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Shell Scenarios on pathways to net-zero emissions

PIA LEFEVRE  |  FRIDAY, 18 NOV 2016  |  NEWS
... technologies." The Shell Scenario approach has worked to set the context for decision making, Bentham said. The scenarios led to "the fact that we are now a bigger gas company than we are an oil company," to Shell being "a very big player in first generation's ...

Cash Converters to pay more than $12 million after ASIC investigation

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 11 NOV 2016  |  NEWS
... they're anticipating the gov't to introduce these requirements. We've yet to see the results of that." Last year, a government-led review into small amount credit contracts (SACCs) found that responsible lending obligations concerning SACCs are not sufficient ...

Impact Investing Australia surveys $1.2bn impact investment universe

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 4 NOV 2016  |  NEWS
... at directing investments to areas and issues of greatest need" he added. The report and the Benchmarking Data Project was led by Erin Castellas and supported by a working group of senior stakeholders from organisations including First State Super, Mercer ...

Banks consider the implications of Sustainable Development Goals

PIA LEFEVRE  |  FRIDAY, 4 NOV 2016  |  NEWS
... over the agenda's 15 year term." "The major Australian banks are very engaged in the Global Compact Network Australia, which led the development of the CEO Statement of Support for the SDGs," Cope said. "Australian banks are global sustainability leaders ...

Connecting off-grid communities with renewable tech: AllGrid Energy

PIA LEFEVRE  |  FRIDAY, 28 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... energy as well as improving community regeneration. AllGrid's introduction of solar panels and battery storage systems has led the Indigenous community of Manungurra that was down to two people to return to a population of forty people and introduce ...

BHP Billiton ESG downgrade prompts asset owner questions: MSCI

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 21 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... around the world. Michael Salvatico, executive director, MSCI MSCI recently held a webinar to discuss the circumstances that led to BHP Billiton receiving a red flag in its controversies ratings, and discuss what this could mean for investors. MSCI gave ...

Oliver Yates to step down as Clean Energy Finance Corporation CEO

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 19 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... total value of AU$5.7 billion. During this time, the CEFC operated on a political knife edge. When the Coalition government led by then-Prime Minister Tony Abbot was elected in 2013, the CEFC Act was targeted for repeal as part of the unwinding of the ...

Corporate governance, quality linked as investment factors: Northern Trust

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 14 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... significant carbon intensity exposure might be a disadvantage." The results of their internal research and client interest have led Northern Trust to develop bespoke solutions for clients as well as other strategies for the market, including the Quality ...

IGCC, investors outline climate risks, expectations for automotive sector

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 14 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... take six steps - Analysis, inquiry, monitoring, engagement, collaboration, and public policy. Hermes Investment Management led the drafting of the guide, and said that long-term investors "want to ensure that automotive companies are prepared for the ...

VicSuper publishes 2016 annual report using IR, GRI

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 7 OCT 2016  |  NEWS
... fund's work on its climate strategy as achievements during the year. During the 2015/2016 year, VicSuper established a CEO led Climate Change Steering Committee and launched Phase II of their Climate Change and Investments Strategy. "We have a lot more ...