BMCC | ESG Horizons - Towards a More Sustainable Tomorrow!

BMCC Newsletter Issue #377 - 30 October 2023

BMCC ESG HORIZONS

Towards a more sustainable tomorrow!

Dear Subscriber,

For the past two years, we have proudly hosted the BMCC Climate Action Week, a dedicated week-long initiative to reaffirming our steadfast commitment to crafting an eco-friendly future. Yet, we've decided to take our efforts even further by integrating the social and governance aspects of sustainability with Climate Action initiatives. We aim to empower organisations as well as business leaders and professionals with the essential knowledge and tools needed to forge ahead toward sustainability, inclusivity, and responsibility.

Introducing the BMCC ESG Horizons, a month-long journey designed to provide support and spotlight the remarkable achievements and commitments of our members in their pursuit of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives. This transition signifies a significant, positive shift in our collective mindset toward a more sustainable future.

Throughout November, be sure to follow our social media channels for:

Invitations to Talks and Seminars by Esteemed BMCC Members
Exciting Tours and Site Visits to Members Factories/Offices
A Showcase of Efforts and Best Practices by BMCC Pledge Signatories
BMCC ESG Star Members

This is your organisation's opportunity to participate in ESG Horizons!

Share your organisation's ESG initiatives with us, and we will share the good news with everyone. Have an upcoming ESG event in November? Tell us and we will profile it. Take this opportunity to make a significant impact in advancing environmental, social, and governance causes.

For more details about this initiative and potential partnership opportunities, please reach out to Comms@bmcc.org.my!

Join Our Sustainability Network

BMCC members who are passionate about making a difference in sustainability sectors are encouraged to join our Sustainability Network. By being part of this group, you can actively contribute to discussions, initiatives, and collaborations that drive positive change.

For more information and to express your interest, please reach out to Yoong@bmcc.org.my.

Join the Students Sustainability Conference on 6 November!

In conjunction with ESG Horizons, the BMCC Education Committee and Kolej Tuanku Ja'afar (KTJ) will be organising a Students Sustainability Conference on 6 November 2023 at KTJ, and event open to Year 10-13 students.

The conference aims to provide an opportunity for students to share their stories about promoting sustainability and developing environmental practices in their schools. It is hoped the students will learn innovative ideas from the experiences of others, and take these lessons to their schools to solve problems in their environments.

For queries, please contact Lance Gerow, at lancegerow@ktj.edu.my or Asyraf Shahar at asyraf@bmcc.org.my.

Free Seats To OPITO GLOBAL 2023: Our New Energy Era

Let your connections know that you're attending #OPITOGlobal23!

Against the backdrop of the rapidly evolving energy industry, ‘OPITO Global 2023: Our New Energy Era’ will delve into what it takes to create a safe and sustainable future for our industry.

If you haven't already, register now to secure your free space:

www.opitoglobal2023.com

Congratulations to the Winners of LAWA 2023 by TalentCorp Malaysia!

Thank you, TalentCorp Malaysia, for having us at the Life At Work Awards (LAWA) 2023! The LAWA celebrate employers with progressive workplace strategies that demonstrate their commitment to the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) agenda in line with the demands of the Future of Work, Workplace, and Workforce.

BMCC as with Talentcorp, is committed to promoting DEI, and we were deeply honoured to witness 30 deserving winners from eight categories who excelled in embracing DEI principles within their workplaces.

We congratulate our valued members, BP, HSBC, and Shell, for their outstanding achievements and recognition at LAWA 2023!

Chartered Management Institute | Our CEO at the Managing Hybrid Teams Seminar

Last weekend, we were honoured to participate in the Managing Hybrid Teams event hosted by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Malaysia, where our CEO Jennifer Lopez provided the opening remarks.

CMI Malaysia is the go-to professional body for professional development and networking for regional and global members alike. They aim to confront the uncertainties within businesses today by fortifying the skills and adaptability of managers and leaders.

We commend the CMI Malaysia Team for convening this apt and timely topic that has been buzzing in the working world. Advocating for hybrid teams is a mission we at BMCC are working towards too! We believe that by championing this cause, we too can contribute to shaping Malaysia's hybrid working landscape in a positive way as part of the talent attraction and retention strategy.

Meet the Experts: UK Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) and Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)

Last week, the BMCC together with the British High Commission Kuala Lumpur co-hosted a roundtable session with BMCC companies who are champions in the ESG realm. The discussion centered around the pressing topics of 'Net Zero Transition' and 'Nature-Related Financial Risks', setting the stage for our upcoming initiative, ESG Horizons 2023.

As the world embraces a more sustainable path, businesses must navigate the changing regulatory landscape while demonstrating their commitment to a greener, low-carbon future.

This gathering brought together esteemed experts Ira Poensgen, Technical Lead of UK Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) and Thomas Viegas, Partnership Lead of Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).

It was an enriching exchange of insights and experiences, fostering valuable connections between Malaysian corporate leaders and international experts. The focus? Achieving net-zero goals and understanding the crucial link between nature risks and financial decisions.

We're grateful for the opportunity to host this insightful discussion, and we anticipate the understanding formed will pave the way for a greener, more sustainable corporate landscape. Stay tuned for more clean growth, green transition, and corporate sustainability initiatives!

JLL | Green Horizons: Crafting the Workplace of Tomorrow

The former workplace is history and the world is embracing a new perspective on the role of the office in a redefined workplace.

Co-organised by InvestKL and JLL, we delve into the global ESG landscape and discover how businesses are redefining their practices to address pressing environmental and societal challenges.

Date: 16 November (Thursday)

Time: 9.00am to 11.00am

Venue: Le Meridien Hotel KL

Save the date and join here for an insightful exchange of ideas.

A confirmation email will be sent to your mailbox once your registration is approved.

Knight Frank Malaysia | ESG By Design: Selangor’s Path to Sustainable Industrial Real Estate

The rising emphasis on embracing sustainability across industries has triggered a major shift towards the ESG agenda. In Knight Frank Malaysia’s continuous pursuit of promoting sustainable practices within the industrial real estate sector in Malaysia, we are delighted to present this supplementary appendix to our previous white paper series with a focus on the Selangor state.

Download the full report here or get in touch with our specialists.

Allan Sim

Executive Director, Land & Industrial Solutions

allan.sim@my.knightfrank.com

Amy Wong

Executive Director, Research & Consultancy

amy.wong@my.knightfrank.com

Voxtree | Boosting Communications with Generative AI

BMCC members are invited to join a free webinar from Voxtree on how to boost business communications and engagement with Generative AI.

Generative AI tools – such as Chat GPT – are helping people communicate in creative and exciting ways. AI empowers professionals at every level to craft their messaging quickly and effectively, engaging customers, colleagues and others in ways they never thought possible.

But Generative AI is not a silver bullet.

It is ‘trained’ on data that is frequently inaccurate and outdated. Used in the wrong way, it leads to problems with authenticity and truth, which in turn harms engagement and credibility.

Used in the right way, however, Generative AI transforms engagement and empowers people to excel and become more productive.

Join Neil Stoneham – Managing Director of Voxtree – where we’ll explore the exciting opportunities for your business that Generative AI can offer, including:

How Generative AI empowers your team to craft compelling corporate communications
Tips on how to preserve authenticity in AI-assisted messaging
Using Generative AI in a safe and productive way
Navigating the common pitfalls associated with Generative AI
A chance to ask your burning questions

He’ll be joined by guest Dr. Nazri Bajuri PhD, SEA Regional Director at Kagool, who’ll talk about the latest advances in AI, and how it will change the way we communicate forever.

When: Wednesday, 1 November at 7.00 pm (Malaysia Time)

Don’t miss out on learning about this emerging and exciting topic!

Click here to register for the webinar!

Mint Communications | Private & International School Fair in Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur, 4th and 5th November

The 19th Private & International School Fair in Kuala Lumpur is happening on 4 & 5 November!

Meet representatives from leading international schools, preschools, learning centres, pre-university providers and more at the Mid Valley Exhibition Centre from 11am to 6pm.

Admission is free!

See you at the fair!