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ESG regulation is evolving fast. Whether it’s mandatory sustainability-related reporting, modern slavery regulations, or circular economy laws – what exactly do practitioners need to know?
In this episode, Andrew Peterson joins FS Sustainability senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of ESG regulation.
The CEO of the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA), Andrew brings an abundance of expertise on mandatory sustainability reporting, business leadership in sustainable development, circular economy practices, and more.
Tune in for a comprehensive update on national and global laws and standards, and how to better navigate an ever-evolving regulatory environment.
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When it comes to investing, information really is everything.
Finding the right ESG investment product that delivers returns alongside positive impact, while side-stepping potential greenwash or unethical business practices can be a rocky road – whether you’re an institutional investor, a wholesale investor, or a financial advisor.
Here to shine a light on the right path is Aman Ramrakha. With almost two decades of experience leading research across banking, ratings, and governance solutions, Aman is the new executive director of research at Rainmaker Information.
In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Aman to unpack the evolution of ESG investing research – from early genesis into the future and the harnessing of artificial intelligence (AI).
Rainmaker Group is owned by ISS STOXX, publisher of FS Sustainability.
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When it comes to ESG, there are so many acronyms. From TCFD to ISSB, GRI and GSSB. But today, we are talking about reporting against the TNFD – that is, the Taskforce on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures.
In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Tony Goldner, executive director of the TNFD, to talk about business risks, opportunities, dependencies, and impacts on nature, and how these might impact on the portfolio.
With nature-positive the new buzzword at the top end of town, nature-related data is no longer a CSR issue. It is a risk management issue that has the potential to disrupt business plans, cash flows, and returns to investors.
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Around one in six (18%) people in Australia live with a disability – around 4.4 million people – and roughly 90% of those have ‘invisible’ or ‘hidden’ disabilities.
Australians living with a disability have so much to offer organisations. From longer employee retention and fewer workers’ compensation claims to better leadership styles, disability inclusion has emerged as the missing puzzle piece in DEI and ESG investing.
Yet, people with disabilities are employed at a rate 30% lower than the general population. So why are so many organisations so slow in engaging disability in their operations and culture?
On this episode of The Greener Way, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass chats with Corene Strauss, CEO of the Australian Disability Network and former CEO of Special Olympics Australia, about why inclusion matters – both for responsible investors, and the bottom line.
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Last week the Australian Federal Budget 2024-25 was handed down, coinciding with Sydney’s inaugural Climate Action Week.
In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Tim Buckley, founder and director of Climate Energy Finance, a public interest pro bono think tank that produces research and analysis on accelerating the global energy transition.
With more than three decades of financial market experience, Tim is a highly influential commentator on decarbonisation and sustainable finance.
Does the 2024-25 Budget pave a greener way for Australia’s clean energy future? What does a realistic road to net zero looks like? What are the key takeaways from Sydney’s first ever Climate Week?
Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to unpack these questions and more.
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In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Simon Gvalda, manager of the ESG and Responsible Investment Recruitment team at Kaizen Recruitment, which recently released its much-awaited salary guide for ESG roles in 2024.
Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass as we sit down with Simon to get career tips and advice on job hunting and promotions.
We'll also ask the question on everyone’s lips: how much are ESG professionals earning?
Let’s talk recruitment trends, the key skills that candidates must develop, the impact of the pandemic and work-from-home on an emerging workforce, and whether ESG roles are still in high demand in 2024.
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In the midst of massive change for the industry, both companies and financiers are grappling with what to do next.
To help practitioners navigate changing tides, the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia (RIAA) held a conference in Sydney last week, where more than 800 attendees had the opportunity to learn from – and network with – the best and brightest, and several new roadmaps and initiatives were unveiled.
We interrupt our scheduled programming for a bonus episode to debrief on the conference and break down the key takeaways – including fund flows, data, AI, greenwashing, nature, and DEI – for those who weren’t able to make it (or those who want a recap).
To discuss, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass is joined in the studio by FS Sustainability and Money magazine director of media – Michelle Baltazar.
FS Sustainability, the producer of this podcast, was the media partner for the event.
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This episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Sarah Clawson, Global Head of Investor Relations at New Forests – an international investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies.
Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass and explore forestry investment, as well as best practice approach to generating returns while prioritising ESG principles.
We discuss sustainable landscape management, carbon credits integrity, and First Nations engagement policy and philosophy.
Sarah just completed a trip to New Forest’s newly opened office in Africa; she discusses the firm’s global approach and regional differences across Australia and New Zealand, Asia, the US, and Africa.
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When it comes to advancing outcomes for First Nations Peoples, economic empowerment, accessibility, and financial literacy are at the fore.
In this episode of The Greener Way, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass is joined by Phil Usher, a proud Wiradjuri man, born and raised on Gomeroi country. He serves as CEO of Australia’s only national Indigenous financial wellbeing provider, the First Nations Foundation.
Phil is on a mission to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities emerge from the effects of historical exclusion and oppression, empowering Community to deconstruct and unpack their relationship with money.
Cultural competency is vital for finance and business to better engage with First Nations Peoples. The foundation is also equipping professionals with the cultural tools they need to ensure they safeguard respect and effective engagement through this process.
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In this episode of The Greener Way, we welcome to the show Erin Remblance – founder of (re)bBiz and Project Tipping Point.
Erin runs programs teaching professionals how implementing the theories of de-growth and post-growth economics into their business strategies can address the ecological and climate crises.
FS Sustainability senior journalist and host, Rose Mary Petrass, chats with Erin all about regenerative and sustainable systems, the concept of social tipping points, and the importance of partnering with First Nations organisations.
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Today, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Sharon Davis, Executive Director of Investments at Future Super, a superfund that invests for a fossil fuel free future with no coal, oil and gas holdings, and an ethos rooted in ethical investment with a focus on clean energy and social impact projects.
The pair chat impact investing, stewardship (proxy voting and engagements), and how to approach divesting from fossil fuels while at the same time ensuring the fiduciary duty of long-term returns for members.
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In the wake of the Qantas and ongoing Boeing scandals, investors – and the public – are asking questions on corporate governance, risk management, and ethical conduct.
Today we chat with Megan Motto, CEO of the Governance Institute of Australia - a professional association for company secretaries, governance advisers and risk managers.
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing is embroiled in a quality control scandal that included doors blowing off mid-flight and allegations of defects at a key supplier; while Qantas deals with the fallout of its CEOs Alan Joyces quitting in September following intense scrutiny from the national consumer watchdog for selling tickets on flights that didn’t exist.
On the show today, Motto discusses how communication, transparency, and accountability, can safeguard trust, confidence, and company success.
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In this episode of The Greener Way, host Rose Mary Petrass welcomes sustainability expert John Pabon to discuss the importance of international collaboration in combating greenwashing. They discuss cultural attitudes, consumer awareness, and regulatory frameworks around greenwashing, and dissect Australia's new climate reporting laws and its impact on corporate transparency. John's book The Great Greenwashing: How brands, governments, and influencers are lying to you, has just launched in the UK, North America, and Singapore.
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On this episode of the Greener Way, we’re talking sustainability and intersectionality with Kylie Porter, Group Head of Sustainability, SunRice Group.
Kylie has worked across a wide variety of organisations, but always at the intersection of the E the S and the G in sustainability.
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Joining us for this conversation on The Greener Way is Brighter Super head of Aussie equities and ESG Fiona Mann to talk about the fund’s approach to ESG and what high performance means in a variety of settings and professions.
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On today's episode, we are talking to the multi-hyphenate sustainability and responsible investment leader Fiona Reynolds about the intersection of the E and the S and why it matters for business.
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Our guest today has been a leading voice in the economic case for managing climate change since before net zero was a thing. In addition to authoring two landmark papers on climate change and Australia’s future in 2008 and 2011, Ross Garnaut was the principal economic adviser to Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke from 1983 to 1985, and Australian Ambassador to China from 1985 to 1988.
Now he and former ACCC chair Rod Sims have launched the Superpower Institute, which is designed to provide analysis to help Australia take advantage of the economic opportunities of the post-carbon world.
Ross Garnaut explains the mission of the Superpower Institute and why he still believes Australia isn’t a pissant country when it comes to managing climate change.
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What’s on the sustainability agenda for Australia’s publicly listed companies? Every Year, Perennial Better Futures takes the temperature of a wide range of companies to answer just that question, and on this episode, we’re talking with Emilie O’Neill, co-head of ESG and equities analyst of the Perennial Better Future Trust on the results of their 2024 survey and how those results shape their conversations with companies.
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In this episode brought to you by Igneo Infrastructure Partners, part of First Sentier Investors, we’re talking poles, wires and utilities – the infrastructure sector. Infrastructure is one of those asset classes that is heavily exposed to the risks of climate change, but which is also key to decarbonizing our global economy. Joining us to talk about what that means for an investment strategy is Niall Mills, Igneo’s managing partner and head of global infrastructure investments.
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We’re well into the beginning of 2024, so it’s a good time to look back at what happened in sustainability in 2023 and what the big events and trends will be this year. Joining us for this conversation is Julia Leske, senior consultant ESG strategy at ISS ESG. ISS STOXX is the owner of both ISS ESG and ISS Media, publisher of this podcast.
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