ESG
Large firms trail public conduct mandate by 19% margin
Large firms trail public conduct mandate by 19% margin
Large businesses scored 68%, falling 19% short of the expected 84%.
Singapore firms fail transparency test for 39% of locals
This 1,029-person study reveals gap between boardroom claims and public belief.
Singapore CFOs struggle to embed ESG into finance
Southeast Asia is falling behind on ESG.
DBS boosts sustainable financing to $89b in 2024
Customers invested over S$42m in sustainable funds.
Singapore ranks 2nd in APAC for ESG metrics
Eight in 10 companies incorporate ESG within executive incentive plans.
Far East Group establishes board sustainability committee
The group has appointed Linda Hoon Siew Kin as the independent director.
ACCA and KPMG launch ESG learning programme for accountants
Participants may also pursue educational programmes in finance sustainability.
Singapore leads in ESG awareness, performance: report
Singaporeans urge companies to better communicate ESG issues to all stakeholders.
Green economy skills in high demand as SGP 2030 advances
ESG is the most transferable skill and is required by more than 500 job roles in 2022.
Income Insurance seeks to fill billion-dollar financing gap in climate transition
The region skimmed its carbon intensity by 2.8%, far below the 17.2% needed.
Singapore's climate reporting rises, but net-zero commitments lag
Climate reporting efforts began for 96% of issuers in FY 2023.
Palm oil firms with high ESG transparency are less valued than less compliant peers: NUS study
ESG premium is not prevalent in the industry.
New registry aids in accurate ESG reporting
Six in 10 firms said they need improved clarity on ESG metrics for reporting.
4 in 5 business leaders rely on media to shape ESG strategies
For Singapore business leaders, “environment” is the top ESG priority.
Half of Singaporeans believe greenwashing is prevalent amongst local companies
Six in 10 are sceptical about companies’ claims relating to ESG impact.
MAS kicks off public consultation for code of conduct of ESG ratings, data products
The proposed code will establish minimum industry standards of transparency in methodologies and data sources.
Four key areas for boards to enhance ESG strategies in Singapore
Russell Reynolds Associates explains how sustainability efforts can create commercial value and drive better business.
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