Discussions on how waste should be managed used to stop at recycling, but this has been superseded by the concept of the circular economy.

This concept ensures that materials are not wasted and remain useful through reuse, repair and designs that prevent waste from being created in the ...

Circular Economy: A better way to manage waste in Asean

In tropical countries like Malaysia, the surface seawater is much warmer than deep seawater. This temperature difference can become a source of renewable energy, called blue energy.

Most people might think of blue energy as that generated from the movement of waves and tidal flows, but ...

Energy: Tapping into the power of the ocean

A company that adopts sustainability practices has opportunities to increase profits and unlock future growth. This is a result of the wider world’s progress towards a lower-emission and more socially equitable economy, and the opportunities will differ by sector, geography, technology adoption and company strength.

How to identify sustainability opportunities

The idea to launch a Home Solar Subscription programme came after Raj Ridvan Singh, founder and CEO of Sols Energy, paid a visit to the US as a Ford Fellow many years ago.

“I got to study at Columbia University in New York and Yale University for about six weeks [in] this fellowship, an...

Energy: Home solar subscription, a game changer for accessibility?

Initially drawn to forensic and crime science because of her passion for criminology, Yap Jo Leen shifted gears after her first job as a scientific officer at the Dark Cave conservation site. This experience ignited her dedication to championing the cause of one of Malaysia’s endangered species, ...

Profile: Restoring nature, one monkey at a time

For years, the view on my commute was a blur of passing billboards. Those giant, dusty advertisements feel like relics of a bygone era. But lately, things have become a bit more interesting. Digital billboards have started popping up, replacing the static ones with bright, colourful displays. I o...

Cooler Conversations: How sustainable are billboards?

More Malaysians are opting for vapes as seemingly less harmful alternatives to cigarettes. Vapes generate vapour instead of smoke, and the waste is less of an eyesore. In comparison, cigarette butts are littered, which could leach toxic contaminants into the environment.

But the environ...

Circular Economy: Dealing with vape waste

Chua SengTeong, managing director of ChargEV, reflects that career-wise, he has always been at the forefront of uncharted territory, in the sectors of telecommunications, financial technology (fintech) and now, mobility. “To me, that’s fun … where there [are] endless possibilities.”

Cha...

Mobility: ChargEV’s road map for becoming a regional leader

With the European Union (EU) imposing the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) on imports into the region, Malaysia has also started considering carbon pricing schemes to accelerate decarbonisation efforts and counter the impact of carbon taxes in other jurisdictions.

While this ma...

Coverstory: How to do carbon pricing right

The merger of Celcom and Digi two years ago to form CelcomDigi Bhd (KL:CDB) made it the largest telecommunications company (telco) in Malaysia. Now, the merged entity with 20 million network subscribers is also integrating its environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies.

At it...

Technology: CelcomDigi’s ESG resolution

Climate change is a long-standing issue that rose to the main agenda of policymakers and the private sector for most of the 21st century. This is as rising sea levels, global warming and increasing extreme weather events turned it into a crisis. This infographic presents the historical timeline for the discovery of climate change and the international cooperation ­to tackle the crisis.

The history of climate change

Malaysia, situated just north of the equator, is free from many forms of natural disasters. However, it is prone to seasonal flooding that is increasing in frequency on the back of global warming.

Climate risks, particularly floods, under focus

Malaysia’s pristine marine ecosystems are facing a crisis, where thriving coral reefs and diverse fish populations are now threatened by rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification and extreme weather events.

Dying corals and dwindling fish populations

ESG asked two individuals, who grew up in vastly different locations, to share how they have observed the climate changing and how it has impacted their lives

Observations of climate change

DUBAI (Oct 13): The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is actively exploring new international markets as part of its strategy to position Malaysia as a leading digital economy hub.

MDEC targets new markets to bolster Malaysia’s role as Asean digital gateway

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): Cheras Member of Parliament (MP) Tan Kok Wai has retained his position as DAP Federal Territory (FT) of Kuala Lumpur (KL) chairman for the 2024-2026 term.

Tan Kok Wai retains DAP Federal Territory of KL chairman post for 2024-2026 term

KLANG (Oct 13): Former MIC Central Working Committee (CWC) member KP Samy is set to join PKR, expressing confidence in the leadership of the party’s president and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, to steer the nation towards progress and uplift the socio-economic status of the Indian community.

EX-MIC Central Working Committee member KP Samy to join PKR, cites confidence in Anwar’s leadership

It is a well-known fact that every business today is a tech business. All over the world, including in Asia, many organisations are leveraging the latest innovations and rapidly adopting new technologies.

Generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) blends easily into existing business o...

Solutions: Handling the intersection of AI and financial risk

Parisian independent game studio Sloclap’s Sifu is a love letter to Eastern martial arts films past and present, mixed together with classic arcade action games like Streets of Rage or Final Fight. From Bruce Lee films to Ip Man, Sifu gives the same adrenaline rush those action scenes bring with ...

On The Console: Sifu, a playable kung fu film

The financial technology (fintech) revolution has reshaped our financial interactions, bringing forth a new age of innovation and accessibility. With mobile banking and cryptocurrency trading, fintech apps have become essential in our daily routines, providing convenience, security and financial ...

Digital Marketing: Navigating the dynamic terrain of fintech apps

NEWS

#MeToo movement shifts consumer behaviour

Sales of stereotypically feminine shoes such as high heels dropped after the #MeToo movement, according to a new study led by Insead professors Frédéric Godart and David Dubois, alongsi...

Bits + Bytes: A Miscellany of Technology

Between 2020 and 2024, Sweden consistently ranked among the top four in the prestigious Global Innovation Index, a testament to its inventive spirit. Yet, the coveted top spot has remained elusive, steadfastly occupied by Switzerland during that five-year stretch.

Sweden has put in plac...

Ecosystem Builders: Creating a self-sustaining non-profitable ecosystem to incubate start-ups

The transition to sustainable construction is no longer a choice but a necessity. As the construction industry faces growing pressure to adopt eco-friendly practices, it becomes clear that this shift requires not only technological innovation but also a collective effort from all stakeholders. A critical aspect of this transformation is upskilling the workforce to ensure that every player is prepared to meet the challenges of a greener future.

Building together: CDL Academy upskills workforce to build a sustainable future

TemasyaGlenmarie, a premier township developed by S P Setia Bhd, is a prime example of urban sophistication and community-centric design. Established in 2008, this 571-acre freehold parcel has evolved into one of Shah Alam’s most vibrant townships.

TemasyaGlenmarie: A thriving urban township

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The US government has lifted the import ban which had been imposed on rubber gloves manufactured by the Brightway Group over alleged forced labour practices.

US lifts ban on remaining Malaysian glove manufacturer

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized about RM5 million in foreign currency from an apartment unit that is said to be a prominent politician's safe house.

MACC seized RM5m in raid on politician's safe house, says source

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The government will only implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST) if the minimum income threshold is at RM3,000-RM4,000, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

PM: Govt will only implement GST if minimum wage threshold increases to RM3k-RM4k

KUALA TERENGGANU (Oct 13): The Terengganu government’s subsidiary, Eastern Pacific Industrial Corporation Bhd (Epic Bhd), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) to integrate its operations with the East Coast Rail Line (ECRL) project network.

Epic, MRL sign MOU to boost East Coast connectivity

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): Businesses should work with the government to help create a Malaysian middle class society&nbsp;in which at least 60% of&nbsp;the people earn enough to qualify them to pay income tax, said Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong.

Aim to have at least 60% of Malaysians qualifying to pay income tax, says Liew

(Oct 13): The European Central Bank will probably advance the global push for monetary easing in the coming week, with an interest-rate cut that policymakers had all but ruled out just a month ago.

ECB is set to deepen global easing with rate cut it didn’t expect

JAKARTA (Oct 13): Apple launched the iPhone 16 globally on Sept 10; however, its official marketing in Indonesia has been delayed due to pending permits from the Ministry of Industry.

Indonesia delays Apple’s iPhone 16 sale after shortfall in promised investment

PETALING JAYA (Oct 13): Malaysia has good relations with other countries and allows their ships to dock here, except those from Israel, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

PM: Malaysia has good ties with other countries, allows ships to dock except from Israel

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KLSCCCI) has proposed for Budget 2025 to allocate additional funding to further drive digital integration and boost efficiency among the small and medium enterprises (SMEs).&nbsp;

Budget 2025: Commerce and industry chamber calls for additional funding to boost SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The Royal Malaysian Police&nbsp;is investigating potential militant jihad brainwashing of children rescued from welfare homes linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB).

GISB: Police probing potential militant jihad brainwashing of rescued children

(Oct 13):&nbsp;Former Macau judge Sam Hou Fai, who has warned against the outsize influence of the gambling industry in the city, was elected as its new leader by a 400-member committee.

Macau elects former judge wary of casinos as new leader

HANOI (Oct 13): Vietnam and China signed 10 agreements ranging from agriculture cooperation to cross-border QR code payments on Sunday, during Chinese Premier Li Qiang's three-day visit to Hanoi, as the two neighbours seek to boost ties.

Vietnam, China sign 10 deals including agri trade and cross-border QR code payments, as leaders meet

LONDON (Oct 13): Britain on Sunday launched a first formal strategy for industry in seven years, as the new Labour government pledged greater stability and certainty for businesses on the eve of a major investment summit in London.

Britain launches industrial plan ahead of investor summit

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): Police arrested three individuals, including two minors, at their respective residences around Kuala Lumpur on Friday, as part of the investigation into the disappearance of four students from a tahfiz centre in Datuk Keramat.

Tahfiz case: Police nab three including two minors

BANGKOK (Oct 13): Southeast Asian leaders called on Sunday for swift agreement on a code of conduct for the South China Sea, based on international law, while demanding an immediate halt to fighting in Myanmar and inclusive peace talks to end its civil war.

Asean urges early accord on South China Sea code, end to Myanmar violence

(Oct 13):&nbsp;Alex Salmond, who turned his Scottish National Party’s (SNP) dream of power into reality even though he didn’t see his vision of an independent country come true, has died. He was 69.

Alex Salmond, champion of Scottish independence, passes away at 69

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): The independence of the judiciary must remain paramount in upholding and administering justice without fear or favour, while the rule of law must prevail, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Anwar: Judicial independence must prevail

KOTA TINGGI (Oct 13): Three individuals, among those arrested for alleged link to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd ( GISB) last month, were charged at&nbsp;the Sessions Court here on Sunday for human trafficking and physical sexual assault.

Three individuals arrested for alleged link to GISB charged with human trafficking, sexual assault

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 13): Malaysia’s impressive economic growth is not solely driven by foreign direct investments (FDIs) but also by domestic investments, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

PM: There have been robust domestic investments too, not just FDIs

MADRID (Oct 13):&nbsp;The European project is approaching a tipping point.&nbsp;

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