ESG and Sustainability

Demystifying ESG risks and opportunities for business sustainability

The global investment and corporate sectors have recognised that companies that benefit society also excel in business. Once optional, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes are now required due to investor, consumer, and employee demands for good ESG impacts. Contributing to society and the environment is no longer an option but a requirement. ESG frameworks improve transparency, objectivity, and accountability—however, varied frameworks, various reporting standards, and the growing ESG landscape cause complexity and uncertainty.

This workshop thoroughly examines ESG and sustainability reporting, stakeholder engagement, and rising global trends like the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), whether you are an experienced sustainability practitioner or new to the area. This workshop will help you understand ESG, navigate the confusing language of the ESG world, and lead your business in constructing a high-impact ESG programme.

Table of Contents

Workshop Outlines

Part 1: The Evolvement of ESG and Sustainability

  • What is ESG and sustainability
  • CSR vs ESG
  • Driving forces of ESG and sustainability
  • Rationale for ESG and sustainability

Part 2: How to Effectively Communicate ESG and Sustainability

  • Stakeholders engagement
  • Demystifying ESG and sustainability reporting
  • Case studies – dos and don’ts of ESG and sustainability communication

Part 3: What’s next – the future of ESG and sustainability

  • The importance of due diligence and reducing greenwashing
  • Focus on real impact
  • Carbon pricing – What do you need to know about CBAM

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

  1. Explain what is ESG and sustainability 
  2. Describe the forces driving adoption of ESG and sustainability
  3. Recognise the good and bad practices in communicating ESG and sustainability
  4. Apply ESG and sustainability reporting practices in your organisation  
  5. Identify the key trends in ESG and sustainability

Workshop Benefits

  1. Gain valuable ESG and sustainability knowledge from industry practitioners to effectively apply either independently or within your professional environment.
  2. Pose direct inquiries.
  3. Benefit from industry peers’ insights.
  4. Access comprehensive workshop materials such as workshop slides and worksheet.
  5. Gain certifications to advance your career.

About the Trainers

Jia Xin Ng is our ESG and sustainability consultant and a HRD Corp-certified trainer. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management from Universiti Malaya, Malaysia, and has years of practical working experience with public listed companies. Her expertise lies in global sustainability reporting frameworks and standards (i.e. GRI, SASB, TCFD and UNSDGs), securities exchange listing requirements on ESG (i.e. Bursa Malaysia), sustainability indices and ratings (i.e. S&P Global DJSI, Bloomberg GEI, CDP, FTSE4Good, EcoVadis, MSCI, Sustainalytics and SPOTT), materiality assessment, sustainability key performance indicators and targets, sustainability policy and procedure, and ESG training.

Testimonials

"Good experience of critical thinking journey session & adequate sharing information on sustainability knowledge. kudos to the presenter/speaker!!"
Esmadi Mohd Sanusi
CFO at Intensive Energy Sdn. Bhd.
"This was a very insightful workshop with a wealth of experience and knowledge shared by our humble speakers. This was a great workshop for us to refresh our knowledge."
Aida Zainal
Health and Safety Consultant

Available Dates

Date: 22nd May 2025

Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, MYT

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (due to variation in number of participants, final venue details will be mailed at least 14 days before the workshop commences) 

Language: English

Fees: RM 900 per pax 

Date: 05th June 2025

Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, MYT

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (due to variation in number of participants, final venue details will be mailed at least 14 days before the workshop commences) 

Language: Mandarin

Fees: RM 900 per pax 

FAQs

Who is this workshop designed for?

Our workshop is tailored for businesses, executives, employees, sustainability practitioners, sustainability practitioners, who are interested in enhancing their understanding of ESG and sustainability principles.

Absolutely. Whether you’re new to sustainability or an experienced practitioner, this workshop offers valuable insights for all levels of expertise.

Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of ESG concepts, learn practical strategies for implementation, and stay updated on the latest global sustainability trends, equipping them to drive positive change within their organisations.

Yes, the workshop includes interactive sessions, case studies, and group activities to enhance engagement and facilitate active learning.

The workshop duration is 4 hours. Please check the event details or contact us for specific information on the workshop you are interested in attending.

Yes, our workshops often include networking sessions, allowing participants to connect with fellow attendees and industry experts, fostering valuable professional relationships.

Yes, upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will receive a certificate acknowledging their participation and the topics covered during the workshop.

Yes, this workshop is 100% HRD Corp claimable. We will provide you with relevant documents for claiming purpose upon your registration. 

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Download the brochure and fill out the registration form here. Please send the completed registration form to [email protected].