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IS Planning Roadshow

IS Planning As the imperative for sustainability is recognised, with its inclusion in project design and increasingly mandated by authorities around the world, our newest rating tool, the IS v2.1 Planning Rating, is set to change the way decision makers, asset owners, investors, and delivery authorities approach infrastructure planning. A world-first-of-its-kind, the IS v2.1 Planning

Modern Slavery in the Infrastructure Sector

As the infrastructure sector plays a critical role in shaping sustainable cities and the scale up of renewable energy projects and use of circular materials, we must not ignore the human costs and risks to people in this transition, including modern slavery. In this session we highlighted some of the modern slavery risks in infrastructure

Sustainability: A construction career

Setting the scene Just 12% of Australia’s construction workforce is female, which means we are missing out on talent at a time we need it most. The reasons why women aren’t choosing careers in construction are well documented and span everything from recruitment practices to lack of role models to unconscious bias. Meanwhile, Australia’s construction

Positive Feedback Surges for Zero Emission Buses in North Brisbane

In a recent survey conducted by Keolis Downer, proud operator of Hornibrook Bus Lines, customers have expressed an overwhelming satisfaction with the introduction of Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) within the North Lakes, Kallangur, and Redcliffe regions. The survey, which gathered responses from a diverse group of commuters and the wider community, highlighted the significant impact

Ratings Case Study Webinar 1

In this webinar you will hear from project teams across Australia and New Zealand as they share case studies and key learnings when undergoing an infrastructure sustainability rating. This session features – Takitimu North Link Project Project team from Aotearoa New Zealand will discuss: – What makes collaboration challenging with Tauranga hapū – Pre-tender work

Supplier in the Spotlight – Webinar Series

Here at the IS Council, we’re already dreaming up our new year’s resolutions for 2024. We feel it is high time to shine a light on the heroes along the supply chain who put their hearts and minds into supporting people, planet and the economy with their innovative products and sustainability services. With great pleasure

Bruce Highway (Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road)

Description The Bruce Highway (Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road) project is part of integrated planning for the Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway Upgrades in north Brisbane and the Moreton Bay Region. Key features of Bruce Highway (Gateway Motorway to Dohles Rocks Road) include; upgrading the Bruce Highway and Gateway Motorway merge to provide a priority

ISC Connect 2023 – Recap

“Our decade of action for people, the planet and the economy…” Reflections on “ISC Connect”, your Infrastructure Sustainability Council’s yearly conference, held on Naarm country (Melbourne), from 5-7 September, 2023. If the strength of our relationships and the ways our actions have impact are the litmus tests of success; and if history tells us we

BlueScope FY23 Sustainability Report

BlueScope – delivering sustainable outcomes In its recently published FY23 Sustainability Report, global steel manufacturer, BlueScope, demonstrates how it is focusing its actions to deliver on its five sustainability outcomes. Key insights follow. Climate action BlueScope remains committed to actively addressing climate change and investing in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction to transform its business

ISC Connect 2023 – Session 11

Watch the ISC Connect 2023 session 11 recorded on 7 September 2023. This recording discusses the following: SESSION 11: EMBEDDING SUSTAINABILITY FROM THE OUTSET Embedding sustainability in infrastructure from the outset ensures long term returns and enhances resilience for the people it serves. Hear more about the benefits of identifying risks and opportunities early and then

ISC Connect 2023 – Session 9A & 10A

Watch the ISC Connect 2023 session 9A & 10A recorded on 7 September 2023. This recording discusses the following: SESSION 9A: FINANCE AND GOVERNANCE FOR SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE The number and size of facilities, instruments and funds available for sustainable business opportunities and climate resilient assets is rapidly increasing, and with it reporting and metric complexity.

ISC Connect 2023 – Session 7A & 8A

Watch the ISC Connect 2023 session 7A & 8A recorded on 7 September 2023. This recording discusses the following: SESSION 7A: OUR INCLUSIVE NATION Four of the UNSDGs promote equality, and reducing disadvantage within and between nations. Meeting these goals calls on the values of respect and fairness and requires cultural, social, attitudinal and behavioural

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