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CEFC looks to increase investment in bioenergy projects

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 3 DEC 2014  |  NEWS
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) is looking to expand its investments in bioenergy technologies, according to Ted Dow, CEFC CIO. Ted Dow, CEFC CIO Currently, bioenergy investments at the CEFC stand at 10% or AU$100 million of the overall ...

Mirvac reports on first year of new sustainability strategy

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 21 NOV 2014  |  NEWS
... what we've lacked is a clear strategic direction so that the initiatives are interlinked and interwoven into a common purpose," said Paul Edwards, group general manager sustainability. "With the launch of the strategy this year, we've done that. We've ...

International Integrated Reporting Council launches Public Sector Pioneer Network

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 NOV 2014  |  NEWS
... public accountability. Participants in the network will share views and experiences on how can be adapted to be fit for purpose for the public sector, with the end goal of improving transparency and building trust. I call on interested organizations ...

Direct Action Plan, Emissions Reduction Fund approved

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 31 OCT 2014  |  NEWS
The Direct Action Plan legislation that passed the Senate this week contains amendments that will extend the contract period for abatement activities and establishes a safeguard mechanism, according to Norton Rose Fulbright. Elisa de Wit, partner, Norton ...

bankmecu MD discusses integrated reporting implementation

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 31 OCT 2014  |  NEWS
Companies and multilateral banking institutions are considering the role that Integrated Reporting (IR) can play in enhancing transparency and financial stability, with bankmecu's managing director participating in a panel discussion on the topic at ...

Catholic Super makes case for global climate policies

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 26 SEP 2014  |  NEWS
... our assets are invested in climate-related investments - wind farms, hydro, solar, and as we see more opportunities, our purpose is to invest that way. We are continuing to agitate through the contacts and associations we have to get a carbon price introduced." ...

Advisory Board's bold strategy to increase impact investing

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 19 SEP 2014  |  NEWS
... of the Financial System Inquiry, it has recognised impact investing as part of the conversation we're having about the purpose of having a financial system. It creates economic opportunity and it can do good for regular citizens. [The report] elicited ...

SVA CEO calls for new investment model for social change

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 12 SEP 2014  |  NEWS
... generally flows based on common metrics of performance," Traill said. "Defining performance expectations in the social purpose world is much more challenging, but it's critical if we are to make sure that we are funding the right programs." The AU$1.8 ...

Local property companies continue GRESB outperformance

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 5 SEP 2014  |  NEWS
Australian/New Zealand property companies continue to outperform global peers in sustainability reporting and performance, according to the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) 2014 results. Australia/NZ property companies received an ...

AMP Capital invests in Alterra Power Corporation

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 5 SEP 2014  |  NEWS
AMP Capital's Infrastructure Debt Fund II has invested more than C$100m in Alterra Power Corporation, a global renewable energy company headquartered in British Columbia. AMP Capital has structured a C$110 million subordinated loan facility for Alterra ...