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How to Evaluate Carbon Credit Projects: A Due Diligence Guide for Fund Managers

Takeaways Carbon credit fund managers must assess whether credits represent real, additional and durable climate impact. The fund’s first strategic decision is whether to focus on avoidance credits or removal credits. The second decision is whether to participate in compliance or voluntary carbon markets. Additionality, permanence, leakage, methodology rigour and social safeguards should form the […]
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GHG Scope 1 and Scope 2 Verification in Malaysia: What Companies Need to Prepare Before NSRF Assurance Starts in 2027

Takeaways Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG verification is becoming important as Malaysia moves towards NSRF-aligned sustainability assurance. Companies should prepare early by improving emissions data, evidence, methodology and internal controls. Digital tools can help companies organise GHG data and reduce manual errors without overcomplicating the process. GHG verification requires support from finance, sustainability, operations, […]
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GHG Scope 1, 2 and 3 Emissions in Malaysia: How to Measure Business Travel and Employee Commuting under Scope 3

Takeaways Malaysian companies should understand Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions for ESG, NSRF, IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 readiness. Business travel and employee commuting are minimum Scope 3 categories under Bursa Malaysia’s sustainability reporting requirements. These two categories are also recognised Scope 3 categories under the GHG Protocol used in IFRS S2. […]
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Climate Risk and Opportunity Assessment in Malaysia: A Practical Guide to Qualitative Climate Scenario Analysis under IFRS S2

Takeaways Climate risk and opportunity assessment helps Malaysian companies understand how climate-related matters may affect strategy, operations, financial performance and resilience. Qualitative climate scenario analysis is a practical starting point for organisations preparing for IFRS S2 and NSRF reporting without advanced climate modelling capabilities. Companies should assess physical climate risks, transition risks and climate-related opportunities […]
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Double Materiality Assessment in Malaysia: How Companies Can Assess ESG Impacts, Risks and Financial Implications

Takeaways Double materiality assessment helps companies identify ESG matters from both impact and financial perspectives. The financial perspective is critical because sustainability-related risks and opportunities can affect revenue, costs, assets, financing, operations and long-term business resilience. Malaysian companies preparing for NSRF, IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 should strengthen their materiality process by involving finance, risk, […]
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Sustainability Risk and Opportunity Assessment in Malaysia: How Companies Can Prepare for IFRS S1 and NSRF Reporting

Takeaways Sustainability risk and opportunity assessment helps Malaysian companies identify ESG matters that may affect strategy, financial performance, resilience, and reporting readiness. IFRS S1 and NSRF require companies to connect sustainability-related risks and opportunities with governance, strategy, risk management, metrics, targets, and business prospects. Companies should assess both risks and opportunities, including climate-related physical risks, […]
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SSM Proposed Sustainability Reporting Amendments to the Companies Act 2016: Key Implications for Malaysian Companies

Takeaways SSM’s proposed amendments signal Malaysia’s shift from voluntary sustainability disclosure towards a more structured and eventually mandatory reporting regime. Non-listed companies may be increasingly affected as the proposed requirements are expected to apply in phases based on revenue and number of employees. Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions will be the starting point, […]
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ESG and NSRF Readiness for Malaysian Public Listed Companies: Where Should You Start?

Takeaways A sustainability report is only credible when it is supported by proper ESG governance, reliable data, clear processes and accountability. NSRF readiness requires companies to connect sustainability matters with governance, strategy, risk management, metrics, targets and climate-related disclosures. Existing sustainability reports should be reviewed to assess whether they are aligned with NSRF, IFRS S1 […]
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What CEOs and CFOs Should Know About Climate Scenario Analysis under IFRS S2

Takeaways Climate scenario analysis under IFRS S2 helps organisations assess how climate-related risks and opportunities may affect business strategy, financial performance, and long-term resilience. CEOs should view climate scenario analysis as a strategic planning tool, not only a sustainability reporting requirement. CFOs play a key role in translating climate risks into financial impacts, including revenue, […]
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How Carbon Credit Projects Make Money: Revenue and Financing Models

Takeaways Carbon credit projects generate revenue primarily through the creation and sale of verified carbon credits. Developers can secure upfront funding through offtake agreements, carbon-backed financing, and investment partnerships. Carbon exchanges, brokers, traders, lenders, and investors all play important roles in the carbon market ecosystem. Technology providers have created additional business opportunities beyond direct carbon […]
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