Companies need to ensure their statements about climate change and ESG aren't misleading, ASIC warned today, while a new survey shows many directors remain unconcerned about climate risk. Read more...
Investors are preparing to launch a nature equivalent of the powerful global Climate Action 100+ alliance, and have warned Australian companies that their biodiversity disclosures are inadequate. Read more...
GrainCorp is investigating building solar farms on some of its land, and sees potential in plant-based proteins and seaweed animal feeds, according to its latest sustainability report. Read more...
In a shift that will have ramifications for many of its customers, Westpac has signalled the management of nature-related risks is an issue of rising concern. Read more...
Sales of Brickworks' carbon neutral-certified bricks grew significantly in FY21, and its fossil gas efficiency has improved markedly, according to its latest sustainability report. Read more...
* Nickel miner investigates carbon capture, to seek new ERF method
* Cement industry examines decarbonisation pathways
* Six mining and agricultural tyre companies join stewardship scheme Read more...
* Business Council rejects using stockpiled credits to help meet 2030 target
* Labor sets credibility tests for Coalition's climate reset
* Cooper Energy offsets operational emissions, reports large 'scope 3' increase Read more...
* Origin Energy cuts Eraring emissions by 4%, almost doubles fly-ash re-use
* Telstra ramps up use of local credits, investigates scope 3 emissions
* Victoria assessing all water options to fill coal mine pits Read more...
BHP's capital expenditure on decarbonisation could reach $5.4 billion over the years to 2030, and the company is playing a key role in developing a new Business Council climate policy. Read more...
In a further sign of the growing importance of ESG issues, a Footprint analysis has identified a large increase in public companies issuing sustainability reports this reporting season. Read more...
