Sustainability Practitioner

Norita
Ja'afar

Certified Sustainability Practitioner (CMI & CSE, USA), recognized for leadership in Blue Carbon. Author of international methodologies and actively shaping carbon policy development across Malaysia.

Blue Carbon Expert
Carbon Credit Project Developer
Board of Directors Member
Sustainability Professional
Policy Advocate
NGO Leader
Norita Ja'afar

25+ Years

Experience

Tabah Asia

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About Me

Norita Ja'afar is a Certified Sustainability Practitioner (CMI & CSE, USA). A recognized authority in Blue Carbon, she has authored international methodologies and leads carbon policy development across Malaysia.

She helms Tabah Asia while serving on the boards of public-listed companies, financial institutions, state agencies, and NGO.

With over 25 years' expertise in accounting, risk, and audit, Norita bridges business insight with environmental action for lasting impact.

Renowned for her ability to unite social science and sustainability, she brings a holistic, people-centered approach to climate solutions.

She is a trusted consultant for Net Zero strategies and sustainability reporting across diverse sectors.

Above all, Norita's mission is a higher calling. She channels her knowledge, influence, and entrepreneurial spirit as an act of stewardship, honouring her Creator by protecting and nurturing this precious Earth for future generations.

Highlights

Speaking Invitation

International Conferences

Blue Carbon

Methodology Author

Board Member

Public-Listed Companies, Financial Institutions, MNCs, Government Agency & NGO

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Around The World

Moments and Milestones

This gallery offers a visual narrative of my journey in sustainability, blue carbon, and environmental stewardship. Each image captures significant engagements, collaborations, and achievements across international platforms, reflecting my commitment to advancing global environmental solutions and fostering impactful relationships.

Kunjung Hormat Datuk Len Talif Salleh, Deputy Minister for Urban Planning Land Administration and Environment

Kunjung Hormat Datuk Len Talif Salleh, Deputy Minister for Urban Planning Land Administration and Environment

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-11-11
Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-11-01
Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-11-01
Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Cypark Resource Berhad AGM

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-11-01
Kunjung Hormat Malaysia Forest Fund

Kunjung Hormat Malaysia Forest Fund

Putrajaya, Malaysia
2025-10-28
Seagrass Meadows at Pulau Setindan, Johor

Seagrass Meadows at Pulau Setindan, Johor

Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
2025-10-25
Seagrass Meadows at Pulau Setindan, Johor

Seagrass Meadows at Pulau Setindan, Johor

Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
2025-10-25
Global Mangrove Alliance National Chapter Leads Workshop

Global Mangrove Alliance National Chapter Leads Workshop

Senegal, Africa
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-24
Global Mangrove Alliance National Chapter Leads Workshop

Global Mangrove Alliance National Chapter Leads Workshop

Senegal, Africa
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-24
Johor Carbon Market Forum

Johor Carbon Market Forum

Johor, Malaysia
2025-09-25
Johor Carbon Market Forum

Johor Carbon Market Forum

Johor, Malaysia
2025-09-25
Kunjung Hormat from Tabah to Johor State Forestry Department

Kunjung Hormat from Tabah to Johor State Forestry Department

Kota Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
2025-09-12
Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06
Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06
Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Batang Ai Hydroplant & Floating Solar Visit with Sarawak Energy

Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06
Long House Visit at Batang Ai

Long House Visit at Batang Ai

Sarawak, Kuching
2025-09-06
Long House Visit at Batang Ai

Long House Visit at Batang Ai

Sarawak, Kuching
2025-09-06
Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04
Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04
Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04
Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Sarawak Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2025

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04
IETA Asia Climate Summit

IETA Asia Climate Summit

Bangkok, Thailand
2025-07-10 - 2025-07-11
IETA Asia Climate Summit

IETA Asia Climate Summit

Bangkok, Thailand
2025-07-10 - 2025-07-11
Tasik Kenyir Assessment for Floating Solar & Orang Asli Community Engagement

Tasik Kenyir Assessment for Floating Solar & Orang Asli Community Engagement

Tasik Kenyir, Terengganu, Malaysia
2025-07-06
Tasik Kenyir Assessment for Floating Solar & Orang Asli Community Engagement

Tasik Kenyir Assessment for Floating Solar & Orang Asli Community Engagement

Tasik Kenyir, Terengganu, Malaysia
2025-07-06
Cercarbono with Sarawak Forestry Department

Cercarbono with Sarawak Forestry Department

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-07-04
MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

Johor, Malaysia
2025-07-02
MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

Johor, Malaysia
2025-07-02
MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

MOU Cercarbono with Johor Sustainability Centre

Johor, Malaysia
2025-07-02
Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Palo Alto, USA
2025-07-01
Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Palo Alto, USA
2025-07-01
Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Stanford DOER School of Sustainability. Global Changemakers Programme

Palo Alto, USA
2025-07-01
Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Shenzhen, China
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-27
Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Shenzhen, China
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-27
Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Songshan Lake Seminar Executive Programme by Huawei

Shenzhen, China
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-27
A sentimental moment. One of my late father’s good friend. Tan Sri Musa Hitam

A sentimental moment. One of my late father’s good friend. Tan Sri Musa Hitam

Johor, Malaysia
2025-06-24
Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-06-19
Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-06-19
Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Sustainable Synergy by CMS

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2025-06-19
Nikkei Forum

Nikkei Forum

Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
2025-06-16
Nikkei Forum

Nikkei Forum

Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
2025-06-16
Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and  Kewpie plant

Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and Kewpie plant

Tokyo & Osaka, Japan
2025-04-19 - 2025-04-23
Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and  Kewpie plant

Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and Kewpie plant

Tokyo & Osaka, Japan
2025-04-19 - 2025-04-23
Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and  Kewpie plant

Johor Plantations Bhd Board Retreat - Visit to World Expo, Fuji plant and Kewpie plant

Tokyo & Osaka, Japan
2025-04-19 - 2025-04-23
Huawei Business Immersion

Huawei Business Immersion

Shenzhen, China
2025-04-15 - 2025-04-17
Huawei Business Immersion

Huawei Business Immersion

Shenzhen, China
2025-04-15 - 2025-04-17
Johor Plantations Bhd, Launch of IsPOC

Johor Plantations Bhd, Launch of IsPOC

Pasir Longgok, Johor, Malaysia
2025-02-27
Johor Plantations Bhd, Launch of IsPOC

Johor Plantations Bhd, Launch of IsPOC

Pasir Longgok, Johor, Malaysia
2025-02-27
Community engagement at Sekolah Kebangsaan Alor Pasir. Renewable Energy advocacy from Cypark Resources Bhd

Community engagement at Sekolah Kebangsaan Alor Pasir. Renewable Energy advocacy from Cypark Resources Bhd

Danau Tok Uban, Kelantan, Malaysia
2025-02-25
Community engagement at Sekolah Kebangsaan Alor Pasir. Renewable Energy advocacy from Cypark Resources Bhd

Community engagement at Sekolah Kebangsaan Alor Pasir. Renewable Energy advocacy from Cypark Resources Bhd

Danau Tok Uban, Kelantan, Malaysia
2025-02-25
Cypark Resources Bhd at Solar Farm

Cypark Resources Bhd at Solar Farm

Sik, Kedah, Malaysia
2025-02-18
Johor Green Council

Johor Green Council

Kota Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
2025-02-01
Johor Green Council

Johor Green Council

Kota Iskandar, Johor, Malaysia
2025-02-01
Cypark Resources Bhd Annual Dinner

Cypark Resources Bhd Annual Dinner

Melaka, Malaysia
2025-01-18
Malaysia Forest Fund at Sulaman Mangrove Lake Forest Reserve

Malaysia Forest Fund at Sulaman Mangrove Lake Forest Reserve

Tuaran, Sabah, Malaysia
2025-01-09
Malaysia Forest Fund at Sulaman Mangrove Lake Forest Reserve

Malaysia Forest Fund at Sulaman Mangrove Lake Forest Reserve

Tuaran, Sabah, Malaysia
2025-01-09
Sungai Santi Forest Reserve with Johor Sustainability Centre & Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Sungai Santi Forest Reserve with Johor Sustainability Centre & Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Johor, Malaysia
2025-01-07
Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Limbang, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-01-02
Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Limbang, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-01-02
Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Limbang, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-01-02
Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Community Engagement with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Limbang, Sarawak, Malaysia
2025-01-02
GMA, Kenyalang Tabah with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

GMA, Kenyalang Tabah with Sarawak Forestry Corporation

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
2024-12-16
Cypark awarded for Sustainability Aces Award 2024

Cypark awarded for Sustainability Aces Award 2024

Bangkok, Thailand
2024-11-14
1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-12
1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-12
1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-12
1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-12
1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference

Abu Dhabi, UAE
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-12
Johor Sustainability Conversation by CIMB. Carbon Credit in Mangroves by Norita Ja’afar & Panel Sessions

Johor Sustainability Conversation by CIMB. Carbon Credit in Mangroves by Norita Ja’afar & Panel Sessions

Johor, Malaysia
2024-10-29
Carbon Capture & Hydrogen Technology Expo

Carbon Capture & Hydrogen Technology Expo

Hamburg, Germany
2024-10-21 - 2024-10-23
CNTY Waste-To-Energy Plant

CNTY Waste-To-Energy Plant

Hanoi, Vietnam
2024-10-01
Sembcorp Energy Storage Plant

Sembcorp Energy Storage Plant

Banyan & Sakra, Singapore
2024-10-01
Sembcorp Energy Storage Plant

Sembcorp Energy Storage Plant

Banyan & Sakra, Singapore
2024-10-01
International Sustainable Energy Summit

International Sustainable Energy Summit

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024-08-21
Initial Listing Ceremony Johor Plantations Berhad

Initial Listing Ceremony Johor Plantations Berhad

Bursa Stock Exchange. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024-07-08
Initial Listing Ceremony Johor Plantations Berhad

Initial Listing Ceremony Johor Plantations Berhad

Bursa Stock Exchange. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024-07-08
Launch of Johor Plantations Bhd IPO Prospectus

Launch of Johor Plantations Bhd IPO Prospectus

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024-06-12
Launch of Johor Plantations Bhd IPO Prospectus

Launch of Johor Plantations Bhd IPO Prospectus

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2024-06-12
RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

Johor, Malaysia
2024-05-17
RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

Johor, Malaysia
2024-05-17
RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

RDS Johor Sustainability & Tax Conference

Johor, Malaysia
2024-05-17
Carbon discussion with Johor Sustainability Centre, PWC and Petronas Sustainability

Carbon discussion with Johor Sustainability Centre, PWC and Petronas Sustainability

Johor, Malaysia
2024-04-15
Launch of Global Mangrove Alliance -National Chapter. Asia-Pacific Climate Week

Launch of Global Mangrove Alliance -National Chapter. Asia-Pacific Climate Week

Johor Bahru, Malaysia
2023-11-15
Kunjung hormat Johor State Department of Agriculture for Johor Green Conference

Kunjung hormat Johor State Department of Agriculture for Johor Green Conference

Kota Iskandar, Johor
2023-10-22
Board Retreat Johor Plantations Bhd with JCorp

Board Retreat Johor Plantations Bhd with JCorp

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2023-10-08
Blue Carbon Programme by CE Marin

Blue Carbon Programme by CE Marin

Cartagena, Colombia
2023-07
MMM6

MMM6

Cartagena, Colombia
2023-07
Memorandum of Understanding between Cercarbono, Tabah & CE Marin

Memorandum of Understanding between Cercarbono, Tabah & CE Marin

Cartagena, Colombia
2023-07
Memorandum of Understanding between Cercarbono, Tabah & CE Marin

Memorandum of Understanding between Cercarbono, Tabah & CE Marin

Cartagena, Colombia
2023-07
Memorandum of Understanding

Memorandum of Understanding

Zamboanga Del Sur, Philippines
2023-06-07
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