 7 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with up to 16 GB RAM and 1 TB storage. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 sports a 200 MP main camera along with a 12 MP ultrawide which acts as macro too and a 10 MP telephoto lens. The cover screen holds a 10 MP selfie lens while the inner display front camera has been increased to 10 MP. Galaxy Z Fold costs ₹1,74,999.
