RHB recently issued the 11th edition of its ESG Diamonds in the Rough report, highlighting sustainable investment opportunities in key ASEAN markets. We discuss the ESG investing trends and top picks from the report with Alex Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB.



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RHB recently issued the 11th edition of its ESG Diamonds in the Rough report, highlighting sustainable investment opportunities in key ASEAN markets. We discuss the ESG investing trends and top picks from the report with Alex Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB.Image Credit: Shutterstock

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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RHB's ESG Diamonds in the Rough 2026

Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology has been touted as an important decarbonisation strategy as part of national net zero emission plans. But what does it take for CCUS projects to be commercially viable? We discuss this with Chris Thackeray, CCUS Lead at the international consultancy Baringa.



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Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technology has been touted as an important decarbonisation strategy as part of national net zero emission plans. But what does it take for CCUS projects to be commercially viable? We discuss this with Chris Thackeray, CCUS Lead at the international consultancy Baringa.Image Credit: Shutterstock

CCUS: Breakthrough Or Bottleneck?

Budget 2026 allocates RM28.6 million ringgit for nuclear energy, focusing on small modular reactors to provide a reliable and low-carbon complement to renewable sources. On today’s People, Planet, Profit, Elaine Boey speaks with Kevin Lee, CGS International’s Group Head of Sustainability, on the benefits, challenges, and potential of nuclear energy in Malaysia.




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Budget 2026 allocates RM28.6 million ringgit for nuclear energy, focusing on small modular reactors to provide a reliable and low-carbon complement to renewable sources. On today’s People, Planet, Profit, Elaine Boey speaks with Kevin Lee, CGS International’s Group Head of Sustainability, on the benefits, challenges, and potential of nuclear energy in Malaysia. Image Credit: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://Shutterstock.com">Shutterstock.com</a>

Malaysia’s Nuclear Future

With RM3.8 billion set aside in Budget 2026 for flood-prevention and early-warning systems, Avtandil, APAC Regional Leader at PlanRadar, shares how these investments, paired with digital solutions and smart urban planning, can strengthen resilience against natural disasters.

With RM3.8 billion set aside in Budget 2026 for flood-prevention and early-warning systems, Avtandil, APAC Regional Leader at PlanRadar, shares how these investments, paired with digital solutions and smart urban planning, can strengthen resilience against natural disasters.

RHB's ESG Diamonds in the Rough 2026

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