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Scientists urge Australia to set ‘strongest possible target’ as climate impacts accelerate

Climate Targets

Scientists urge Australia to set ‘strongest possible target’ as climate impacts accelerate

"Even a 75% cut by 2035 would align with global heating of over 2°C."

15 September 2025

Westpac promotes sustainability lead to Deputy CSO

People & Culture

Westpac promotes sustainability lead to Deputy CSO

The Australian bank recently poached BHP’s former CSO Fiona Wild to take the helm of its sustainability strategy.

25 August 2025

Mining firm IGO names new Chief People and Sustainability Officer

People & Culture

Mining firm IGO names new Chief People and Sustainability Officer

The ASX-listed firm posted revenue of A$841 million in 2024 – down 18% from the previous year.

24 June 2025

Energy retailer admits offsets ‘do not prevent or undo’ fossil fuels harms in greenwashing settlement

Energy retailer admits offsets ‘do not prevent or undo’ fossil fuels harms in greenwashing settlement

EnergyAustralia withdrew its Go Neutral product in July 2024, and says it has now “shifted its focus to direct emissions reductions”.

19 May 2025

Clorox fined US$5.2mn for misleading consumers on origin of recycled plastics

Clorox fined US$5.2mn for misleading consumers on origin of recycled plastics

The case is representative of the increased sophistication in greenwashing attempts – and growing attention to detail from regulators.

14 April 2025

Former BHP Chief Sustainability Officer joins Westpac

People & Culture

Former BHP Chief Sustainability Officer joins Westpac

Fiona Wild replaces Siobhan Toohill as Westpac CSO.

31 March 2025

Net Zero Banking Alliance exodus reaches Australia

Sustainable Finance

Net Zero Banking Alliance exodus reaches Australia

Macquarie Group has decided to end its membership.

11 February 2025

ESG reporting compliance in 2025: A global guide

ESG reporting compliance in 2025: A global guide

Which ESG reporting regulations does your company have to comply with this year?

09 January 2025

Australian firms mandated to disclose climate impacts from 2025

Policy & Standards

Australian firms mandated to disclose climate impacts from 2025

Companies will have an extra year to report on Scope 3 emissions after their first year of reporting.

16 September 2024

Qantas, Rio Tinto and BHP fund Australian carbon credit initiative

Qantas, Rio Tinto and BHP fund Australian carbon credit initiative

The new scheme aims to raise A$250 million to develop carbon projects on agricultural land.

13 August 2024