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No ESG drag seen in performance test results

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 1 SEP 2022  |  NEWS
... advocacy Susan Quinn. "For example they are poorly structured for responsible investors who have a strong focus on achieving net zero when assessed against a benchmark that is far from Paris aligned, and are not as appropriate for certain investors who ...

ACCR files additional claims in Santos lawsuit

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 25 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... by the Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR). Last year ACCR filed its suit challenging Santos' net zero emission target in relation to the viability of carbon capture and storage and environmental impacts of blue hydrogen. The ...

Big Red Group appoints first chief sustainability officer

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 25 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... more stories, connection to country, and experiential inclusion. "Over the next 12 months, Big Red Group will commit to net zero emissions, sourcing all power within its control from renewable sources," the company said. "In addition, the group will ...

ACCU demand to rise with Climate Active certification: CBA

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 18 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... drive the use of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs), according to Commonwealth Bank. As Australian businesses adopt net zero carbon targets, they are also seeking certification under the Australian government's Climate Active certification. Certification ...

ASX300 upping the ante on ESG reporting: Melior

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 18 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
ASX300 companies are taking action on carbon intensity and net zero targets while showing only incremental improvements on social indicators like gender diversity on boards and executive leadership teams, according to Melior Investment Management. In ...

BlackRock in $1bn capital commitment to battery storage

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 18 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... institutional investors increasingly look to invest in this space. They need investment opportunities that help them reach net zero, but investors aren't generally willing to sacrifice returns for climate impact." BlackRock noted that Australia requires ...

La Trobe Financial certified by Climate Action

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  TUESDAY, 16 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... Climate Active is an Australian government-backed program that provides certification for businesses that have achieved net zero emissions, or carbon neutrality. It is a partnership between the Australian government and Australian businesses to drive ...

Fixing Australia's complicated carbon market

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 11 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... Offsets can help smooth the transition away from emissions intensive activities, and put the necessary 'net' in net zero emissions by 2050. "Carbon markets also provide a means of channeling public and private finance to support our regional ...

Does Canberra's agenda align with sustainable investment?

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 11 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... absolutely something we can expect to see." The federal government has pledged $24 billion as part of its transition plan to a net zero economy. "Whether this is enough will undoubtedly be a discussion point in the coming months and years, in particular ...

CEFC, ANZ provide discount finance for SMEs

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 11 AUG 2022  |  NEWS
... footprint and improve their energy efficiency," Learmonth said. ANZ has committed to support customers transition to net zero emissions by 2050. "This program will help our customers invest in crucial assets to help them grow their business, in a sustainable ...