Commentary and explainers on ethical investing, ESG and the issues that shape it.
17 Feb 2026
For decades, responsible investors have excluded armaments and weapons on ethical grounds. Today, however, the war in Ukraine, persistent instability across the globe, and shifting geopolitics are prompting a re-examination.
17 Nov 2025
Australia has set an emissions reduction target of 62–70% by 2035 as part of its net-zero-by-2050 pathway.
23 Apr 2025
As artificial intelligence adoption accelerates, so does its environmental footprint — from energy-hungry data centres to water use.
24 Oct 2024
Australia's Safeguard Mechanism places emission caps on facilities exceeding 100,000 tonnes, reshaping the role of carbon credits.
26 July 2024
Climate impacts fall hardest on low- and middle-income nations, raising complex questions for ethical investors in emerging markets.
6 May 2024
Many companies have made net-zero commitments, yet few have publicly disclosed credible, actionable transition plans.
2 Feb 2024
The first global stocktake at COP28 showed countries are collectively falling short of the Paris goals.
24 Oct 2023
ESG has escalated among executives, driven by investor expectations and mounting regulatory pressure.
18 Aug 2023
Indigenous involvement in investment and commerce is a growing focus for responsible investors.
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