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Dhawura Ngilan - Business and investor initiative: A guide for businesses and investors
This report provides guidance for businesses and investors to respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage rights and implement environmental, social, and corporate governance principles. The Dhawura Ngilan (Remembering Country) vision is outlined and detailed recommendations for ethical investment practices are provided.
Terri Janke and Company
Terri Janke and Company is a leading Indigenous-owned law firm based in Australia. Specialising in Indigenous cultural and intellectual property rights, they offer expert legal services to businesses and organisations. With a focus on cultural diversity and sustainability, they provide tailored solutions to meet clients' legal needs effectively and ethically.
State of Indigenous business: Driving growth across the Indigenous business sector
The report provides insights into the Indigenous business landscape in Australia. The report outlines the potential economic growth for Indigenous businesses estimated at $8 billion, which could create 19,000 jobs for Indigenous Australians. The report discusses the current challenges facing Indigenous businesses and offers policy recommendations to stimulate growth and improved connection between procurers and Indigenous businesses.
The rising tide of greenwashing: Navigating ‘greenwashing’ risks in climate change targets and sustainability credentials
The report highlights the risks and challenges associated with businesses misrepresenting their sustainability credentials or strategies. The document elaborates on the subject with the help of multiple examples and practical guidelines to reduce legal and reputational exposure to businesses and corporations.
In search of the true greenium
The expected return of green securities relative to brown is a crucial impact measure for ESG investors, and the greenium is more negative in greener countries and over time. The equity greenium has become more negative over time. The proposed robust green score combined with forward-looking expected returns yields a more precisely estimated annual equity greenium.
Measuring what matters: Australia's first well-being framework
Measuring What Matters is Australia's first wellbeing framework, published in July 2023 by the Commonwealth of Australia. It seeks to deepen our understanding of how Australians are faring beyond traditional economic indicators. The framework includes 50 wellbeing indicators under the themes of healthy, secure, sustainable, cohesive, and prosperous societies.
Australian Government
The Australian Government's official website offers updates on government policies, news, and initiatives. Visitors can access information on various governmental departments and services. Stay informed about Australia's governance, public affairs, and key decisions made by the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
Cross Dependency Initiative (XDI)
XDI Systems (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a mission-driven company dedicated to accelerating action on climate change by embedding physical climate risk data in all decisions. As experts in physical climate risk, they provide actionable results to clients globally, collaborating with governments, NGOs, companies, banks, and communities to address climate challenges collaboratively.
BNP Paribas
Explore the diverse offerings of BNP Paribas Group, a global leader in banking and financial services. From retail banking to corporate and institutional banking, their expertise spans various sectors. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, they provide tailored solutions to meet the needs of clients worldwide.
Australian material flow analysis to progress to a circular economy
This report provides a comprehensive material flow account for Australia in 2019 to support the assessment of its circular economy progress. The report highlights key areas where policy interventions can improve material intensity, resource efficiency, and waste minimisation. It also evaluates Australia's circularity indicators and performs well on three proposed indicators.
RIAA's from values to riches series
This research series gauges Australians' and New Zealanders' awareness, attitudes, and practices around responsible and ethical investing. It provides insights into consumer sentiment and expectations regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in investment decisions.
Resilience: Regenerative City Living Lab (Victoria University)
The Victoria University Resilience and Regenerative City Living Lab (VU RISE) focuses on urban sustainability, resilience, and regeneration. Through collaborative research and community engagement, VU RISE addresses challenges in urban environments, fostering innovation for sustainable city living.
Heritage Chairs and Officials of Australia and New Zealand
The Heritage Chairs and Officials of Australia and New Zealand (HCOANZ) is a collaborative network dedicated to the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage in both countries. Their mission involves sharing knowledge, resources, and best practices among heritage professionals to ensure the safeguarding of historical sites and artifacts for future generations.
Ethical Partners
Ethical Partners is an Australian investment management firm dedicated to responsible investing. With a focus on ethical considerations, they offer a range of investment solutions across various asset classes. Their approach integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to achieve sustainable financial returns while making a positive impact.
Publish What You Pay Australia
PWYP Australia is dedicated to promoting transparency and accountability in the extractive industries. Through advocacy and partnerships, it works towards ensuring that citizens benefit equitably from natural resource wealth. Explore their initiatives, research, and resources to support transparency and accountability in Australia's extractive sector.
Scaling impact: Exploring 'success' in relation to impact investments
This study aims to explore the definition of success in social impact investments and how to scale them up. Challenges such as negotiation, execution, and outcomes measurement were identified. Measures for supporting scaling include data sharing, funding, and intellectual property (IP) valuation.