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 Imperfect data no barrier to progress on better sustainability practicesImperfect data should not be the enemy of progress by private debt providers in bringing more sustainable practices to Australian businesses.  Montreal - Biodiversity's Paris moment?COP15 will be biodiversity's 'line in the sand' - this is our opportunity to reverse nature loss and the investment industry can play its part.  Bipartisan backing of climate policy holds key to Australia's futureRecently I took part in a roundtable debate on Australia's climate-change policies with New South Wales Senator Andrew Bragg and fellow fund management ...  ESG and impact are different - and we need bothThere is a great deal of consternation among retail and professional investors alike when it comes to incorporating environmental, social, and governance ...  Carbon credits: do they deserve a place in your investment portfolio?The carbon credit market is an emerging asset class. While the market is relatively small, it is rapidly maturing and expected to grow substantially as ...  What advisers must consider when contemplating ESG funds for clientsGreenwashing is not just driven by businesses and funds looking to burnish their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) credentials to win favour ...  Climate action a top priority for investment communityA decade of climate policy malaise in Canberra has not stopped Australian investors from responding to the threat of climate change.  Net zero buildings open investment opportunities in key sectorsImproving the energy efficiency of buildings is key to global decarbonisation. So far adoption of sustainable technologies has been slow, but is now accelerating.  Consumers want to see themselves reflected in their investmentsWhen ordering a coffee, a barista will ask whether you'd like oat milk, almond milk, soy or dairy. When it comes to financial advice though, some advisers ... |
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