Corporate Sustainability

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDG) and Malaysia’s Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 (SPV2030) are agendas that the Sunway Group is fully committed to. We aspire to be Asia’s model corporation in sustainable development.

Looking ahead, we intend to continue growing shareholder value meaningfully and responsibly – by actively contributing to our local communities, harnessing environmentally sustainable technology, and pursuing growth areas that leverage the strengths of Sunway Group.

Sunway aims to be carbon neutral by 2050 in our aspiration to build a sustainable future.

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OUR GROUP-WIDE GOALS

We have established a set of five goals complete with 19 key targets to benchmark against our yearly performance. All five goals are aligned with the UN-SDGs.

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ESG AS A MEANS TO ACHIEVING THE UN-SDGs

At Sunway, ESG is not just another “buzzword”.  With the seamless integration of the ESG framework into the brand, this strategic alignment has spurred the group into embracing and achieving the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).

ESG Through the Prism of Sunway

Our Commitment to ESG and Sustainability

Committed to Advancing Sustainable Development Goals

The Sunway Model: Translating Awareness into Concrete Actions

In a developing country like Malaysia, the modern-day challenges of urban development require innovative, pragmatic solutions to create a sustainable future. Through our vision to be Asia’s model corporation in sustainable development and innovating to enrich lives for a better tomorrow, we exemplify the ethos through our businesses and our unique “Build-Own-Operate” model evident in our smart sustainable cities throughout Malaysia.

At Sunway, we remain committed to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in creating efficient, inclusive, connected, self-contained, and sustainable developments for posterity.

Our Policies

Sunway Group is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, business conduct, and professionalism in line with our core values of Integrity, Humility, and Excellence. We espouse a zero-tolerance policy towards bribery and corruption in our business dealings with all stakeholders governed by the Sunway Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) policy.

Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy

Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy

Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy
Decent Work and Economic Growth Sustainable Cities and Communities Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Sunway’s Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) policy was approved by the Board in 2019. It covers the Group’s anti-bribery and corruption strategies as well as action plans in preventing, detecting and managing bribery and corruption issues. Sunway does not make or offer monetary or in-kind political contributions to political parties, political party officials or candidates for political office. In 2020, we rolled out training on the ABC policy to all Sunway staff.

GRI 205
Group Sustainability Policy

Group Sustainability Policy

Group Sustainability Policy
No Poverty Zero Hunger Good Health and Well-Being Quality Education Gender Quality Clean Water and Sanitation Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Reduced Reduced InequalitiesInequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life Below Water Life on Land Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Partnerships for the Goals

This policy guides the execution of sustainability across the Group and sets out the scope, commitment and principles of Sunway in regards to sustainable development.

GRI 200, 300, 400
Anti-Money Laundering Policy

Anti-Money Laundering Policy

Anti-Money Laundering Policy
Decent Work and Economic Growth Sustainable Cities and Communities Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Sunway is strongly against all kinds of money laundering including dealing in the proceeds of criminal activities and terrorism financing. This policy guides all Sunway employees on strengthening anti-money laundering governance and reiterates Sunway’s commitment to complying with the Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001.

GRI 205
Whistle-Blowing Policy & Procedure

Whistle-Blowing Policy & Procedure

Whistle-Blowing Policy & Procedure
Decent Work and Economic Growth Sustainable Cities and Communities Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

This policy serves as an avenue for Sunway’s employees and stakeholders to report any suspected inappropriate behaviour or misconduct relating to fraud, corrupt practices and/or abuses involving the Group’s resources. Complaints and feedback can be made via the Whistleblowing hotline at +603-5639 8025 or email at whistleblowing@sunway.com.my. All faxes and emails received will be directed to the Head of Group Internal Audit Department (GIAD). In 2020, GIAD received three reports not related to corruption and bribery through the whistleblowing channel.

GRI 205, 206
Diversity & Inclusion Policy

Diversity & Inclusion Policy

Diversity & Inclusion Policy
Gender Quality Decent Work and Economic Growth Reduced Reduced InequalitiesInequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

This policy outlines Sunway’s commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace, as these values are closely tied to our core values of integrity, humility and excellence.

GRI 405, 406
Group Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Policy

Group Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Policy

Group Occupational Health, Safety & Environment Policy
Good Health and Well-Being Gender Quality Decent Work and Economic Growth Reduced Reduced InequalitiesInequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities

This policy sets out Sunway’s commitment to achieving excellence in providing a safe and healthy working environment for its employees and external stakeholders.

GRI 403
Human Rights Policy

Human Rights Policy

Human Rights Policy
Gender Quality Decent Work and Economic Growth Reduced Reduced InequalitiesInequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

This policy sets out the scope, commitment and implementation of human rights practices at Sunway. The oversight of the policy is led by the Board of Directors, Board Sustainability Committee, Group Internal Audit and Group Human Resources.

GRI 406, 407, 408, 409, 412
Sustainable Procurement Policy

Sustainable Procurement Policy

Sustainable Procurement Policy
Clean Water and Sanitation Affordable and Clean Energy Reduced Reduced InequalitiesInequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Partnerships for the Goals

Established in 2020, the Sustainable Procurement Policy ensures a best practice approach to sustainable procurement. The policy outlines the guiding principles of our supplier selection process, focusing on the environmental and social aspects of the supply chain.

GRI 204, 308, 414
Water Management Policy

Water Management Policy

WATER POLLUTION
Clean Water and Sanitation Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Partnerships for the Goals

This policy sets out Sunway’s commitment to sustainable water management practices in ensuring water security for all stakeholders from our employees to the communities we serve.

GRI 303, 306
Green Building Policy

Green Building Policy

green building policy
Good Health and Well-Being Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life on Land Partnerships for the Goals

This policy sets out Sunway’s commitment to developing all new buildings completed in 2025 onwards to be green-certified buildings to reduce overall impact of the built environment on their surroundings.

GRI 301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306
Biodiversity Policy

Biodiversity Policy

biodiversity policy
Climate Action Life Below Water Life on Land

This policy sets out Sunway’s commitment to be a catalyst for other developments in the region to reduce overall impact of the built environment on their surrounding biodiversity, by focusing on preservation, conservation, restoration and rehabilitation efforts.

GRI 304
Green Township Policy

Green Township Policy

Good Health and Well-Being Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life on Land Partnerships for the Goals

This policy outlines our commitment to developing all new townships from 2025 onwards to be green-certified townships, to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on their surroundings.

GRI 301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306
Sustainable Events Management Policy

Sustainable Events Management Policy

Good Health and Well-Being Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life on Land Partnerships for the Goals

This policy outlines our commitment to assist event organisers plan and deliver successful events that minimise negative impacts on the environment, through responsible resource management and pollution control, as well as inculcating organisation-wide awareness on environmental responsibility and accountability.

GRI 301, 305, 306
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Sustainability Report

This report is prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards. We engaged an external assurance provider to verify the report’s accuracy and reliability of data, initiatives and policies, and to provide an independent assurance statement.

Feedback from our stakeholders is vital for us to continually improve our reporting and sustainability practices. We welcome your views, comments or feedback, which may be directed to sustainability@sunway.com.my.

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