ESG

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.

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.