ESG

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.

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.

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.

Keppel debuts in Dow Jones Sustainability World, APAC Indices

It was amongst the 38 additions to the DJSI World.

SG’s top firms outperform global average in ESG reporting

The leading 100 firms in the country scored higher in six of 12 indicators.

ABS unveils industry guidelines for sustainable private banking

The industry group sustainability taskforce has also developed a training benchmark.

Everimpact, STACS tie up to provide carbon tracking platform to banks, firms

This will increase trust and transparency in the carbon market

How firms can meet the booming demand for ESG jobs

Firms must seek a sustainability leader with an ESG mindset and green courses for workers.

Investors prioritise other factors over a company's ESG scores

There are gaps in verifying environmental, social, and governance data. 

Nearly 9 in 10 shoppers are willing to pay more for sustainable products

Most shoppers expect the government to lead sustainability efforts.

OCBC invests S$25m to reduce carbon footprint in operations

The bank plans to retrofit its buildings with solar panels.