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Keeping Up With ESG In Australia – August 2025

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Our monthly ESG bulletin provides a targeted snapshot of key developments we see as reflecting the "must know" trends in the Australian market.

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Our monthly ESG bulletin provides a targeted snapshot of key developments we see as reflecting the "must know" trends in the Australian market. In this edition, we spotlight developments in government climate action and regulation.

Key highlights

  1. In the spotlight: Developments in government obligations in relation to climate change
    1. Federal Court finds Commonwealth does not owe a climate change duty of care to Torres Strait Islanders
    2. ICJ releases Advisory Opinion on State climate change obligations
    3. Implementation of Government obligations in Australia
  2. Sustainable finance reforms updates
    1. Treasury consults on guidance on voluntary climate-related transition planning

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