• The SustainNext Climate Reporting platform combines Credibl’s AI stack with Deloitte’s assurance expertise to simplify climate data collection and disclosure.
• Launch aligns with Australia’s new AASB climate reporting requirements, taking effect from July 2026.
• Designed to reduce reporting costs and time while improving compliance accuracy and long-term value creation.

Australia Prepares for New Climate Reporting Era

As Australia prepares for its most significant climate reporting overhaul in decades, Credibl and Deloitte Australia have joined forces to deliver an AI-powered solution aimed at reshaping how companies approach disclosure and assurance.

The two firms have launched SustainNext Climate Reporting, a platform integrating Credibl’s smart sustainability stack with Deloitte’s long-standing leadership in assurance and climate advisory. The collaboration targets one of the most pressing challenges for businesses: managing complex, data-heavy climate reporting under new national and international standards.

From July 2026, thousands of Australian companies will need to disclose climate-related financial risks and opportunities in accordance with the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) framework, which aligns closely with IFRS and ISSB requirements. For many, the shift marks a new phase in governance and data transparency, demanding both technical precision and strategic foresight.

Simplifying Complexity Through AI and Assurance

The reporting process has long been criticized for being fragmented, resource-intensive, and costly — often involving manual data collection across value chains. SustainNext Climate Reporting addresses these bottlenecks by automating key processes and integrating disparate data sources into one streamlined system.

According to Deloitte Australia’s Sustainability & Climate Leader, Sarah Kinsela, the platform bridges the gap between assurance confidence and digital speed. “With Australia’s climate disclosure rules on the horizon, organisations are seeking solutions that provide confidence, speed, and resilience. SustainNext Climate Reporting brings together assurance expertise with advanced technology to give businesses a clear path to compliance under AASB and IFRS standards, while laying the foundation for long-term value creation,” she said.

Jitesh Shetty, CEO and Co-Founder of Credibl, added that the collaboration is designed to free sustainability teams from data-heavy administration and focus their efforts on strategic outcomes. “Climate reporting is one of the most urgent priorities for businesses, yet it remains one of the most resource intensive. SustainNext Climate Reporting brings together Deloitte’s credibility with Credibl’s AI-driven platform to deliver clarity, automation and scale — enabling companies to meet today’s requirements while preparing for the opportunities ahead.”

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A Framework for Compliance and Competitive Advantage

The AASB’s forthcoming standards will require disclosures that extend far beyond carbon footprints, encompassing governance, risk management, strategy, and metrics tied to climate impact. For Australian businesses — particularly those with global supply chains — the ability to unify and audit sustainability data at speed will become a critical competitive advantage.

SustainNext Climate Reporting is positioned not merely as a compliance tool, but as an enabler of business value. By embedding AI to identify risk patterns, generate audit-ready reports, and benchmark progress against international frameworks, the platform aims to make climate reporting a foundation for strategic decision-making rather than a regulatory burden.

Implications for Boards, Investors, and Global Markets

For boards and executives, the Credibl-Deloitte collaboration reflects a broader transition in ESG governance: the integration of sustainability assurance into core financial systems. As investors demand greater consistency between ESG and financial disclosures, the alignment of tools like SustainNext with AASB and IFRS standards could help restore confidence in the quality of sustainability data.

The move also mirrors global shifts in policy alignment. Similar AI-supported assurance systems are being piloted in Europe and North America as regulators tighten expectations around data integrity and auditability. Australia’s early adoption places it among the leading jurisdictions advancing digital solutions for climate accountability.

Toward a More Transparent Corporate Landscape

Ultimately, SustainNext Climate Reporting represents a convergence of two critical forces in corporate sustainability — technological capability and trusted assurance. For Credibl and Deloitte, the partnership is a statement of intent: that credible climate reporting requires both intelligence and integrity.

As 2026 approaches, the platform’s success will depend on how well it helps companies bridge compliance and competitiveness, ensuring that climate disclosure evolves from obligation to opportunity — and that Australia’s transition to mandatory reporting sets a precedent for precision, trust, and long-term value creation in global markets.

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