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Dr. James Hazelton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Accounting and Corporate Governance at Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University. He holds dual affiliations with the Centre for Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Finance and the Smart Green Cities Research Centre. Since joining Macquarie University in 2001, Hazelton has established himself as a leading researcher in sustainability accounting, bringing valuable industry perspective from his prior work at PriceWaterhouseCoopers in audit and consulting across Sydney, London, and New York.
Hazelton's academic credentials include:
- PhD from Macquarie University
- Graduate Diploma in Environmental Studies from Macquarie University
- Chartered Accountant qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants
His research specializes in environmental accounting frameworks with particular expertise in greenhouse gas emissions, water resources, and modern slavery reporting. Hazelton has led significant government-commissioned projects including work for the Australian Bureau of Meteorology analyzing national water accounting standards and developing energy efficiency training for the accounting profession with the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage. His current research portfolio includes creating a virtual museum for the eradication of modern slavery and exploring innovative approaches to sustainability data visualization using 3D game engine technology.
Hazelton's recent scholarly output reveals evolving research trajectories across sustainability accounting domains:
- Advanced visualization techniques for sustainability data (2025)
- Cross-cultural analysis of GRI standards implementation (2023)
- Technical challenges in operationalizing water stress metrics (2023)
- Energy efficiency disclosure practices in municipal contexts (2024)
His research demonstrates consistent engagement with practical implementation challenges faced by organizations navigating increasingly complex sustainability reporting requirements. Hazelton's work bridges theoretical accounting frameworks with real-world applications across environmental and social domains.
