KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- IOI Corporation Bhd has won the Best of the Best award at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2025, recently held on Oct 1.
In a statement, it said this newly introduced accolade recognises IOI Corp’s exceptional commitment and achievements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, marking its fourth consecutive win at the awards after securing three Gold awards in the plantation sector from 2022 to 2024.
It said the company had surpassed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity reduction target a full year ahead of schedule.
“Our original goal was to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions, measured against 2015 carbon intensity emissions, by 2025.
"By the end of FY2025, we have reached a 46 per cent reduction,” said IOI Corp group managing director and chief executive Datuk Lee Yeow Chor.
He said this milestone showed how deep decarbonisation is embedded in its business strategy, achieved through initiatives such as enhancing methane capture facilities, installing solar panels, optimising energy and resource efficiency, as well as deploying both nature-based and engineered solutions.
Meanwhile, IOI Corp said it was also honoured for its outstanding human resource development at the HR Excellence Awards 2025 held on Oct 10.
The company received a Gold Award for Excellence in In-House Talent Pipeline Strategy and a Silver Award for Excellence in Workplace Culture, reflecting its commitment to empowering employees and cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace environment.
“These achievements reinforce the company’s holistic approach to sustainability and human resource development as the company continues to drive meaningful change and create long-lasting value for its stakeholders,” it said.
For more information about IOI Corp and its initiatives, interested parties can visit its website at https://www.ioigroup.com.
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