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NEW YORK: McDonald’s Corp quietly removed the term environmental, social and governance (ESG) from some parts of its website at a time when ESG initiatives have been attracting criticism from some conservative policymakers in the United States. Read full story
Malaysian renewable energy company reNIKOLA has issued the world’s first sukuk certified by the Climate Bonds Initiative, a move that reflects the growing demand for green financing. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR: Maybank Group is committing RM1.6 million over two years to enhance the capabilities of its analysts for its Enhanced Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Research. Read full story
Warren Buffett’s multibillion-dollar purchases of oil and gas investments early in the pandemic have paid off when the sector cranked out record earnings in 2022. But instead of selling out for a huge profit this year, the Oracle of Omaha wants more. Read full story
The need for environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials in the real estate sector has been increasing steadily, as sustainability requirements continue to rise. As such, local players are being compelled to incorporate ESG elements into their practices and products. Read full story
GEORGE TOWN, July 17 — The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) via the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) is taking active steps to encourage and empower Malaysia’s small and medium enterprise (SME) sector to achieve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability goals. Its Deputy Minister Liew Chin Tong said that…
JOHOR BARU, July 17 — The Johor state government is urging more companies in the state to practise environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) to curb pollution and achieve environmental sustainability. State Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Culture Committee chairman K. Raven Kumar said companies have to play their roles as various government initiatives to protect…
JOHOR BAHRU: The Johor state government is urging more companies in the state to practise environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) to curb pollution and achieve environmental sustainability. State Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Culture Committee chairman K. Raven Kumar said companies have to play their roles as various government initiatives to protect the environment involved…
HIGH net-worth clients at Barclays Plc are being steered toward sustainable investment products that tap into a new class of environmental, social and governance (ESG) –related entrepreneurs. Read full story