Ethical Investing
What you need to know before making an ESG investment
13 November
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments are becoming more popular as people become increasingly aware of the need to consider how a company is run when making investment decisions. The goal is to generate financial returns while...[Read More]
How to align your money with your values: Ethical investing
30 October
In todayâs world, more investors are seeking not only financial returns but also alignment between their money and their values. This approach, known as ethical investing, is about choosing investments that consider environmental, social, and...[Read More]
Financial sector urged to shoot higher on climate risk
1 October
Coming clean on climate risks has proven âflawedâ as a tool to steer investment away from fossil fuels and into renewables in line with global emissions goals, environmental groups have warned. More than 50 climate finance groups from Australia...[Read More]
Is ethical investing a no brainer? 5 Questions to ask your financial adviser
18 September
Ethical investingâalso referred to as sustainable, socially responsible, or ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investingâhas grown rapidly over the past decade. More investors are seeking to align their portfolios with their personal...[Read More]
Ethical investing: what it means and how to know if itâs right for you
14 August
Ethical investing, also known as socially responsible investing (SRI) or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, is a strategy that seeks to align your investment choices with your values. Rather than simply chasing the highest...[Read More]
Heavy-hitter urges return of âworldâs bestâ carbon tax
23 July
Australia needs to bring back a carbon tax and should never have dumped the measure, an economic heavyweight says. Ex-Treasury secretary Ken Henry, now a leading environmental advocate, derided the Abbott-led coalition governmentâs decision to...[Read More]
What is ethical investing, how do I do it?
12 June
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesnât need to stay. People have become...[Read More]
Drivers could pay more tax after electric car U-turn
1 May
The cost of buying an electric vehicle could rise by thousands of dollars for some motorists if fringe benefits tax rules are changed after the election. Automotive groups warn drivers in outer metropolitan suburbs could be hit hardest by the...[Read More]
Economists send open letter opposing nuclear plan
24 April
An open letter from 60 Australian economists has rejected the coalitionâs nuclear energy plan, promoting instead the subsidising of household clean energy policies, including incentives for home battery storage. The organiser of the letter, Gareth...[Read More]
What does ethical investing mean and how does it relate to ESG investing?
10 April
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesnât need to stay. Â People have become...[Read More]
Considerations with ESG investments â what you need to know
27 March
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investments are becoming more popular as people become increasingly aware of the need to consider how a company is run when making investment decisions. The goal is to generate financial returns while...[Read More]
What is ethical investing & how does it relate to ESG investing?
6 February
Investing is typically perceived as a wealthy-only pastime with no regard for the environment or social issues. However, that is not always the case, and the old mindset of making money for its own sake doesnât need to stay. Â People have become...[Read More]
Ethical investing: what types are there plus the pros and cons
9 January
Ethical investing has been gaining prominence over the last few decades. Find out what makes it an attractive investment strategy in this post. Â The investment technique known as ethical investing prioritises the investorâs moral, religious and...[Read More]
Time running out for Australian hydrogen, green iron
17 October
Time is running out for investors in genuine clean industries, but a time-stamp for green hydrogen could track production down to the hour to prove its credentials, an inquiry has been told. Proposed Future Made in Australia laws being considered by...[Read More]
Wanted: $100m investment fund seeks green Aussie tech
9 October
A $100 million investment fund is on the lookout for Australian start-ups developing climate-friendly energy, transport and farming innovations after securing support from more than 50 companies. Virescent Ventures announced the launch of its second...[Read More]