Hong Kong – Climate Finance Asia (previously known as Carbon Care Asia), a sustainable finance consultancy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan To as the Chief Executive Officer. Alan has led global and regional sustainability & ESG strategic marketing functions in various global companies including S&P Global, ERM, Lloyd’s Register, and Bayer for decades, from strategic planning to successful implementation, contributing to the growth of the business. He will lead Climate Finance Asia in its mission to achieve a zero-carbon economy for all, by promoting sustainability practices and raising climate competence in business, government and community organisations.
“With Mr. To at the helm, Climate Finance Asia looks forward to expanding its reach and impact in the region. The organization is committed to working with partners and stakeholders to shape the world with a stable climate enabling the sustainable development of all people,” said Water Cheung, Chairman of Climate Finance Asia.
“In addition, Alan co-founds two social enterprises in Hong Kong with one of them aiming to bring essential elements of nature to foster sustainable well-being. He has a strong passion for serving local communities and has been nominated for the Spirit of Hong Kong Award 2020. His “From Boots to Board” achievements and commitment to sustainable development of society make him the ideal talent to guide the organization through its next phase of strategic growth and impact,” said Chong Chan Yau, Co-founder and Board Director of Climate Finance Asia.
“I am honored to join Climate Finance Asia, a Hong Kong based Asian sustainable finance company with a strong climate impact legacy,” said Alan To. “I am thrilled to collaborate with our highly experienced team of industry experts and scholars to live up to our company values: Care for the planet, prosperity for all people, and inter-generational justice to enable an undiminished legacy for future generations.”