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This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on January 5, 2026 - January 11, 2026 Climate change is already causing severe disruption across Asia, and this is expected to intensify. Our research finds that 14% of Asia’s gross domestic product (GDP) is at risk by 2050 due to climate impacts. Companies are exposed to physical impacts of climate change, such as heatwaves, floods, storms and droughts. All of these can undermine productivity, damage infrastructu

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on December 22, 2025 - December 28, 2025 The Malaysian government is expected to table the National Climate Change Bill (also known as the RUUPIN) in parliament in the coming months, providing a legal framework for climate action and anchoring market-based financing for adaptation and resilience. Malaysia’s global climate pledges, including the goal of cutting methane emissions by 30% by 2030, were reaffirmed by t

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on November 24, 2025 - November 30, 2025 Across sectors and over recent years, increasingly sustainability has become part of every strategy presentation and annual report. Boards of directors have been signing on to net zero commitments, investors scrutinising environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and consumers rewarding responsible brands. Yet, when it comes to decisive action on climate, progre

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on October 27, 2025 - November 2, 2025 “The investor-state dispute settlement system, with its roots in colonialism and extractivism, is not fit for purpose in the 21st century because it prioritises the interests of foreign investors over the rights of states, human rights and the environment.”  — David Boyd, 2nd UN special rapporteur on human rights and the environment “Investor-state dispute settlement mechanis

As Malaysia approaches Budget 2026, climate scientist Dr. Gary Theseira, also the chair of CGM Council, has urged policymakers to move beyond policy rhetoric and focus on structural reforms that can unlock private capital for renewable energy (RE) and green technology. According to Dr. Gary, attracting serious investment requires addressing “barriers, difficulties, and complications” within the RE ecosystem — particularly in infrastructure, transmission networks, and human ca

Observations from Ar. (Dr.) Serina Hijjas, CGM Council member                This Year’s Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies (OCIS) Roundtable, themed  Guardians of the Earth: Climate Action Through the Lens of Maqasid al-Shariah convened in Kuala Lumpur on the 30 September with leading global scholars, thought leaders, and policymakers & financial stewards to explore ethical and moral imperatives in addressing the climate crisis and

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on August 18, 2025 - August 24, 2025 Malaysia’s energy transition is at a critical juncture. The energy sector accounts for nearly 80% of national greenhouse gas emissions, placing it at the heart of the country’s decarbonisation efforts. Yet the transition must also ensure energy security and continued economic development. In addition, Malaysia faces unique challenges: federal-state governance complexities; subs

By  Tan Sri Tommy Thomas , Attorney General: 2018-2020 Elizabeth Wu , Lawyer, Environmental Justice and Transnational Governance Kiu Jia Yaw , Sustainable Development Lawyer, Kiu & Co On 11 August 2025, Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) and Kiu & Co co-organised an online fireside chat session examining the landmark advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered on 23 July 2025. The opinion addresses states’ obligations under international law in relat

By   Dr. Naika Meili, Climate Risk Specialist, Swiss Re Veng Hoong Loh,   Vice President, Risk Data Solutions for Corporates, Swiss Re Moderated by Dato’ Tengku Marina , Council Member of Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM)   The third session of Climate Governance Malaysia’s Directors’ Masterclass Series 2025  was held on 1 July 2025, in partnership with Swiss Re.   This session provided corporate board directors with a detailed understanding of climate-related physical risks

By Gautier Desme, Head of Nature Research & Methodology, S&P Global Sustainable1 Terence Teoh, Associate Director, Climate & Sustainability Services, S&P Global Sustainable1 Opening and Closing Remarks by Ar. (Dr.) Serina Hijjas, Council Member, Climate Governance Malaysia The second session of Climate Governance Malaysia’s Directors’ Masterclass Series 2025  was held on 24 June 2025, in partnership with S&P Global Sustainable1. The session introduced participants to the e

The second session of Climate Governance Malaysia’s (CGM) Conversations series was held on 16 May 2025 at the Securities Commission Malaysia and featured Mark Mills, Founder of the Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC) and Co-Founder of Generation Investment Management. Moderated by Dr. Hezri Adnan, Director of Group Sustainability at Bursa Malaysia and CGM Council Member, the session offered participants an opportunity to engage directly with Mark and pose questions

The Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) Conversations Series provides a dynamic forum for corporate leaders to engage directly with global experts and peers. These sessions deliver timely insights into emerging trends, regulatory developments, and actionable strategies that are shaping corporate climate ambition. Held on 9 May 2025, the inaugural session of the series focused on the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), featuring Tony Goldner, CEO of the TNF

The first session of Climate Governance Malaysia’s Director’s Masterclass Series 2025  was held on 24th February 2025 as an online webinar. Renato Roldão, Member of the Task Force for International Carbon Pricing and Markets Diplomacy at DG CLIMA, European Commission, provided an overview of the EU’s carbon pricing mechanisms in his opening remarks. He highlighted the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) as a key driver of emissions reductions, with covered sectors cutting em

This article first appeared in Forum, The Edge Malaysia Weekly on February 24, 2025 - March 2, 2025 Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) recently submitted feedback to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on the climate change bill (RUUPIN or Rang Undang-Undang Perubahan Iklim Negara). Malaysia’s proposed climate change bill seeks to establish a framework for national climate action in alignment with the Paris Agreement. In our submission, CGM outlined key concerns

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

On August 20th, 2024, industry leaders convened at Bursa Malaysia for the “Director’s Masterclass Series 2024: Navigating Climate Risks:...

Malaysia is grappling with significant deforestation challenges that threaten its global standing, resource security, and market access....

On July 17th, 2024, industry leaders and directors convened at the Asia School of Business for the "Director's Masterclass Series 2024: Latest Developments in Climate: Aligned Executive Compensation." This Masterclass, in collaboration with FIDE FORUM, delved into the critical role of aligned executive compensation in advancing the climate agenda and promoting environmental sustainability within organizations.   Dr. Gary Theseira, Director of Climate Governance Malaysia, bega

On June 13th, 2024, industry leaders convened for the "Director's Masterclass Series 2024: Leveraging Nature's Wealth for Business...

On 15th May 2024, the second event of the Climate Governance 2024 Masterclass Series, hosted by Serina Hijjas, delved into the latest...