Episode 154

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22nd Jul 2025

Navigating climate transition: Directors' duties and greenwashing

In this episode of 'The Greener Way,' host Michelle Baltazar discusses the critical role of company directors in climate transition planning with Christian Gergis, head of policy at the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

The discussion covers the evolution of climate issues in boardrooms, the importance of robust transition plans, combating greenwashing, and the significance of directors' best interest duties.

The episode highlights the need for comprehensive internal support and collaboration across business areas, especially involving the CFO, to effectively implement transition plans.

Link: 00:58InsightsfromAICD'sChristianGergis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.aicd.com.au/tools-and-resources/climate-change.html00:58 Insights from AICD's Christian Gergis

01:59 Climate transition planning in Australian boardrooms

04:29 Governing for net zero: new guidance in partnership with ACSI

07:40 How to address greenwashing

10:48 Why directors need to show ‘fluency’ in climate transition planning



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