As sustainability becomes the defining agenda of the decade, Malaysia is gearing up to play a leading role in shaping Southeast Asia’s transition toward a low-carbon, resource-efficient economy.
From 12 to 14 November 2025, the SEA 2025 Conferences under the unifying theme Driving Sustainability Forward will bring together policymakers, business leaders, innovators and sustainability advocates for three days of high-impact dialogue and collaboration.
Hosted by Sustainability & Environment Asia (SEA), the event will span three specialized conferences focusing on ESG transformation, water management in Malaysia’s expanding data centre sector and carbon markets and sustainable finance.
Together, these conferences aim to provide actionable insights, policy frameworks, and partnership opportunities to accelerate Malaysia’s sustainability agenda.
A Landmark Gathering for Southeast Asia’s Sustainability Ecosystem
Over three days, participants will explore pressing questions:
•How can Malaysia’s corporate sector move from ESG commitments to measurable climate action?
•What will sustainable water use look like for the booming data centre industry?
•How can companies leverage carbon markets and green finance to achieve net-zero goals?
According to event organisers, SEA 2025 will focus on turning sustainability challenges into opportunities which is an imperative that reflects the country’s evolving role in the global sustainability movement.
Day 1: ESG Malaysia Summit – From Commitment to Action
Date: Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Time: 8.30 a.m. - 5. p.m.
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Click here to register for Day 1- ESG Malaysia Summit
The opening day, themed “Sustainability in Motion: From Commitment to Action,” will host the ESG Malaysia Summit, setting the tone for the entire event.
The summit will feature leadership dialogues, expert panels, and technology showcases aimed at translating ESG commitments into real-world impact.
Key discussions will revolve around Malaysia’s sustainability roadmap, carbon markets, climate financing mechanisms, circular economy strategies and ESG-driven technological innovations.
Speakers from both the public and private sectors will outline pathways toward decarbonisation and climate resilience, underscoring the need for strong governance and investment in sustainable infrastructure.
The summit is expected to attract senior executives, policymakers, and investors looking to align their operations with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Day 2: Meeting Water Demands for the Data Centre Sector
Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
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As Malaysia cements its position as a regional data centre hub, water sustainability has emerged as a critical concern. The second day of SEA 2025 will focus on the conference “Meeting Water Demands for the Data Centre Sector in Malaysia.”
Rapid growth in data infrastructure has led to soaring demand for water, used primarily for cooling systems and energy operations.
This conference will explore how strategic water planning and innovation can support ESG compliance, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance operational efficiency.
Sessions will feature insights from engineers, policymakers, and sustainability experts on innovative water technologies, policy frameworks and public-private collaborations that can strengthen Malaysia’s water resilience.
Discussions will also emphasize the link between sustainable water management and economic competitiveness, showing how responsible resource use can create long-term business value.
Day 3: Carbon Conference 2025 – Navigating Carbon Tax, Green Tech and Finance
Date: Friday, 12 November 2025
Time: 9.30 a.m. - 5. p.m.
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
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The final day of SEA 2025 will feature the Carbon Conference 2025, led by Peterson Solutions. This segment will delve deep into the evolving landscape of carbon taxation, carbon markets, and sustainable finance, three pillars that are rapidly reshaping the global economy.
Attendees will gain insights into the latest regulatory developments, carbon pricing mechanisms, and financing models that support decarbonisation. A key highlight will be discussions on emerging solutions such as Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and clean technologies that can help industries transition to low-carbon operations.
SEA 2025 underscores a simple but powerful idea: sustainability is not just about compliance it’s about opportunity.
By aligning environmental goals with business innovation, Malaysian and regional enterprises can position themselves at the forefront of the green economy.
The event offers a unique platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration, connecting stakeholders from energy, finance, technology, manufacturing and government sectors.
Exhibitors and innovators will also have the chance to showcase breakthrough technologies and sustainability-driven solutions that can redefine industries.
For further information, visit sustainabilityenvironmentasia.com or follow SEA Asia’s updates on LinkedIn and Instagram.
Shahriena Shukri is a journalist covering business and economic news in Malaysia, providing insights on market trends, corporate developments, and financial policies. More about Shahriena Shukri.
