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Opening Remarks by Ar. (Dr.) Serina Hijjas, Council Member, CGM Keynote Address by Åsmund Asdal, Svalbard Global Seed Vault Coordinator, Nordic Genetic Resource Center (NordGen) Panel Discussion ● Dato’ Henry Barlow, Chair of the Board of Directors, CGM [Moderator] ; ● Dr. Paul Smith, Secretary General, Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) ● Dr. Dzaeman B. Dzulkifli David, Executive Director, Tropical Rainforest Conservation and Research Centre (TRCRC) ● Dr

Opening Remarks: Dato Seri Ahmad Johan Mohammad Raslan, Council Member, Climate Governance Malaysia ⁠ Remarks: Justin Friedman, Senior Advisor for Commercial Competitiveness in Nuclear Energy, Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN), U.S. Department of State Presentation: a. Judi Greenwald, Executive Director, Nuclear Innovation Alliance b. Datuk NK Tong (moderator) Part 2 of Climate Governance Malaysia’s (CGM) webinar on nuclear energy and its potential

After months of careful planning, the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2024 has come to a successful close. We extend our deepest gratitude to our distinguished speakers, sponsors, and partners for their unwavering support and invaluable contributions. This year’s summit brought together 85 esteemed speakers, with YB Nik, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES), headlining the event. We are very grateful to have the backing of 12 sponsor

Astronaut Ronald Garan spent over 178 days in space, a journey that transformed his understanding of our planet and our role within it. In a recent interview, he revealed how observing Earth from the International Space Station led him to the striking conclusion that humanity is "living a lie." Garan argues that pressing issues like global warming and deforestation are not isolated challenges but rather symptoms of a deeper misunderstanding of our place in the universe. He em

The first ever global stocktake that was presented at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 28) in November 2023 found that the world is not on track to achieve the goals set out in Paris in 2015. This was of no surprise to anyone. The report went on to highlight the need to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 43%, 60% and 84% from 2019 levels by 2030, 2035 and 2050 respectively to limit global warming to 1.5°C. For pers

With the increasing frequency and severity of climate-related disaster situations, the Angkatan Pertahanan Awam Malaysia (APM), or Malaysian Civil Defence Force, has seen rising demand for its services in recent years. As climate change worsens, APM is being called upon to respond to a broader range of disasters, including floods, landslides, tropical storms and extreme heat events. These disasters not only endanger public safety but also put a strain on infrastructure, resou

Malaysia has been grappling with the challenge of floods, which account for 85% of natural disasters in the country since 2000. The threat of flooding is expected to worsen, potentially costing up to 4.1% of Malaysia's GDP in 2030 and increasing unemployment rates. Reference In response to this growing threat, the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur hosted a roundtable event to discuss effective flood management and responses in cities, with support from partners includ

Dear CGM Members, We hope this message finds you well and thriving in the new year! We are thrilled to share some exciting news that has been eagerly awaited-the release of our highly anticipated Impact Report for 2023. This report isn't your typical data dump; it's a celebration of your dedication and support, etched into every success story and milestone achieved. From groundbreaking initiatives to heartwarming testimonials, this report encapsulates the essence of our j

On the 11th of October 2023, Climate Governance Malaysia convened the second session of its webinar series titled "100% Electrified Buildings and Communities." This event commenced with an introduction by Datuk Ahmad Johan Raslan, a council member of CGM and the Director of Sime Darby Properties, shedding light on CGM's mission to guide companies in an effective climate transition strategy. Sean Armstrong, Managing Principal of Redwood Energy, presented insights into prevaili

On October 4th, 2023, Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) and the U.S. Embassy to Malaysia came together to host the inaugural session of a webinar series entitled "100% Electrified Buildings and Communities: Electrifying Your Beloved Homes." This collaborative effort was designed to catalyze a transformative shift in the way homes are powered throughout Malaysia. Datuk Ahmad Johan Raslan, a council member of CGM and the Director of Sime Darby Group, and Grace Choi, the Cultura

5-7 September 2023 | Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia Register to attend virtually or physically here . Live Blog [updated 9 August 2023] Program book unveiled! Be the first to read this here. [updated 8 August 2023] Climate Governance Malaysia has been working hard to launch the first National Climate Governance Summit targeting SMEs and we are delighted to feature more than 70 thought leaders who are keen sustainability practitioners, including the keynote by HH Pemangku

His Excellency, Mr. Brian Mc Feeters, US Ambassador to Malaysia, in his brief welcome remarks highlighted the objectives of US Foreign...

Edge Weekly Human civilisation has been thriving for thousands of years within a narrow envelope of a stable climate. However, the extreme weather we are beginning to face exacerbates the already severe threats to our ability to survive and thrive. Just as earthquake planning is acculturated in certain countries, so too climate education needs to be acculturated, especially in this region, which is disproportionately affected by climate change. The analogy would be putting yo

On 12 October 2022, Climate Governance Initiative (CGI) hosted the Global Summit 2022: Ambition to Action, a 24-hour virtual conference spanning the globe and bringingtogether highly motivated board members and other eminent speakers who champion effective climate governance. Climate Governance Malaysia is the secretariat for the ASEAN Climate Governance Network (ACGN) – which is supported by all institutes of directors in the region curated a series of 4 sessions for this 2

Dr Kala Nesaretnam, co-founder of CGM in her opening remarks stated that in the first roundtable the focus was on how corporates and consumers’ managed their waste. In this second session, the panellists and moderator discussed solutions to resolving waste issues in the community, accompanied by the idea of smart cities. Creating safe and resilient sustainable cities is among the primary focus of the green agenda. For context, there were already innovative initiatives that ar

Compiled by Purnima Joshi Over the past week, Southeast Asian governments have been teetering to combat the double whammy of inflationary...

Compiled by Ms. Purnima Joshi In corporate news, to neutralize their carbon dioxide emissions, many companies buy certificates from clean...