Climate change Climate change has emerged as the global environmental and economic challenge of the 21st century. It has significant implications for individuals, communities, governments and business enterprises. KPMG recognises the importance of this issue and leads by example, as demonstrated by a dedicated commitment to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions associated with our operations and becoming carbon neutral under the Greenhouse Friendly TM program by mid 2008. This is supplemented by KPMG’s strong history of involvement with a range of organisations, including many policy makers, the United Nations Environmental Program, the International Emission Trading Association, the Carbon Disclosure Project and private sector clients around the world. Through our global network, KPMG has provided input into the development of climate change related policies in various jurisdictions around the world. With significant local experience in Australia combined with our global network, KPMG assists clients to better understand and develop practical and effective responses to climate change related challenges and opportunities. Climate change services KPMG provides a broad range of advisory, assurance, tax and specialist services to assist clients with effectively understanding and responding to climate change related challenges and opportunities. Climate Change Resource Centre KPMG’s dedicated Climate Change Resource Centre brings together a broad range of technical knowledge and experience to help clients address the challenge of climate change, as well as support our own climate change agenda. Thought leadership KPMG has a strong commitment to providing insights and new perspectives on the emerging issues and practical challenges of climate change. Recently released publications include: Gearing Up: Business Readiness for Climate Change – KPMG and the Australian Industry Group Countdown to Copenhagen KPMG's summary analysis of the Australian Government’s CPRS White Paper KPMG’s summary analysis of the Australian Government’s Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Green Paper Climate change – Current accounting and tax issues for Australian business leaders KPMG’s journey towards carbon neutral Friend or Foe – A Focus on Carbon Offsetting Taxes and Incentives for Renewable Energy Submission by KPMG to the Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Taskforce on the Federal Government’s National Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reporting System – Regulations Discussion Paper Media KPMG professionals are also frequently called upon by Australian business media to provide commentary on climate change related issues. Memberships and sponsorships KPMG, both locally and through our global network of firms, actively leads, supports and participates in a range of local and international organisations and membership-based forums focused on climate change, sustainable development and broader corporate responsibility related issues. Events KPMG regularly holds events providing the Australian business community with the opportunity to explore issues relating to action on climate change and to share their experiences with peers. For more information on upcoming events please email the Climate Change Resource Centre at au-fmccc@kpmg.com.au Contact us For more information on how KPMG can assist with responding to climate change, please contact one of KPMG’s Climate Change Leaders or email au-fmccc@kpmg.com.au