SME Inclusion Programme
Our SME Inclusion Programme seeks to enable SMEs to contribute to economic growth while promoting environmental stewardship.
FOCUS SDGs
Why Focus on SMEs?
SMEs are the backbone of many Asian economies, driving job creation, exports, and economic growth. They play a crucial role in improving livelihoods, particularly for the bottom 40% of the population. However, SMEs often face challenges, including environmental impact and limited resources. Women-led and youth-owned SMEs, in particular, face significant challenges including limited resources, unfavourable policies, and capacity constraints.
Our SME Inclusion Programme addresses key issues facing small businesses:
Low sustainability awareness and implementation
Limited understanding of sustainability impacts and risks
Lack of foresight on future business opportunities
By providing sustainability orientation, financial support (in development), and knowledge resources, we empower SMEs to thrive sustainably.
> 20
large business covering 8 critical sectors engaged on sustainable practices and sustainability reporting standards
Secreteriat
hosted for CEO Action Network & UN Global Compact Network Malaysia to engage and inspire businesses on sustainability
2 Corp & Govt
partnerships established(customer - CIMB Group & apex government institution - MATRADE) to raise sustainability awareness of critical SMEs
> RM250,000
worth sweat equity invested in digital solutions for SMEs to undertake sustainability assessments
> 300
hours dedicated to contribute to industry platforms dedicated to sustainability
Pilot SME
adopted for a year of zero-cost advisory to improve sustainability performance
Our 4-Year Impact Scorecard
>RM1.5 Million in Cash & Kind Channeled to Drive Our Purpose
