Envisioning a Sustainable and Thriving Asia

Three ASEAN media powerhouses unite under A-EPIC to champion ESG collaboration, shaping a sustainable and resilient future. By fostering influence, driving innovation, and promoting sustainability as the cornerstone of economic growth, we turn commitment into action across the region.

Education. Engagement. Community.

Driving ESG Impact, Powering Asia’s Green Growth

The Asia ESG Positive Impact Consortium (A-EPIC) is a groundbreaking alliance between three leading media powerhouses—Malaysia’s Star Media Group, Indonesia’s KG Media, and the Philippines’ Inquirer Group of Companies. Together, we harness the power of media and collaboration to drive meaningful change, championing sustainability as the key to green economic growth.

With only 17% of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on track for 2030, Asia faces critical environmental and social challenges that demand urgent action. A-EPIC addresses this through a three-pronged strategy:

By leveraging our combined reach of 123 million people, A-EPIC is committed to shaping a more resilient, responsible, and thriving Asia—one where sustainability is at the core of economic progress.

Our Members

Malaysia

Star Media Group

Inform. Inspire. Innovate. As one of Malaysia’s most trusted media sources, Star Media Group informs and inspires millions of readers every day through its high-impact journalism, fast-growing entertainment platforms and community engagement events.

Indonesia

KG Media

The #1 Media Group in Indonesia KG Media is Indonesia’s leading digital media network, reaching over 60% of the population, providing integrated media and marketing solutions to help businesses connect with audiences and achieve impactful results.

Philippines

INQUIRER Group of Companies

Balanced News, Fearless Views The INQUIRER Group (IGC) is a leading multimedia organization reaching 54 million users. With impactful journalism and diverse platforms, it engages audiences through news, publishing, digital media, app development, and training.

Our Approach

Education

Integrating sustainability into the social consciousness through a comprehensive media strategy across print, digital and social media platforms.

Engagement

Creating opportunities for newcomers to connect with experienced sustainability practitioners, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge exchange and professional growth.

Community

Establishing a like-minded fraternity as a Voice of Authority to advise key stakeholders for sustainability matters.

Our ESG Partners

Philippines

ACEN

ESG Edge Connect

Content Contributor & Event Sponsor

Philippines

ACEN

ESG Edge Connect

Content Contributor & Event Sponsor

News & Publication

Indonesia

ESG News

Studi: Mayoritas Percaya Perubahan Iklim Hanya Berdampak pada Orang Lain

KOMPAS.com - Studi yang dilakukan oleh para peneliti di Universitas Gothenburg di Swedia menunjukkan orang-orang cenderung menilai risiko diri mereka lebih rendah terkena dampak perubahan iklim dibandingkan risiko yang dihadapi orang lain.

Philippines

ESG News

New Year’s resolutions that can help climate action

Here’s some good news as the holidays wrap up: Many New Year’s resolutions people already make—eating healthier, saving money, getting organized—double as climate-friendly habits.

Malaysia

ESG News

ESG comes into its own in Asean

FOR years, the sustainability conversation has swung between hype and hesitation, championed by some as a moral revolution and dismissed by others as a passing trend. As we close 2025, one thing is clear: ESG is no longer an aspirational slogan. It is becoming a financial discipline, a regulatory expectation and a test of leadership credibility.

Events

Asia ESG Positive Impact Summit 2025

The Asia ESG Positive Impact Summit 2025 will be a transformative gathering that brings together global and regional leaders, policymakers, business executives, investors, and sustainability professionals to advance the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda across Asia. This prestigious event aims to deepen understanding of ESG principles, inspire actionable strategies, and drive initiatives that address the region's most pressing sustainability challenges.

5, 6 & 7 November 2025
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Indonesia

11 December 2025

Jakarta, Indonesia

Lestari Forum #6 2025

Lestari Forum is a premier gathering for dialogue, collaboration, and action, bringing together Indonesia’s key stakeholders in sustainability. Held quarterly, this forum serves as a hub where government regulators, corporate leaders, sustainability advocates, investors, and academic experts converge to address pressing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges.

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Awards

Asia ESG Positive Impact Awards 2025

The Asia ESG Positive Impact Awards 2025 is more than a celebration—it’s a regional platform where ESG leaders showcase best practices, share insights, and inspire transformation. Gold winners from The Star’s ESG Positive Impact Awards (Malaysia), The Philippine Daily Inquirer’s ESG Edge Impact Awards (Philippines), and KG Media’s Lestari Awards (Indonesia) advance to the regional stage, standing among Asia’s top sustainability champions.