64 companies recognised for exemplary ESG efforts

Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (front row, centre) at the ESG PIA 2023 awards held at Sheraton Petaling Jaya, August 21, 2024. Joining him are (front row, from left) Star Media Group (SMG) chief business officer Lydia Wang, SMG chief executive officer Chan Seng Fatt, Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti) secretary-general Datuk Hairil Yahri Yaacob, Most Outstanding ESG Initiative (Small and Medium Enterprises And Mid-Tier) winner Iskandar Malaysia Studios Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Rashid Karim, Most Outstanding ESG Initiative (Large Companies) winner Malaysia Steel Works (KL) Bhd executive vice chairman Datuk Sri Tai Hean Leng, SMG chairman Tan Sri Wong Foon Meng, OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd chief executive officer Tan Chor Sen and SMG chief content officer Datin Paduka Esther Ng posing for photos with other award winners. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Recognising forward-thinking environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, 64 companies were awarded for their exemplary efforts.

On Wednesday night (Aug 21) ESG Positive Impact Awards (ESG PIA), the vibrant gala night recognised these companies for their unwavering commitment to ESG principles by embracing sustainability and societal welfare alongside financial performance.