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Upskill on human rights in the supply chain | SBC, in partnership with Deloitte and Walk Free is co-hosting The Collaborative Advantage, a peer-to-peer network. The programme’s 2025 focus is human rights in the supply chain, with the first online hui on Thursday, 6 March. The session will explore the implications of Aotearoa New Zealand’s renewed modern slavery legislative efforts for businesses and the investment drivers for human rights due diligence. | | | |
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CCBC submissions welcomed |
Our theme for the Climate Change & Business Conference 2025 is Ambition. Accountability. Action. With a focus on the ‘how’, this year’s sessions will showcase examples of cutting-edge action in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally. We welcome ideas from across our network that support this theme, with submissions closing this Friday 28 February. Find out more on the CCBC website. | | | |
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Last chance for SLP early bird prices | Early bird registrations for the 2025 Sustainability Leadership Programme close this Friday. Have you secured your spot yet? Read some of the impact stories from 2024 participants and register for this year's programme by 28 February to access early bird prices (SBC members also get an additional discount). | | | |
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'Backing Better' with Oxygen Consulting |
Principal Consultant, Gerri Ward, is the host of ‘Backing Better’ a series of insightful interviews with young sustainability thought leaders who are making a real positive difference tackling climate change. Episode 1 features Hannah Paterson, Associate Director of Sustainable Finance at Westpac New Zealand. Episode 2 highlights Finn Ross, a passionate climate scientist and relentless solutions-seeker. Be sure to tune in! | | | |
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Carbon capture framework in focus for government | The Government has announced key decisions on a Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) framework to enable businesses to benefit from storing carbon underground, delving into high-level regulatory framework and next steps. Detailed design decisions will be made early this year, followed by the introduction of legislation in 2025. | | | |
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Contract supports electrification |
Mercury has agreed a long-term contract with Fonterra to support the electrification of their Edgecumbe and Waitoa operations. Mercury’s supply agreements extend for ten years for each site. "Having a guaranteed buyer for a significant portion of our portfolio – about the size of a large wind farm – gives us the confidence to continue investing and building more renewables, a key focus for us," said Mercury’s Executive GM Wholesale Markets, Tim Thompson. | | | |
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Leading in a time of uncertainty | SBC’s Sustainable Transition Leaders Breakfast Series has kicked off workshops in partnership with KPMG. Leaders from 12 businesses represented a wide range of sectors to discuss how to create a purpose driven culture and embed sustainability at the heart of your operating model. Register your interest for our next cohort. | | | |
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Renewable hydrogen’s role for industry |
Renewable hydrogen remains a key factor for industrial decarbonisation where direct electrification and energy efficiency aren’t viable, competitive, or more effective. However, according to WBCSD, a nuanced approach is essential when adopting this decarbonisation solution. Read their latest article, developed in collaboration with We Mean Business Coalition, to explore key action areas. | | | |
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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS 28 FEBRUARY: Sustainability Leadership Programme 2025 Hybrid course | May to July 2025
Leadership is one of the key levers that allows organisations to accelerate their sustainability progress, and yet only 34% of sustainability professionals in Aotearoa New Zealand feel completely confident in their current role. Grow your confidence, networks and ability to make an impact through the 2025 Sustainability Leadership Programme (SLP), a partnership between Catapult and SBC designed to help you develop the leadership skills needed to help embed sustainability at the heart of your business. Watch the taster recording here. | |
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Leading in a complex world Auckland | 26 March 2025 | 7:30 - 9am
Join SBC for a groundbreaking breakfast to introduce the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) to Aotearoa. SBC are honoured to be hosting the world thought leader, leadership expert, author, and CEO of Cultivating Leadership, Jennifer Garvey Berger during her short visit to New Zealand. Discover how this global movement is helping individuals and businesses develop the skills and mindset needed to drive sustainable development and social transformation. | |
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Climate Action Kōrero: What’s in store for 2025 Online | 13 March | 10 - 11am
As national and global policy shifts, the responsibility of climate action falls to businesses making inaction a costly risk. Climate action is not just a compliance task—it’s a strategic priority. Experts from Toitū Envirocare, Ekos and DETA Consulting are coming together to explore the key climate developments shaping the year ahead. | |
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NEW: NCCRA call for evidence: Communities, Local Government and NGOS Online | 18 March | 12 - 1pm
Join the Climate Change Commission to learn more about their adaptation work programme and National Climate Change Risk Assessment. | |
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All Heart NZ Sustainable Lunch Christchurch | 20 March 2025 | 11am - 1pm
Join All Heart NZ for their first Sustainable Lunch Series of the year in Christchurch! All Heart NZ's Sustainable Lunch Series aims to educate, connect and empower key decision makers to further their organisation's sustainability efforts. During each event you will hear about different organisation's strategy and the good work being done. You're invited to learn, network and share your own experiences with like-minded people. | |
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Communicating Sustainability Masterclass 2025 Hybrid course | 25 March 2025 | 8:30am - 5pm
Learn how to communicate sustainability effectively and authentically. This masterclass is a day of hands-on learning led by industry experts. Topics include greenwashing, effective messaging, behavioural change and AI. It includes presentations, panels and interactive workshops, plus ample time for networking. | |
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Masterclass: How to steer clear of greenwashing 26 March 2025 | 8:30am - 5pm
Are you at risk? Can your sustainability claims stand up to scrutiny? Are you confident about the requirements in Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and other parts of the world? | |
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NEW: Creating a best places to work culture 26 March 2025 | 9am - 4:30pm
What would your business outcomes look like if your people felt more fulfilled, rewarded, heard, connected, and empowered? Whether intentional or organic, culture sits at the heart of all these outcomes. It influences how people interact, team morale, how decisions are made, how people are rewarded and recognised, strategic direction, productivity, how customers are served, and more. Whether you are leading a start-up and are right at the beginning of your cultural journey or have a well-established culture, this Masterclass will open your eyes to another dimension in people-centric workplaces. | |
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EDS Conference: Dollars & Sense 12 - 14 May 2025 | 8:30am - 5pm
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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