SYNOPSIS   

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are essential for guiding companies across all sectors towards sustainable and ethical operations. ESG now aligns business practices with global goals like the UN Sustainable Development Goals and net-zero targets, helping organizations address non-financial risks and opportunities critical to long-term resilience and performance. Modern ESG strategies leverage data, technology, and stakeholder engagement, focusing on measurable outcomes and transparent reporting through frameworks like GRI, SASB, and ISSB. Companies are prioritizing actions such as renewable energy use, carbon reduction, diversity and inclusion, and ethical governance to address climate change, social equity, and corporate transparency. By integrating ESG into their core strategies, businesses not only mitigate risks and meet compliance standards but also drive innovation and growth, ensuring a sustainable and equitable future while remaining competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

In this webinar, we will introduce the IEM Simplified ESG Disclosure Guidelines and demonstrate how they can support your organization in developing a clear and actionable ESG strategy. These guidelines provide a streamlined approach to addressing environmental, social, and governance priorities, helping you identify key risks and opportunities, align with international standards, and enhance transparency in stakeholder communication. Whether you are beginning your ESG journey or refining existing practices, this session will equip you with introduction to build a robust and impactful sustainability journey.

Topic 1: How is ESG related to Economics and Financials?

• What is ESG?
• What is the benefit of implementing ESG in a company in terms of economics and financials?
• How does ESG determine business performance?

Topic 2: Introduction to IEM Guideline on Simplified ESG Disclosure for Built Environment

• ESG Framework for Built Environment

i. General Disclosure
ii. Environment Disclosure
iii. Social Disclosure
iv. Governance Disclosure


BIODATA OF SPEAKER

Ir. Ts Dr LEONG KAH HON

Ir Ts Dr Leong Kah Hon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, Lee Kong Chian Faculty of Engineering and Science at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) and a HRDF Accredited Trainer. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy (Civil and Environmental Engineering) from Universiti Malaya and professional qualifications from the Board of Engineers Malaysia and Malaysia Board of Technologists. He practises his engineering in Singapore for three years before joining the education sector. His great contribution to the environment sustainability has awarded him the AAET Green Award 2021 (Malaysia). He has more than six years of experience in teaching. His effective and interactive training methods that emphasise hands-on approaches have earned him much recognition. He was also the recipient of UTAR Teaching Excellence Award in year 2021.