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 About Francesca Contact Bethany Richards Manager, Policy 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. Submission: Fossil methane is a near-term abatement opportunity Submission | Anna Hancock | 7 August 2026 Our submission to the Climate Change Authority’s consultation on fossil methane. Top points: The Government should strengthen methane disclosure so that methane’s near-term potency is made explicit, and the Safeguard Mechanism Review should lead to reforms that support more and earlier on-site abatement.Download AustraliaDecarbonising the EconomyPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Advocacy Win: Renewables Receive Favourable Tax Treatment 20 August 2026 Government and the Greens agree to progress CGT legislation with an extended transition period for renewables AustraliaEnergyPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Safeguard Mechanism Reforms: How to Futureproof Industry 17 August 2026 New modelling by EY shows the lowest-cost, most-efficient settings for the Safeguard Mechanism to guide Australia's industrial base to long term success. AustraliaClimate Solutions & TechCorporate EngagementCorporate Engagement Working GroupDecarbonising the EconomyPolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group Submission: Victorian Draft Adaptation Action Plans 2027-31 Submission | Kate Simmonds | 15 July 2026 IGCC strongly supports Victoria’s use of sector-based adaptation planning. For investors, these Plans help provide confidence that regions will maintain economic resilience and therefore are a safe place for investment. While IGCC is broadly supportive of the actions identified, we encourage the Victorian Government to strengthen the Plans by improving the specificity and accountability of actions, increasing focus on adaptation finance, prioritising regulation and planning reform, and developing longer-term adaptation pathways beyond 2031.Download AustraliaBuildings & InfrasctructureEnergyPhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working GroupTransport Submission: Australian Energy Regulator Network Resilience Guidelines Submission | Kate Simmonds | 9 July 2026 IGCC supports the AER’s efforts to provide greater clarity on resilience expenditure. However, the consultation paper focuses primarily on process, rather than strategic issues shaping network resilience. IGCC encourages the AER to strengthen its broader approach to network resilience by closing gaps in climate science and risk assessment, improving system-level coordination, standardising financial assessment of resilience, considering community vulnerability, supporting flexible adaptation pathways, and increasing transparency of decision-making.Download AustraliaBuildings & InfrasctructureEnergyPhysical Risk, Adaptation & ResiliencePolicy & AdvocacyPolicy & Advocacy Working Group