Bursa Malaysia, officially known as Bursa Malaysia Berhad, is a leading stock exchange located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Established in 1930, it has evolved into a pivotal financial institution in Southeast Asia, facilitating capital market activities across the region. The exchange operates primarily in the securities, derivatives, and Islamic capital markets, offering a diverse range of products and services tailored to meet the needs of investors and issuers alike. Bursa Malaysia is renowned for its unique offerings, including Shariah-compliant investment options, which cater to the growing demand for ethical finance. With a strong market position, it has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of innovative trading platforms and initiatives to enhance market accessibility. As a key player in the financial industry, Bursa Malaysia continues to drive economic growth and investment opportunities in Malaysia and beyond.
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In 2024, Bursa Malaysia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,920,610 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,347,590 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,664,020 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions contributing around 1,250,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 9,802,870 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,409,310 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 6,168,740 kg CO2e. Bursa Malaysia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, and a 90% reduction by 2050. Additionally, the organisation plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 and 90% by 2050. In 2023, Bursa Malaysia achieved a remarkable 63% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions through the transition to renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives. The organisation is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, aligning with Malaysia's national commitment to net-zero emissions by the same year. These targets are part of Bursa Malaysia's broader sustainability strategy, which includes increasing the sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030. Bursa Malaysia's emissions data is self-reported and reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change and enhance sustainability within its operations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,100 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,381,850 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 63,680 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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