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Carbon neutral vs net zero: What it means for investors

Working towards net zero, and being carbon neutral, are two distinct approaches to taking action on climate change. The problem is that the terms are often used interchangeably, but they’re very different. 

From emissions measurement to management for private market investors

Sustainability and climate-related financial disclosure requirements, in line with the ISSB standards, will soon be mandatory for private investors in Australia and globally. For investors, this means that measuring and managing financed emissions –...

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol: Why it matters for investors

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol – or the GHG Protocol – is an internationally recognised accounting tool developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). It presents the founding...

Greenwash vs ambition: Reflections on the dilemma for investors

Pathzero recently attended the Investor Group on Climate Change’s (IGCC) annual Climate Change and Investment Summit, a forum for leading investment experts working towards a decarbonised economy.  

ISSB Explained: What do the new ISSB standards mean for asset owners?

In this article, we’ll explore what the new ISSB standards mean for asset owners, and considerations to assist in preparing for the potential rollout of new mandatory sustainability and climate reporting in Australia.

ISSB Explained: Key benefits of ISSB standards for opportunity-driven asset managers

The new ISSB standards are set to consolidate the world’s fragmented sustainability disclosure landscape. We’ve identified likely benefits for asset managers that use an opportunity-first mindset in navigating the new standards.

ISSB Explained: Better information for better investment outcomes

The ISSB’s new standards mark the next significant leap in sustainability-related disclosures in capital markets worldwide. In this introductory guide, we look at what the ISSB is, its standards, and why they matter for investors.

TCFD Explained: The benchmark for climate-related financial disclosure

The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) helps financial institutions to make better informed decisions on capital allocation. In this introductory guide, we explore TCFD and its global influence.

PCAF Explained: Guiding financial institutions on emissions reporting

The Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) Standard is custom-made to help financial institutions to accurately and consistently measure and report financed emissions.

Scope 3 and financed emissions explained

Carbon accounting is evolving rapidly, and major progress is being made in how financial institutions measure and manage scope 3 emissions, especially their financed emissions.

Seizing the decarbonisation opportunity: 6 learnings

Pathzero recently attended the AVCJ Private Equity & Venture Forum for Australia and New Zealand, where asset owners and asset managers met to exchange ideas and discuss the latest industry developments affecting investors in private capital. 

Embedding climate risk into the investment lifecycle – 4 learnings

Explore key learnings from the first Australian Investment Council for 2023 on how asset owners and managers can embed climate considerations into investment decision making.

The definitive guide to financed emissions

In this guide we break down the opportunities behind measuring and reporting financed emissions, the key challenges, and the steps to get started.

Carney Emphasises Importance of "Real" Emissions Data in GreenFin Keynote

The financial industry faces a big shift before the end of the decade, with investment firms facing pressure from multiple stakeholders to decarbonise investment portfolios.The need for firms to take action now was one of the themes in the keynote...

AVCJ Private Equity & Venture Forum in Sydney Makes a Strong Case for Net Zero Portfolios

Explore five top themes from the panel discussion ‘ESG Hard Talk: Transitioning Portfolios to Net Zero Emissions’, at the Private Equity & Venture Capital Forum Australia and NZ, hosted by AVCJ.

Why it's worth paying for verified carbon offsets

When outsourcing any tasks or services, paying to ensure high quality and insurance of action is critical, and therefore worth the extra expense. If your organisation is looking to purchase and finance carbon offset projects as part of your journey...

Emission Scopes Explained

Businesses are beginning to recognise the urgencyin reducing their environmental impact.Whilst this recognition is important and a great first step, the largerquestion remains, how can businesses reduce their emissions in a way that is quick and...

Why measure your carbon footprint?

Organisations are beginning to truly comprehend the climate emergency at hand and are wanting to act. However, in order to take stepsthat work towards combating this issue, you must first understand the nature and extent of your impact.