Sustainability compliance should not be seen as a cost
24 March, 2025The challenges of corporate sustainability reporting requirements are creating concern, but Schneider Electric says organisations should focus on the positives.
US federal paper straw ban causes confusion, expert says
17 February, 2025RMIT expert Dr Bhavna Middha said US President Trump's executive order banning paper straws in federal agencies will cause market and consumer confusion.
Stepping up to mandatory Scope 3 emissions reporting: a smooth transition
22 January, 2025 by Meg Fricke, Partner with EY’s Climate Change and Sustainability Services teamAs Australia ushers in a new era of climate-related financial disclosure, many organisations are gearing up for a significant shift in their reporting practices.
How to navigate Australia’s new climate regulations
25 November, 2024 by Thierry Lotrian, CEO of Climate & DecisionsAustralia’s new mandatory climate reporting regulations are set to take effect next year, and they’ll impact thousands of businesses across the country.
Insurance sector digs into impact of mandatory climate reporting
18 November, 2024Businesses are being encouraged to prepare for the impact of mandatory climate disclosure in Australia.
GECA releases position statement on making recycled content claims
02 September, 2024 by Kendall Benton-Collins, Strategic Communications Manager – GECAWhat you exclude on recycled content claims can be just as meaningful (or misleading) as what you include on product labels.
Peak waste group criticises Qld Budget
13 June, 2024The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia has highlighted several missed opportunities in the Budget, including its handling of council levies and the issue of battery fires.
Govt sustainability initiatives welcomed by Engineers Australia
06 May, 2024The Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group Interim Report and the Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy were praised as presenting a significant step towards sustainability.
Vic Govt proposes major changes to energy infrastructure
11 March, 2024Under the proposed amendment, VicGrid will undertake all planning and consultation on energy projects, ensuring that community views are taken into account at the start of the planning process.
Parliament releases report on Australian food security
11 December, 2023The Agriculture Committee's recommendations include creating a comprehensive National Food Plan and appointing a Minister for Food.
How climate risk assessment can help decarbonisation agenda
20 October, 2023 by Amy Steel, Climate Risk Expert and WA Leader, ENGIE ImpactIn recent years there has been a global push for increased transparency on the financial implications of climate change.
2023 a key year for safeguard reform & sustainability disclosure
06 October, 2023 by Ilona Millar and Emily Morison – Gilbert + TobinFor Australian businesses, few reforms have been more noteworthy than the introduction of long-awaited changes to the Emissions Reduction Safeguard Mechanism...
Preparation is key to conquering future mandatory non-financial climate reporting
16 August, 2023Mandatory non-financial climate reporting is on its way and is set to reshape the landscape for investors, banks, corporations and trusts.
Senate establishes inquiry into greenwashing
04 April, 2023Following encouragement from The Greens, the Senate has agreed to establish an inquiry into greenwashing by corporations in Australia.
Government encouraged to crack down on greenwashing
08 March, 2023The Greens have welcomed the ACCC's announcement to investigate businesses for greenwashing, but have called for the government to go further in this area.
