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ESG in Malaysia: What We Can Learn from the Leading Companies

The term ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) was first coined in 2004 by the United Nations Global Compact, pressing companies to be more responsible for their environmental and social impact. Investors are increasingly seeking out companies that demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, prompting businesses worldwide to integrate ESG considerations into their core strategies. Malaysia has […]
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EU Cracks Down on Greenwashing: What is Greenwashing and What Businesses Need to Know

With a growing focus on sustainability and environmental responsibilities, we have heard a lot of sustainability-related terms from the advertisement of consumer products or even some financial products, but do you really believe it? Investors and consumers are increasingly seeking out sustainable products and services. However, a deceptive marketing tactic known as greenwashing can mislead […]
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Revolutionising Palm Oil: How Drones are Driving Sustainable Plantations in Malaysia

Sustainable plantation management with drone technology empowers Malaysia to balance palm oil production and environmental health for a sustainable future. This ensures long-term resource use and a healthy planet for generations to come. Table of Contents What is Sustainable Plantation Management? Sustainable plantation management is the practice of cultivating plantations in a manner which protect […]
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Sustainability Reporting Standards: IFRS & EFRAG Release Guidance for Both ISSB & CSRD Compliance

On 2 May 2024, the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation and European Financial Reporting Group (EFRAG) together published a guidance for companies complying with both ISSB and CSRD sustainability reporting standards. The IFRS Foundation and EFRAG are organizations that set international standards for sustainability reporting. The ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) standards were released […]
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Mitigating Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Palm Oil Production: How Chlorine Dioxide Can Help?

Malaysia’s palm oil industry, a giant supplying a third of the world’s consumption (78 million metric tons in 2023) and contributing significantly to its GDP (2.4%), faces a critical challenge: greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from production waste. Mitigating these emissions is not just environmentally crucial but essential for the industry’s survival. The EU, a major export market, is phasing out palm oil […]
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MIDA’s Domestic Investment Accelerator Fund – ESG Adoption: A Hands-On Guide for SMEs and Mid-Tier Companies

The emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles within Malaysia’s Budget 2024 signifies a progressive step towards a sustainable future. Recognising this, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has taken a proactive initiative to empower domestic small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) in their ESG and sustainability journeys by introducing the […]
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Managing Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Guide for Malaysian SMEs

In today’s world, greenhouse gas emissions are a pressing issue that all small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) must address. A company’s greenhouse gas disclosure is closely linked to its attractiveness to institutional investors and is now an integral part of risk assessment. As regulations and stock exchange requirements drive multinational corporations and listed companies to […]
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