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Emissions fall across every sector in New Zealand in 2023 | Aotearoa New Zealand’s Greenhouse Gas Inventory (1990-2023), the country’s official annual record of emissions and removals, has revealed gross emissions dropped by 2 per cent, and net emissions by 4 per cent, between 2022 and 2023. Emissions fell across every sector of the economy. Find more details on the Ministry for the Environment website. | | | |
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Shipping first industry with internationally mandated emissions reduction targets |
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has achieved another important step towards establishing a legally binding framework to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships globally, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The agreement covers the vast majority of the world's commercial shipping and from 2028, ship owners will have to use increasingly cleaner fuels or face fines. | | | |
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KiwiRail’s new electric shunt machines arrive | KiwiRail has welcomed the arrival of two state-of-the-art Electric Shunt Machines (ESMs) from Germany. The zero-emissions vehicles are designed to safely handle shunting loads of up to 2000 tonnes, replacing some of KiwiRail’s older heavy diesel shunting locomotives (DSCs) across its rolling stock depots and workshops. | | | |
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Modern Slavery Reporting Bill |
The National Modern Slavery (MS) Reporting Bill is officially in Parliament’s Members’ bill ballot. Building business capability in human rights due diligence remains a key priority area for SBC. We've partnered with Deloitte to co-deliver the Collaborative Advantage Masterclass Series, addressing modern slavery. Register here. | | | |
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We’re delighted to announce that Danone Nutricia has joined SBC as a member. Danone is a global leader with a unique health-focused portfolio in food and beverages. Locally, Danone ANZ is a certified B Corp across its specialised nutrition businesses with manufacturing in Auckland and Balclutha. | | | |
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Engaging with Iwi Auckland | 29 April 2025 | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Join Hone Heke Ngapua-Rankin (Te Pūheke), Anthony Thompson (SkyCity) and representatives from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei at this SBC workshop on how to build authentic relationships with mana whenua. This workshop will explore how to ensure your business is genuine in its intent, the practical ‘how to’s’, as well as provide a safe space for any questions you may have. Spaces are limited. | |
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Resilience Through the Inner Development Goals Auckland | 5 June 2025 | 9:00am - 2:00pm
In our complex geopolitical environment, business leaders have a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change by fostering resilience, adaptability, and strategic influence. This workshop explores how the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) can empower leaders with the mindset, skills, and emotional intelligence needed to champion and sustain sustainability efforts, even in complex and evolving landscapes. | |
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NEW: Insights on Aotearoa New Zealand Sustainability Professionals - launch of findings 2025 Online | 26 June 2025 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Oxygen Consulting, together with the Sustainable Business Network (SBN), Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Auckland University of Technology (AUT), are launching the results of the sixth year of research into the role of the sustainability professional in New Zealand, including its challenges and opportunities. | |
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NEW: Collaborative Advantage Masterclass Series Auckland | 22 July, 31 July, 7 August 2025 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
SBC has partnered with Deloitte to co-deliver the Collaborative Advantage programme. Registrations are now open for the Collaborative Advantage Masterclass Series on addressing modern slavery taking place online. This series provides clear, practical guidance on assessing risks, strengthening policies, and improving disclosures using the Walk Free Modern Slavery Benchmarking Tool. | |
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Climate Change & Business Conference Auckland & online | 8 - 9 September 2025
Early bird registrations are now open for CCBC 2025, now in its 17th year. This year’s conference focusses on the key theme of: Ambition. Accountability. Action. The programme will delve into the ‘how,’ showcasing cutting-edge action from Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. We will have a range of keynotes, masterclasses, workshops and panels. Join us to unpack the key questions shaping our future and the critical role of business in securing it. Early bird registrations close on 30 June, so don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this important conversation. | |
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Power Up Your Business: 'Sunrise' - A Solar Energy Breakfast Event Wellington | 30 April 2025 | 8:30am - 10:00am
Join us for an enlightening morning as we discuss how solar energy can help reduce costs and emissions for businesses, and contribute to a sustainable future for New Zealand. | |
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NEW: Introducing PEET Version 6: Overview, Updates, Demo & Q&A Online | 30 April 2025 | 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Join AECOM for an insightful webinar on using the Project Emissions Estimation Tool (PEET) to calculate carbon footprints for land transport infrastructure projects. Whether you're already using the tool or exploring how it can support your work, this session is designed to provide practical guidance and updates. | |
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NEW: NZ wine industry's roadmap to net zero Online | 30 April 2025 | 3:00pm
New Zealand Winegrowers released the ambitious New Zealand Wine Roadmap to Net Zero 2050. Join Edwin Massey, General Manager Sustainability at New Zealand Winegrowers, and thinkstep-anz’s Senior Sustainability Specialist Rosie Dodd and our host CEO Barbara Nebel. Together, they’ll unpack the sustainability challenges facing the industry and what the Roadmap means for protecting and enhancing New Zealand’s reputation as a world leader in sustainable wine production - and share lessons that other industries can take from the wine sector’s approach. | |
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GRI Standards Course Auckland | 5 - 6 May 2025
Proxima is an approved GRI training partner and a member of the GRI Gold Community. This is an applied training session which means you’ll learn by applying the GRI Standards framework and concepts. By the end of the course, you will: Understand the GRI Standards framework and be able to explain it clearly to others Be able to apply the GRI concepts and framework to an organisation yourself Have the knowledge and skills to prepare a GRI Standards compliant report | |
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EDS Conference: Dollars & Sense Auckland | 12 - 14 May 2025 | 8:30am - 5:00pm
Economic development is a major focus of the coalition government. Reforms purport to remove ‘red’ and ‘green’ tape. But at what cost? Improving regulatory settings is one thing, but New Zealander's will be concerned with changes that enable more freshwater pollution, loss of indigenous species and questionable developments. The EDS 2025 environmental summit will reframe the narrative. | |
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NEW: New Zealand Climate Change Impacts on Extreme Weather Events - A Review Wellington | 30 May 2025 | 8:30am - 10:00am
We are excited to invite you to a special breakfast event where we will delve into the latest findings from a comprehensive review of scientific studies on New Zealand’s evolving risk landscape. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and engage with leading experts in the field. | |
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NEW: H2 2 ZERO Summit Wellington | 28 -29 May 2025
The New Zealand Hydrogen Council’s two-day international Summit brings together key influencers and industry and government leaders from New Zealand and around the world who are at the forefront of advancing the uptake of hydrogen as an integral part of our transition to a low emissions. | |
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