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Yesterday, on 28 May, EuroCham’s Circular Economy Committee organised an event on “A Pathway to Circular Economy - Mass Balance Approach”. We would like to express our gratitude to Jan M. Dr. Henke (ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) for his very educational and insightful presentation on mass balance and attribution approaches. International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) is a globally leading certification system promoting transition to the circular economy and sustainable bioeconomy. They work with businesses, academia and NGOs to advance their vision of sustainable, traceable, deforestation-free and climate-friendly supply chains. One of their three certification schemes is also ISCC Plus, covering circular and biobased chemicals, plastics, packaging and textiles, sustainable fuels outside of the EU, sustainable feedstock and food and renewable feedstock derived from using renewable energy sources, where a mass balance approach can be applied. He discussed the importance of certification, how it can help with carbon reduction goals, the potential it carries to achieve circularity and how it enables brand owners to make verified claims. We wrapped up the presentation with a very vibrant Q&A session, skillfully moderated by Ms Anthea Ow (the LEGO Group). We would like to thank all EuroCham Singapore members and members of EuroChams in the region for joining and making this event a successful one! #TeamEurope #EuroChamSG #CircularEconomy Nele Cornelis Izabela Gasoyan Shelly De Groote Christine Jeremiah Mai Josephine Tanya Sahni Nicole Tok Eva Vincetic EuroCham Indonesia EUROCHAM Malaysia European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK) EuroCham Cambodia EABC -The European Chamber of Commerce Thailand

As the saying goes. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together” our sustainability partnerships make us who we are and what we do worth it. With One of the most innovative chemistry specialist in Malaysia. KLH, we make the circular economy a reality. #sustainability #circulareconomy #asean Quek Leng Chuang

It was a pleasure to speak at the UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS)’s SME Series 2024 session on decarbonisation yesterday. Decarbonisation is a priority today for countries and corporates to address climate challenges. This is the first of an SME series organised by GCNS. I was glad to introduce how #Singapore companies are key agents of change in our path towards a low-carbon future. N&E Innovations Pte Ltd shared on their sustainability efforts, and it is great learning about their ViKANG99 solution, which is the world’s first antimicrobial agent that is 100% upcycled from food waste. The agent can be applied in products such as masks and hand sanitizers. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels to create effective disinfectants, as well as optimising process to reduce energy consumption, N&E Innovations is taking an encouraging step towards a sustainable future. In fact, the company is targeting to valorise up to 10 tons of food waste to reduce their carbon footprint by 2030! Enterprise Singapore, together with our industry partners, will continue to build businesses’ capabilities to help them become more sustainable, and reduce their carbon footprint. If you are interested to get started or accelerate your decarbonisation journey, find out more about our support here – https://go.gov.sg/11ql3h Esther Chang, CFRE Melissa Low Geoffrey Yeo Karel Lim

🌍🌱[Viet Nam Eco-Label Program] Completion of the Sustainable Product Prioritisation Exercise 🌱🌍 I am thrilled to announce the completion of the "Sustainable Product Prioritisation Exercise" report! 🎉📄 This initiative, in collaboration with Vietnam's Pollution Control Department (PCD) under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE), supports the development of the Eco-Label program, promoting environmental sustainability in Viet Nam. Report context: Focused on identifying and prioritizing eco-friendly products for the Vietnamese market. 📊 Extensive analysis of green procurement needs and preliminary market assessment by local experts. Key Outcomes: ✅ Prioritized list of products for Eco-Label criteria development, considering environmental impact and market demand.  📅 Roadmap for Eco-Label criteria development extending to 2025-2030, aligned with Vietnam’s sustainability goals.  🔎 Selected products for Eco-Label criteria development in 2024: PET recycled bottles ♻️ and non-fire bricks 🧱. This achievement exemplifies our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development. 

We are proud to share that Sappi Europe has reached another record score in EcoVadis’ sustainability assessment with an overall rating of 91/100, coming top in the Environment category with a 100/100 rating, as well as a 90/100 rating in Labor & Human Rights and Sustainable Procurement Platinum status puts Sappi in the top 1% of companies rated by EcoVadis in the pulp, paper and paperboard industry for exhibiting high levels of social, environmental and corporate responsibility. To read more about Sappi Europe’s Sustainability performance check our Sustainability Highlights 23/24: #sappi #sustainability #sustainablebusiness

It is undeniable that we are facing pressing concerns regarding global resource depletion and its potential impact on future generations. This sheds light on the alarming projection of a substantial rise in natural resource consumption by 2060, which poses risks to climate, biodiversity, and pollution control objectives. In response to these challenges, the Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) framework has emerged as a crucial tool for businesses to embrace responsible practices. ESG advocates for ethical investments, sustainable sourcing, and operational excellence, thereby fostering sustainable trade. The article highlights notable companies that have successfully integrated ESG principles into their operations. In Malaysia, government agencies such as MITI and MATRADE are spearheading ESG adoption through initiatives like KenalESG and the iESG Framework. These endeavors seek to embed sustainability into policies and practices pertaining to international trade. Furthermore, MATRADE's Government Sustainability Engagement Programme (GSEP) and Greening of Export Supply Chain (GxSCI) play pivotal roles in fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors to promote sustainable trade. The article underscores the significance of ESG in driving economic prosperity while safeguarding environmental and social well-being. It emphasises the urgency for collective action to secure a sustainable future for generations to come. Special thanks to Edison Choong led by Abu Bakar Yusof, representing MATRADE's sustainability team, for providing the essence of this article. #ESG #Sustainability #MITI

Circular Economy and Beyond: Underway under the Selangor Maritime Gateway initiative, is a sorting facility in collaboration with The Ocean Cleanup, that seeks to minimise waste to landfills while increasing recycling of the floating trash extracted from the Klang River. The Ocean Cleanup is also looking to deploy some 20 Malaysian-made Interceptors around the world next year, including right here on other rivers in Selangor and across Malaysia. Beyond the Interceptors, we are also looking at other solutions to further improve the Klang River. So, look out for these news! Our collaboration with The Ocean Cleanup that started in 2019, exemplifies how local actions can contribute to global outcomes. The vision is clear: to turn polluted rivers into clean, life-sustaining waterways. Catch the full discussion by CNA on our revitalisation efforts, originally aired on 9 August 2024 - (https://lnkd.in/gbgzAN8S). Thank you Melissa Goh, Boyan Slat and the team at The Ocean Cleanup. #CircularEconomy #RiverRehabilitation #Rivers #SMG #LLSB #SgKlang #KlangRiver

🌍 Championing a Circular Economy in the Coconut Industry: Insights from Jane Miriam Dunlop Dunlop, CEO & Founder of āluān. As the global #coconut industry grapples with significant challenges—aging plantations, low profitability for producers, the rise of other profitable alternatives, and environmental degradation —the urgency for sustainable and innovative solutions has never been greater. On #WorldCoconutDay2024, under the theme "Coconut for a Circular Economy: Building Partnerships for Maximum Value," we spotlight Jane Dunlop, CEO & Founder of āluān, the sustainable coconut oil products based in Sumatra, Indonesia, whose work is redefining the future of the coconut sector.    Dive into our latest article, highlighting one of the businesses utilizing our traceability solutions, KoltiTrace MIS, and selling their products on Indonesia's first eCommerce platform for traceable and ethical goods, KoltiTrace SHOP. In this insightful piece, you'll discover:    🌴 The pressing challenges confronting the coconut industry, especially in Asia-Pacific.  🔍 The critical role of #traceability in fostering trust and ensuring ethical practices in a circular business model that supports smallholder coconut producers.  💻 The role of technology in driving positive environmental and social impacts in the coconut industry, utilizing our #KoltiTraceMIS for traceability. https://lnkd.in/gMc-jN2k

We are proud to share that Sappi Europe has reached another record score in EcoVadis’ sustainability assessment with an overall rating of 91/100, coming top in the Environment category with a 100/100 rating, as well as a 90/100 rating in Labor & Human Rights and Sustainable Procurement Platinum status puts Sappi in the top 1% of companies rated by EcoVadis in the pulp, paper and paperboard industry for exhibiting high levels of social, environmental and corporate responsibility. To read more about Sappi Europe’s Sustainability performance check our Sustainability Highlights 23/24: #sappi #sustainability #sustainablebusiness

We are proud to share that Sappi Europe has reached another record score in EcoVadis’ sustainability assessment with an overall rating of 91/100, coming top in the Environment category with a 100/100 rating, as well as a 90/100 rating in Labor & Human Rights and Sustainable Procurement Platinum status puts Sappi in the top 1% of companies rated by EcoVadis in the pulp, paper and paperboard industry for exhibiting high levels of social, environmental and corporate responsibility. To read more about Sappi Europe’s Sustainability performance check our Sustainability Highlights 23/24: #sappi #sustainability #sustainablebusiness