Substantiating Sustainability and Climate Transition: Addressing Greenwashing and Hushing

In today's regulatory landscape, disclosing robust governance, strategy, and metrics on sustainability, climate, and nature is crucial. This transparency is essential not only to meet regulatory requirements but also to satisfy the disclosure needs of investors and customers, and to maintain a strong competitive position. However, communicating these efforts without falling into the trap of greenwashing presents a significant challenge for both internal and external stakeholders. The common approach of saying less to avoid scrutiny sacrifices the strategic benefits and transparency that stakeholders demand.

This webinar will explore effective strategies to overcome disclosure concerns and ensure genuine, impactful sustainability communications. Key discussion points will include:

1. Legislation and Reporting Requirements: An overview of Australia's mandatory reporting requirements, with comparisons to APAC and global regimes.
2. Legal Aspects and Greenwashing: Examination of the legal implications of mandatory reporting and greenwashing, including notable cases in Australia.
3. Board-Level Discussions: Insights into the compliance versus performance lens for sustainability strategy at the board level.
4. Effective Sustainability Reporting: Best practices for sustainability reporting, addressing key audiences, and common pitfalls to avoid. Introduction to the double materiality assessment process and the importance of starting early in your sustainability journey.
5. Communications and Brand Strategy: Strategies for effective communication and brand positioning to ensure your sustainability efforts are perceived as genuine and impactful.

Join us to learn how to navigate the complexities of sustainability disclosure and enhance your organisation's transparency and credibility.