Malaysia

Propelling the ESG agenda across Asia

A-EPIC’s local initiatives culminate in a regional summit and awards to accelerate sustainability leadership

Understanding the ‘values’ of wastes

Compared to 25 years ago, awareness of environmental issues among the public and businesses in Malaysia has increased significantly, with more environment-related terminologies and concepts being introduced, from “reduce, reuse, recycle (3R)” to “sustainable development”, and now “ESG” and “circular economy”.

The hidden value of waste

Repurposing waste is an opportunity to innovate, reduce costs and create new revenue streams, fostering a sustainable future through collaboration and a circular mindset

The Hidden Value of Waste

Properly managed scraps can unlock untapped economic value through recycling, repurposing and waste-to-energy efforts.

Climate pledges or publicity stunts?

Are climate pledges true sustainability efforts or just publicity stunts? With stricter disclosure rules and investors pushing for transparency, carbon reporting can no longer be a branding exercise.

Harnessing the power of sustainability

SMALL and medium enterprises (SMEs) and supply chains have something crucial in common – they can have an enormous impact on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Lestari Awards 2025 officially launched: A platform for inspiring sustainability initiatives

JAKARTA: The Lestari Awards 2025 has been officially launched, marking the beginning of a nationwide search for sustainability initiatives that contribute to the future of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) practices in Indonesia.

The path to green

The curiosity of business operators eager to drive green change was satisfied at the ESG Positive Impact Awards 2024 (ESG PIA) Winners Showcase, held recently at Menara Star. The event featured speakers and exhibitors from various industries excelling in the green space—all previous ESG PIA winners.

The rising importance of sustainability reporting

SUSTAINABILITY reporting is now crucial for businesses to remain competitive. Regulations such as the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and Withhold Release Orders (WRO) compel companies to adopt sustainable practices to retain market access.

Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 now open for entries

The Inquirer ESG Edge Impact Awards 2025 is now accepting entries from companies leading the way in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence in the Philippines. This prestigious programme honours outstanding corporate initiatives that drive sustainability and social responsibility.