Bouncing Forward: Fostering Equity and Preparedness in Community Climate Resilience Article by Celine Ng | August 29, 2024 Today, BCSD Malaysia, in collaboration with AIESEC in Taylor’s University, conducted a dynamic Train-the-Trainer session aimed at equipping the next generation of leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to drive sustainable innovation. The session, led by…
BCSD Malaysia’s Enduring Commitment to ESG Excellence The ESG PIA 2023 awards held at Sheraton Petaling Jaya, August 21, 2024. FAIHAN GHANI/The Star Image Source: The Star Article by Celine Ng | August 28, 2024 The Business Council for Sustainable Development (BCSD) Malaysia is pleased to express our wholehearted support for the Star Media…
Bouncing Forward: Fostering Equity and Preparedness in Community Climate Resilience Image Source: Terence Wong/AP, Article from Reuters Opinion piece by Celine Ng | July 31, 2024 Climate-related hazards such as deluge rains, flash floods, rising sea levels, heatwaves, droughts, landslides, and wildfires have significantly worsened the climate crisis in recent years. These disaster risks are…
Opinion piece by Zakri Abdul Hamid, News Straits Time | September 4, 2023 On August 29, UCSI University established a new Centre of Excellence — the International Institute of Science Diplomacy and Sustainability (IISDS). The vision is to position the university as a leader in science diplomacy and sustainability for the betterment of Malaysia’s interests…
Since 1995, WBCSD has worked with members to deliver pragmatic solutions for sustainable action and to advocate for policy levers to support their implementation. Part of WBCSD’s work for actions on the climate change front includes the Business Manifesto for Climate Recovery, which focuses on the most urgent actions needed now to combat climate change.…
Mitigating climate change requires collective effort. In doing so, both industry players and individuals must play their roles effectively. Collaborations between political will and companies will bring Malaysia closer to carbon neutrality. According to Roberto Benetello, Company Director and Executive Director of Business Council for Sustainable Development (BCSD) Malaysia, Malaysia’s companies are committed to climate…
Making the circular economy model work requires not just business initiative but also government action, says Business Council for Sustainable Development Malaysia (BCSD Malaysia) executive director Roberto Benetello. The circular economy calls for systemic changes to the current economic model. It involves new business models such as resource sharing and product life extension, so materials…
The world faces three critical challenges: the climate emergency, nature loss and mounting inequality. The COVID-19 pandemic has illustrated that these challenges are interconnected, and that our systems are ill-prepared for shocks. As global risks continue to build, business leaders are rallying behind a bold and urgent transformation agenda developed by WBCSD. Vision 2050:…
Cities are on the frontlines of COVID-19, with urban residents facing devastating health and economic impacts. Many city leaders are responding with creative solutions, recognizing that actions in response to the pandemic can also make cities greener and more climate resilient. Addis Ababa, Bogota, Kampala, Berlin and Brussels created new bike lanes to reduce risk of COVID-19 transmission and decrease congestion, pollution…
How do we get 9.7 billion people to live well and within the boundaries of the planet 30 years from now? Considering that we are at 7.8 billion people now and are already struggling on many fronts, this question should trigger some anxiety. The current level of consumption in developed economies is made possible through…