Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability 2010

June 21, 2010

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June 22, 2010

Location: Prince Hotel, KL, Malaysia

In today’ challenging economic conditions and competing environment, the focus on corporate responsibility is crucial because it will ensure companies are making the right decisions in leading to positive investments for their long term viability. Good corporate citizenship in good businesses also argues the importance of corporate responsibility as a good will and will ensure success in the long term. Read more

Greenpeace University

CALLING ALL YOUNG ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVISTS FROM INDONESIA, SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA

Greenpeace South East Asia are seeking its next generation of leaders…future caretakers and activists for the Earth!

Could this be ‘YOU’?

Are you ready for the opportunity of a life time? To make a positive change for our environment? To stand up and make a real difference in an effort to protect our planet?

Become part of the ‘GREENPEACE UNIVERSITY’ Program, and not only achieve all of the above, but learn the skills and gain the experience to become an environmental activist of the future.

Commencing 14th June 2010, this exciting, first of its kind program in South East Asia consists of a 6.5 week direct learning program, delivered through systematic and guided training as well as relevant and ‘real’ hands-on practical experience. The course program is free of charge.

Participants will be ‘submerged’ into the world of Greenpeace. Here they will gain high level exposure to all major facets of our operation as well as essential training in skills such as basic campaign training, project management and research techniques. Based on this themed training, participants will be given the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a fully supervised, practical manner through a series of stimulating, real and relevant challenges and campaign placements.

Students successfully completing the program will be awarded a certificate of achievement upon completion.

To be eligible for this exciting program, you must meet the following criteria:

• Ability to speak, read and write in English language;
• Between 18 – 25 years of age;
• Committed and passionate towards saving the environment;
• Energetic, enthusiastic and willing to work hard, to learn and to be constantly challenged;
• Self confident, proactive and results orientated;
• Team player, with a ‘can do’ attitude;
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment;
• Able to fully commit to 6.5 week, full-time program (approx. 38 hours per week) on a volunteer basis*

Eligible candidates who wish to apply should forward their resume (2 pages), an application cover letter explaining why they wish to become the new voice of our planet and join Greenpeace University, as well as a 500 word essay (in English), addressing one of the following topics:

1. Should economic development come at the expense of our environment?
2. What is civil society’s role in environmental protection?
3. Many businesses now say they are ‘green’. Many communities now have ‘green’ initiatives. Is this enough to protect our environment for future generations?

Applicants should send their application to:

Indonesian Applications: gpu.id@greenpeace.org

Singapore Applications: gpu.sg@greenpeace.org

Malaysian Applications: gpu.my@greenpeace.org

Become an environmental activist of the future and join Greenpeace University!

* Note: Financially disadvantaged applicants may apply to the program on a partial scholarship basis in which a modest stipend towards transport and accommodation may be awarded to the successful applicant/s. Interested applicants may request a Greenpeace University ‘Partial Scholarship’ Application Form by writing to chelsey.james@greenpeace.org. All scholarship applications should be submitted together with the general program application for the selection panels consideration.

Applications close 16th April 2010

For more information, feel free to visit our Greenpeace University website at:
www.greenpeace.org/gpu

Malaysia POWERGEN 2010

March 15, 2010

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March 16, 2010

Event Title: MALAYSIA POWERGEN

Event Date: 15-16 March 2010

Venue: The Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

Country: Malaysia

Realising the increase in energy consumption, Malaysia continuously reviews its energy policy. The crucial challenges of the Malaysia power sector are sustainability, security and reliability of energy supply from energy resources – mix of non-renewable and renewable energy for long term sustainable development. This Conference assesses the implications of these challenges and how it translates into strategic growth, business and investment opportunities.

Themed “Seizing Investment, Partnership and Project Development Opportunities & Overcoming Challenges in Malaysia Power”, Malaysia PowerGen Conference is meeting of minds of the industry leaders and regulators from Malaysia and around the region to discuss the current state of Malaysian Power sector, to determine the future of the industry and to explore growth opportunities for both foreign and local entities.

Contact Person: Ms. Weny Thong

Email: weny.thong@abf.com.sg

Phone: +65 6536 8676

Organiser: Asia Business Forum

High-Performance Green Buildings, Malaysia

October 12, 2009

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October 14, 2009

Organised & Managed By: My Events International

Augmenting savings, profitability and productivity through sustainable designs

Although green building initiatives in Malaysia are still at infancy stage, yet the awareness of its financial and tangible benefits is increasing. The need for lower operational cost is the main reason for companies to adopt green concepts.

The government is also committed in promoting green concepts with the establishment of Energy, Green Technology and Water Ministry, under the leadership of Datuk Peter Chin. In addition, according to Works Minister, Datuk Shaziman Abu Mansor, future government buildings will be incorporating green concepts. The launch of Malaysia’s very own green rating tool, Green Building Index, has brought sustainability development in Malaysia to a higher level. Read more

Sustainable Manufacturing: Greening your Processes

January 19, 2009

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January 20, 2009

Sustainable manufacturing is defined as the creation of manufactured products that use processes that are non-polluting, conserve energy and natural resources, and are economically sound and safe for employees, communities, and consumers.

Many large, multinational companies are cognizant of impending overseas environmental regulations and growing consumer demand for a new generation of environmentally friendly products, and they are beginning to formulate their response. Some have embraced the notion that green products and production techniques are a competitive weapon.

These companies are finding that green manufacturing initiatives offer competitive market advantages. Manufacturers can actually save money by institutionalising greener products and processes. Sustainable manufacturing has become not only a more responsible way for many organisations to do business, but a more profitable way as well. Read more

Asia Environmental News: 11 Nov 08

• China pays high environmental and social price for reliance on coal (Guardian) – The True Cost of Coal, a new report published by Greenpeace, the World Wildlife Fund and The Energy Foundation, says that the social and environmental impacts of using coal cost China an additional 1.7 trillion yuan.
• New deal to rescue Borneo orangutans in Malaysia (Yahoo) – The Malaysian-based LEAP Conservancy group is planning to buy 222 acres of tropical jungle land on Borneo island from palm oil operators, and turn it into a forest sanctuary to protect Borneo’s orangutans, pygmy elephants and other endangered wildlife.
• Thailand commissions nuclear power plant study (Today) – The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand is conducting a feasibility study for Thailand’s first nuclear power plant.
• Marina Barrage: First city reservoir opens (Straits Times via Wildsingapore) – Singapore opens its new Marina Barrage to create the 15th reservoir, and to increase water supply and control flooding.
• Singapore could draw more green energy projects (Business Times via Wildsingapore) – Singapore is looking to attract more mega investments to develop new alternative energy ideas and technologies.