Policy & Advocacy Working Group

This collaborative group coordinates on government engagement and maintains oversight on the role of companies and industry associations in delivering constructive climate policy outcomes.

Meetings are held every two months, with occasional ad-hoc briefings and discussions as needed.

When drafting submissions or developing major research publications we consult with ad-hoc sub groups.

Chair

Francesca Muskovic
Executive Director, Policy

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Bethany Richards
Manager, Policy

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Working Group Policy and Engagement Priorities

We provide information to the working group on the current state of play of policy at a state, national, and international level.

We welcome contributions from members who bring their expertise and perspectives to shape submissions and joint statements. These help form the policy to help accelerate Australia’s path to net-zero emissions.

2035 Emissions Target
  • The target will be the biggest climate policy decision this term.
  • It will be set by ambition for sector-by-sector policies.
  • Consultation process underway with the Climate Change Authority (CCA).
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Sector Pathways
  • Developing sector pathways, policies and goals to support investment in climate solutions across the economy.
National Net Zero Authority
  • Recently legislated following IGCC campaign, which included submission, peak bodies statement, national ad campaign, and significant direct engagement
  • Includes $400 million to support investment in clean energy in regions
  • IGCC will continue to engage while the Authority is set up and starts to operate.
National Physical Risk Assessment
  • Creation of policy briefs and thought leadership on climate divestment in high physical risk regions and sectors
  • Current development of second assessment in line with 2024 National Adaptation Plan

Latest Relevant News, Resources, and Events.

Submission: One barrier might come down, but superannuation performance test reforms won’t unlock climate investment on their own

Submission | Katharina Surikow (IGCC) | 19 June 2026

Changing the superannuation performance test is not the single ‘silver bullet’ solution – in and of itself, reform of the performance test may remove a barrier to investment in some asset classes for some investors, but it will not act as an incentive for more investment. IGCC urges the government to consider any proposed changes to the performance test in the context of all other policy changes available to it that could, or seek to, influence investment in net zero.

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Just Adaptation: An Introduction for Institutional Investors

Report | Dr Kate Simmonds | 10/6/2026

Our newest resource helps investors understand and respond to the social dimensions of climate adaptation.

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Budget Risks Investment in Clean Energy and Industry

12 May 2026

The budget tabled by the Treasurer tonight is full of mixed messages.

Anna Hancock

Anna works at the intersection of energy system, decarbonisation, advocacy and enterprise leadership. She brings 25-years of energy and industrial experience in strategy, operations, policy and investment. She also chairs the board of the Renewable Energy Alliance, serves as a Member on the Clean Energy Regulator board, and serves on the advisory board of TheEnergy.co.