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CGM Nuclear Webinar Series: Episode 4 - How Did France Reach 70% Nuclear Energy?
By Laurent Fabre, Head of Business Development for Asia, International New Nuclear Development, Électricité de France Moderated by, ...
Sep 8, 20255 min read


The ICJ's Climate Opinion: What It Means for Business
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
Aug 19, 20255 min read


CGM Nuclear Webinar Series: Episode 3 - How Did France Reach 70% Nuclear Energy?
By Laurent Fabre , Head of Business Development for Asia, International New Nuclear Development, Electricité de France (EDF) Moderated by Datuk NK Tong, Group Managing Director, Bukit Kiara Capital Opening remarks by Dato’ Seri Ahmad Johan Mohammad Raslan, Council Member, Climate Governance Malaysia Remarks by H.E Axel Cruau, Ambassador of France to Malaysia Episode 3 of the Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) Nuclear Webinar Series took place on 6 August 2025 in collaborati
Aug 14, 20255 min read


Interchamber Climate Champions Collective 2025 - Session 1
By Elizabeth Wu, Lawyer, Environmental Justice and Transactional Governance Moderated by Malar Odayappan, Director of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Practice, PwC Malaysia; Member of British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC) Sustainability Network Opening Remarks by Dr. Gary Theseira, Chair of Council, Climate Governance Malaysia Welcoming Remarks by Stefano Clini, Managing Director, Member of Risk Management & Sustainability Committee, Carlsberg Malaysia
Jul 14, 20256 min read


Why a Strong Environment Minister is Important in Implementing the Climate Agenda - Part One: The Road to Paris
In the more than two decades that I served in the Malaysian government, I have been very privileged to have served under the guidance of...
Jun 11, 20255 min read


Will Trump's Second Term Derail Global Sustainability and ESG?
To begin, it helps to understand the kinds of directives that have fueled uncertainty. On the environmental front, the administration has...
Jun 4, 20254 min read


Malaysia’s Green Flight Path: Becoming Southeast Asia’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Hub
Globally, air travel demand is surging. Passenger numbers are rebounding strongly post-pandemic, with the International Air Transport...
May 28, 20253 min read


A Call to Global Climate Action: The Second Letter from the COP30 Presidency
The incoming Brazilian Presidency of COP30 has released its second letter to the international community, calling for urgent and collective climate action. With 2024 confirmed as the warmest year on record and CO₂ levels at an 800,000-year high, the letter moves from vision to action. At the heart of this call is the launch of the Global Mutirão —a worldwide, self-organized mobilization encouraging concrete, grassroots climate solutions. Everyone, from governments to communit
May 14, 20251 min read


Wrapped: National Climate Governance Summit 2025
Held from 7-11 April at Sasana Kijang, Kuala Lumpur, the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2025 brought together nearly 3,500 participants from over 30 countries—onsite and online—to explore the future of climate leadership under the theme “Transition Finance: The Foundation of the Transition Economy.” With 94 expert speakers, 34 main sessions, 13 workshops, 11 masterclasses, and 8 university collaborations, the summit delivered a powerful platform for dialogue, insig
May 14, 20251 min read


Part 2: Where Does Nuclear Energy Fit in the Energy Transition?
Opening Remarks: Dato Seri Ahmad Johan Mohammad Raslan, Council Member, Climate Governance Malaysia Remarks: Justin Friedman, Senior...
Jan 13, 20255 min read


Reflecting on 2024
As the year draws to a close, we at Climate Governance Malaysia would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for your continued support and engagement with CGM. We’ve had an incredible 2024, and here are just some of the highlights: Our inaugural International Advisory Panel (IAP) Summit —an exclusive, closed-door gathering—was held on 9 September 2024 in conjunction with our annual National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS). This pioneering eve
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Wrapped: Malaysian Support for COP29 Parallel Program
With the conclusion of the ' Malaysian Support for COP29 ' parallel program, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed speakers, curators, sponsors, and partners. Your unwavering support and contributions have been the cornerstone of this event's success. Organized in conjunction with the Malaysia Pavilion at COP29 in Baku, this impactful parallel program featured 111 speakers from 12 countries, delivering 62 sessions over the nine-day event. The program
Dec 18, 20241 min read


Wrapped: National Climate Governance Summit 2024
After months of careful planning, the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2024 has come to a successful close. We extend our...
Oct 14, 20241 min read


Jasim Puthucheary: Accurate and timely climate data is imperative to achieving net zero by 2050
The first ever global stocktake that was presented at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change...
Jun 30, 20242 min read


Key Takeaways from CGM's COP28 Debrief Webinar
With the dust still settling on the COP28 climate summit, the Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) team convened a group of climate...
Mar 7, 20248 min read


Unveiling the Impact: Our Much-Anticipated Report is Here!
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...
Jan 9, 20242 min read


Charlotte Wolff-Bye: Let’s put nature at the heart of our climate plans
I am hopeful that the upcoming COP 28 climate summit will give nature the role it deserves in our fight against climate change. The COP...
Nov 29, 20231 min read


100% Electrified buildings and Communities: Powering Commercial Developments for a Brighter Future
On the 11th of October 2023, Climate Governance Malaysia convened the second session of its webinar series titled "100% Electrified...
Oct 16, 20232 min read


100% Electrified Buildings and Communities: Electrifying Your Beloved Home
On October 4th, 2023, Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM) and the U.S. Embassy to Malaysia came together to host the inaugural session of a...
Oct 9, 20233 min read


Wrapped: Inaugural National Climate Governance Summit 2023 - Thank you for your support!
The National Climate Governance Summit 2023 (NCGS) provided invaluable insights and discussions from our esteemed speakers and...
Sep 12, 20232 min read
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