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The go-to source for research, resources, and insights advancing sustainable finance.

What is Altiorem?

Altiorem is a community-built, not-for-profit library and knowledge hub for finance professionals seeking reliable, practical resources on sustainable finance and ESG.

Information on sustainable finance is often difficult to find or apply in practice. We help by curating and creating credible, high-quality resources on topics like responsible investing, climate, human rights, and reporting, to support better decisions and a more sustainable financial system.

Is Altiorem for you?

Do you work in finance — or influence how it works?
Do you believe in the role of finance in solving social and environmental challenges?
Are you building your knowledge of sustainable finance, responsible investing, or ESG?

How Altiorem works

Altiorem’s library brings together impact-driven organisations, expert-led resources, practical tools, and research summaries focused on sustainable finance.

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Understanding climate finance for resilient infrastructure

Expert Guide for: Banking and financing, Impact Investment, Investment, All finance
Climate finance is crucial for resilient infrastructure that adapts to climate risks. This guide explores mobilising finance, balancing adaptation and mitigation, innovative mechanisms, and addressing country-specific challenges, while assessing risks and barriers. It offers strategies to overcome obstacles and promote impactful, sustainable infrastructure investments.
Expert guide
3 March 2025

RIAA Conference Australia 2025 Resource Companion

This article provides curated, complimentary resources to accompany each session of the RIAA 2025 Conference, supporting deeper engagement with the topics discussed.
Article
27 May 2025

Impact economies tractions and trends: Insights from 34 GSG National Partners

GSG Impact
This report presents insights from 34 national ecosystems advancing impact investing. It highlights trends in policy, capital mobilisation, and transparency, showing governments and institutions integrating social and environmental outcomes into investment strategies. It tracks growth in green finance, outcome-based funding, and investment readiness across emerging and developed economies.
Research
13 May 2025

The board playbook: Winning strategies for long-term value creation

FCLTGlobal
This report outlines strategies for corporate boards to foster long-term value creation. It highlights the need for tailored governance, alignment between boards and management, and adaptive practices across geographies. Practical toolkits support board effectiveness through strategic focus, risk management, and director development.
Research
10 May 2025

The state of 'S' reporting in ESG: Locating opportunities for unlocking corporate social impact

Centre for Social Impact
This report analyses how ASX100 and leading private companies disclose social topics in ESG reporting. It identifies gaps in external impact measurement and highlights opportunities to standardise disclosures. Most reporting focuses on internal workforce issues, with less emphasis on value chain impacts and community engagement.
Research
29 May 2025

Centre for Social Impact

Academic Institutions
The Centre for Social Impact (CSI) is a collaboration between Swinburne University of Technology, Flinders University, University of New South Wales, and University of Western Australia. CSI provides education, research, and practical tools to drive positive social change across Australia. Its offerings include postgraduate courses, capability-building resources, and initiatives like Amplify Social Impact.
Organisation
1 research item

Chartered Accountants Australia + New Zealand

Finance Industry Groups
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) supports accounting professionals through education, regulation and advocacy. It offers qualifications, professional development and industry insights. CA ANZ maintains high ethical and technical standards across Australia and New Zealand. Visit to explore membership, resources, events and guidance for accounting and finance professionals.
Organisation
3 research items

V-Square Quantitative Management

Commercial Organisations
V-Square Quantitative Management (V-Square) is a global asset manager specialising in quantitative investment strategies with a focus on sustainability. Registered with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, V-Square offers customised solutions including thematic investing, ESG integration, and factor-based strategies. Their approach leverages data-driven models to identify market inefficiencies and long-term value opportunities.
Organisation

Find resources by SDG's

No Poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere
01

Zero Hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
02

Good Health and Well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
03

Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
04

Gender Equality

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
05

Clean Water and Sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
06

Affordable and Clean Energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
07

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
08

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
09

Reduced Inequality

Reduce inequality within and among countries
10

Sustainable Cities and Communities

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
11

Responsible Consumption and Production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
12

Climate Action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
13

Life Below Water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
14

Life on Land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
15

Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
16

Partnerships to Achieve the Goal

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
17

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