JULY-AUGUST , 2023 | ESG
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Oon Kin Seng
Sashi Ambi
Rizal Kamaruzzaman
( From left ); Gunaprasath , Dr Amir , Sashi , Datuk Seri Vincent Tiew from KL Wellness City , Rizal and Oon .
epithelial barrier theory to explain why and how pollution and climate change have affected the immune system and thus its impact on body metabolism , leading to common non-communicable diseases ,” Dr Amir stated .
“ This prompted me to conduct additional research on planetary health . Planetary health focuses on the changes humans make to their environment and its multidimensional impacts on ecosystems and human health .
“ Planetary health acknowledges that human health and the health of our planet are inextricably linked . The earth ’ s health directly impacts all aspects of human life , including community well-being , mental health , food production and consumption , and even our potential to establish equity in society . “ We are not in good health right now .” The panellists provided numerous insights and proposals for development to achieve the country ’ s aim of net zero carbon by 2050 . It was also clearly emphasised that waste should not be regarded as a waste resource but as an oil source to fuel the economy .
Their diverse viewpoints made this Roundtable Discussion on “ From Pollution to Prosperity : Harnessing Waste as a Catalyst for Economic Transformation in the ESG Agenda ” informative and thought-provoking .”
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Dr Amir Hamzah
Gunaprasath Bupalan