Australian Worker Survey Reveals Trust Gap in Corporate Climate Action

Researchers Astghik Mavisakalyan and Langlois surveyed 2048 workers across Australia regarding corporate climate commitments. The report found that while 97 per cent of employees believe large Australian companies have a responsibility to address climate change, only 14 per cent believe their own employer is making good progress on climate commitments. This finding highlights a significant trust gap between employee expectations and perceived corporate performance.

The findings indicate that workers demand independent verification and accountability from businesses regarding environmental commitments. Despite 57 per cent of employees stating their employer had made a public climate commitment, the low perception of progress suggests increasing pressure on companies to demonstrate tangible results rather than relying on public communications.