Mar 9, 2026
Geely Auto Becomes the First and Only Chinese Automaker Named to S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, Honored as “Industry Mover”
Mar 9, 2026

Recently, leading international ratings agency S&P Global officially released the Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (the “Yearbook – Global Edition”). Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (0175.HK) was recognized for its outstanding performance in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), achieving a significant leap forward in S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

 

Standing out among 78 global automotive manufacturers assessed, Geely was selected for the Yearbook – Global Edition for the first time. Upon its debut, it secured a place among only eight automotive manufacturers worldwide included this year — and notably, it is the only Chinese automaker on the list — marking a historic breakthrough.

 

Key Honors Achieved in the S&P Global CSA

 

  • First Chinese automaker ever included in the Yearbook – Global Edition, ranking Top 5 globally among automotive manufacturers by CSA score*, and receiving the prestigious “Industry Mover” distinction.
  • Selected for the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition)# for three consecutive years (2023–2025), maintaining the No.1 CSA score among Chinese automakers. In 2025, Geely also earned the “Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score” title among Chinese enterprises for the first time.

 

*As of February 28

#The official title of the China Edition is the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition), typically released each May.  

 

As the first and only Chinese automaker ever selected for the Yearbook – Global Edition, Geely Auto Group has delivered a landmark achievement for China’s automotive industry on this globally authoritative ESG platform. This recognition not only affirms Geely’s long-term commitment and systematic investment in ESG excellence, but also underscores its leadership in sustainable development among Chinese automakers. More broadly, it reflects the rising presence of Chinese companies at the forefront of global sustainable development.

 

The S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook is based on annual CSA results and is widely regarded as one of the most influential corporate sustainability benchmarks worldwide. This year’s assessment evaluated more than 9,200 companies globally, with only 848 companies across 59 industries earning inclusion. Among them, 81 were Chinese companies, and just 15 received the “Industry Mover” distinction.

 

 

About Geely Auto Group

Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. As a part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands.

 

Geely Auto achieved cumulative sales of 3,024,567 units in 2025, exceeding the full-year sales target with a year-on-year growth of 39%. New energy vehicle (NEV) sales reached 1,687,767 units, a year-on-year increase of 90%.

 

With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems.

 

As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. The Group strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation.

 

Press Contact:

Geely Auto International Corporation Public Relations

geely.global.pr@geely.com

 

 

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