Australia’s sustainability transition is being reshaped by global uncertainty, heightened climate impacts and rapid economic transformation. In this environment, the challenge is not only setting ambition, but creating the conditions that enable confidence, consistency and momentum. This paper examines how standards are supporting this shift from policy intent to real‑world outcomes.

This paper systematically reviews ex-post empirical studies assessing the effects of climate change mitigation policies on emissions. The findings suggest that most policies effectively reduce emissions, with a median effect of about -5% per year, though with substantial variation across studies.

With the annual traded value of Australian carbon credits passing $1 billion for the first time, this report examines how Australia’s carbon market is evolving. It provides insights on the state of the carbon market and its contribution to net zero targets, as well as the importance of action to reduce emissions by large emitters...

A critical step towards achieving the country's long-term climate change goals, this strategy outlines how New Zealand will meet its emissions budget for 2026–30. The cross-sectoral plan covers a range of policies and initiatives, focusing on a technology-led approach to reducing emissions alongside commitment to cost-effective climate action.

By supporting developing countries to reduce emissions through offshore mitigation, New Zealand hopes to boost its global climate contribution beyond the domestic. This paper looks at the country's failure to deliver on the offshore mitigation targets set in the Paris Agreement, outlining the context, challenges, and enablers to boost international cooperation. This paper argues that...