Malaysian SMEs are increasingly being asked to provide ESG disclosures from global supply chain partners looking to achieve net zero emissions targets. To help SMEs stay competitive, Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) issued the Simplified ESG Disclosure Guidelines (SEDG) last year that demystifies the disclosure process. We discuss the genesis and impact of the SEDGs so far with Navina Balasingam of CMM.



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Malaysian SMEs are increasingly being asked to provide ESG disclosures from global supply chain partners looking to achieve net zero emissions targets. To help SMEs stay competitive, Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) issued the Simplified ESG Disclosure Guidelines (SEDG) last year that demystifies the disclosure process. We discuss the genesis and impact of the SEDGs so far with Navina Balasingam of CMM.People, Planet, Profit is brought to you by UMW Toyota.

Environment, social and governance (ESG) principles are non-negotiable for business continuity and success. How can businesses thrive while also making an impact? We cover the latest news and views in the ESG space.

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ESG Disclosures Made Simple For Malaysian SMEs

Carbon markets received a big boost during the COP29 UN Climate Change Conference with member states adopting new guidelines for Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. How will this shape the development of the carbon market landscape moving forward especially in ASEAN? We discuss this with Dr. Renard Siew, President of the Malaysia Carbon Market Association.

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Carbon markets received a big boost during the COP29 UN Climate Change Conference with member states adopting new guidelines for Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. How will this shape the development of the carbon market landscape moving forward especially in ASEAN? We discuss this with&nbsp;Dr. Renard Siew, President of the Malaysia Carbon Market Association. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com

Building The Foundation For An ASEAN Carbon Market

When it comes to philanthropy and social responsibility, does corporate Malaysia put their money where their mouth is? That’s what social enterprise Wiki Impact aims to explore in their annual "Bursa Top 20: Who’s the Most Charitable?" report, with the latest edition covering 2023 data issued in November. We discuss what the findings reveal about corporate philanthropy in Malaysia with Terence Ooi, co-founder of Wiki Impact.

When it comes to philanthropy and social responsibility, does corporate Malaysia put their money where their mouth is? That’s what social enterprise Wiki Impact aims to explore in their annual "<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wikiimpact.com/bursatop20/">Bursa Top 20: Who’s the Most Charitable?</a>" report, with the latest edition covering 2023 data issued in November. We discuss what the findings reveal about corporate philanthropy in Malaysia with Terence Ooi, co-founder of Wiki Impact.

How Charitable Are Malaysian Corporates?

The world is experiencing higher temperatures each year as a result of climate change, with 2024 projected to be the hottest on record so far. How prepared is Malaysia to deal with a hotter reality? We discuss the findings of a working paper by KRI Research Associate Wan Amirah Wan Usamah on the policies that should be considered to adapt to warmer climes. Read the full report here. 


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The world is experiencing higher temperatures each year as a result of climate change, with 2024 projected to be the hottest on record so far. How prepared is Malaysia to deal with a hotter reality? We discuss the findings of a working paper by KRI Research Associate Wan Amirah Wan Usamah on the policies that should be considered to adapt to warmer climes. Read the full report <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.krinstitute.org/Working_Paper-@-Navigating_Public_Health_in_a_Hotter_Malaysia.aspx">here</a>.&nbsp; Image Credit: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Shutterstock.com">Shutterstock.com</a>

ESG Disclosures Made Simple For Malaysian SMEs

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