Speeki empowers Australian businesses to navigate ASRS with confidence
Australia is entering a new era of sustainability regulation with the introduction of the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS). These new standards mark a shift from voluntary initiatives to legally mandated climate-related disclosures for many companies.
Speeki is ready to support Australian businesses in meeting these new requirements—not just to stay compliant, but to lead. Our platform combines powerful sustainability reporting software, experienced consulting services, and structured assurance support to help you deliver high-quality disclosures aligned to ASRS.
With mandatory climate reporting now in effect for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2025, the time to act is now.
Understanding Australia's Sustainability Reporting Standards
The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) were introduced in 2024 by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) under the Treasury Laws Amendment Bill.
These standards bring climate-related financial disclosures into the spotlight.The first two ASRS standards are:
AASB S1 – General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information (voluntary)
AASB S2 – Climate-related Disclosures (mandatory)
Both are built on international frameworks, specifically IFRS S1 and S2, which form the bedrock of ASRS. With strong expertise in IFRS-aligned reporting, Speeki is well positioned to help Australian companies meet these new requirements with confidence.
Mandatory reporting begins for financial years starting on or after 1 January 2025, with large entities reporting first under a phased rollout.
What This Means for Businesses
With ASRS now in place, Australian companies must meet mandatory climate-related disclosure requirements under AASB S2. This shift from voluntary to regulated reporting calls for the right tools, training, and expertise.
Speeki helps you meet these obligations with AI-driven technology and tools including Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon accounting.
Who Needs to Comply?
Large companies that meet set thresholds for revenue, assets, or employee numbers are required to report under AASB S2. Disclosures must be credible, and many will require limited assurance.
Speeki Guardian supports this by verifying your climate data, offering a trusted and technology-driven alternative to the Big 4 for ASRS assurance.
Our people, technology, and approach simplify ASRS & sustainability reporting
We believe that ESG & sustainability practices only matter when they benefit both your key stakeholders and the planet. We understand that they have greater meaning when it becomes a competitive advantage for your business.
Our focus is to help you unlock that value while meeting the regulatory requirements that may apply to you.
Ready for ASRS, built for everywhere
Speeki helps you manage all your non-financial topics in one place with a system powered by AI to support ASRS reporting and a wide range of other global standards.You can generate reports for regulators, investors, customers or internal teams, all from the same platform. Whether you're reporting in Australia, Europe, Canada or Singapore, Speeki adapts to your needs across regions and requirements.
Go further than ASRS and make a difference
While your first goal might be to meet and disclose according to ASRS, Speeki is built to take you further by tracking the full spectrum of ESG topics that matter across your business and to your stakeholders. With coverage across more than 20 ESG areas - from climate and modern slavery to data privacy and anti-bribery - Speeki helps you embed sustainability into day-to-day operations.
Carbon data with depth and direction
Speeki’s carbon accounting tool is embedded directly into the platform, making it easy to track and manage Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions alongside your broader sustainability efforts. Because it connects with your other data and tools, it amplifies insight, supports target-setting and strengthens your overall sustainability reporting
Assurance with Speeki Guardian
ASRS requires many companies to obtain limited assurance over their disclosures. Speeki Guardian offers a credible, efficient alternative to the Big 4, helping you verify the accuracy of your sustainability statements and build trust with stakeholders. It is not limited to ASRS as we provide assurance across a wide range of ESG and sustainability topics.
ESG insights
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More than just local climate disclosures
True ESG and sustainability performance starts with integrity. That means strong governance, ethical culture, and protections against corruption, fraud, and human rights abuses. These must be in place before tackling emissions, energy use, or environmental impact.
Be the safe and secure option for customers
Legislation in Europe and around the world are raising the bar for suppliers. Australian companies, with their maturity, transparency, and strong ESG practices, can stand out as partners of choice. In a competitive world, those who meet the standards will move ahead.
Lead and set the example for global business
Embracing ESG and Australia sustainability reporting opens doors to global opportunity. With transparency and intent, Australian companies can lead the agenda—benefiting both their business and the country. Leading before it’s required is the mark of real leadership.
Australia’s sustainability landscape is shaped by its own laws, industries, and risks. That’s why we don’t just apply global frameworks at Speeki. Our support is built on local insight and led by experts who understand what Australian businesses need.
Scott Lane
Scott Lane is an Australian-trained lawyer and technologist who has worked as a leader in developing ESG and Sustainability practices across multiple areas, including governance, risk, supply chain due diligence, anti-corruption, workplace issues, modern-day slavery, energy management and natural resources. Scott is a strong strategic thinker and communicator who enjoys working with boards and senior leaders to challenge norms and drive sustainability agendas.
We can help Australian companies with their ESG and sustainability efforts in many ways. Here are just a few.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or reviewing your current approach, Speeki helps you develop a tailored ESG and sustainability strategy that works for your Australian business. We support both boards and employees to ensure alignment, regulatory readiness, and consistent messaging.
Speeki’s software helps you stay ahead of Australia’s evolving sustainability reporting landscape. Easily manage your non-financial activities, from ASRS climate disclosures to internal reporting, stakeholder engagement, and broader ESG goals. With support for 20+ topics and the flexibility to go further, Speeki provides a single, integrated platform enhanced with intelligent features to streamline all aspects of your sustainability journey.
Speeki certifies the management systems of some of the largest companies in the world. We pioneered anti-bribery and compliance certifications and are expanding our portfolio to include other key areas for certification. While your certification might have the same outcome, the Speeki process includes an outstanding content experience for your certification journey.
New sustainability laws are driving demand for trusted business partners. Australia’s strong governance and compliance culture positions your business to stand out, and Speeki helps you to attract overseas customers looking for safe, reliable suppliers. Australia sets the stage. Speeki helps you take the lead.
Move beyond 'tick-box compliance' by developing whistleblowing, human rights, and other ESG programmes that align with international standards. Speeki supports you in building or upgrading these programmes to withstand regulatory pressures and customer audits. Our audit services offer independent assurance to validate their credibility and effectiveness.
Need sustainability due diligence for suppliers worldwide? Speeki provides the tools and expertise to collect, assess, and act on supplier data. From data collection and risk assessments to interviews and on-site audits, we deliver insights and practical advice to reduce exposure to human rights and environmental risks.
Your ASRS reporting and Sustainability needs begin with Speeki
