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70% of suppliers see climate change as supply chain risk

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 25 JAN 2013  |  NEWS
More company suppliers than ever have identified current or future climate changes risks to their global supply chains, but only 28% of suppliers report having a target for emissions reductions. The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Supply Chain's fifth ...

Farrell names appointments to National Water Commission

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 JUL 2012  |  NEWS
... years. "Karlene Maywald was South Australia's minister for water security and the River Murray during one of the worst drought periods in living memory," Farrell said in a statement accompanying the announcement. "She has a proven, long-standing track ...

Australian Ethical names exec director business development

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 JAN 2012  |  NEWS
... philosophy." Newnham has also worked on homeless shelter support schemes, indigenous fellowship programs, environmental and drought relief projects and mental health awareness initiatives, Australian Ethical said. "My values, interests and skills are ...

Disclosing sustainability risks, engaging stakeholders vital to corporate interests

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  FRIDAY, 26 AUG 2011  |  NEWS
... could and should be done. Water consumption is an issue for mining, drilling and quarrying operators, Adams noted, and drought conditions in Australia with concomitant community awareness and water restrictions have prompted companies to incorporate ...

Companies investing in sustainable operations showing returns

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  WEDNESDAY, 25 MAY 2011  |  NEWS
... paid for themselves within seven months." The company recognizes climate change, direct use of water and the effect of drought, waste generation and store development as material issues for the business. Meanwhile, Woolworths also recognizes the social ...

Australian companies asked to disclose water exposure

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 24 MAR 2011  |  NEWS
... said. "For example, if an investor is looking at a food production company that has investments in areas where there is a drought, they will see a link, but the view is more that the asset should move than the water should move," Fabian said. "They're ...
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