Policy Platform – Australia
Sustainable finance – factoring people and the environment into capital markets, alongside financial performance – is a growing force globally.
Sustainable finance can play a key role in supporting a prosperous future for our nation, from building infrastructure and supporting affordable housing to investing in new technologies and financing the transition to net zero emissions.
A robust sustainable finance sector will ensure Australia has a strong, stable
and resilient financial system that attracts capital.
The Australian Government can commit to a future of sustainable finance by establishing a whole of government approach to embedding sustainability into the financial system and unlocking capital. This would support our national economic, social and environmental goals for a thriving and prosperous Australia.
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Our policy priorities
1. Create a national sustainable finance strategy
2. Secure a seat at the table to shape global developments
3. Build Australians’ trust in responsible investment
4. Help investors to gauge how sustainable companies really are
5. Establish Paris-aligned greenhouse gas emissions reduction trajectories and interim targets
6. Make a strong commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
7. Protect nature and our natural capital
8. Support clean technologies, especially renewable energy and electric vehicles
9. Support the rights of First Nations Peoples to self-determination and free, prior and informed consent