Malaysia leads the way in ESG adoption for major infra projects

LocalPolitics
18 Jan 2025 • 12:32 PM MYT
Daily Express
Daily Express

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By: Ir Ts KJ TAN

THE integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into major infrastructure projects is rapidly transforming the landscape of Malaysia’s development sector.

From the ambitious Pan Borneo Highway to water supply dams, renewable energy initiatives, and mixed development projects, the Malaysian government is placing ESG principles at the forefront of planning and implementation.

Advertisement (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});This approach not only ensures long-term sustainability but also aligns the nation with global standards of responsible development.

Planners, designers, builders, and policymakers across the country are now tasked with embedding ESG considerations into every phase of their projects.