Kuala lumpur: Prasarana Malaysia Berhad, the nation's leading public transport operator, has received recognition in the inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Select List organised by the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia and Brunei (UNGCMYB).
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Prasarana was named a 3-Star Lister for excellence in three key categories - ESG Trailblazer, Purposeful Partnership and North Star ESG Target Setting - reflecting the company's continued commitment to comprehensive and high-impact sustainability practices. Its Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Sustainable Development chief officer Idzqandar Abu Bakar stated that the recognition reflects the consistent implementation of the group's sustainability agenda in line with the Prasarana Sustainability Blueprint, encompassing environmental, safety, social and governance aspects in an integrated manner.
He mentioned that the recognition was assessed based on the efforts and achievements of several strategic initiatives implemented by Prasarana, including the deployment of the Traction Energy Recovery System (TERS) for the Shah Alam LRT Line project. This project aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. The company's commitment to the inclusion of persons with disabilities (PwD) in the delivery of public transport services was also among the key elements evaluated.
Idzqandar further highlighted that the establishment of the Prasarana Vendor ESG Hub was identified as one of the main factors contributing to the recognition. The digital platform is one of the earliest initiatives in the public transport sector developed specifically for Prasarana's vendors and suppliers, providing access to sustainability learning and self-assessments of ESG maturity, readiness, and risk.
He added that Prasarana guided 30 selected vendors through a three-day intensive training programme focusing on the development of action plans and the setting of ESG targets in accordance with their respective capabilities. This approach strengthens vendors' ESG capabilities and supports the management and tracking of Scope 3 emissions, enhancing overall supply chain resilience.
Idzqandar noted that Prasarana views the North Star ESG Target Setting recognition as proof of strong ESG direction-setting and target formulation, while the ESG Trailblazer and Purposeful Partnership recognitions highlight the company's role in driving sustainability and expanding strategic collaborations. The recognition in the UNGCMYB ESG Select List reinforces Prasarana's position as a resilient and forward-looking organisation, focusing on creating long-term value for customers, employees, strategic partners, and the wider community.