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SUSTAINABILITY
JOURNEY

Strategic Initiatives Recognised:
1. Malaysia Global Connect Programme
Launched in September 2023, this initiative is designed to enhance the export readiness of Malaysian SMEs. It provides
capacity-building and advisory services, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and global competitiveness.
2. EXIM Carbon Calculation Advisory and Support (CCAS)
Introduced in September 2024, CCAS assists clients in quantifying and managing their carbon emission, including Scope
1 and Scope 2 emissions. This initiative reflects our commitment in supporting clients in aligning with international
climate standards and transitioning towards low-carbon operations.
3. EXIM Green Global Initiative
This initiative, launched in September 2024, commits up to RM1.5 billion in sustainable financing by 2027. It targets
high-impact projects in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable agriculture-sectors that are critical to
Malaysia’s environmental and economic resilience.

Notable Projects Financed:
1. Uzma Berhad – 50MW Large-Scale Solar Project in Kedah
This project contributes significantly to Malaysia’s renewable energy targets and was financed by EXIM Bank as part of
our commitment to clean energy development.
2. IGNIS Environment Initiatives Sdn Bhd – Waste Management Project
This environmentally sustainable project, solely financed by EXIM Bank, exemplifies our dedication to supporting ESG-
compliant infrastructure and waste management solutions.

d. Building a Culture of Sustainability
At EXIM Bank, we believe that sustainability is a shared responsibility across the organisation. Building a strong sustainability
culture is essential to ensure that ESG considerations are embedded in every decision we make.
By fostering this culture, we empower our employees to take ownership of sustainability in their daily work, enabling us to
collectively drive long-term value for our stakeholders and contribute meaningfully to national and global sustainability goals.
To support this, 2024 saw a continued focus on awareness-raising, education, and capacity building. We rolled out a series
of sustainability-related training programmes aimed at enhancing internal understanding of ESG topics, climate-related
risks, sustainable finance, and more. These efforts reflect our commitment to equipping our people with the necessary
knowledge and tools to drive positive change from within.

Here are key highlights of our sustainability initiatives:
1 Capacity Building

Sustainability Training
In 2024, our training efforts placed greater emphasis on the technical aspects of sustainability, such as climate risk,
emissions, and ESG integration. This shift aimed to deepen employees understanding beyond foundational knowledge and
equip them with practical insights to apply sustainability principles more effectively in their roles.