A zero-carbon future that leaves no Australian behind

PwC Australia estimates that the livelihoods of about 300,000 Australians could be affected by changes in the energy sector. These changes are a result of governments and businesses working towards a zero-carbon future.  It’s a delicate balancing act between carbon-intensive industries, the communities that surround them and the huge structural changes that Australia will need to make in the future. Is a just transition to a zero-carbon future even possible?  Listen now.  Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia Guest: Patrick Viljoen, Senior Manager of Environmental, Social and Governance Policy, CPA Australia The Australian Government’s Powering Australia page has more on this topic.  You can also learn more on the Zollverein coal mine project and Germany’s transition from coal to renewables.  To learn more, read or listen to Australia’s drastic challenge to reach net zero by 2050.  CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:  With Interest INTHEBLACK Excel Tips Search for them in your podcast platform.  You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au  

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INTHEBLACK is a leadership, strategy, and business podcast from one of Australia's most respected business, accounting and finance publications – the award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine. INTHEBLACK brings together expert analysis and thought leadership across accounting, business and finance, taxation, technology, digital transformation, innovation, ethics and governance, ESG, the economy, careers, workplace and work life. Weekly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and finance professionals and corporate leaders understand, navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex business environment. Subscribe today to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes. INTHEBLACK is presented by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with core services that include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia publishes four podcasts: With Interest, INTHEBLACK, INTHEBLACK Out Loud and Excel Tips. To find out more about our podcasts, visit https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts - or search for the shows in your podcast service. To contact the podcast team email us at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au.