Leverage Limited

WHO WE ARE:   Leverage Limited is an international third-party company, committing to providing services with attitudes of integrity, transparency, and responsibility.    Our services include factory audit, verification, product inspection, E-commerce supplier management, training, ESG solution customization, CSR/ESG report Service, GHG Emissions Verification Service, and CDP Carbon Disclosure Counseling, Ecovadis/SBTi/SAQ/SCA Counseling，ILO-SCORE Project, etc. We provide one-stop solution and value-added services to our international customers and the supplier chain worldwide.   Our Accreditations: - SA8000 Certification Body approved by SAI (NO.19-046) - CNAS NO. IB0605 - Certification Institution of CNCA (CNCA-R-2020-707) - Member of IIAF International Institute of Anti-Fraud - Authorizing agency for the SCORE Project of ILO - UNGC Signatory - UNEP Life Cycle Initiative member - Founder of Zhejiang Association Of International Digital Trade - Member of "One Belt One Road"Certification Information Service Platform - Member of the Life Cycle Green Management Professional Committee - Founder of CSRD China Supply Chain Responsible Data Platform - Member of CCCA (China Corporate Climate Action) - AA1000 sustainable development (ESG) report verification agency - Member of Science-Based Target Initiative (SBTi) - Supporter of TCFD - Accreditation agency of Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) China - Signatory of United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI) Leverage offers clients with services including factory audit, certification, validation, inspection, product testing, e-commerce supply chain management, training, Eco Vadis technical consulting, SCORE Business Sustainability training programs, service certification, product certification, ISO Management System certification (ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO) 14001 Environmental management system, ISO 45001 Occupational Health and safety management system, ISO 13485 medical device quality management system, ISO 37001 anti-bribery management system, ISO 37301 compliance management system, , SA8000 Social Responsibility management system, mysterious visitor service, OCI Marine plastic recycling certification, corporate integrity evaluation, customized CSR solutions and CSR report preparation, carbon neutral related services, ESG report preparation, ESG strategic consulting, AA1000 sustainability report verification, RSPO registration and technical services, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) project technical advisory services, etc. Leverage provides clients with one-stop solutions and a range of value-added services worldwide.   Feel free to contact us when you needed.

According to recent reports from foreign media, the European Union is actively promoting a joint procurement mechanism worth €9 million. The core objective of this mechanism is to enhance the bargaining power of participants by consolidating procurement orders, thus obtaining more favorable terms and prices. This strategy aims to support the EU's demand for critical minerals and energy during its green transition. Currently, the EU is selecting platform developers from eight bidding companies, including Germany's Metalshub and Enmacc, which have submitted a joint bidding proposal. They plan to leverage existing metal and energy trading platforms to support this EU project.

On October 16, 2024, the 4th ESG Global Leaders Conference commenced in Huangpu District, Shanghai, under the theme "Promoting Global ESG Cooperation, Development, and Win-Win Results." This event was jointly organized by CITIC Group and Sina Group, with support from Sina Finance and CITIC Publishing Group. During the conference, the first comprehensive report on the development of ESG at the local level in China, titled "Practicing Sustainable Development: Shanghai ESG Development Report 2024" , was officially unveiled to the public.

In the context of globalization and climate change, sustainable development and carbon neutrality have become a global consensus and action guideline. Shanghai University of Science and Technology has kept pace with this trend by launching its first cross-university micro-program, "Sustainable Development and Carbon Neutrality," on September 22, 2024. This marks a significant step for the university in cultivating professional talent in this field. The micro-program is co-led by Shanghai University of Science and Technology and the Shanghai Energy Efficiency Center, relying on the teaching collaboration group of universities in the northeast region of Shanghai, and collaborates with top domestic companies in the "carbon neutrality" sector for teaching purposes. The first session has attracted outstanding undergraduate students from seven universities in northeast of Shanghai, demonstrating the broad appeal of this field and the students' enthusiasm. At the opening ceremony, the "Carbon Neutrality Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology Industry Academy's Integration of Production and Education Practice Base" in Shanghai was officially established, providing students with a platform for practice and innovation. Mr. Qu Weifeng, Chairman of the Leverage Sustainable Development Committee, has been appointed as an external mentor for this micro-program, leveraging his extensive practical experience and solid theoretical foundation in the fields of sustainable development and carbon neutrality.

On September 19, 2024, Mr. Buddhi Weerasinghe, Chief Project Officer of BluWin Limited, and his team visited Leverage and had a friendly discussion with Chief Operating Officer Mr. Fei Cheng and a group of colleagues. During the meeting, Mr. Fei first introduced the projects and experiences of Leverage in the areas of carbon neutrality, supply chain management, and ESG. Mr. Buddhi Weerasinghe expressed his recognition and support for Leverage's current work. The two parties then engaged in an in-depth discussion about the opportunities, challenges, and visions in the current areas of cooperation and future collaboration directions.

On September 4, 2024, Mr. Fei Cheng, Chief Operating Officer of Leverage, attended the fifth event in the series “Visiting Member Enterprises of the United Nations Global Compact” at the invitation of the UN Global Compact (UNGC). The event took place at the Suzano Asia Innovation Center in Brazil, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Brazil, as well as the upcoming G20 Summit in Brazil. The focus of the event was on sustainable finance, attracting numerous guests from the Climate Bonds Initiative, financial institutions, and the Suzano headquarters in Brazil.

In the context of globalization and sustainable development, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the establishment of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards are increasingly gaining attention. On September 19, 2024, Leverage was honored to be invited to the "Legal Support for Sustainable Business Development - The Second Yangtze River Delta Corporate Legal Conference" held at the W Hotel in Hongkou, Shanghai. This conference brought together experts, scholars, and practitioners from the government, legal, and business sectors to discuss the role of the rule of law in promoting sustainable business development and the application of ESG standards in corporate operations. Mr. Qu Weifeng, chairman of Leverage Sustainable Development Committee, attended the conference with a group of colleagues.

In the long river of time, a decade is but a fleeting moment, yet for Leverage, these ten years have been a precious period filled with challenges and growth. From 2014 to 2024, we have not only witnessed the transformation of the industry, but also met, known, and stayed with each partner in a probability of one in 1.8 billion. On September 20, 2024, we came together in the office to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Leverage, alongside our online partners, we took the time to reflect on the memorable moments of the past decade and our collective efforts toward advancing China's development.

On September 20, 2024, Leverage released its third consecutive "Carbon Neutrality Roadmap Action Report," which comprehensively showcases our ongoing practices and ambitions in the field of carbon neutrality. The report provides in-depth disclosure of Leverage's concrete actions regarding governance structure, strategic planning, risk control, and the achievement of key indicators and objectives, highlighting our firm commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development. In this report, we adhere to the guidance of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) under the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the standards of IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures. Based on the four pillars of governance, strategy, risk management, and metrics and targets, the report comprehensively presents Leverage's actions and achievements in carbon neutrality, demonstrating our resilience in addressing climate change challenges and our positive impact on the industry.