Sustainable finance is reshaping how the built environment adapts and invests in our collective future. The impetus to act is immediate; with climate targets, regulatory and investor expectations, organisations that move now will be best placed to capture opportunities, manage risk and lead in the transition to a low carbon economy.
 

This comprehensive short course is designed to unpack these shifts and equip you with practical tools and insights you can apply in your role.

In this session, you will:

• Gain a clear overview of the Sustainable Finance Guide, the role of reporting, and the development of the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards.

• Hear a real-world case study of how the Sustainable Finance Guide has been applied to deliver positive outcomes.

• Explore the Australian Sustainable Finance Taxonomy a clear, locally tailored classification system for green and transition finance. You’ll learn what it is, how it works, and its specific relevance to construction and existing buildings.

• Understand emerging terminology and opportunities from the banking sector and what they mean for the future of sustainable investment.

• Take part in a panel discussion featuring experts from across the sector, including those working in building performance, finance and sustainability frameworks.

Learning outcomes:

• Clear, practical insights into sustainable finance

• An understanding of the new taxonomy and how it is shaping investment decisions

• Insights into real world examples and opportunities you can apply in your own work

Who should attend:
Sustainability practitioners and other non-finance professionals eager to understand how finance is mobilised for sustainability and how these tools apply to their work.

Join our experts: 

• Magali Wardle, Acting Director, NABERS

• Jack Manning, Environment Manager, QIC

• Speaker from National Australia Bank TBC

• Speaker from ASFI TBC

• Jamie Wallis, Senior Manager Buildings, Fitouts & Performance, Green Building Council of Australia

• Jeff Oatman, Head of Collaboration and Membership, Green Building Council of Australia