BINTULU: OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd (OM Sarawak) has been awarded the champion for the prestigious Diamond Award under the Large Enterprise category at the Bintulu Sustainability Awards (BiSA) 2024 ceremony, recently.
The Diamond Award was the highest honour bestowed, followed by the Platinum and Silver Awards.
According to OM Sarawak in a press statement, the recognition highlights OM Sarawak’s impactful contributions to sustainable development and environmental stewardship in the region.
“OM Sarawak’s commitment to sustainability is exemplified by its efforts in sustainable waste management practices.
“By repurposing industrial by-products, the company has significantly reduced waste and minimised dependence on natural resources, positively impacting local communities and the environment.
“These efforts align with OM Sarawak’s broader vision of fostering a circular economy, by closing the industrial waste loop and advancing sustainability efforts,” the company said.
It added that through these practices, OM Sarawak is reducing its environmental footprint and paving the way for a resource-efficient and eco-friendly future.
“As the company moves forward, OM Sarawak remains dedicated to promoting and driving sustainable solutions through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement.
“This strategic approach aims to deliver long-term benefits for both the environment and the communities of Sarawak,” said the company.
The event recognised companies demonstrating exceptional efforts and achievements in pursuing sustainability practices and was organised by Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) and co-organised by Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), supported by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Department of Environment (DOE), Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), and Ministry of Education Malaysia (MOE).
