Chi Xiang Wong, CFA, is a sustainable finance specialist with experience in climate finance policy, green bonds and ESG disclosure. His expertise covers energy transition, climate adaptation investment, sustainable finance taxonomies and capital market development across Asia.
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About me
Chi Xiang Wong, CFA, is a sustainable finance professional with experience across climate finance, capital markets, ESG reporting, investment management and financial regulation.
He currently works as a Sustainable Finance Specialist with the Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI) and as a Research Analyst with the Institute of Finance and Sustainability (IFS). His work focuses on sustainable finance capacity building, climate-related financial policies, regulatory frameworks and the mobilisation of capital for climate and sustainability objectives across Asia.
Previously, Chi Xiang worked with Climate Bonds Initiative and Securities Commission Malaysia, supporting the development of sustainable finance taxonomies, green and sustainable debt markets, regulatory policies and technical assistance programmes. He has also undertaken advisory work involving ESG disclosures, corporate decarbonisation strategies, climate adaptation finance and sustainable investment.
His investment management experience includes portfolio strategy, fixed-income research and investment risk assessment. This combination of financial market experience and sustainability expertise supports his review of OneStop ESG content covering sustainable finance, ESG investing, climate adaptation, energy transition, ESG reporting and sustainability advisory services.
Career and credentials
Professional background
Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainable Investment (CASI) | Sustainable Finance Specialist | April 2025–Present
Supports sustainable finance capacity-building initiatives by working with subject-matter experts and institutions to develop technical learning materials. His responsibilities include synthesising research, coordinating content reviews and developing educational resources for professionals working in sustainable investment and finance.
Institute of Finance and Sustainability (IFS) | Research Analyst, International Collaboration | April 2025–Present
Conducts research on sustainability and climate finance developments across ASEAN+3, including financial regulations, sustainable finance frameworks and transition policies. Supports policy research, international collaboration and engagement with financial regulators and policymakers.
CFA Society Malaysia | Honorary Secretary | November 2025–Present
Previously served as Director, Advocacy and Regulatory Relations from November 2023 to November 2025. His work includes engagement with financial regulators, promoting professional standards and contributing to financial market policy discussions and research.
Independent Consultant | Financial Sector and Regulatory Specialist, Municipal and Sustainable Finance | September 2022–Present
Provides advisory services on sustainable finance, ESG disclosure, climate adaptation and decarbonisation strategies. His assignments include developing the Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide for SMEs, commissioned by Capital Markets Malaysia and Securities Commission Malaysia, preparing sustainability reports for investment firms and supporting climate adaptation finance policy development in Southeast Asia.
Climate Bonds Initiative | Senior Market Analyst, Emerging Market Technical Assistance Specialist & ASEAN Lead (Consultant) | September 2022–March 2025
Led regional market development, policy engagement and technical assistance initiatives across Southeast Asia. Worked with regulators, financial institutions and other stakeholders on sustainable finance taxonomies, green standards, thematic bonds and sustainable debt capital markets.
Securities Commission Malaysia | Assistant Manager, Market Development | August 2021–September 2022
Contributed to the development of Malaysia's sustainable and responsible investment market through policy formulation, ESG frameworks, sustainable investment products and regulatory engagement. Supported regional initiatives involving the ASEAN sustainable finance ecosystem.
Social Security Organisation (PERKESO), Malaysia | Investment Analyst and Risk Analyst | September 2017–August 2021
Worked in investment portfolio management, fixed-income research, asset allocation, credit analysis and risk management. His responsibilities included monitoring investment portfolios, assessing bond and Sukuk investments, conducting financial due diligence and supporting investment strategy decisions.
Credential · 2022
CFA Charterholder
CFA InstituteEducation · 2017
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accounting and Finance
University of Warwick, Warwick Business School
How we review our guides
OneStop ESG guides are reviewed by specialists with relevant professional experience in the subjects they assess.
Our reviewers examine:
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The accuracy of technical descriptions and material provider claims.
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The reliability of supporting evidence and regulatory references.
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The appropriateness of comparisons, strengths, limitations and recommendations.
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The disclosure of relevant commercial relationships.
Reviewers must disclose material conflicts of interest and cannot approve guides involving providers with which they have a conflicting relationship.
A review credit is published only after the named reviewer has completed and approved the assessment.
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