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Analysis

Young professionals feel unsupported in driving organisational ESG goals

Only 49% believe their organisations have fully integrated ESG principles into their strategies.

Reaching net zero by 2070 needs $75t infrastructure investment

This should be mobilised to renewable energy, amongst others.

Half of CEOs globally prioritise new business ventures

60% are eager to pursue generative artificial intelligence-enabled ventures.

Finance trails in active gen AI adoption despite broad corporate uptake: report

The report cited issues over data accuracy, security risks, and use-case selections.

SEA must accelerate green energy shift: McKinsey

Currently, only 3% of necessary renewable projects are under construction.

India ranked most climate friendly food consumption amongst G20 nations

In the last year, the Indian government has introduced initiatives to promote environmentally sustainable practices.

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Indosat converts clients’ waste into mobile credits

The company has helped cut carbon emissions by 1.5 metric tons over two years.

ZALORA ramps up sustainability amidst rising demand for eco-products

Customers of ZALORA who shop for sustainable products are increasing year by year.

PLN leads ASEAN in energy sector sustainability governance

In 2023, Indonesia’s PLN decreased its ESG risk rating by 8 points, reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 9.7m tonnes, and added 296mW of renewable energy.

TCL enables ‘greener future’ through smart manufacturing capabilities

The company has also facilitated green education and awareness programmes as part of the strategy.

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Analysis

Young professionals feel unsupported in driving organisational ESG goals

Only 49% believe their organisations have fully integrated ESG principles into their strategies.

Reaching net zero by 2070 needs $75t infrastructure investment

This should be mobilised to renewable energy, amongst others.

Half of CEOs globally prioritise new business ventures

60% are eager to pursue generative artificial intelligence-enabled ventures.

Finance trails in active gen AI adoption despite broad corporate uptake: report

The report cited issues over data accuracy, security risks, and use-case selections.

SEA must accelerate green energy shift: McKinsey

Currently, only 3% of necessary renewable projects are under construction.

India ranked most climate friendly food consumption amongst G20 nations

In the last year, the Indian government has introduced initiatives to promote environmentally sustainable practices.

Exclusives

Indosat converts clients’ waste into mobile credits

The company has helped cut carbon emissions by 1.5 metric tons over two years.

ZALORA ramps up sustainability amidst rising demand for eco-products

Customers of ZALORA who shop for sustainable products are increasing year by year.

PLN leads ASEAN in energy sector sustainability governance

In 2023, Indonesia’s PLN decreased its ESG risk rating by 8 points, reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 9.7m tonnes, and added 296mW of renewable energy.

TCL enables ‘greener future’ through smart manufacturing capabilities

The company has also facilitated green education and awareness programmes as part of the strategy.

Commentary

ESG is gaining momentum with regulators in Asia, but more work lies ahead

In 2024, regulatory bodies in Asia have intensified their focus on sustainability reporting. New regulations on green taxonomy, net zero transition plans, sustainability reporting standards, environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings, and ESG investment products are being developed across the region.

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Techcombank becomes the first bank in Vietnam to win at the ESGBusiness Awards

The Techcombank Eco Debit Card (Eco Card) enables you to live greener lifestyles by tracking your carbon emissions as you spend, offsetting your carbon footprint against environmental protection projects, and enjoying privileges such as a green vehicle subscription.

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