Shareholders at Transurban's annual general meeting have quizzed the company over Business Council criticism of a 45% emissions target, and questioned its PwC auditor about climate risk.
One of Australia's largest super funds says it's comfortable investing in Aurizon and APA Group, even though their revenue largely comes from fossil fuels.
Many listed companies make climate risk disclosures that are too general, and they should consider following TCFD disclosure recommendations, according to a report released today by ASIC.
A new report shows Australia is far off course to meet its 2030 emissions target, and experts warn that three major federal climate policies are now incapable of delivering meaningful extra abatement.
For the first time, investors are more likely than not to have used environmental, social and governance criteria to assess their investments, according to a KPMG report released today.
An alliance of energy generators and consumers today warned that the NEG faces a now-or-never moment, and investors cautioned that serious flaws in the scheme must be fixed.
The Australian Institute of Company Directors has backed draft advice encouraging ASX-listed companies to disclose climate risk, but wants references to 'social licence' dropped.
Banks, insurers and large investors today agreed to develop a comprehensive strategy to protect Australia's financial system from sustainability risks.