Energy Transition Working Group We provide members with the space and strategic direction to influence government policy and regulation regarding renewable energy. The group’s goal is to help unlock policy settings that will give new renewables projects the appropriate scale and risk-return profiles for investors to confidently allocate capital. Factors will include the supply, demand and exit considerations that are impacting the transition to a zero-emissions electricity system and clean exports. The sub-group was spun out of the main policy and advocacy working group in June 2023 Contact Bethany Richards Manager, Policy Email Bethany The Clean Energy Investment Landscape $52b Federal and State/Territory governments' allocation for the energy sector's transition $420b estimated private investment required to transition the National Electricity Market 6GW additional capacity required annually until 2035* *based on the least-cost national emissions pathway. Global Competition for Capital Our members are struggling to find Australian projects that meet the scale and risk-return profiles available in other markets. To help Australia become a more investable market we provide our members with a clear understanding of renewable energy supply-side opportunities across Federal and State/Territory jurisdictions. A Just Transition As we decarbonise our energy system, Australia has the opportunity to provide security for portfolios, communities and companies. This includes understanding Australia’s exposure, via the fossil fuel export industry, to global emissions-reduction efforts, and assisting emissions-intensive regions to diversify their economies. Our Areas of Focus Supply Investment opportunities may involve developing and integrating renewables into a dynamic grid and a coordinated approach to commissioning generators and batteries during the shift away from traditional constant supply. Demand Providing investors with ways to support efficient energy use, renewable energy certificates, and household energy upgrades. Exit Supporting a transition away from fossil fuels while maintaining energy supply and minimising transition risks in domestic electricity systems and global exports. Latest Energy Transition News, Resources, and Events Submission on methane accounting standards under NGERS legislation 13 May 2026 Investors rely on reported emissions data to provide an accurate picture of companies’ emissions and transition risk, to assess current and prospective investments as well as the risk to asset value. AustraliaCorporate EngagementCorporate Engagement Working GroupDecarbonising the EconomyEnergy Transition Working GroupGovernance & DisclosureMiningPolicy & Advocacy Submission: CCA Evidence Platform to Support Investors on Progress to Net Zero Submission | Bethany Richards (IGCC), Dr Kate Simmonds (IGCC), Nayanisha Samarakoon (RIAA) and Tori Huggins (RIAA). | 30 April 2026 While the government’s sector decarbonisation plans and National Adaptation Plan and National Climate Risk Assessment are positive steps towards a resilient, net-zero economy, they have been less useful in identifying how much and when climate-aligned investment is required. These documents lack short- and medium-term decarbonisation and adaptation goals and milestones, and don’t provide investment roadmaps across key sectors.Download AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyEnergy Transition Working GroupGovernance & DisclosureInvestor PracticePhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Submission: CCA Evidence Platform to Support Investors on Progress to Net Zero 4 May 2026 The Investor Group for Climate Change (IGCC) and the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) made a joint submission to the Climate Change Authority (CCA) to strongly support the development of a robust, publicly accessible progress-tracking Platform and commend the CCA for initiating this work at an important moment in Australia's climate transition. AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyEnergy Transition Working GroupGovernance & DisclosureInvestor PracticePhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Submission: Community Benefits Principles for a Future Made in Australia 10 February 2026 RIAA and IGCC welcome the Government’s focus on efforts to facilitate private investment in important projects, many of which will be required for the Australian economy to transition to net-zero carbon emissions. In addition, the Future Made in Australia (FMiA) initiative underscores the government's vital role in shaping a sustainable finance agenda, a perspective long championed by both our organisations. AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyEnergy Transition Working GroupJust TransitionPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Our $60bn Public Capital System and Climate 10 December 2025 Modernising Australia’s Specialist Investment Vehicles could complement and stimulate private investment into the country’s renewable energy system, future climate solutions, and climate resilience. AustraliaClimate Solutions & TechClimate Solutions Subworking Group EnergyEnergy Transition Working GroupPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group