Ross Piper steps down as Chair of RIAA, Kate Turner appointed successor

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) announces that Ross Piper is stepping down as Chair after seven years on the Board, including the past two years as Chair. Kate Turner,

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RIAA welcomes Australian Sustainable Finance Taxonomy consultation, announces member event

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) welcomes the launch of the first consultation on Australia’s sustainable finance taxonomy. The consultation is seeking feedback on: the draft headline ambitions for the

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RIAA welcomes funding for product labelling regime, urges collaborative action

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) applauds the Australian Government’s commitment to the development of sustainable finance. The 2024-2025 Federal Budget includes funding for: the Australian Securities and Investments Commission

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Leading responsible investment super funds reap higher returns, reveals RIAA study

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The MySuper products of super funds demonstrating leading responsible investment practice outperformed those of non-leaders on average in 2022, according to a new study released by the Responsible Investment Association

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RIAA announces appointment of Co-CEOs to lead the organisation’s next chapter

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) is pleased to unveil the appointment of Co-CEOs, Estelle Parker and Dean Hegarty to take up the leadership of the organisation, marking an important

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RIAA welcomes Australia’s Sustainable Finance Strategy, paving the way for responsible investment through investment labels

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The Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) strongly welcomes the Treasurer’s Sustainable Finance Strategy as a pivotal milestone, highlighting the significant role of investment labels in the responsible investment industry. The

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New responsible investment report reveals, financial markets in Australia are embracing ESG and responsible investment, yet rapidly increasing standards risk some being left behind

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New research released by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) has revealed that ESG considerations are now deeply embedded across investment markets in Australia. RIAA’s 22nd annual Responsible Investment Benchmark

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Unveiling the truth behind “green” investments: What every investor needs to know

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In an age where climate concerns and social consciousness dominate headlines, it’s no surprise that investors are increasingly seeking investments that align with their values. With several high-profile cases recently

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Minimising greenwashing and maximising impact to take centre stage at Responsible Investment Australia 2023

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With increasing attention on greenwashing in finance, the largest and most comprehensive responsible investment conference in the Southern Hemisphere, RI Australia 2023, will take place in Melbourne and online on

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Australian responsible investment assets hit $1.54 trillion as investment managers agitate for ESG action

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The number of Australian assets managed using a rigorous, leading approach to responsible investment has hit a record value of $1.54 trillion, now accounting for 43% of the total market,

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