The Greener Way FS Sustainability

ESG regulation is evolving fast. Whether it’s mandatory sustainability-related reporting, modern slavery regulations, or circular economy laws – what exactly do practitioners need to know?
In this episode, Andrew Peterson joins FS Sustainability senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of ESG regulation.
The CEO of the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia (BCSDA), Andrew brings an abundance of expertise on mandatory sustainability reporting, business leadership in sustainable development, circular economy practices, and more.
Tune in for a comprehensive update on national and global laws and standards, and how to better navigate an ever-evolving regulatory environment. 

When it comes to investing, information really is everything.
Finding the right ESG investment product that delivers returns alongside positive impact, while side-stepping potential greenwash or unethical business practices can be a rocky road – whether you’re an institutional investor, a wholesale investor, or a financial advisor. 
Here to shine a light on the right path is Aman Ramrakha. With almost two decades of experience leading research across banking, ratings, and governance solutions, Aman is the new executive director of research at Rainmaker Information.
In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Aman to unpack the evolution of ESG investing research – from early genesis into the future and the harnessing of artificial intelligence (AI).
Rainmaker Group is owned by ISS STOXX, publisher of FS Sustainability.

When it comes to ESG, there are so many acronyms. From TCFD to ISSB, GRI and GSSB. But today, we are talking about reporting against the TNFD – that is, the Taskforce on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures.
In this episode, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass sits down with Tony Goldner, executive director of the TNFD, to talk about business risks, opportunities, dependencies, and impacts on nature, and how these might impact on the portfolio.
With nature-positive the new buzzword at the top end of town, nature-related data is no longer a CSR issue. It is a risk management issue that has the potential to disrupt business plans, cash flows, and returns to investors. 

Around one in six (18%) people in Australia live with a disability – around 4.4 million people – and roughly 90% of those have ‘invisible’ or ‘hidden’ disabilities.
Australians living with a disability have so much to offer organisations. From longer employee retention and fewer workers’ compensation claims to better leadership styles, disability inclusion has emerged as the missing puzzle piece in DEI and ESG investing.
Yet, people with disabilities are employed at a rate 30% lower than the general population. So why are so many organisations so slow in engaging disability in their operations and culture?
On this episode of The Greener Way, senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass chats with Corene Strauss, CEO of the Australian Disability Network and former CEO of Special Olympics Australia, about why inclusion matters – both for responsible investors, and the bottom line. 

Last week the Australian Federal Budget 2024-25 was handed down, coinciding with Sydney’s inaugural Climate Action Week.
In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Tim Buckley, founder and director of Climate Energy Finance, a public interest pro bono think tank that produces research and analysis on accelerating the global energy transition.
With more than three decades of financial market experience, Tim is a highly influential commentator on decarbonisation and sustainable finance.
Does the 2024-25 Budget pave a greener way for Australia’s clean energy future? What does a realistic road to net zero looks like? What are the key takeaways from Sydney’s first ever Climate Week?
Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass to unpack these questions and more.

In this episode of The Greener Way, we hear from Simon Gvalda, manager of the ESG and Responsible Investment Recruitment team at Kaizen Recruitment, which recently released its much-awaited salary guide for ESG roles in 2024.
Join senior journalist and host Rose Mary Petrass as we sit down with Simon to get career tips and advice on job hunting and promotions.
We'll also ask the question on everyone’s lips: how much are ESG professionals earning?
Let’s talk recruitment trends, the key skills that candidates must develop, the impact of the pandemic and work-from-home on an emerging workforce, and whether ESG roles are still in high demand in 2024.