by ecadmin | Aug 3, 2025 | ESG
The Philippines, long ranked among the world’s top sources of ocean plastic, is taking bold action to clean up its act—starting with its biggest polluters. In 2023, the country rolled out Southeast Asia’s first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law, requiring...
by ecadmin | Aug 3, 2025 | ESG
In 2024, it was reported that Singapore’s recycling rate has slipped from 62% in 2013 to just 52% in 2023—falling short of the 70% target outlined in the nation’s Zero Waste Masterplan. The usual suspect? Overflowing blue bins filled with food-contaminated...
by ecadmin | Jul 13, 2025 | ESG
Malaysia’s Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, has issued a stark warning: too many corporate and government-led “green” initiatives are little more than greenwashing—superficial efforts that lack genuine impact. In a...
by ecadmin | Jul 13, 2025 | ESG
DKSH Malaysia is setting new benchmarks in corporate sustainability through a series of bold, eco-conscious initiatives across its operations. With a firm commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, the company is making significant strides in areas such...
by ecadmin | Jul 6, 2025 | ESG
In a world grappling with climate change, inequality, and resource depletion, it’s easy to feel powerless. But in Malaysia, a growing force of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is proving that business can be a powerful agent of change. These are not just...
by ecadmin | Jun 8, 2025 | ESG
In the push for a more sustainable packaging future, bioplastics — or plastics made from plant-based materials — often emerge as a promising solution. At first glance, it seems simple: swap fossil fuels for renewable crops, and you get a greener alternative. But in...