We deliver research and learning services to advance sustainability through business, finance and economy.
Australia faces major social, environmental and economic challenges: climate change, biodiversity loss, poverty, inequality, technological disruption, and in 2020 the COVID-19 public health crisis and resultant economic recession.
The financial services sector has an important role to play in responding to these challenges and supporting the opportunities that arise in building a more sustainable and resilient Australian economy and society.
Our work aims to:
- help businesses to embed sustainability
- grow capacity for sustainability in the finance sector
- advance business and finance sector contributions to achievement of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals
- progress economic models that serve people and planet.
Expertise areas
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Sustainable economy
Progressing economies that serve people and planet.
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Sustainable business
Helping businesses to embed sustainability.
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Sustainable finance and investment
Growing finance sector capacity for sustainability.
Research news and projects
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PROJECT | 2024
Meeting the energy and data demands of AI adoption
Uncertain about the impact of AI on energy consumption? Turns out that so too are IT managers who are key to AI deployment.
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NEWS | April 2025
Reducing animal testing through strategic investment
How can we reduce animal testing in the health sector and offer guidance for investor engagement on this topic?
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NEWS | August 2025
Fortescue, Lendlease and IKEA demonstrate positive practice in climate leadership
New research highlights three Australian companies as standout examples of corporate climate leadership, setting a higher benchmark for business decarbonisation.
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NEWS | August 2025
UTS chosen for key climate reporting role
Mandatory climate-related disclosure is about to transform Australia’s corporate reporting landscape.
Team
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Program Lead – Business, Economy and GovernanceOrganisational and societal change including corporate sustainability, sustainable finance and energy policy.
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Associate Director Learning and DevelopmentTransforming economic narratives for sustainable and equitable futures.
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Research DirectorCollaborative business model innovation for sustainability, environmental, social and economic value creation.
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Research PrincipalBlending business management, sustainability strategy and wellbeing economics to enable social learning and systems change.
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Senior ResearcherSustainable finance, corporate sustainability and financing circular economies.
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Professor Of Water FuturesCircular economy frameworks and assessments focused on optimising water, energy and waste flows.
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Research DirectorGuiding business and industrial transition to sustainability, at the firm, sector, and labour market levels.
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Research ConsultantSustainable finance, climate-related financial risk, decarbonising transport, systems thinking, qualitative research.
Let's collaborate
Whether you have a problem that needs support or an idea for change, our innovative and solutions-focused approach can help you achieve your goals.
Contact Alison Atherton on Alison.Atherton@uts.edu.au for more information.