Author: Sustainability Matters
Principal launches ESG-focused Shariah-compliant investment fund
Fund aims for companies that embrace sustainability values in business
Target fund is a qualified Sustainable and Responsible Investment fund
Solarvest brings back its Innovation Lab for 2023
Key focus on greentech, fintech and renewable energy
2 rounds of funding from concept to execution, with minimum of US$22,590
[Ed: Second subhead updated for accuracy on the funding amount.]
East Ventures and Temasek Foundation launch climate-tech challenge
Challenge open to startups globally, has total prize pool of US$656k
Indonesia very strategic in terms of effort to mitigate climate change
Cyberview announces ESG framework for Cyberjaya to strengthen smart city ambitions
5-year roadmap consists of specific priority areas for ESG
Focus on creating long-lasting impact based on 6 of 17 UNSDGs
Kossan Rubber rolls out Greening Value Chain Programme with fintech partner, Pantas
Free access to software allowing SMEs to measure their GHG emissions
Access to LCTF, training and consultation services part of programme
Fi Life Offers the Cheapest Life Insurance for Women
Fi Life has launched an online life insurance product with a price guarantee for women below the age of 55.
Petronas and SEDC to develop biofuels for aviation industry
Agreement covers cultivation, harvesting, extraction of crude algae oil
State sees development of next-gen renewable oil as potential game-changer
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Big gap in fully understanding issues around sustainability and ESG
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