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 Erwin Jackson Policy & Advocacy Director About Erwin… Contact Bethany Richards Policy Junior Analyst About Bethany… Email Bethany 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). Disclosures Building parliamentary support for reform on climate disclosures and climate risk reporting. Current consultation process underway with Treasury Read our submission to the consultation process 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. Policy & Advocacy Working Group Meeting Working Group Meeting | Online | 2 November 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Timezone: Australia/Sydney Policy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Submission: Economic Modelling to support investible sector pathways 19 September 2023 IGCC has made a submission to the Climate Change Authority's consultation on economic modelling, to support its advice to Government for Australia’s 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution under the Paris Agreement. AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyPhysical Impacts & ResiliencePhysical Risk & Resilience Working GroupPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group $150 trillion of investors call for mandatory reporting of climate transition plans 8 September 2023 Australia’s new climate reporting rules should match global best practice by including standardised and decision-useful transition plans, according to three networks of investors who manage more than $150 trillion. AustraliaCorporate EngagementGovernance & DisclosurePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Global Investors’ Report Identifies the Eight Key Features for Global Climate Policy 6 September 2023 These are the characteristics that can catalyse greater climate action. AustraliaInvestor Agenda and ICAPsInvestor Group on Climate ChangeNew ZealandPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group IGCC working group: Policy & Advocacy Sep 19 2023 This post is members-only. Please sign in to view details. Sign in