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G U I N N E S S A N C H O R B E R H A D
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Glossary
AA1000
– This is a principles-based standard that
addresses issues affecting governance, business
models and organisational strategy, as well as
provide operational guidance on sustainability
assurance and stakeholder engagement. (Source:
www.accountabiltiy.org)
Anaerobic Treatment
– Biological process
utilising naturally-occurring bacteria to break down
biodegradable material suited for the pre-treatment
of high strength wastewaters.
Bursa Malaysia
– The Stock Exchange in Malaysia
Carbon Emissions
– The release of extra carbon
dioxide (CO
2
) into the atmosphere resulting to an
increase of global temperature.
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
– A measure of
the oxygen requirement of organic matter in water.
It is used as an indicator of dissolved organic carbon.
Unit used to measure COD i.e. parts per million
(ppm).
ESG Index
– A tradable investment index measuring
companies’ performance on of environmental, social
and corporate governance.
GRI
– Global Reporting Initiative. A multi-
stakeholder standard for sustainability reporting,
providing guidance on determining report content and
indicators.
HACCP
– Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points.
This is a management system in which food safety
is addressed through the analysis and control of
biological, chemical and physical hazards from raw
material production, procurement and handling,
to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of
the finished product.
Independent Director
– Director who is independent
of management and free from any business or other
relationship which could interfere with the exercise
of independent judgement. (Source: Bursa Malaysia
Listing Requirements)
Induction Lamp
– Uses less mercury per hour of
operation than conventional lighting due to their long
lifespan – environment friendly and uses less energy.
In addition, mercury is in a solid form and can be
easily recovered if the lamp is broken, or for recycling
at end-of-life.
ISO 26000
– An ISO International Standard giving
guidance on social responsibility. It is intended for
use by organisations of all types, although it must
be emphasised that this is only a voluntary guidance,
and not a requirement.
LA21
– Local Agenda 21. Local action plan towards
sustainable development in the 21st century.
Mercury Lamp
– The first kind of metal vapour light
source that was mass produced for general lighting
applications and still used today although is relative
inefficient by contrast with other light sources
(see “induction lamp”).
New Economic Policy (NEP)
– National Malaysian
policy which focuses on the importance of achieving
socio-economic goals alongside pursuing economic
growth objectives as a way of creating harmony and
unity in a nation with many ethnic and religious
groups.
Non-Executive Director
– A Director who does not
currently hold other employment in the company.
Unlike an Independent Director, a Non-Executive
Director can have significant financial interests or
close personal ties to the company. (Source: Bursa
Malaysia Listing Requirements)
NGO
– Non-Governmental Organisation. An
independent voluntary organisation working towards
a common purpose; often for social or environment
motives.
Rukun Tetangga
– Neighbourhood Watch Programme
administered and run by communities.
Socially Responsible Investment (SRI)
– A
sustainable investment strategy which seeks
to maximise financial returns, environmental
sustainability and social benefits.
Stakeholders
– Individuals and groups who have
an interest or stake in the organisation and are able
to influence the organisation’s ability to meet its
goals. Some examples of groups with organisational
interests are customers, employees, investors,
suppliers, general society and the world ecological
community.
Stakeholder Engagement
– This is an ongoing
process between a company and its stakeholders,
encompassing a range of activities and approaches,
from information sharing and consultation, to
participation, negotiation and partnerships (Source:
IFC)
Sustainability
– A term expressing a long-term
balance between social, economic and environmental
objectives. Often linked to Sustainable Development
which is defined as “Development that meets the
needs of current generations without compromising
the needs of future generations”.
Thermal Energy
– A process whereby energy in the
form of heat is exchanged from one physical object
to another.