Case Study – Mutu circular platform active across Dempsey Wood
Background Dempsey Wood (an ISC member since 2017) is one of New Zealand’s leading civil contractors, with more than 500 staff working across infrastructure, earthworks and land development projects nationwide. Alongside its technical delivery, Dempsey Wood has built a strong sustainability focus, actively looking for ways to reduce waste and improve how resources are used
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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
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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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Technical Workplan
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to shaping ISC’s technical direction over the past year — through the Continuous Improvement register, direct engagement, working group discussions and our June 2026 stakeholder survey. Your input has directly informed the priorities set out in this workplan. We’re pleased to release the draft FY27 ISC Technical Workplan
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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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International Women in Engineering Day 2026
Today, on International Women in Engineering Day, we celebrate the women who are helping shape the future of infrastructure, sustainability and engineering across Australia, New Zealand and around the world. Established in 2014 by the Women’s Engineering Society in the UK, International Women in Engineering Day shines a spotlight on the achievements of women in
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ISC appoints Emma Drummond as its Executive Director of Stakeholder Services
The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Emma Drummond as Executive Director, Stakeholder Services. Emma is an experienced executive leader with a particular focus on membership, stakeholder engagement and advisory portfolios in complex and highly regulated environments. Throughout her career, she has built trusted relationships with members, industry leaders, government,
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