In a world where sustainability, responsibility, and inclusivity are paramount, the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC) ignites change with “BMCC ESG Horizons.” Evolving from the Malaysia Climate Action Week’s success, this dynamic month-long initiative redefines corporate responsibility and champions sustainable leadership. Seamlessly bridging the climate action gap, it explores the wider spectrum of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors, uniting environmental preservation, social responsibility, and effective governance.
A series of engaging and enlightening programmes offering education, invaluable experiences, expert insights, and networking to empower business leaders and professionals as change agents.
Key Focus Area:
Developing Sustainable Driven Leaders
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
Energy Transition
Waste Management
Role of Tech Sector in ESG
Together with our supporting organisation bp, we recognise the importance of promoting responsible and ethical business practices that create long-term positive impacts on the environment, society, and economy. Throughout November, we curated a series of engaging programmes featuring education, invaluable experiences, expert insights, and networking opportunities. These initiatives aimed to empower business leaders and professionals as catalysts for positive change. Thank you, bp, for making a significant impact in advancing environmental, social, and governance causes with the BMCC!
ESG Horizons Programmes
BMCC & KTJ Sustainability Conference: Empowering Schools for a Green Feature!
6 November 2023
BMCC together with Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar successfully organised a sustainability conference that was participated by students from Asia Pacific School, Epsom College, Nexus International School, Charterhouse Malaysia, and Kolej Tuanku Jaafar. The conference provided students with a platform to showcase their sustainability initiatives and environmental practices within their schools, promoting learning and innovation.
Thank you, Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar for hosting and organising this inaugural student-led event. The event received support from and was attended by students from BMCC member schools.
ESG Discovery Tour: Gamuda Cove
15 November 2023
Hosted by Gamuda Land, BMCC members explored the blueprint of a sustainable township at Gamuda Cove, which showcased the future of property development. This low-carbon smart city has been meticulously designed to preserve natural resources while offering a wealth of entertainment and recreational options for its community.
ESG Horizons: Briefing on ESG Government Incentives
29 November 2023
We partnered with PwC to host a comprehensive briefing on the Malaysian Government’s latest ESG-related tax and non- tax incentives, as outlined in Budget 2024. This session provided businesses with crucial insights into leveraging these incentives to optimise operations, reduce costs, and align with evolving ESG initiatives. It was an invaluable opportunity for participants to deepen their understanding and strategise for sustainable growth in the changing regulatory landscape.
To foster greater engagement and offer our members more opportunities to enhance their ESG awareness, we actively supported and showcased our members’ ESG-related initiatives during ESG Horizons month to the broader BMCC network:
OPITO Global 2023: Our New Energy Era
8-9 November 2023
Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving energy industry, the event explored the essentials for fostering a safe and sustainable future for our sector.
Green Horizons: Crafting the Workplace of Tomorrow
16 November 2023
The traditional workplace is now history as the world embraces a new perspective on the role of offices in a redefined workplace. Co-organised by InvestKL and JLL, the session explored the global ESG landscape and examined how businesses are reshaping their practices to tackle urgent environmental and societal challenges.
Enabling Clean Growth & Sustainable Transition: Public-Private Partnerships & International Collaborations
16 November 2023
The British High Commission, Kuala Lumpur hosted a dialogue session at the Asia Pacific Climate Week 2023, titled “Enabling Clean Growth and Sustainable Transition: Public-Private Partnerships and International Collaborations”. Here, policymakers, industry experts, and global partners discussed their efforts in driving Malaysia and Southeast Asia’s green transformation. Participants gained insights into Malaysia’s shift towards sustainable energy and industry, the UK’s initiatives in sustainable development, and successful collaborative models outlined in the UK-Malaysia Clean Growth Handbook. The session also explored international partnerships, focusing on policy frameworks, innovative strategies, and practical case studies from Malaysia and the United Kingdom.
IGB Masterclass: Innovative Projects for a Greener Future
25 November 2023
Guided by Joachim Fendt-Newlin, the visionary Administrative Director of the Sustainability Management School (SUMAS) in Switzerland, the enlightening session specially curated for participants aged 14 to 17, inspired and equipped young minds with practical knowledge and innovative ideas to foster sustainability in their communities and beyond.
Our Partners
