Friday, July 5, 2024 AXA Hong Kong and Macau (“AXA”) celebrated its “Week for Good 2024,” an annual global volunteer service campaign dedicated to sustainability. This year’s theme centered on water and the environment. Around 1,000 employees and financial consultants participated in impactful activities, including coastal cleanups and upcycling workshops, to raise awareness about clean water and advocate for the preservation of Hong Kong’s marine ecosystem.
Timed to coincide with World Environment Day on June 5th, these activities align with AXA’s new climate strategy and commitments, reinforcing the company’s efforts to combat climate change and enhance clean water and sanitation initiatives. Approximately 300 AXA volunteers, including employees, financial consultants, and their families, participated in the coastal cleanup at Shui Hau Wan, successfully removing over 500kg of waste. Water is essential for human existence.
As the global population grows, fresh water has become increasingly scarce. Climate change exacerbates this issue, with extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and landslides posing escalating threats to global water resources. By 2030, there is an estimated 40% deficit in available freshwater resources.
Addressing these challenges requires immediate action to educate current and future generations about preserving this vital resource. From June 3 – 14, AXA volunteers engaged in various environmental workshops and activities orga.