Clean path: Shoppers line up at aEON checkout counters with filled carts. For the company, initiatives such as energy efficiency projects and the elimination of single-use plastic bags serve a dual purpose, allowing for reduced environmental impact.
Once a buzzword among businesses, environmental, social and governance (ESG) is now becoming a competitive necessity across South-East Asia’s fast-evolving retail landscape.
The region has witnessed a marked shift in consumer expectations, with ESG considerations increasingly shaping shopping preferences and corporate strategies.
