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Agriculture funding takes the stage at COP28

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  MONDAY, 11 DEC 2023  |  NEWS
The Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate), backed by Australia and more than 600 government and non-government partners, has announced $17 billion in new funding for climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovations. The ...

Boards not ready for new workplace laws

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  MONDAY, 11 DEC 2023  |  NEWS
New research finds that most directors are concerned their boards may not be fully prepared to meet new workplace sexual harassment laws when they come into force this week. From 12 December, the Australian Human Rights Commission will enforce the Positive ...

Research flags need for comprehensive ESG reporting

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023  |  NEWS
While most companies report on sustainability frameworks, few conduct independent external assurance, according to new research that also calls for mandatory reporting that goes beyond climate. Researchers at the Deakin Integrated Reporting Centre (DIRC) ...

Capacity Investment Scheme expansion to jolt renewable energy

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 23 NOV 2023  |  NEWS
... workforces to be built. Through upcoming Sector Plans and the recently announced Net Zero Authority the Government can foster thriving regions and ensure Australia remains competitive in the global economy," Jackson said. Community and union alliance ...

Finance eyes $500b green buildings opportunity

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 16 NOV 2023  |  NEWS
... Finance Institute (ASFI) recently released a guide to drive greater understanding of sustainable finance in real estate and foster collaboration between the two sectors. The new guide provides a detailed examination of available mechanisms, with the ...

Most inclusive Aussie orgs named

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  MONDAY, 6 NOV 2023  |  NEWS
... well on building [inclusivity] really benefit from the diverse perspectives that people might bring." Inclusive workplaces foster higher staff retention, productivity, and innovation. Workers are three times less likely to leave their organisation, more ...

PRI to shake up reporting framework for signatories

RACHEL ALEMBAKIS  |  THURSDAY, 26 OCT 2023  |  NEWS
The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) is set to revamp its reporting mechanisms for signatories as part of new framework to help investors better define their responsible investment progression. PRI has launched the co-design process for the ...

Legal changes put sexual harassment on par with workplace safety

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 28 SEP 2023  |  NEWS
... is also relatively commonplace. For example, offering a gift voucher prize for the best idea from workers about how to foster safe and respectful culture in their workplace," Cody added. A spokesperson Safe Work Australia (SWA) commented that sexual ...

New net zero standard for miners

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  THURSDAY, 14 SEP 2023  |  NEWS
... providing specific metrics tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by mining companies, this standard aims to foster transparency, accountability, and sustainability within the mining sector. The standard was developed through consultation ...

Bridging the ESG gap: strategies for institutional investors

ROSE MARY PETRASS  |  MONDAY, 28 AUG 2023  |  NEWS
... feel confident it's a worthwhile exercise." ClearBridge Investments also takes an integrated strategy towards ESG to foster long term value. The global active listed equity manager with $157.8 billion AUM provides Australian institutional investors ...