Australia signs declaration to transition from fossil fuels
25 November, 2025 by Kylie BaraczOrganisations have welcomed Australia signing the Belém Declaration to Transition from Fossil Fuels at COP30, but they believe more needs to be done.
How mandatory climate reporting is raising the bar for corporate leadership
19 November, 2025 by Lisa Zembrodt, Principal and Senior Director, Sustainability Business, Schneider ElectricThe shift towards mandatory climate-related financial disclosures is transforming how organisations understand and govern key drivers of financial performance.
Pledges favour land-based carbon removal over emission cuts
13 November, 2025Countries are failing to carry out core work required to reduce emissions by halting and reversing deforestation and forest degradation, says COP30 report.
Critical minerals on the agenda at IMARC 2025
21 October, 2025IMARC has opened in Sydney with critical minerals as a hot topic, following the news of a US$8.5 billion critical minerals pipeline deal between the US and Australia.
Sustainability reporting is here — but confidence in data isn't
15 October, 2025 by Narain Viswanathan, Area Director ANZ, WorkivaRegulatory pressure is mounting, and the confidence in the data needed to meet that pressure is lagging behind, according to Workiva.
Australia's 2035 climate target announced
18 September, 2025 by Kylie BaraczPrime Minister Anthony Albanese has vowed to cut the country's emissions by a range of 62–70% by 2035.
ICJ holds states accountable in landmark climate ruling
28 July, 2025The International Court of Justice has ruled that governments must be held accountable for climate damage caused by fossil fuel production and consumption.
Government consulting on sustainable investment labelling
22 July, 2025The Australian Government is seeking views on sustainable investment product labelling, designed to help investors make informed sustainable decisions.
Aust companies unprepared for mandatory climate disclosure
30 June, 2025 by Michael Cox*From 1 July, large businesses must reveal their emissions plans and targets, yet many are already finding it difficult to comply, says Schneider Electric.
Australian-made green metals get $19.8m investment
18 June, 2025The federal government is providing a $19.8 million grant to develop the production of low-emissions iron using Pilbara iron ore in WA.
Labor government urged to act on environmental issues
05 May, 2025WWF-Australia and the Climate Council are asking Australia's newly re-elected government to deliver bold action on nature and climate.
Emissions as data: the challenge of reporting on an invisible metric
17 April, 2025 by Alexey Lebedev, VP Pacific, AVEVAThe challenge many businesses face is quite apparent: how does one measure emissions? AVEVA says it comes down to having the right methods in place.
The 3 key risks directors need to manage amid climate reporting uncertainty
11 April, 2025 by Ross Thomson, CEO, Greenbox2025 will be a marker year for climate reporting, and boards should devote attention to three key areas in strategy and risk management, says Greenbox's CEO.
Coalition to scrap vehicle policy reducing emissions
08 April, 2025Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is set to dismantle Australia's climate policies, with reports indicating he plans to remove the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards.
Climate Council rates political parties on climate
04 April, 2025The Climate Council has released its scorecard of Australia's political parties ahead of the 2025 federal election.
