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Australians accept climate science, but don't link to ethical super: Australian Ethical

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 6 MAR 2020  |  NEWS
... think performance is going to be a barrier, either." This lack of action around ethical investment is not reflected in consumer choice more widely - 60% of Australians reported purchasing goods/services in a more socially or environmentally friendly ...

Companies have responsibility to meld profit and purpose: IBM

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 28 FEB 2020  |  NEWS
... long-term value and maintain economic relevance. The research highlighted that purpose-based brand value propositions drive consumer purchasing decisions. The survey found that 74% of Australians surveyed are more likely to favour companies if they support ...

Investing for positive environment impact, financial return: First Sentier

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 21 FEB 2020  |  NEWS
... against what we would be doing within a sustainable portfolio. The emissions don't sit with the pipeline, it sits with the consumer of oil i.e. the transportation sector. If you take a narrow focus, you miss things." Engagement is central to the process ...

Comment: hindsight is 2020

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 14 FEB 2020  |  NEWS
... investment products that screen fossil fuels" as well as increasing transparency. Furthermore there is an increase in consumer demand for ESG funds. Super money is flowing out of default funds and into ESG options. Taking care of other people's money ...

Analysis: climate change, Australia and the fierce urgency of now

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 24 JAN 2020  |  NEWS
... O'Connor also pointed out that the demographic of users of the site are young - 65% are people aged 25-44. Beyond new consumer demand for financial products that address climate change, NGOs pressing for corporate action are gearing up for new levels ...

Human rights, ethical sourcing driving ESG considerations in Asia: Ausbil

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 24 JAN 2020  |  NEWS
... Carlsson-Sweeny, Ausbil Ausbil's ESG research team recently published a paper examining how ethical considerations impact on both consumer markets and the supply chain. Mans Carlsson-Sweeney, head of ESG Research pointed to plastic waste as one such ...

CEFC to provide finance for Bank Australia green home loan program

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 17 JAN 2020  |  NEWS
... Energy Finance Corporation The new Bank Australia Clean Energy Home Loan will offer eligible borrowers a 0.4% discount on consumer home loans for customers who buy or build a 7+ star Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS rated home). "This green ...

ASFI identifies six critical challenges for sustainable finance roadmap

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 13 DEC 2019  |  NEWS
... mission statement. The six critical challenges are: 1. Leadership, culture and institutional structures 2. Community and consumer interests and expectations 3. Frameworks, tools and standards 4. Decision-making and valuation 5. Unlocking sustainable ...

Superannuation funds that invest responsibly outperform: RIAA

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 6 DEC 2019  |  NEWS
... moving beyond a place where simply having a responsible investment commitment is sufficient. "It also confirms some of our consumer research as well, that beyond avoiding the most harmful activities, there is a strong consumer interest in more positive ...

flexigroup pricing $265million ABS with green tranches

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 29 NOV 2019  |  NEWS
... certified by the Climate Bonds Standard Board. The Flexi ABS Trust 2019-2 transaction is supported by a pool of unsecured, consumer receivables originated in Australia under its rebranded Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) offering - humm, flexigroup said. This ...