On Monday 26 June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released its inaugural sustainability standards, designed to provide a global baseline of sustainability- and climate- related disclosures for the capital markets.
Further, on Tuesday 27 June 2023, the Australian Treasury released its second consultation on climate-related financial disclosures.
A Client Director in Pitcher Partners Melbourne’s superannuation consulting and advisory practice, Brad has specialised in superannuation for over 20 years. He has worked in both the private and public sectors, including providing policy and technical advice to a range of government bodies and projects. Brad advises a broad client base including private business owners, […]
Every business is already impacted by climate change and the national and global move to a more decarbonised economy. As we respond to climate change, even small to medium size businesses will feel the effects on their business models, supply chains, risk management and attitudes of customers and staff. This is particularly the case for businesses whose customers include larger businesses or emission generating businesses, who will have to understand and report on the emissions of their suppliers.
As the world emerges from the pandemic crisis, regulatory authorities are once again turning their attention to compliance matters.
In December 2022, Treasury released a consultation paper seeking initial views on the Government’s commitment of the disclosure of climate-related financial risks and opportunities in Australia.
Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity was more subdued in 2022 following the frenzy of activity in 2021. Despite the challenging conditions, dealmakers remain upbeat about Australia’s overall deal prospects and mid-market opportunities in the year ahead.
Renewable energy transition the future of Hunter region. Australia’s mission towards net zero has begun in earnest and Newcastle and the wider Hunter region will be central to shaping the energy transition.
If you are looking for a digital native, you won’t find them sitting on the board of most Australian companies.
As we approach a well-deserved holiday break, purpose driven organisations will be looking forward to the new year with many wondering ’What does the coming year hold?’ While we may not hold a crystal ball, there are some common considerations that appear to be holding centre stage for not-for-profit organisations as they look to 2023.
Long before addressing environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues became a global movement, the concept of corporate social responsibility had begun to enter the lexicon of the board room.
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