Elevating ESG: Empirical Lessons on Environmental, Social and Governance Implementation of Chinese Projects in Africa

Cecilia  Springer; Keyi Tang; Christoph Nedopil; Chris Alden; Cobus Van Staden

Elevating ESG: Empirical Lessons on Environmental, Social and Governance Implementation of Chinese Projects in Africa

Cecilia Springer
, Keyi Tang
, Christoph Nedopil
, Chris Alden
, Cobus Van Staden

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Abstract

This report assesses the environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices of Chinese-financed infrastructure projects in Africa, within the context of substantial investment needs for African nations to achieve the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). China plays a crucial role in potential achievement of these goals, providing finance and infrastructure development capacity through aid, loans, foreign direct investment, dedicated funds and contracting services. In the larger picture, Chinese financing has been empirically demonstrated as beneficial, contributing to economic growth and local livelihood improvements, but
also presents notable risks, including environmental degradation and social and governance concerns.

Original language	English
Publisher	Boston University Global Development Policy Center
Number of pages	56
Publication status	Published - Aug 2023

UN SDGs

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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

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