The AI governance risk keeping executives up at night: A conversation with Elfreda Jonker
In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar discusses the governance risks posed by AI with Elfreda Jonker from Alphinity Investment Management.They explore the impact of AI on cybersecurity and data privacy, as highlighted in Alphinity's latest sustainability report. The conversation covers the importance of a Responsible AI framework, how companies including Netflix and Wesfarmers address these risks, and the need for better investor disclosures by fund managers on how they tackle AI risks.01:38 Overview of Alphinity's Investment Management02:54 Highlights from the Sustainability Report04:20 What did Netflix do 08:35 AI as a governance risk11:09 Opportunities and challenges13:54 Conclusion Link: https://www.alphinity.com.au/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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Investing in a warmer world
Join host Michelle Baltazar as she speaks with Dr. Erin Kuo-Sutherland, chief sustainability officer at Yarra Capital Management. In this episode, they discuss the implications of surpassing the 1.5°C global warming threshold, the impact on various sectors, and the new climate reality.They discuss Yarra’s strategic approach to ESG integration, physical risk assessments, and the promising opportunities in climate resilience and adaptation.02:10 Yarra's approach to sustainability02:44 The new climate reality05:44 Sector-specific risks and responses13:13 Opportunities in climate adaptation19:06 Concluding thoughts and personal reflectionsRead Yarra Capital Management's white paper published in July 2025: Reframing Net Zero: Investing in a >2°C World [Hyperlink: https://www.yarracm.com/reframing-net-zero/]This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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Mandatory Climate Disclosure: Closing Loopholes for Investment Banks and Insurers
In this episode of 'The Greener Way,' host Michelle Baltazar discusses the new accounting standards for Scope 3 emissions with Alison George, Chief Impact and Ethics Officer at Australian Ethical Investments. They discuss why it's crucial for investment banks and insurers to be included in these disclosures, the risks involved in granting them exemptions, and the impact on transparency and investor confidence. Submission link: https://www.ifrs.org/projects/work-plan/amendments-to-disclosure-of-greenhouse-gas-emissions-s2/ed-cl-amendments-greenhouse-gas-s2/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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Exploring Emerging Markets & Sustainable Investments with Pablo Berrutti
Join host Michelle Baltazar as she chats with Pablo Berrutti, senior portfolio specialist at Stewart Investors, about emerging market investment opportunities and their main growth drivers. Berrutti also explains why Samsung, Wallmex and Bank of the Philippine Islands are featured in their portfolios and why mid-cap US companies offer good value for investors. 00:57 Guest introduction: Pablo Berrutti01:26 Stewart Investors: Under the bonnet03:50 Investment strategies and criteria06:47 What's driving global emerging markets09:18 Stocks to watch 16:55 US companies riding on sustainability trends21:12 DEI-washing: Why it's good for investorsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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How direct indexing could supercharge ESG
While still at a very nascent stage in Australia, direct indexing holds great potential – particularly for ESG and responsible investors.Investing in line with your values is a very idiosyncratic desire as what’s important to one investor can differ greatly for another. Being able to build a low-cost, custom portfolio that removes all the ESG exposures an investor doesn’t want while still tracking a selected benchmark could prove a game-changer in more ways than one.Briefcase founder and chief executive Josh Persky joins The Greener Way to discuss exactly what direct indexing involves and why it’s important to recognise that each individual investor is different – as are their values.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
The Greener Way is your podcast for exploring the big environmental, social and governance questions. Each week, The Greener Way will focus on deep conversations with investment and corporate experts who are deeply engaged in managing the sustainability challenges facing our planet.
From climate change to biodiversity, human rights and modern slavery to corporate purpose and governance, we tackle head-on the nuances and trade-offs of our complicated world.
The Greener Way is the podcast of FS Sustainability, the premier weekly trade publication that covers how investors and companies are changing real world outcomes across environmental, social and governance issues.
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