On July 30th, 2021, Budweiser China was recognized as a top Corporate Social Responsibility company in China by Southern Weekly at the 13th Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Summit in Guangzhou. Budweiser China received the No.3 ranking of all "2020 CSR Rankings for Enterprises in China", winning the top ranking among the Food & Beverage industry, among multinational companies and among all manufacturers. Budweiser China also received recognition through winning three awards of: “Outstanding Enterprise with Strong Sense of Responsibility”, “Low-Carbon Pioneer of the year" and “CSR Role Model Company of the Year” three awards. The annual meeting of Southern Weekly is one of the top standard and highest profile events in the field of corporate social responsibility in China. This time, Budweiser China was honored for its continuous commitment to advocate sustainability in modern Chinese society, outstanding contributions in the field of social responsibility, and influence to actively promote positive social energy.

Southern Weekly Corporate Social Responsibility Summit Event in 2020

This year’s topic focused on “Accelerate the green development of enterprises”. In line with our 2025 Sustainability Goals, Budweiser China shared the practice and implementation of sustainable development in areas including smart agriculture, water conservation, circular packaging, and climate action in China. Budweiser China has been taking action to address climate change and promote the goal of "carbon neutrality", with committing to achieving AB InBev's first carbon neutral brewery globally in 2021 at our Wuhan Brewery, and contributing to the "3060" dual carbon goal of the Chinese government. Budweiser China is committed to bringing consumers more premium and personalized products portfolio, while practicing corporate social responsibility in the areas of smart drinking, sustainability and community growth, and more to make a better world.

Budweiser China announcing our commitment to achieve Carbon Neutrality at Wuhan Brewery in 2021

Southern Weekly takes comprehensive consideration on the performance of the responsibilities of three major types of companies, namely state-owned enterprise, private and multinational companies, which has enjoyed a fair and credible reputation in the business circle and society for many years, and has been widely recognized. The selection indicators cover seven aspects, including responsibility governance, fair operation, products and innovation, etc. This year, after strict screening, Budweiser China not only ranked in the top, but also won 3 major CSR awards, showing company’s efforts on commitment. China enjoys a promising prospect for the development and innovation of corporate social responsibility. Budweiser China will continue to promote the development of corporate social responsibility in China and bring people together to explore a bright future for the entire society.