South Pole Sustainability
by South Pole Australia 04/05/2026
by South Pole Australia 04/05/2026
This article was contributed by South Pole Australia.
South Pole, The Climate Company
South Pole is the world’s leading carbon asset developer and climate consultancy. Since 2006, South Pole has been a trusted partner and advisor to governments, public sector organisations, and leading businesses on their decarbonisation journeys. We serve over 1,000 clients across the world, and our global team of experts has helped many Fortune 500 businesses implement comprehensive strategies that help build resilience and turn climate action into long-term business opportunities. And in line with our mission to deliver true climate impact for all, South Pole has used the power of markets to help channel climate finance to over 850 projects in more than 50 countries across the globe. For more information, visit www.southpole.com Our Mission and Goal Mission: Achieve true climate impact for all by empowering everyone to solve climate change. Goal: Remove or prevent 100+ gigatonnes of carbon emissions, putting it back in its rightful place—or keeping it there. Our Core Areas of Expertise
We support sustainability through three key solutions: 1. Climate Advisory – Measure and report impacts, risks, and opportunities. – Set ambitious targets and design net-zero roadmaps. – Engage stakeholders and optimise value chains for sustainability. 2. Environmental Certificates – Provide access to impactful projects through carbon credits, Energy Attribute Certificates, and biodiversity credits. 3. Climate Finance – Accelerate decarbonisation by evaluating project feasibility, designing and certifying solutions, and commercialising voluntary or Article 6 credits. Why Partner with South Pole? Specialist Expertise: Climate is not just something we do; it’s everything we do. Unique Experience: Nearly two decades of market knowledge to help you navigate challenges. Global Reach: Offices in 30+ countries empower us to think globally and act locally.
We surveyed 2,025 Australians across all generations and regions and found that while people continue to factor sustainability into purchasing decisions, banking and workplaces, more than 80% remain sceptical of corporate claims. The 2025 Confusing or Convincing report by South Pole and Mobium Group highlights awareness and understanding of common terms like ‘circularity’, ‘nature positive’, ‘regenerative’ and ‘science-based targets’ are very limited, yet when explained clearly, these terms significantly boost consumer trust and purchase intent. The report concludes that businesses need to move away from jargon and vague claims, and instead focus on radical honesty, measurable action and simple relatable communication to cut through confusion and build lasting trust.
The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) can seem complicated. We’ve made it simple for you with the 10 minute ‘South Pole Quickguide’. It contains everything you need to know to start preparing, including: if the ASRS applies to you, when different kinds of companies need to start reporting, what you may need to report on and when and how to prepare your information
Nature is rapidly becoming a key component of financial reporting and strategic decision-making. This 15-min guide introduces the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). Learn why it matters, its place in global sustainability and how to integrate nature into your corporate strategy, sustainability, and ESG reporting.
More than just a compliance measure, it’s a blueprint for transformation, offering strategic opportunities to build resilience, foster innovation, and create long-term business value. In this 15-minute South Pole ‘Quickguide’, we simplify the complexities of climate transition planning, ensuring you understand how to turn compliance requirements into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Scope 3 emissions represent a significant amount of your company’s total GHG emissions. These emissions must be reduced for your company to meet its emission reduction targets and reach net zero emissions. The challenge is that these emissions are not in your company’s direct control. They are generated by others, including your suppliers. As such, it is important to work with your suppliers to reduce their emissions. This South Pole ‘Quickguide’ is designed to help you do just that and, in doing so, reduce your organisation’s emissions.
Understanding climate risks and addressing these may seem daunting. With the ‘South Pole Quickguide’ we’ve made it easy for you to learn the basics and know what to do next. The Quickguide contains everything you need to know about Climate Risks, including: The types of climate risks, how big the threat is at global and local level, why you should act, what other companies are doing. key challenges to address climate risks and how you can get started
This guide by South Pole breaks down the evolving landscape of the carbon market, highlighting the importance of integrity, transparency and quality in carbon credit projects. It explains how carbon credits work, what defines a high-quality credit, and the lifecycle of a carbon project. It also explores risks, pricing and how to evaluate credits responsibly. Designed to simplify a complex system, the guide empowers organisations to engage with carbon markets confidently and make informed climate investments.
South Pole stands ready to support businesses in taking the steps required to prepare to not only comply with Australia’s upcoming mandatory climate-related reporting requirements but to take meaningful climate action and build business resilience. We can support in the following areas: – Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards Readiness Assessment – Greenhouse Gas Footprinting – Climate Scenario Analysis – Target Setting – Climate Transition Plans – Climate Communications
Aligning with the latest climate science our team of experts guide businesses towards innovative solutions to both mitigate risk and achieve their sustainability goals as they start, or continue, their journey to achieve net zero.
South Pole helps companies turn their climate ambition into climate action by helping measure their environmental footprint. Our climate experts help businesses set climate targets and create roadmaps to achieve them, we identify decarbonisation opportunities and help businesses to fund climate action through the purchasing of carbon credits. We also support businesses in communicating their climate action, helping them to lead the transition towards a low-carbon future.
All South Pole office locations are powered by 100% renewable energy since 2019.
South Pole Australia is certified via Climate Active, meaning that we are taking climate action by compensating for our emissions by offsetting through carbon credits, while we are working towards Net Zero.
Structural market shifts in everything from policy and integrity to supply and demand mean staying up-to-date has never been so important for managing and mitigating escalating carbon costs, and generating a diverse future-proof portfolio of carbon credits. The guide includes strategies for securing multi-year offtake agreements to avoid price shocks, aligning procurement with the latest science-based standards, and communicating your climate impact transparently, making it the must-have download of 2026.
Article 6 of the Paris Agreement plays a crucial role in our global efforts to combat climate change. This 20-minute guide explains Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, why it is important, how it helps countries and companies meet their climate targets, and more.
Energy Attribute Certificate (EAC) markets evolve fast. So staying up to date is important to know the best time to buy.
Initiated eliminating the plastic of our tea packs by introducing a tearstrip design.
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On track (+233,340,000 tCO2e as of 2023)
On track (+233,340,000 tCO2e as of 2023)
South Pole is committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across our value chain by 2040. Our near-term target is to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 72% by 2030 from a 2019 base year and commit to reducing scope 3 emissions from air-related business travel 91.5% per FTE by 2030 from a 2019 base year. South Pole further commits to reduce all other absolute scope 3 emissions from business travel 27.5% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. In line with South Pole’s goal to achieve net zero GHG emissions, our long-term target is to reduce absolute scope 1,2 and 3 emissions 90% by 2040 from a 2019 base year.
South Pole, The Climate Company South Pole is the world’s leading carbon asset developer and climate consultancy. Since 2006, South Pole has been a trusted partner and advisor to governments, public sector organisations, and leading businesses on their decarbonisation journeys. We serve over 1,000 clients across the world, and our global team of experts has helped many Fortune 500 businesses implement comprehensive strategies that help build resilience and turn climate action into long-term business opportunities. And in line with our mission to deliver true climate impact for all, South Pole has used the power of markets to help channel climate finance to over 850 projects in more than 50 countries across the globe. For more information, visit www.southpole.com.
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South Pole operates as a leading climate consultancy, helping organisations navigate their decarbonisation journeys since 2006. Their comprehensive approach focuses on transforming businesses by measuring and reducing climate impact while engaging stakeholders throughout the process. The company’s mission centres on achieving true climate impact by empowering everyone to participate in solving climate change, with an ambitious goal of removing, or preventing, over 100 gigatonnes of carbon emissions.
South Pole provides extensive support for climate-related reporting requirements and business resilience. Their expertise includes conducting greenhouse gas footprinting, performing climate scenario analysis, and assisting with sustainability reporting standards readiness assessments. These services help organisations comply with mandatory climate-related reporting requirements while taking meaningful climate action.
South Pole facilitates access to environmental certificates through various mechanisms, including carbon credits, Energy Attribute Certificates, and biodiversity credits. Their expertise in environmental certification spans nearly two decades, providing organisations with market knowledge to navigate sustainability challenges effectively.
South Pole specialises in helping businesses achieve their net-zero ambitions through science-aligned approaches. Their services include developing climate transition plans and creating detailed roadmaps for emissions reduction. They assist companies in measuring their environmental footprint and setting achievable climate targets in line with global best practice.
As the world’s leading carbon asset developer, South Pole has channelled climate finance to over 850 projects across more than 50 countries. Their Climate Finance team supports companies in evaluating project feasibility, designing and certifying solutions, and commercialising voluntary or Article 6 credits. This expertise helps accelerate decarbonisation efforts at scale.
South Pole’s approach integrates business, social, and environmental considerations, helping organisations decarbonise in ways that benefit business, people, and planet. With offices in over 30 countries, they maintain a global perspective while implementing locally relevant solutions.