Technical Workplan
Delivery of the FY27 ISC Technical Workplan and IS Product Roadmap is now underway, with our first committed deliverable, IS Insights, now live. Thank you to everyone who shared feedback through the consultation process, the IS Rating Scheme Value Proposition Survey, and our stakeholder briefing calls. This update provides an overview of progress to date,
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From Research to Results: What the National Innovation Policy Forum means for sustainable infrastructure
This week we had the privilege of attending the National Innovation Policy Forum 2026, hosted by Cooperative Research Australia, bringing together government, researchers, industry leaders and innovators to explore one of Australia’s most pressing challenges: how to turn innovation into productivity, capability and economic growth. A recurring theme throughout the forum was that Australia does
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The real value of digital infrastructure lies in better decisions
Why digital infrastructure is becoming a critical enabler of sustainability outcomes By: Cath Hill | Submitted by Jacobs Sustainability leaders are no strangers to working with imperfect information. Siloed operations and difficulty measuring and tracking impact all contribute to the challenge. At the same time, the decisions they face are becoming more complex and consequential.
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Prenten AI and TPM Solutions bring autonomous asset inspection to Southeast Asia’s infrastructure build-out
Southeast Asia needs somewhere between $184 billion and $210 billion a year in infrastructure investment, according to the Asian Development Bank, to keep pace with growth and climate resilience needs. Rail, energy, water and transport projects are underway across the region at a rate that’s already testing the supply of skilled people available to inspect,
Read MoreSustainable Finance Committee
The Sustainable Finance Committee focuses on strengthening the connection between infrastructure sustainability outcomes and financing decisions. What the Committee is working on in 2026 • Alignment with emerging sustainable finance taxonomies in Australia and New Zealand • Mapping infrastructure deal flow to identify opportunities to influence outcomes • Developing guidance on how IS Ratings can
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Procurement decisions play a critical role in shaping sustainability outcomes across infrastructure projects. The Sustainable Procurement Committee brings together industry expertise from the full breadth of the infrastructure value chain to explore how procurement practices can drive environmental and social value, support innovation and deliver more sustainable outcomes across the infrastructure lifecycle. What the Committee is
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How can artificial intelligence and digital innovation support better sustainability outcomes in infrastructure? The AI and Digital Committee brings together industry expertise to explore practical ways technology can reduce complexity, improve insights and enable more sustainable decisions across the infrastructure lifecycle. What the Committee is working on in 2026 • Improving how data is collected, shared and benchmarked
Read MorePolicy and Advocacy Committee
The Policy and Advocacy Committee supports the ISC’s work to influence policy and regulatory settings that shape infrastructure outcomes across Australia and New Zealand. What the Committee is working on in 2026 Identifying the implications of current global shocks and geopolitical instability for the infrastructure sector Examining the role of decarbonisation in improving infrastructure
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The Contractors Working Group brings together professionals building infrastructure projects, ensuring ISC’s tools and guidance reflect real-world conditions and project delivery experience. What the Group is working on in 2026 • Articulating the value of IS Ratings, including cost, benefits and social license • Assessing alignment between IS Rating v2.2 and AASB S2 climate
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Infrastructure Sustainability Council Partners with the Greener Infrastructure Conference 2026
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is proud to partner with the Greener Infrastructure Conference (GIC) 2026, bringing together infrastructure leaders, government, industry and sustainability professionals to explore the future of sustainable infrastructure. Taking place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 28–29 October 2026, the Greener Infrastructure Conference will deliver a thought-provoking program focused on the policies,
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ISC Partners with Waste Expo Australia 2026
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council is proud to be a supporting partner of Waste Expo Australia 2026, Australia’s premier event for waste management, recycling and resource recovery. Taking place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 28–29 October 2026, Waste Expo Australia brings together government, infrastructure leaders, engineers, innovators, sustainability professionals and solution providers to
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Update from our CEO, Toby Kent: Focus on Policy & Budget Actions
Focus on Policy & Budget Actions Fresh from ISC Connect 2026, it is clear that much of Australia and New Zealand’s infrastructure has moved decisively from ambition to delivery – but it is equally clear that the task ahead remains substantial. This year’s record number of award submissions and the calibre of those recognised, reflects a sector that is increasingly embedding sustainability and resilience into how
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