Author: Jerry

There are several key barriers preventing small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Australia and New Zealand from implementing sustainability strategies:

New Zealand’s major banks—BNZ, ANZ, ASB, Westpac, and Kiwibank—are at the forefront of sustainable finance, offering a range of products and initiatives to support the country’s transition to a low-carbon economy. These banks have committed to ambitious sustainability targets, developed specialized sustainable finance teams, and introduced various green financial products. From sustainability-linked loans to green…

In the quest for sustainability, businesses increasingly rely on three pivotal roles: the Sustainability CFO, Carbon Accountant, and Sustainability Consultant. Each plays a unique role in integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into business operations, helping companies in New Zealand and Australia meet regulatory requirements and reduce their carbon footprints. While the Sustainability CFO…

This risk assessment covers the broad emissions and operational risks SMBs may face and provides strategic focus areas for emissions reductions.

The transition to net-zero emissions presents significant physical and systemic challenges, requiring an overhaul of existing global energy systems. The McKinsey Global Institute identifies 25 key hurdles to achieving net-zero, with half of these involving complex, interconnected systems requiring systemic change. Solutions range from scaling renewable energy to rethinking industrial processes and overcoming material bottlenecks.…

This report provides a comprehensive overview of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, focusing on their definitions, importance, and the challenges associated with measuring and reporting them. While Scope 1 and 2 emissions are relatively straightforward to account for, Scope 3 emissions present significant complexities due to their indirect nature and extensive value chain involvement.…

Businesses in New Zealand and Australia, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with annual revenues between $5 million and $75 million, face several challenges that make them reluctant to fully embrace sustainability initiatives. However, this hesitation has significant implications for their long-term success and competitiveness. Let’s explore the reasons for their reluctance and the potential…

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