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RIAA warns against 'overly prescriptive' sustainable labels

The Responsible Investment Association of Australasia (RIAA) has warned of serious risks posed by "overly rigid" sustainable investment product labels, as a government consultation closes.

Australian Senate backs mandatory climate reporting

The Australian Senate has formally passed legislation requiring mandatory climate reporting for large businesses and asset managers, to be introduced from 1 January 2025.

Feedback sought on first draft of Australian taxonomy

The Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI) has opened a public consultation on the first draft of its proposed taxonomy, including its headline ambitions and first three priority areas.

Australian government wins investor group praise for climate funding

Investor groups have welcomed a AUD22.7 billion ($15.1 billion) funding package the Australian government has pledged to support the transition to net zero, development of sustainability fund labels and tackling 'greenwashing'.

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