Net Zero Academy
The transition to a global low carbon economy is underway. Mandatory climate-related reporting is already in place for many Australian and Southeast Asian organisations, and investors and stakeholders are calling on businesses to disclose their sustainability credentials.
04.07.25
Australian Climate Transition Index
Climateworks Centre has worked with project partners to develop and launch the first ever forward looking climate transition index using dynamic climate scenarios in Australia. The Australian Climate Transition Index was jointly established by Climateworks Centre, BNP Paribas, Institutional Shareholder Services Inc (ISS ESG) and the Centre for Quantitative Finance and Investment Strategies at Monash University.
Enhancing Credible Transition Finance
The superannuation sector in Australia represents approximately AU$4 trillion of assets under management. By directing this vast pool of capital towards climate-aligned investments, Australia can do its part to limit global warming to 1.5° Celsius and position itself as a leader in the global net zero economy. Superannuation funds are regulated through the Your Future, Your Super (YFYS) annual performance test conducted by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority. Treasury’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap highlights stakeholder concerns with the YFYS performance test design, suggesting it is a key barrier to integrating climate into investment decision-making. The roadmap also indicates the Australian Government’s plan to support credible business transition planning through best practice guidance, to be published by the end of 2025. With this growing momentum in Australia, Climateworks Centre has identified two opportunities to aid the transition to a net zero economy: A climate benchmark for YFYS Performance Test The YFYS performance test benchmarks superannuation funds against relatively high-emitting indices. Enhancing Credible Transition Finance proposes an optional, alternative set of ‘climate transition indices’ for superannuation funds to adopt in the annual performance test. This will ensure superannuation funds act in the best financial interest of their members while meeting their net zero 2050 commitments.
04.06.25
Net Zero Industrial Precincts
Net zero industrial precincts (NZIPs) are a major opportunity to ensure industries – and the communities they support – remain competitive in a decarbonised world.
Net Zero Cities
Transitioning Australian cities to net zero is crucial to reducing carbon emissions, protecting its citizens from major climate change impacts, increasing access to nature and increasing livability for those who live, work and visit our cities.
Transport Pathways to Net Zero
It’s time for Australia to diversify its transport decarbonisation solutions to reach net zero and reap the rewards of a cleaner transport sector.
Renovation Pathways
The key time to improve energy performance of existing homes is when renovating — by adding in upgrades for improved energy performance, safer indoor temperatures, and lowered energy bills.
Natural Capital Investment Initiative
Recognising Australia’s natural resources as assets can help drive investment that sustains the country’s food security and biodiversity. The widespread adoption of innovative and sustainable land practices relies on measuring and valuing environmental ‘assets’ to encourage the adoption of best practices.
19.04.21
Land Use Futures
Transforming Australia’s food and land use system is vital to address and adapt to climate change. The world faces an enormous challenge to sustainably provide healthy food for a growing population, while also addressing and adapting to climate change.
08.10.19
Built environment
Over half of the buildings standing in 2050 will be constructed from today onwards. In Australia, the built environment accounts for almost a quarter of our emissions.