ESG Horizons Digest #1 (1 November 2024) BMCC Newsletter Issue #429
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We are more excited than ever to bring you the 2nd installment of our month-long ESG Horizons campaign.
In this inaugural ESG Horizons Digest, we will be sharing and showcasing all the happenings in our member network that engage, empower, and elevate elements in the Environment, Social, and Governance spaces.
In the coming weeks, we hope this campaign brings you the best practices and insights our members have to offer through our exciting lineup of events! Do sign up and find out how you and your organisation can do your part!
We will also be celebrating achievements and commitments that are making the world a better place.
And that's not all! We want you to be a part of ESG Horizons too!
If your organisation is making strides in ESG-related fields, we want to hear about it!
Send us your organisation's ESG updates. We'll want to hear and feature anything from awards, best practices, to services that your organisation offers - just to name a few.
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Meet Our Sponsors
This campaign could not have been possible without our main sponsors, bp and Sunway Group.
Over the coming week, we'll be sharing more in-depth profiles and how our sponsors have been contributing to advances in ESG-related areas. |
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Joining us as our first main sponsor for ESG Horizons is bp, whose presence in Malaysia spans a history of more than half a century. Our strong presence in Malaysia spreads across a diversified business framework which includes global business services, innovation and engineering and bp Castrol operations.
Visit their website here. |
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Our second main sponsor is Sunway Group, one of Malaysia’s largest conglomerates with core interests in real estate, construction, education and healthcare, with a unique build-own-operate business model. Our 16,000-strong team across 50 locations worldwide is committed to transformative growth and sustainable progress through our 13 business divisions including real estate, construction, retail, hospitality, leisure, healthcare, education, trading, and manufacturing, building materials and Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
Visit their website here. |
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They are a member of the Standard Chartered Group that was established in Malaysia in 1875 and locally incorporated on 1 July 1994. As Malaysia’s first bank, Standard Chartered leads the way through product innovation, consistent and strong growth performance and sustainability initiatives.
Visit their website here. |
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Our team has organised an exciting line-up of events to connect you with industry professionals, government officials, and thought leaders. Mark your calendars, sign up and discover your part to play! - 7 November: Student Sustainability Conference with Charterhouse Malaysia
- 12 November: BMCC Breakfast Briefing on NETR and HETR by the Malaysian Ministry of Economy and Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
- 19 November: ESG Horizons Conference with Keynote Speaker YB Liew Chin Tong
- 26 November: Scaling Up the Carbon Neutrality Efforts with BSI
Additionally, we are also delighted to support and include member events as part of BMCC ESG Horizons. - 23 and 24 November: Earth Symphony - Green Cirque Fest 2024
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| 19 November | ESG Horizons Conference: Towards a Better Tomorrow |
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Discover how digital innovation enables organisations to lead with ESG principles at the flagship event of our 2nd ESG Horizons Campaign!
Be a part of Malaysia’s sustainability transformation! Join industry leaders, government officials, and experts as they discuss strategies and success stories that drive sustainable urban development, energy transition, and economic growth.
Connect with YB Liew Chin Tong, Deputy Minister of MITI, who will be delivering the keynote address and speakers from bp, Sunway, Arup, HANDD Business Solutions, YTL Construction, and REDtone Digital. Be among other influential figures across sectors to foster collaborations that advance Malaysia’s sustainability goals.
Date: 19 November 2024 Time: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm Venue: Conservatory, Level 3, EQ Kuala Lumpur
Target Audience: Senior leaders and business industry professionals; Top management; Sustainability managers; Health, Safety, and Environmental managers; Policymakers, and Government department
Reserve your spot today and help shape a greener, more prosperous future for Malaysia! |
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| 7 November | Sustainability Conference 2024 with Charterhouse Malaysia |
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Date: 7 November 2024 Time: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Venue: Charterhouse Malaysia
Target Audience: Students of Member Schools
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| 12 November | BMCC Breakfast Briefing: NETR and HETR Roadmaps |
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Join this exclusive briefing that features senior representatives from the Ministry of Economy and MOSTI as they offer guidance to businesses on how they can align with the newly introduced National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and Hydrogen Economy and Technology Roadmap (HETR).
Hear directly from government leaders from the Ministry of Economy and Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) and network with industry peers as they share the latest updates to the interest of our members in the private sector.
Date: 12 November 2024 Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am Venue: BMCC Office @ Menara IQ
Target Audience: Mid to high-level representatives from sectors such as oil and gas, renewable energy, construction, engineering, property developers, consultants, manufacturing, and legal services
Grab your seat at this complimentary event while seats are still available! Kindly note that priority will be given to BMCC Members. |
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| 26 November | Scaling Up the Carbon Neutrality Efforts with BSI |
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Discover in this workshop led by BSI’s Head of Sustainability how your organisation can navigate and maximise its carbon neutrality efforts.
Date: 26 November 2024 Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Venue: BSI Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Target Audience: Senior leaders and business industry professionals; sustainability managers; Health, safety, and environmental (HSE) managers; policymakers, and government officials |
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| 23 and 24 November | Earth Symphony - Green Cirque Fest 2024 with Milestone Production |
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Experience the First-Ever Green Cirque Fest in Southeast Asia Championing Sustainable Development Goals
Date: 23 & 24 November 2024
Time: Saturday | 4:30 pm Sunday | 5:30 pm
Venue: Sunway Amphitheater |
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ESG Horizons is a proud supporter of Earth Symphony – Green Cirque Fest 2024, a celebration and reminder of the importance of protecting our planet.
Be inspired by breathtaking performances and witness world-renowned performers like UniCircle Flow from Japan, the UK’s contortionist Senayt Asefa, and Cirque du Soleil alumni. Through acrobatics, aerial stunts, and more, we’ll highlight the urgency of climate change while celebrating nature’s beauty.
UOB Cardmembers Exclusive Offer: 20% off when purchasing 2 tickets, and 25% off when purchasing 4 tickets, using their UOB card *terms and conditions apply |
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We're thrilled to do our part in ESG Horizons. On top of organising valuable networking and knowledge-sharing events and promoting the efforts of our esteemed members, check out what we have in store for the coming weeks on our digital spaces!
Keep an eye out for upcoming ESG Horizons Digests and follow our social media accounts for upcoming updates! |
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| Profiling Our Climate Action Pledgers |
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We will be following up and profiling our members who have pledged to make progress on Climate Action initiatives in the past year. Watch our platforms for these exciting updates!
Find out more about this initiative here! |
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| Disability Awareness Week |
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From 12 to 18 November, we'll be shouting out efforts that advocate for better representation of issues faced by disabled persons.
We and our sponsors are committed to raising awareness and improving accommodations for people with disabilities not because it looks good on paper, but because it is the right thing to do.
Chief of these initiatives include Purple Tuesday, which is supported by our corporate sponsor Standard Chartered Bank. |
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Watch out for our digital newsletter and social media for the week as we share information and profile members on initiatives that improve the lives of disabled people.
If your organisation has anything to share, do not hesitate to reach out to Chad@bmcc.org.my! |
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| DEI Champions - Showcasing Workplace Heroes |
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This November, we will also be featuring individuals who have been championing DEI in their own capacity in their workplaces.
What makes a DEI Champion? An individual within an organisation who actively promotes and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. They advocate for creating a more inclusive and open working environment, often by: - Raising awareness by educating others about the importance of DEI and helping to address biases.
- Implementing initiatives that lead or support DEI-related programmes, policies, and practices within the organisation.
- Fostering an inclusive culture that encourages behaviours and practices that promote a sense of belonging for all employees.
- Advocating for change and working to remove barriers and create opportunities for underrepresented or marginalised groups.
- Serving as role models demonstrating inclusive behaviour and influencing others to do the same.
These efforts will be featured in videos that will circulate on our social media during ESG Horizons!
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We are excited to share ESG-related initiatives and achievements that our members have undertaken.
This dedication to bringing about positive change is both inspiring and crucial to bettering all aspects of our daily lives and the world we live in. |
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| Sime Darby Property | The Star ESG Summit 2024 Shaping ASEAN's Sustainable Future |
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The Star ESG Summit 2024 is a premier gathering of industry professionals, investors, and experts, dedicated to the discussion of effective strategies for integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into business practices.
With a primary focus on achieving the ambitious goal of net zero emissions by 2050, this summit offers a unique opportunity for attendees to gain insights into the latest advances and cutting-edge technologies in sustainable business practices. Moreover, it illuminates the compelling financial incentives behind ESG adoption, including cost savings and heightened investor interest. |
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The summit will further feature enlightening discussions and informative sessions, addressing pivotal topics such as carbon emissions reduction, the transition to renewable energy sources, and the implementation of eco-friendly operational methods.
Event Date: 6 - 7 November 2024 Time: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
For more information, click here. |
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The British and Malaysian governments have shown great commitment to taking action on ESG-related issues. As crises in climate and society continue to become a prevalent threat, it is comforting to know that all organisations have the support of the government and the public sector in making positive change. |
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| Invest 2035: The UK's Modern Industrial Strategy |
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The new modern industrial strategy – Invest 2035 – is the UK government’s credible, 10-year plan to deliver the certainty and stability businesses need to invest in the high growth sectors that will drive the UK's growth mission. |
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The strategy will focus on tackling barriers to growth in our highest potential growth-driving sectors and places, creating the right conditions for increased investment, high-quality jobs and ensuring tangible impact in communities across the UK.
Its goal is to capture a greater share of internationally mobile investment in strategic sectors and spur domestic businesses to boost their investment and scale up their growth – an essential step in achieving sustainable, inclusive and resilient growth.
This green paper sets out the government’s approach and asks for your views and evidence to help develop a successful, modern industrial strategy to be launched in spring 2025.
You can view the green paper here. |
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| IPCC Symposium in Kuala Lumpur: Bridging Climate Science and Policy to Accelerate Action |
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On behalf of the British High Commission of Kuala Lumpur, we're delighted to share the news of an Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). |
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This one-day symposium, organised by the UK in Malaysia, in support of Malaysia's Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, will feature discussions on empowering the next generation of Climate Leaders, bridging science and policy, and key sectors for climate action.
Date: 14 December 2024 (Saturday) Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm |
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| MGTC | Join Training Sessions on Green Practices for the Industry |
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The Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) is hosting a series of training sessions on Green Practices for the Industry |
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These are aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of local manufacturers, producers, suppliers, distributors, and service providers to meet the demands of both local and international markets in alignment with the National Green Technology Policy.
BMCC Members are invited to the following training sessions. Brochures for each sector in the links provided:
Venue: Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) Office Tentative Programme: Here
For more information, please contact Mr. Faiz at 019-311 7295 or muhammad.faiz@mgtc.gov.my. |
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We want to hear from you!
If your organisation has anything to share on how you're making a positive impact in ESG-related spaces, reach out!
Send an email to Chad@bmcc.org.my and let our network know that you are doing your part! |
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