All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the [ICESG2024] during [10 – 11th September 2024] in [Sabah International Convention Centre, Malaysia]. These articles have been peer reviewed by the members of the [Scientific Committee] and approved by the Editor-in-Chief, who affirms...

Community-led efforts propelling the shift towards technology savvy, environmental awareness, and sustainable urban centres have projected a fundamental role in shaping future-oriented resource strategies, fostering social innovation and implementing sustainable community living. However, realising the...

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria are increasingly recognized as vital indicators of a company's sustainability. As stakeholders demand greater transparency and responsibility, ESG metrics have become crucial in evaluating corporate behavior and its broader impacts on society...

Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) and technological innovation are increasingly integral to the strategic frameworks of modern businesses, yet their mutual relationship remains under-explored in existing literature. This paper introduces a conceptual framework that investigates how these two...

The transition to renewable energy sources holds promise for improving human health by reducing pollution and associated health risks. While preliminary studies suggest that renewable energy may mitigate occupational hazards and health issues for workers, research in this area remains limited. This study...

In the transition towards a net-zero future, the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into decentralised process plant design plays a pivotal role. This study explores the potential of hydrogen production from biogas using reforming and electrolyser technologies, with...

There is growing importance of integrating sustainability principles into higher education curricula to address pressing environmental and social challenges. Sustainable pedagogy, which promotes social and environmental responsibility, is seen as a transformative approach to education. While its value...

This conceptual paper investigates the impact of greenwashing on firm risk, corporate reputation, and financial performance, particularly in industries with significant environmental implications. Using Legitimacy Theory, Stakeholder Theory, and Signalling Theory, it explores why firms engage in greenwashing...

Addressing the challenges of energy transition (ET) knowledge adoption among tertiary students requires urgent attention due to the limited awareness and understanding, especially among young individuals, alongside the imperative need for more comprehensive curricula within educational programs to effectively...

Employee sustainable performance is a contemporary issue in the modern workforce, directly impacting organizational performance and competitive advantages in the market. Interestingly, practitioners have recently researched sustainable performance at the individual level but neglected research in academic...

This study examines auditors’ understanding and application of the International Standard on Auditing (ISA 240) in their audit of financial statements in Malaysia for sustainable fraud detection. The study aims to address two key issues: first, the auditors’ comprehensive understanding of ISA240 standards,...

The intersection of sustainable development and Artificial Intelligence (AI) through a human rights lens has been widely discovered throughout this paper. It looks at how AI technology may support human rights values while helping to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The integration of...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various aspects of teaching and learning. This study examines the perceptions of teachers’ perception assessment strategies on teachers using Artificial Intelligence (AI). Sixty-eight postgraduate teachers from an Education Faculty of a Malaysian Research...

This study addresses the pressing need for comprehensive impact assessment instruments tailored to renewable energy investments in Orang Asli territories, indigenous peoples of Peninsular Malaysia. Despite the promises of sustainability, such investments present challenges and risks to indigenous communities,...

The main aim of this study is to assess the impact of environmental knowledge (EK) on green purchase behavior (GPB). Furthermore, it examines the moderation effect of green trust (GT) and the mediation role of green brand attachment (GBA). The theoretical framework presented in this study is based on...

Past research has extensively documented the negative impacts of political appointments on organizational leadership and the significance of ethical leadership in enhancing organizational performance. However, there remains a gap in studies focusing on ethical leadership within the contexts of Environmental,...

ESG investing has become rampant, especially after the disasters caused our environmental, social, and governance dilemmas. With the calling from the United Nations to meet 17 SDGs by 2030, sustainable investments like ESG investing have tried to align their investment plan with SDGs. However, there...

During the Covid-19 pandemic, online teaching has been opted for continuity of education in light of healthcare protocol and social distancing. This study aims to examine the factors that influence primary school teachers’ attitude towards online teaching based on Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use...

In a nation celebrating its diverse cultures, the government ardently promotes national heritage, recently exemplified by the spotlight on the Miss Grand Vietnam beauty pageant. This event gains global attention, notably through its captivating “National Costume Fashion Show,” acting as a conduit for...

The emergence of a cashless society and technical innovation has gained substantial global popularity. Cashless cultures have existed since the dawn of human civilisation, relying on barter and other means of exchange. A totally cashless society refers to the process and results of replacing physical...

The primary aim of this study is to examine the relationship between various dimensions of social responsibility (Social, Environmental, Governance, and Economic) and the Financial Sustainability of non-profit organizations (NPOs). The study objectives were achieved by developing a questionnaire and...

Entrepreneurship Creativity and Innovation (EC and I) is the course that is obligatory for all the bachelor and diploma students in Oman irrespective of their major. The success of the course lays in the preparation of a well-thought-out business plan which provides a written roadmap for their proposed...

Transitioning to the circular economy is a vital solution for pressing global issues, including resource depletion, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste management. This transition fosters sustainable resource utilization and bolsters both environmental and socioeconomic stability. Firms encounter difficulties...

This study examines how hybrid work arrangements affect employee engagement (EE) and the problems of creating a productive workplace in India post-pandemic. This SDG 8 and 10-aligned study analyzes how hybrid work models might improve inclusive economic growth, productive employment, and reduced disparities...