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Hyatt properties in Hong Kong win 2 accolades at the ESGBusiness Awards 2023
Its partnership with Zero Foodprint Asia showed the company's purpose of care and commitment to caring for the planet by supporting local farmers.
Hyatt properties in Hong Kong win 2 accolades at the ESGBusiness Awards 2023
Its partnership with Zero Foodprint Asia showed the company's purpose of care and commitment to caring for the planet by supporting local farmers.
UOB Thailand triumphs with dual awards at ESGBusiness Awards for Governance and Green Initiatives
The company’s unwavering commitment to good governance and sustainability sets a standard for financial institutions in Asia.
Universal Robina Corporation wins big at ESGBusiness Awards
It has shifted to more sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
Sustainable office shortage looms as APAC firms scramble to meet net zero carbon targets
Sydney is expected to face an 84% undersupply of green office space by 2027.
PwC's Sammie Leung on meaningful target setting: Select ESG matters highly relevant to business identity, strategy
Discover how businesses can navigate the complex world of sustainability and governance.
Krungthai wins two ESGBusiness Awards, reinforcing commitment to sustainable banking
The bank received the Biodiversity Conservation Award and the Waste Management Award.
Companies with ESG priorities outperform competitors - report
With an average of 11% increase in revenue annually, these companies’ revenue growth was 1.4% points higher than those who lagged on ESG.
Older workers substantial for national economies - report
Annual GDP across 21 countries can increase by 8% if willing adults are enabled to enter the workforce.
How can companies maximise the benefits of ESG?
Company shareholders find value in strong ESG commitments.
Petromin Express breaks barriers for women empowerment in automotive services
The company was recognised with the Gender Equality and Women Empowerment Award - Saudi Arabia and the Job Creation Award - Saudi Arabia.
How can businesses achieve net-zero holistically?
With the emergence of ESG, companies must start developing a holistic approach to net-zero goals.
Vietnam’s Vinschool Triumphs at ESGBusiness Awards 2023
The education system bagged the Climate Advocacy and Education Award and Mental Health Awareness Award for Vietnam.
Standard sustainability reporting sought in Asia amidst ESG issues
Calls for harmonisation of standards when it comes to sustainability reporting have increased after demands for transparency from investors, regulators, and stakeholders.
Hourly Breaks for heavy outdoor work introduced in Singapore
Workers with heavy physical activities are now mandated to have a 10-minute break under shade every hour as announced by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
Products with sustainable packaging sell more - report
Over the past five years, products packaged with ESG claims accounted for 56% of total growth, a joint study by McKinsey and Nielsen IQ showed.
Only 28% of company executives are women - report
33% of vice presidents are women, whilst 37% are senior managers or directors, according to a joint study by McKinsey & Company and LeanIn.Org.
Electric Vehicles see increased demand in Asia amidst climate goals
Net-zero targets of Asian countries by 2050 to 2070 push the demand for EVs.
