4.2 Sustainability & ESG Compliance Framework
- Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction
1.1 Net Onboard Sdn Bhd is dedicated to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our business operations to drive long-term sustainability and value creation.
1.2 This Sustainability & ESG Compliance Framework outlines our commitments, policies, and strategies to align with:
– Malaysia’s ESG compliance requirements
– Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guidelines (if applicable)
– United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
– Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards
1.3 This framework applies to:
– All employees, stakeholders, vendors, and third-party service providers.
– All cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation services offered by Net Onboard.

2. Sustainability Goals & ESG Commitments
2.1 Environmental Commitments:
– Reduce carbon footprint by optimizing energy consumption in data center operations.
– Achieve 100% renewable energy sourcing for cloud infrastructure by 2030.
– Implement e-waste recycling programs and reduce non-recyclable materials.
– Promote green IT practices, such as virtualization and sustainable computing.
2.2 Social Commitments:
– Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.
– Maintain fair labor policies and prevent discrimination and unethical practices.
– Conduct cybersecurity awareness programs to promote digital safety.
– Support local communities through CSR initiatives and educational sponsorships.
2.3 Governance Commitments:
– Ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making at all levels.
– Maintain compliance with corporate governance best practices and anti-corruption laws.
– Conduct annual ESG impact assessments to monitor progress and improvements.
– Implement a whistleblower program to report unethical or illegal activities.

3. ESG Performance Measurement & Reporting
3.1 Sustainability Performance Indicators (SPIs):
– Carbon Emission Reduction: Monitor and reduce Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
– Energy Efficiency Metrics: Track power usage effectiveness (PUE) in data centers.
– Diversity & Inclusion Metrics: Report on gender, age, and minority representation in the workforce.
3.2 Annual ESG Reporting & Compliance:
– Net Onboard will publish annual ESG reports to maintain transparency.
– Stakeholders, investors, and customers will have access to our sustainability progress updates.
– Compliance with Malaysian regulatory bodies, including Bursa Malaysia and the Securities Commission, where applicable.

4. ESG Compliance Framework
4.1 Regulatory Compliance:
– Adheres to Malaysia’s Environmental Quality Act 1974.
– Aligns with Bank Negara Malaysia’s Climate Risk Management Framework.
– Complies with the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG).
4.2 Supplier & Vendor Sustainability Standards:
– All third-party vendors must comply with Net Onboard’s ESG policies.
– Vendors will be assessed on environmental responsibility, ethical labor practices, and governance transparency.
4.3 Employee Training & Awareness:
– All employees must undergo mandatory ESG training annually.
– Internal workshops on sustainability, energy efficiency, and ethical business conduct will be conducted.

5. ESG Risk Management & Oversight
5.1 Sustainability Risk Identification:
– ESG risks will be assessed in business strategy, supply chain management, and technology development.
5.2 Board & Executive Oversight:
– The Board of Directors will oversee sustainability governance and ESG risk management.
– The ESG Compliance Team will implement policies and ensure ongoing improvements.
5.3 Whistleblower Protection & Ethical Enforcement:
– Employees and stakeholders can report ESG violations anonymously via [email protected].
– Strict anti-retaliation policies ensure whistleblowers are protected.

6. Enforcement & Accountability
6.1 Non-Compliance Consequences:
– Violations of ESG policies may result in corrective actions, penalties, or termination of agreements.
– Third-party vendors failing to meet ESG standards may face contract termination.

7. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
7.1 This framework is governed by Malaysian law.
7.2 ESG-related disputes will be resolved through mediation before arbitration or litigation.

8. Amendments & Updates
8.1 Net Onboard reserves the right to update this Sustainability & ESG Compliance Framework at any time.
8.2 Users will be notified of material changes via email or system notifications.
For ESG-related inquiries, contact [email protected].