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Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

International Built Environment Week (IBEW) in Singapore
Robotics

International Built Environment Week (IBEW) in Singapore

More than 250 exhibitors will gather in Singapore as the event spotlights digitalisation, sustainability and regulatory changes for the sector.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Climate change rules clarified this year
Disaster Recovery

Climate change rules clarified this year

New disclosure and adaptation rules will force large firms to spell out climate risks, while greenwashing scrutiny and reporting relief evolve.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Inclusiveness in an AI driven city
Smart Cities

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city

Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

Ricoh achieves first EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating
Supply Chain

Ricoh achieves first EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating

Ricoh has secured a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 1% globally, following a decade of Gold standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
BEX Asia (The Built Environment Expo) in Singapore
Digital twins

BEX Asia (The Built Environment Expo) in Singapore

Held at Marina Bay Sands in September, the expo is expected to draw thousands of professionals seeking deals, contacts and CPD points.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand
Clean technologies

Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation
Digital Transformation

KPMG launches AI platform for business transformation

KPMG has launched KPMG Velocity, an AI-powered platform aimed at streamlining business transformation by unifying existing services and advanced technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Women, AI, and the future of ESG: why diverse perspectives matter
Artificial Intelligence

Women, AI, and the future of ESG: why diverse perspectives matter

As AI transforms ESG compliance, the call for diverse perspectives, particularly from women, is crucial for ethical and effective decision-making.

By Caroline Romo • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Tech firms lag in CSRD audit readiness, says Semarchy survey
Data governance

Tech firms lag in CSRD audit readiness, says Semarchy survey

A Semarchy study reveals only 16% of tech and professional services firms are audit-ready for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, raising data concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities
Artificial Intelligence

CFOs expand roles to drive enterprise strategic priorities

A recent Gartner survey reveals CFOs are broadening their roles, now heavily involved in data analytics, risk management, and AI strategies, enhancing enterprise profitability.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Gallagher Security Asia wins two major ESG awards 2024
Clean technologies

Gallagher Security Asia wins two major ESG awards 2024

Gallagher Security Asia has secured top honours at the Greater Bay Area ESG Achievement Awards 2024, recognising its dedication to sustainability and ESG principles.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Rockwell Automation releases 2024 sustainability report
Digital Transformation

Rockwell Automation releases 2024 sustainability report

Rockwell Automation has unveiled its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing global progress in sustainable practices and advanced technologies across various industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030
Hyperscale

New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030

New Relic has secured approval for its science-based targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, joining over 7,000 firms in the climate initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025
Power / Energy

Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025

Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025, becoming the first to achieve this prestigious title twice, according to Corporate Knights.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

Scalare Partners acquires Inhouse Ventures for AUD $1.3m
Investment

Scalare Partners acquires Inhouse Ventures for AUD $1.3m

Scalare Partners has acquired Inhouse Ventures for USD $1.3 million, enhancing its offerings to early-stage technology companies in Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Singaporean firms embrace digital tech despite energy fears
Hyperscale

Singaporean firms embrace digital tech despite energy fears

A survey from Alibaba Cloud reveals that while 84% of Singaporean businesses see digital tech as key to sustainability, 86% worry about its energy demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
Lack of whistleblowing systems undermines ESG in Australia
Investment

Lack of whistleblowing systems undermines ESG in Australia

Report It Now raises alarm over the inadequate whistleblowing infrastructure in Australian firms, jeopardising Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025