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Robeco outlines four themes for 2022 engagement

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 3 FEB 2022  |  NEWS
... reflected in a dedicated engagement program. "One of the largest developments we see, particularly in Europe, is new legislation raising expectations on how you address asset ownership.... You have much more ongoing screening of portfolios, and the moment ...

Proxy advisers criticise new government reforms

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 23 DEC 2021  |  NEWS
... is transparent, independent and its quality and accuracy can be relied upon by investors and companies alike." The legislation was passed without advance notice and with compliance expected in under 60 days, said Vas Kolesnikoff, head of Australia and ...

Evolution Mining commits to net zero

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  MONDAY, 13 DEC 2021  |  NEWS
... and Indigenous p eoples in communities in which they operate. Murfitt said Evolution is keeping abreast of changing legislation regarding protection of culturally sensitive sites such as the WA legislation. "I think what strikes me is that we can continue ...

Failing to manage ESG a severe risk to business: KPMG

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 1 DEC 2021  |  NEWS
... Social issues and equality will be high on the agenda. This will mean organisations will need to lead on pay gap, "with legislation eventually enacted around maximum permissible pay gaps across all employee groups," KPMG forecasted. The report also said ...

Companies at risk from modern slavery exposures beyond first tier

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  TUESDAY, 30 NOV 2021  |  NEWS
... exposures beyond the first tier of suppliers - the suppliers to the direct suppliers. Companies should also be aware that legislation around modern slavery and other human rights abuses can change quickly. Coward pointed to the recent passage of legislation ...

Investors, business criticise WA cultural heritage bill

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 18 NOV 2021  |  NEWS
A coalition of investors and business groups have raised concerns that proposed legislation in Western Australia is insufficient to prevent future tragedies such as the destruction of Juukan Gorge from happening. The WA Aboriginal Cultural Heritage ...

HESTA, Lendlease back First Nations initiative

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 OCT 2021  |  NEWS
... protect and sustain what is there, but sustainability isn't just good enough in the current period - we've seen that the legislation isn't good enough, or else there wouldn't be this much damage to history and culture as what happened at Juukan Gorge." ...

Tightening climate focus on world's biggest emitters: Aviva Investors

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 30 SEP 2021  |  NEWS
... and have taken the bolder step to sever ties with associations that are most vociferously pushing back on climate legislation. Q: What happens if an engagement is deemed unsuccessful? A: A key aspect of the programme is that the engagement asks are timebound ...

Compliance risk to new waste, recycling laws

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 29 JUL 2021  |  NEWS
... used tyres, single resin/polymer plastics, and finishing with paper and cardboard in July 2024. "Understanding the legislation and ensuring you comply with the legislation are the biggest risks for business, but that also presents opportunities because ...

Companies failing harassment victims: ACSI

ELIZABETH MCARTHUR  |  THURSDAY, 22 JUL 2021  |  NEWS
... Commission, the Sex Discrimination Act will be updated so that it is not only enacted once victims complain. She hopes the legislation will put positive duties on employers, rather than counting on victims to report. The risks of sexual harassment go ...

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Green moves: Aware Super, Minderoo Foundation

ELIZABETH FRY
CareSuper hired an ESG specialist from a rival, while Andrew Forrest's Minderoo Foundation appointed an executive director of effective philanthropy.

Macquarie AM takes over Island Green Power

KARREN VERGARA
Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) is now the owner of renewable energy developer Island Green Power, scooping up the remaining 50% stake.

Palliser Capital hits out at Rio Tinto board

ANDREW MCKEAN
Palliser Capital has vowed to continue pressing for governance reform at Rio Tinto after its shareholder resolution calling for an independent review of the miner's dual-listed company structure fell short at the group's annual general meeting.

ISSB looks to ease Scope 3 disclosure requirements

JAMIE WILLIAMSON
The International Sustainability Standards Board has proposed changes to requirements under IFRS S2 to offer clarity around existing reliefs and provide further relief in relation to specific Greenhouse Gas emissions disclosures.

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