Investor Practice Working Group The working group develops investors’ abilities to facilitate the transition to a net zero emissions economy. We work closely with global investor networks, bringing the latest international developments to the working group sessions. The group also provides; access to local and international experts; a forum to keep updating the Net Zero Investment Framework; opportunity for peer-to-peer learning and knowledge sharing; and the latest technical guidance on aligning portfolios to net zero. Co-Chairs Claire Molinari Head of ESG, CareSuper Guneet Rana Executive Manager Responsible Investment, Colonial First State Contact Duncan Paterson Director of Investor Practice, Investor Group on Climate Change Practical Outcomes The Investor Practice Working group helps members take practical steps to implement net zero investment practices. In calendar 2023, working group sessions coincide with updates to the guideline documents associated with the Net Zero Investment Framework (NZIF). Each session will be focussed on a different asset class or piece of guidance. The following asset classes and guidance are covered in 2023: Infrastructure Climate Solutions Private Equity Real Estate Sovereign Debt Sessions include: an outline of relevant guideline material to assist investors to develop asset class-level net zero strategies; a discussion of implementation processes (usually led by an international speaker); and local case studies. Recordings of sessions are available to IGCC members. Relevant News, Events & Resources. Report: State of Net Zero Investment Australia 2025 Report | Investor Group on Climate Change | 3 April 2025 IGCC’s State of Net Zero report is Australia’s most comprehensive and rigorous analysis of investors’ climate progress. This year’s findings show that Australia’s institutional investors remain firmly attuned to the risks and opportunities of climate change – and how they align with their fiduciary responsibilities.Download AustraliaClimate Solutions & TechCorporate EngagementCorporate Engagement Working GroupDecarbonising the EconomyEnergyEnergy Transition Working GroupGovernance & DisclosureInvestor Agenda and ICAPsInvestor Group on Climate ChangeInvestor PracticeInvestor Practice Working GroupJust TransitionPhysical Risk & ResiliencePhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group New Research: Australia’s 2025 State of Net Zero Investment Report 2 April 2025 The number of institutional investors in Australia making progress on climate continues to grow, despite pressure and overseas anti-ESG sentiment, according to new data released by the Investor Group on Climate Change. AustraliaCorporate EngagementCorporate Engagement Working GroupEnergy Transition Working GroupInvestor Agenda and ICAPsInvestor PracticeInvestor Practice Working GroupPhysical Risk & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group IGCC 2024 Annual Report: A Transformative Year for Investor Climate Action 27 February 2025 The Investor Group on Climate Change (IGCC) has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of significant climate action by investors and policy progress throughout Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. AustraliaClimate Action 100+Corporate EngagementCorporate Engagement Working GroupDecarbonising the EconomyEnergyEnergy Transition Working GroupGovernance & DisclosureInvestor Agenda and ICAPsInvestor PracticeInvestor Practice Working GroupJust TransitionMiningNet Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM)New ZealandParis-Aligned Asset Owners Initiative (PAAO)Physical Risk & ResiliencePhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group The Net Zero Investment Framework: New Implementation Guidance for Objectives and Targets 24 January 2025 New implementation guidance is now available to assist asset owners and managers in effectively using the Net Zero Investment Framework (NZIF) to set and achieve net zero objectives and targets across various asset classes. AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyInvestor Group on Climate ChangeInvestor PracticeInvestor Practice Working GroupNet Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM)Net Zero Investment FrameworkNew ZealandParis-Aligned Asset Owners Initiative (PAAO) The Net Zero Investment Framework: New Implementation Guidance for Objectives and Targets Guide | IIGCC, IGCC, AIGCC, Ceres | 24 January 2025 New implementation guidance is now available to assist asset owners and managers in effectively using the Net Zero Investment Framework (NZIF) to set and achieve net zero objectives and targets across various asset classes.Download AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyInvestor PracticeInvestor Practice Working GroupNet Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM)Net Zero Investment FrameworkNew ZealandParis-Aligned Asset Owners Initiative (PAAO)