Publications
CFO Forum | Accounting for the Clean Energy Future Package in the Property Sector.
In recent years the property industry has been the target of increased regulations. The recently passed Australian Clean Energy Future (CEF) Package (carbon price) will impact all players in the industry (tenants, developers, owners, builders, technology and service providers). In particular building development and operational costs are expected to increase by 2 - 5% depending on the building type. GerrardBown is holding an exclusive boardroom lunch forum co-hosted by ACCA - the global body for professional accountants. The forum will discuss the opportunities, costs and policy implications for organisations created by the carbon price and other regulations
(November 2011)To register your interest, please contact Sarah Drew - email: 
National Green Leasing Policy announced.
GerrardBown worked with the Government Property Group and the National Framework For Energy Efficiency on the development of the National Green Leasing Policy (a joint initiative between the Australasian Procurement and Construction Council and the Ministerial Council on Energy). The Policy which has recently been announced is to be implemented by each Australian state and territory.
(November 2011)Click here to find out more about the National Green Leasing Policy
GerrardBown to conduct independent review of one of Australia’s first mandatory energy efficiency schemes.
The Energy Saver Incentive (ESI) is the public name for one of the first mandatory energy efficiency target schemes in Australia. The scheme is also known as the Victorian Energy Efficiency Target (VEET) scheme. The scheme places a legislative requirement on electricity and gas retailers to purchase tradeable energy efficiency certificates that are generated by householders taking up energy saving products and services. GerrardBown has been engaged by the Victorian Department of Primary Industries to perform an independent review of the operations of the Act with a copy of the report to be tabled in each house of Parliament. The report is required to be completed by the 31st December, 2011.
(August 2011)Click here to find out more about the VEET scheme
GerrardBown celebrates 5th birthday.
As part of its 5yr celebrations, GerrardBown facilitated a workshop with clients, partners and colleagues with an aim to identify one major on-going initiative that will result in improved mental health and environmental outcomes. There was strong overlap between many of the concepts developed and Arthur Papakotsias, CEO of NEAMI, conveyed his eagerness to mature these initial concepts into a viable initiative, in partnership with GerrardBown and other interested parties.
(October 2010)
Download PDFGerrardBown develops Yorta Yorta Corporate Plan.
GerrardBown is currently working with the Yorta Yorta Nation Aboriginal Corporation on the development of their corporate plan. The plan aims to clearly articulate the vision, key principles and priorities of the Yorta Yorta Nation. The corporate plan will act as a framework for future decision making and the discussion of Yorta Yorta business with stakeholders.
(June 2010)
Jason Gerrard receives Australian Leadership Award.
Jason Gerrard, a Founding Director of GerrardBown, has received a 2010 Australian Leadership Award in recognition of his leadership on issues of environmental, social and economic importance. The Australian Leadership Awards program is an initiative of the Australian Davos Connection and provides the opportunity for an outstanding new generation leaders to be recognised for their achievements and to contribute to a vision for Australia’s future. Recipients come from diverse backgrounds throughout Australia and occupy positions of responsibility or are recognised as leaders in their field.
(June 2010)Click here to find out more about the Australian Leadership Awards
GerrardBown selected for the national Indigenous Economic Development and Business Support panel.
As part of the Indigenous employment program 2009-2012, GerrardBown has been accepted as a member of the Economic Development and Business Support panel. The panel is administered by the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
(July 2009)Click here to find out more information on the program
Read our thoughts on sustainability strategy as they appear in the new book "A Human Thing: Public #5"
This book is the latest publication from the architectural firm Woods Boggot and the first book in their sustainability series. GerrardBown contributed to this publication with a piece titled "Sustainability: strategy or spin".
(March 2009)The book is available online through Amazon
The current economic storm calls for Shackleton-esque resilience
In this client update, we explore how organisations can endure and advance strategically during the most pessimistic economic outlook in recent memory. In providing this guidance we draw on leading management thought on organisational resilience and take inspiration from Ernest Shackleton’s legendary 1914 voyage to Antarctica. The result is a useful distillation of the key principles which should inform your strategy for the uncertain year ahead
(February 2009)Minimising emissions and avoiding omissions: Your strategy for thriving in a CPRS-era
In this GerrardBown update, we take a step back from the hype surrounding emissions trading, and consider where the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS) fits within the Commonwealth Government’s broader strategic response to climate change. In addition, we outline some of the key issues your business should consider in developing a strategy to address the impacts of the CPRS, climate change and a carbon-constrained business environment.
(November 2008)First Movers seminar: Sustainability and climate change - what it means to PSF strategy
GerrardBown, in partnership with Beaton Consulting, hosted a seminar on the relevance of sustainability and climate change to Professional Service Firms strategy.
(13-14 August 2008)Sustainability essential for a company’s prosperity
26 April 2007, The Age
Is European end-of-life vehicle legislation living up to expectations? Assessing the impact of the ELV Directive on ‘green’ innovation and vehicle recovery
Journal of Cleaner Production 15 (2007) 17-27
The Business of Sustainability
2007 Insight Seminar Series
GerrardBown, in partnership with Towers Perrin-ISR, hosted two seminars facilitating discussions on current perceptions of sustainability and strategic approaches to performance in this area. The report summarises issues highlighted during the seminars.
Upcoming and recent events
- Accounting for Climate Change. ACCA /IAAER CFO Roundtable presentation and discussion, Sydney, 29 October 2010
- GerrardBown celebrates 5 years. Breakfast and workshop, NGV Melbourne, 21 October 2010
- Sustainability Strategy Workshop. CSA (Chartered Secretaries Australia), Melbourne, 25 August 2009
- Does Victoria have the right strategies to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions? Monash University sustainability conference Melbourne, 24 March 2009
- Sustainability for professional service firms. First Movers seminar presentations in Melbourne and Sydney, August 2008
- The role of institutes in catalysing sustainability. Presentation at Melbourne University, 19 September, 2007.
- The business of sustainability. Seminars in Melbourne and Sydney, conducted in conjunction with Towers Perrin-ISR, July 2007
- Key Success Factors for Youth-Led Youth-focused Organisations: Lessons from Australian organisations. Philanthropy Australia Information Session, 15 May 2007
- How relevant is sustainability within business? Facilitated debate at Net Impact Conference. 23 February 2007
- Whose Business is Sustainability? Panel Discussion, Melbourne Business School, 21 February 2006.
