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Heineken Malaysia Berhad (Heineken) celebrated a major victory at the ESG Positive Impact Awards 2023, securing Gold in three key categories: Water Management and Efficiency, Innovative Partnership, and Waste Management.
These accolades reaffirm Heineken’s commitment to sustainability through its Brew a Better World (BaBW) 2030 strategy, focused on environmental and social sustainability, as well as responsible consumption.
Driving sustainability through water management
Heineken’s dedication to water management is a cornerstone of its environmental efforts.
The company has implemented innovative water-saving technologies, improved water efficiency, and carefully monitors its usage.
It treats 100% of its wastewater, exceeding the standards set by Malaysia’s Department of Environment.
“We believe we can only thrive if our communities and the planet thrive,” said Martijn van Keulen, Managing Director of Heineken Malaysia.
“Sustainability is at the heart of our business strategy, and these awards highlight our commitment to Brew a Better World.”
Innovative partnerships for water protection
Heineken Malaysia has fostered strong partnerships to protect water resources beyond its brewery.
Since 2007, the company has collaborated with the Global Environment Centre (GEC), local communities, and government agencies to enhance water management in Malaysia.
Through these efforts, Heineken has committed RM15 million, impacting over 30,000 Malaysians.
“We’ve gone beyond our brewery’s operations to support watershed protection,” said Renuka Indrarajah, Corporate Affairs & Legal Director.
“Our target is to balance 1.5 litres of water for every litre used in production, and since 2020, we’ve exceeded that target.”
Key projects include restoring the Sungai Way River, building clay dykes in the Raja Musa Forest Reserve to prevent peatland fires, and introducing rainwater harvesting systems in the Klang Valley.
In 2017, HEINEKEN Malaysia achieved zero production waste to landfill through comprehensive recycling efforts.
By-products from beer production are upcycled for soil improvement, while 100% of production waste is recycled through licensed facilities.
This sustainable approach generated RM2 million in 2023, which Heineken reinvested into environmental initiatives.
The company also boasts a 100% return rate for plastic crates and kegs and 91% for bottles in Peninsular Malaysia, demonstrating its commitment to material innovation and reuse.
Heineken Malaysia’s consistent efforts were also recognized at the Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2023, where it was named Company of the Year for the seventh time.
The brewer’s achievements exemplify how businesses can protect the environment while supporting their communities and driving sustainable growth.
Heineken Malaysia’s continued success in sustainability efforts highlights its strong commitment to creating positive environmental and social impact.
The company’s ongoing collaboration with local and international partners demonstrates how corporate responsibility can shape a better future for Malaysia.
For more information on HEINEKEN Malaysia’s 2030 Brew a Better World Strategy, please read the brewer’s 2023 Annual Report.
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