Sustainability

Today’s sustainability challenges are complex and evolving.​ To address them we urgently need brave thinking that will drive action for a new economy - one where business, people and planet thrive. ​

EY teams are committed to building the confidence to act.

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The Impact Series: urgent need for global action on sustainability

Sustainability impacts affects us all. Some communities are greatly impacted, while others have a great impact. EY teams work with both. Watch the videos.

How will climate transition planning empower you to shape the future?

The sixth EY Climate Action Barometer shows an increase in companies reporting on climate but falling short of carbon ambitions. Learn more.

Emma Herd + 1

Preparing climate-related financial disclosures in the new era of sustainability reporting, March 2025

In this webcast, we discuss the development of our EY illustrative climate-related financial disclosures report and the common challenges and areas we see as requiring early planning.

    Driving impact to 2030 and beyond

    There are just five years to milestone targets for nature, the environment and sustainable development. EY teams joined governments, policymakers, NGOs, citizens and businesses at key global forums to help inform and accelerate public and private sector action in meeting climate, nature and international goals.

    Read The Climate and Nature Agenda: COP16 and COP29 Key Takeaways

    How will action today shape the future of climate and nature?

    The EY Global Environment Strategy outlines how we are managing our environmental impact between FY25 and the end of FY30.

    Download the PDF
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    Our latest thinking

    Key elements in ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 280: what you need to consider when preparing your sustainability reporting

    Explore the key elements in ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 280

    Glenn Brady + 1

    How can investors balance short-term demands with long-term value?

    Read the EY 2024 Institutional Investor Survey, which highlights a pronounced gap between what investors say and do when considering sustainability.

    Dr. Matthew Bell + 1

    Global voluntary carbon market outlook 2024

    As the costs of carbon credits rise, business leaders need clear decarbonisation strategies, with carbon credits supporting a smooth transition to net zero.

    Dr. Steve Hatfield-Dodds + 2

    How can boards bridge the gap between sustainability ambition and action?

    EY spoke to CFOs, CSOs and board members – read on to hear from six global leaders closing the gap between sustainability ambition and action.

    Amy Brachio + 1

    How can adopting regenerative principles unlock a sustainable future?

    A sustainable future for all is within reach if we transition urgently toward a regenerative economy founded on five guiding principles. Find out how.

    Dr. Matthew Bell + 1

    How private boards unlock value by elevating risk management

    Private boards can unlock value by elevating risk management. Learn more.

    Ken Marshall

    How to drive value beyond ESG reporting

    In this webcast, panelists discuss how to prepare for the next steps of your sustainability transformation. Learn more.

    How can CFOs uncover the material among the immaterial

    The EY Global Corporate Reporting Survey finds a significant reporting disconnect with investors on ESG disclosures. Learn more.

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      The team

      Mathew Nelson

      EY Regional Chief Sustainability Officer, Oceania
      Leading a purpose-driven team that shares a common passion for creating positive impact. Workplace diversity and equality advocate. Engineer. Father of two boys. Australian Football League fan.
      Melbourne, AUS

      Rebecca Dabbs

      EY Regional Climate Change and Sustainability Services Leader, Oceania | Sustainability Disclosure Hub Co-lead
      Transforming the way businesses are thinking about health and safety. Passionate about helping women succeed. Accountant turned health and safety professional. Role model. Mother to two children.
      Melbourne, AUS

      Emma Herd

      EY Net Zero Centre Co-Leader, Partner, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Experienced in tackling climate risks and opportunities. Strong advocate for carbon policy. All about real world sustainable finance and business solutions. Pragmatic optimist.
      Sydney, AUS

      Adam Carrel

      Partner, Climate Change & Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Passionate about climate change and sustainability. Sports enthusiast.
      Perth, AUS

      Alexandra Banks

      Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Determined sustainability problem solver. Believer in sustainable transformation. Passionate advocate for a more just, fair and sustainable world for all. Any forest is my favorite place.
      Sydney, AUS

      Terence Jeyaretnam

      EY Asia-Pacific Area Climate Change and Sustainability Services Leader
      Change maker. Sustainability adviser. Networker and connector. Reconciliation leader. Board member and academic contributor. Karate sensei and basketballer.
      Melbourne, AUS

      Meg Fricke

      Co-lead, Sustainability Disclosure Hub | Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Environmental scientist and economist passionate about transforming and integrating sustainability into business strategy, building robust and transparent disclosures and making the world work better.
      Melbourne, AUS

      Fiona Hancock

      Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Climate change leader, passionate about decarbonisation. Engineer, women in STEM advocate, vigneron and amateur ceramicist.
      Adelaide, AUS

      Nicky Landsbergen

      Sustainability Disclosure Hub Co-lead |Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Australia
      Passionate sustainability professional, transforming the way business values its connection to society and the environment. Always searching for a new destination to discover.
      Sydney, AUS

      Patrick Miller

      Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Ernst & Young, Australia
      Corporate sustainability professional with over 10 years’ experience in non-financial assurance and reporting, work health and safety and environmental management systems.
      Melbourne, AUS

      Ruth Ahchow

      EY Regional, Sustainability Government Leader, Oceania; Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Ernst & Young, Australia
      Mother of three boys, authentic, passion for productive and sustainable agriculture, an economic, policy and regulatory professional, solves problems by combining quantitative and qualitative analysis.
      Melbourne, AUS
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