ESG

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

The bank plans to retrofit its buildings with solar panels.

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

The bank plans to retrofit its buildings with solar panels.

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation wins SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2022

Leading global financial institution SMBC successfully launched a digital solution to support its customers and other stakeholders with onboarding and accelerating their decarbonisation journey.

Grab unveils 3 new goals for inclusivity and sustainability

To support one of its goals, Grab will launch a programme called Grab Access.

61% of businesses have no access to their suppliers' ESG data: survey

Due to the lack of access, businesses are not able to assess ESG risk and compliance accurately.

How investor stewardship puts companies in a win-win state

Stewardship Asia Centre CEO says a company’s failure to take care of society is a failure to take care of its stakeholders.

7 in 10 businesses mull creating more green jobs in the next 12 months

The move is in support of the government’s green economy.

Sustainability for success? 3 in 5 SMEs agree

SMEs said having sustainable practices can improve their reputation amongst others.

Gov't extends support package for aviation's digital transformation

The package is likely to include cost relief and salary support measures.

Singapore Stewardship Principles to undergo update

The process will take four weeks starting today.

UOB launches first Singapore-focused ESG fund

This supports SG's goal to finance infrastructures through green bond issuances.

Singaporeans ahead of the world on ESG issues

72% of Singaporeans were aware of the term 'ESG.'

SGX and UOBAM unveil iEdge-UOB APAC Green REIT index

The index tracks REITs in the APAC region with higher dividend yields and positive environmental attributes.

KPMG allocates $2.04b for ESG commitments

These hubs are to be established in Europe, the Asia Pacific, and the Americas.

Keppel REIT ready to ride sustainability wave: report

RHB expects Keppel REIT’s sharpened ESG focus to give it an edge.

UOB adopts the Equator Principles to refine sustainability strategy

The bank will apply the principles to assess and manage environmental and social risk projects.

Sustainable stocks outperformed during pandemic

Nearly a third of STI stocks announced strategy changes that focus on sustainability and governance.