Resources

A library of reference material for all things ethical investment. The material here is sourced from the RIAA, ASIC and other organisations.

The A-Z of Ethical Investing

Can’t tell an ESG from an SRI? Think “greenwashing” is a terrible laundry accident? Confused by PRI, or the meaning of SDG? You aren’t alone. Ethical Investment is thick with jargon and TLA’s (Three Letter Acronyms… yes, really). VivaEthical’s A-Z of Ethical Investing will help you sort out what’s what.

EAC Leaf (Ethical Fund) Ratings

The Ethical Advisers Co-operative has developed the Leaf (Ethical Fund) Ratings to assist people in making choices for their investments and superannuation that are in line with their ethical values.

EAC 2022 Annual Report

The Ethical Advisers' Co-operative (the Co-op) has just released the 2022 Annual Report, highlighting their considerable efforts made on behalf of advisers, and investors, seeking ethical and responsible investments alternatives important efforts throughout 2022.

“We talk beyond the financial, about what those underlying investments have actually achieved in terms of delivering outcomes for society, delivering outcomes for the environment, or delivering great governance outcomes. Clients value that information”

RIAA From Value to Riches 2022

RIAA’s From Values to Riches study gauges consumer awareness, practices, and attitudes towards ethical and responsible investments in Australia.

RIAA Responsible Investment Benchmark Report 2022

The Responsible Investment Benchmark Report Australia 2022 shows that the number of Australian assets managed using a rigorous, leading approach to responsible investment has hit a record value of $1.54 trillion, now accounting for 43% of the total market.

RIAA Responsible Investment Super Study 2021

RIAA’s Responsible Investment Super Study 2021 maps the array of responsible investment approaches used by Australia’s largest APRA-regulated super funds and other large asset owners, outlining trends and performance in 2020.