We face a huge and complex task to transform the global economy to truly enable and embed sustainability. Not only can we achieve this, we must.

Alexandra Banks

Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Ernst & Young, Australia

Determined sustainability problem solver. Believer in sustainable transformation. Passionate advocate for a more just, fair and sustainable world for all. Any forest is my favorite place.

Areas of focus

Alexandra is focused on sustainability and ESG strategy and transformation, particularly in relation to sustainable supply chains and responsible sourcing.

Alexandra has worked at the interface of business and sustainability her entire career and is driven to support business to meet the challenge and opportunity of sustainable transformation. Alexandra has a particular passion for understanding and managing social and environmental impacts in complex value chains, particularly for forest impact commodities.

A qualified lawyer, Alexandra worked for an international environmental non-profit and the Australian Government prior to joining EY. Alexandra has lived and worked in northern Europe and across Southeast Asia and Oceania, spending much time in forests and communities at the frontline of sustainability.

She has Bachelor’s degree in Arts (Political Science) and Law, as well as postgraduate qualifications in legal practice and public administration.

How Alexandra is building a better working world

I have spent my career seeking to understand and accelerate the change I think needs to happen in the world. Being able to work in an environment where I can bring together my personal passion for social and environmental justice with real decision making and impact, is a privilege, and responsibility.

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