New Zealand Infrastructure Projects Recognised as Finalists in Infrastructure Sustainability Council 2026 Awards
Major New Zealand infrastructure projects – including City Rail Link, Watercare’s Central Interceptor and Te Ara Tupua – have been named finalists in the Infrastructure Sustainability Council’s (ISC) 2026 Awards. The New Zealand finalists reflect the scale and ambition of the country’s infrastructure program and the capability of industry partners delivering complex projects that support
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Media Release: Infrastructure Sustainability Council welcomes Infrastructure Victoria report, highlights practical pathways to strengthen climate resilience
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) has welcomed Infrastructure Victoria’s report Warning signs: climate change risks to Victoria’s infrastructure, describing it as a welcome contribution to understanding and responding to climate risk across critical infrastructure systems. The report finds that more than $57 billion of Victorian infrastructure is exposed to climate hazards by 2030, increasing to over $70 billion by 2070 as
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Infrastructure Sustainability Council champions Australian suppliers during Australian Made Week
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is proudly supporting Australian Made Week by highlighting the vital role local suppliers play in delivering sustainable, resilient infrastructure across Australia. At the centre of this effort is the ISC’s ISupply Directory – a dedicated platform connecting infrastructure professionals with suppliers of sustainable products, services and materials. The directory is helping project teams more easily identify and engage Australian-based suppliers who meet growing expectations around sustainability, transparency and
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Annual Gala Awards – 2026 Finalists
Finalists Announced for the 2026 ISC Awards Celebrate the pinnacle of ISC Connect 2026 at our Gala Dinner & Awards Night – an evening dedicated to recognising leadership and excellence across the infrastructure sustainability sector. Join colleagues and industry leaders for a memorable night of fine dining, entertainment, and celebration, as we honour outstanding achievements
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Infrastructure Sustainability Council and ConnellGriffin Release Landmark Thought Leadership Paper Calling for Sustainable Procurement Reform to Transform Infrastructure Delivery
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) and ConnellGriffin have today released a major new thought leadership paper calling for system level reform of infrastructure procurement to unlock long term environmental, social and economic value across Australia and New Zealand. Titled Transforming Infrastructure Delivery Through Sustainable Procurement Reform, the paper positions procurement as a critical mechanism through
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ISC appoints Kris Fumberger as its Executive Director of Product Solutions
ISC is delighted to announce the appointment of Kris Fumberger as its new Executive Director of Product Solutions. This new role for the ISC has been created to elevate ISC’s infrastructure ratings and associated offerings and to lead the digital transformation of the business. Commencing 1 July 2025, Kris joins ISC from the advisory firm,
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Infrastructure Sector Unites to Define Net Zero
Australia’s infrastructure sector is uniting the accelerate its journey to net zero, tacking the challenge of decarbonising the multibillion-dollar industry. The newly formed Infrastructure Net Zero taskforce – a collaboration of government and industry bodies – has launched a consultation to define what net zero means for interconnected infrastructure sector through a paper authored by
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Award Winners – 2024 Annual Gala Awards
Infrastructure Sustainability Council Awards 2024 celebrate ANZ’s most sustainable infrastructure projects Thursday 25 October 2024, Sydney – The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) has presented nine awards for exceptional performance at the tenth Infrastructure Sustainability Awards at the Gala Dinner of the ISC Connect 24 conference. The awards honour the best of the best in sustainable
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Infrastructure Sustainability Council welcomes Toby Kent as new CEO
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (IS Council) has appointed respected sustainability leader Toby Kent as its next Chief Executive Officer. Mr Kent brings a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in sustainability, resilience and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) delivery. He joins the IS Council from PwC Australia, where he served as a Partner
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IS Essentials to help $5-$100m projects drive better sustainability outcomes
MEDIA RELEASE: ISCouncil releases game-changing rating tool IS Essentials to help $5-$100m projects drive better sustainability outcomes The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is responding to the rapidly changing sustainability landscape by releasing a new, innovative digital tool to support Australian and New Zealand infrastructure projects navigate the changes and ensure that their assets are sustainable.
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The Infrastructure Sustainability Council Welcomes Federal Government Environmentally Sustainable Procurement (ESP) Policy
IS Rating Scheme Endorsed to Facilitate Sustainability Measurement and Assurance The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) has welcomed the Federal Government’s Environmentally Sustainable Procurement (ESP) Policy, which will help the Government better measure the environmental outcomes from its agreements with suppliers, including through the application of the ISC’s Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) Rating. The ESP Policy establishes
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IS Council enters a new era
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council has announced that Chief Executive Officer Ainsley Simpson will be moving on to take on a new role as inaugural Chief Executive Officer of Seamless in March 2024. “After eight years with the IS Council, nearly six years of those at the helm, Ainsley has made a lasting impact on the
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