ESG

Our dedicated ESG team provides strategic counsel on the evolving and complex regulatory landscape shaping sustainable business practices across industries. With deep knowledge of both local and international sustainability frameworks, we assist clients in navigating regulatory requirements and integrating ESG considerations into corporate governance, operations, and transactional activities.

We regularly advise multinational corporations, listed issuers, financial institutions, private companies, and investors on a wide range of ESG-related legal matters, including the following:

• Carbon Credit & Climate Projects: Guiding clients through the legal process of developing carbon projects, including contract drafting, risk management, and integrating carbon strategies into business operations.
• Sustainable Supply Chain & Compliance: Helping clients comply with international and local laws on ethical sourcing, supplier conduct, and responsible procurement.
• Waste & Packaging Management: Advising on waste reduction and recycling obligations, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes under Malaysia’s circular economy roadmap.
• Governance & Board Advisory: Helping boards and leadership teams embed ESG in governance, decision- making, and risk management frameworks.
• Social & Labour Compliance: Advising on labour laws, forced labour regulations, and anti-modern slavery laws to ensure social compliance in operations and supply chains.
• ESG Reporting & Disclosure: Advising on regulatory ESG reporting obligations and voluntary disclosures, including Bursa Malaysia requirements and global standards.
• ESG Risk & Transactions: Conducting ESG due diligence for mergers and investments, and advising on embedding ESG terms into contracts to manage legal and reputational risks.
• Training & Capacity Building: Delivering practical training sessions to help companies understand ESG requirements and prepare for upcoming regulations.