Between 2015 and 2021, the Earth Systems and Climate Change Hub delivered world-leading climate and Earth systems science and climate capability for Australia. Notably, the hub worked to enhance the financial services sectors' awareness of the availability and utility of science-based data and tools to mitigate climate risk.

Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 (MSA) was intended to create a race to the top among Australian companies in addressing modern slavery disclosure. The response from corporate Australia is lagging, however. This research on disclosures under the MSA identifies three key gaps in S&P/ASX 300 modern slavery reporting and performance.

This report highlights that the business case for gender and ethnic diversity in executive teams is stronger than ever, having been deepened by the COVID-19 crisis. Emphasis on diverse representation within organisations is no longer sufficient; employees must feel and perceive equality and fairness of opportunity in their workplace.

A 2013 report on the business community's engagement with climate change, and the best way for companies to implement policies that ensure greenhouse gas emissions are reduced whilst supporting the global economy. The report sets guidelines for why and how companies can provide constructive influences on public policy.

Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) operates Australia's primary securities exchange. ASX uses technology to develop innovative, globally attractive solutions for customers, and creates value for ASX shareholders. ASX operates liquid, robust, reliable markets and is overseen by local and international regulators. ASX is one of the world’s top-10 listed exchange groups measured by market capitalisation.

This report focuses on the decarbonisation of listed equity portfolios in Australia, outlining current investor initiatives and commitments to support decarbonisation and energy transition. The report discusses carbon exposure metrics, company engagement and divestment strategies, and investing in climate solutions.

This report explores strategies to better align institutional asset owners with asset managers when managing impact expectations and outcomes. When institutional investors incorporate impact, they can mitigate issues that threaten the long-term value of their assets, and leverage their capital to help address the world's most intractable challenges.

The key principle of the Core Benefits Verification Framework is Indigenous ownership of the verification process. The framework creates the opportunity for Indigenous people to be the experts in the verification of environmental, social and cultural values associated with community development programs, such as carbon farming.

Aboriginal Carbon Foundation (AbCF) catalyses life-changing, community prosperity, through carbon farming. Their aim is to build wealth for Traditional Owners and non-Aboriginal carbon farmers, implementing carbon projects that demonstrate environmental, social and cultural core benefits, through the ethical trade of carbon credits.

Transparency International Australia (TIA) is the national chapter of Transparency International, a global coalition against corruption operating in over 100 countries. Their mission is to tackle corruption by shining a light on the illegal practices and unfair laws that weaken democracy.

Based on interviews with 22 leading asset owners, this 2018 report explores the best-practices landscape for managing climate risks and opportunities. The report identifies barriers faced by industry leaders and presents a framework of ten building blocks for other asset owners developing and introducing climate strategies.

Commissioned by the Australian Council of Superannuation Investors (ACSI), this report has been produced to support the Australian investment community's understanding of how biodiversity loss presents a risk to their portfolios. It provides recommendations about actions that Australian investors can take in response to this risk, in preparation for the Taskforce for Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).

Are “green finance" and climate change gaining traction in the Asian financial sector? Asia Research and Engagement (ARE) reviewed the practices of 88 leading financial institutions across Asia-Pacific to find out. Growing momentum is discovered: 28% of banks and 30% of investors have incorporated climate change into their respective policies.

A two page read that reports the annual growth of the Responsible Investment Managed Funds market within Australia and New Zealand. It offers insight into the composition of this market and a short snapshot into the performance of overseas equity trusts.

This report emphasises that investors should recognise their leverage towards addressing modern slavery risks in their financial activities, including investment portfolios and their supply chains. The report is part of a wider supply chain transparency project to advocate for Modern Slavery Acts globally, by engaging governments and partnering with businesses.

Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR) is a research and shareholder advocacy organisation. ACCR focuses on engaging with investors on how listed companies, industry associations, and other entities are managing climate, labour, human rights and governance issues. ACCR is philanthropically funded, not-for-profit, and independent.