Reporting ready: Preparing for assurance of climate-related disclosures

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Australian companies are approaching the era of mandatory reporting and assurance over climate-related financial information. Achieving limited and/or reasonable assurance will require additional effort. Readiness is crucial.

The introduction of a mandatory climate-related financial disclosure regime in Australia (for financial years starting on or after 1 January 2025) will require companies to have their climate-related information assured, perhaps for the first time.

Reporting ready: preparing for assurance of climate-related disclosures explores:

  • How companies can prepare for assurance
  • The expectations for limited and reasonable assurance
  • The role of the chief financial officer (CFO) and the board in preparing for assurance

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How EY can help

The EY Sustainability Disclosure Hub offers practical guidance to assist companies across the region prepare for mandatory reporting of climate and sustainability-related reporting. Please reach out to the team to explore the implications of assurance over proposed mandatory climate-related disclosures.

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