NaaS Technology Recognized for Sustainable Engagement in EV Charging Sector
NaaS Technology Honored with 2025 Sustainable Consumer Engagement Award
NaaS Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: NAAS) has recently been awarded the iconic 2025 Sustainable Consumer Engagement Award by the British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai. This recognition positions NaaS as the sole recipient in the electric vehicle (EV) charging service sector, reflecting its commitment to advancing sustainable consumption practices and sustaining its exemplary Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance.
The award was presented during the 2025 Sustainable Development Innovation Awards Ceremony, a significant event that acknowledges enterprises demonstrating notable environmental impact and innovative commercial strategies within the Chinese market. This year, NaaS stood out among illustrious finalists including Trip.com, Xiaomi, Ant Digital Technologies, Siemens, KPMG, and AstraZeneca.
The Sustainable Consumer Engagement Award specifically recognizes organizations that have implemented effective and innovative models in promoting green consumption and sustainability over the past 18 months. Evaluation criteria included the development of comprehensive green product and service offerings, low-carbon marketing systems, and the effectiveness of sustainability communication. A significant focus is placed on the ways these companies influence consumer awareness and encourage eco-friendly purchasing habits.
Yubo Zhai, the General Manager of Sustainability at NaaS, conveyed, "This award reinforces the acknowledgment NaaS continues to receive for our ESG initiatives. Earlier this year, we were ranked first in the retail sector in China, and seventh globally in SP Global's 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), receiving a score that places us in the top 1% of global retail companies."
In 2024, NaaS unveiled their upgraded ESG strategy, featuring a forward-thinking approach dubbed the GREEN strategy, built upon five key pillars: Governance, Reinvention, Eco-consciousness, Empathy, and Nurture. This all-inclusive framework bolsters full-life cycle ESG management across the entire business spectrum, ensuring the active engagement of end consumers.
As a pioneering new energy asset operation service provider in China, NaaS intelligently connects EV charging supply and demand through advanced AI technologies, ensuring a smart and user-friendly charging experience for electric vehicle owners. In parallel, the company provides substantial support to charging station operators, enhancing their operational efficiency and boosting profitability.
As of September 30, 2024, NaaS had established connections with over 96,000 charging stations and more than 1.146 million chargers, thereby laying down a robust foundation for a digitized and low-carbon service ecosystem deeply integrated with the new energy landscape.
About NaaS Technology Inc.
NaaS Technology Inc. holds the distinction of being the first U.S.-listed EV charging service provider in China. Operated as a subsidiary of Newlinks Technology Limited, a front-runner in energy digitalization in the region, NaaS focuses on delivering state-of-the-art new energy asset operation services. The company is dedicated to intelligently aligning charging supply with demand, offering EV users a seamless, efficient, and innovative charging experience. Additionally, NaaS empowers charging station operators to enhance their operations, driving efficiency and profitability across the sector.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, NaaS is committed to maintaining its leadership role in the green energy landscape and aims to further revolutionize how EV charging services are offered. As the demand for sustainable energy solutions increases, NaaS is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing eco-friendly practices within the industry, ensuring that both environmental integrity and consumer engagement are prioritized in all operations.
This award reaffirms NaaS’ dedication to sustainable development and the impact it continues to make in the EV charging sector. With ongoing innovations and a values-based approach, the company reaffirms its status as a leader in the green energy space, setting a benchmark for sustainability in the consumer engagement arena.