ESG
Q&A: What is the ‘global stocktake’ and could it accelerate climate action?
As nations gather at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, top of the agenda will be the culmination of a process known as the “global stocktake”.By Aruna Chandrasekhar, Josh Gabbatiss, Carbon Brief…
Read MoreBudget 2024 Propels Malaysia’s Green Transformation
Budget 2024: Prioritizing Sustainability and Economic Reform The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment, and Climate Change (NRECC) has expressed its support and endorsement of the RM393.8 billion Budget 2024, presented…
Read MoreMalaysia’s Budget 2024 Paves the Way for Electric Vehicle Revolution
In a historic move, the Malaysian government has unveiled a series of groundbreaking initiatives aimed at promoting electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable energy practices in the country. Prime Minister Datuk…
Read MoreIGEM 2023 Aims for RM4 Billion in Business Leads and Draws Global Attention to Climate Action
The International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2023 has officially opened its doors, setting an ambitious target of RM4 billion in business leads and expecting to…
Read MoreSarawak’s Ambitious Renewable Energy Plans: Powering Singapore and Beyond
In a groundbreaking move towards a sustainable energy future, the Malaysian state of Sarawak is on the verge of supplying one gigawatt (GW) of renewable energy to Singapore by 2032.…
Read MorePowering Change: Decoding Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR)
As the world grapples with the urgent need to address climate change and transition towards cleaner energy sources, Malaysia has taken a significant step forward by unveiling Phase Two of…
Read MoreFukushima Water Release: Balancing Environmental Concerns and Decommissioning Efforts
The release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean has ignited a global debate, bringing to the forefront questions about environmental risks,…
Read MoreVolvo Trucks starts selling electric trucks in Malaysia
Volvo Trucks is continuing its entry into new markets with its battery electric truck offering. Malaysia is the latest example, where the logistics company Swift Haulage Berhad has purchased two Volvo…
Read MoreThe Energy Commission of Malaysia Resumed Green Electricity Tariff (GET) Programme to Foster Renewable Energy Adoption
The Energy Commission has taken a significant step towards promoting renewable energy adoption with the reopening of the Green Electricity Tariff (GET) programme. This innovative initiative, which resumed on August…
Read MoreCIMB Launches RM3 Billion Programme to Accelerate Sustainable Business Practices for SMEs
CIMB Bank Berhad and CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad have taken a significant step towards promoting sustainable business practices among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. In a move that…
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