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What an incredible two days we had earlier this week at the 2024 Climate Change & Business Conference, joined by over 660 participants in-person and online. This year's Conference was both sobering and inspiring. We heard from scientists, business, Government, iwi, NGOs and activists, we workshopped shared challenges, and (arguably most importantly) we connected with and were energised by our fellow sustainability champions. CCBC will be back at the Viaduct Events Centre again next year on 8-9 September 2025, and we're already looking forward to it!

   
   

Updates to the SBC Advisory Board

Following the appointment of Beca CEO Amelia Linzey to the SBC Advisory Board in August, we are very pleased to welcome our newest Board member Catherine McGrath (Westpac NZ CEO), who has led large-scale transformations at some of the world’s best known banks. We have three vacancies on the board and will be inviting Council Members to express their interest early next week.

   

NZ Post welcomes electric tractors

In the next step on its decarbonisation journey, NZ Post has activated its three new electric Scania Tractor units. “Heavy transport plays a vital role in our economy, but it’s also a significant contributor to our national emissions, so helping to reduce emissions within our road freight sector reflects NZ Post’s commitment to our people, our communities, and the environment.”
   

Zespri launches feasibility study into low-emission international shipping

Zespri and one of its key shipping partners are commissioning a feasibility study into setting up a low-emissions shipping corridor between Tauranga and Belgium via the Panama Canal. "While kiwifruit is a low-carbon product, shipping emissions make up a larger portion of the product’s overall carbon footprint at 43 percent - and that’s why action is a priority."
   
   

Sustainability Reporting Corner

Here is what we have in this week's sustainability reporting corner:
       
       

    Health and wellbeing impacts of adverse weather conditions

    The Ministry of Health commissioned research after the extreme weather events of 2023 into the impacts of such events on the health and wellbeing of affected communities. The researchers have provided extensive recommendations for the health system, health providers, the emergency response sector and to prepare for further impacts from climate change. 
      Future Focus Corner

      As the next generation of leaders emerges and matures, it is imperative that we redefine leadership models to ensure they are inclusive and accessible to all. In this article from the World Economic Forum, 12 leaders who are championing change in various fields share how they are redefining leadership to embrace inclusivity.
         
      In other CCBC news
         
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      SBC hui

         

      NEW: SBC Thriving Voices - Wellness in the workplace and building employee wellbeing 

      Online | 15 October, 1:00pm NZST

      (SBC members only) In a previous Thriving Voices session with DLA Piper and Business Leaders' Health and Safety Forum, we unpacked what mental wellbeing at work looks like, what your role as a leader is, and how you can make the best investment in supporting the mental wellbeing of your people. In this session, we will build on that content by exploring what ‘best in class’ looks like and how it is achieved.

         

      Nature Positive Readiness workshop series with SBC and Beca

      Online | 15 October to 22 November 2024

      After a successful launch earlier this year, the online Nature-Positive Readiness workshop series with Beca and SBC returns in October. Running through to the 22 November, this series equips businesses with the essential tools and insights to become nature-positive. Through two in-depth workshops and personalised one-on-one sessions with our specialists, you'll gain actionable strategies tailored to your organisation's needs, setting the stage for your nature-positive journey. Check out the brochure for details and secure your spot by registering below before 30 September.

         

      Other hui

         

      Unlocking energy efficiency in Aotearoa (BusinessNZ Energy Council)

      BusinessNZ, Level 13 NTT Tower, Wellington | 25 September, 4:00pm NZST

      As New Zealand faces energy scarcity, both with limited gas and electricity supply, improving the supply imbalance takes priority to ensure the lights stay on, businesses stay in New Zealand and energy is affordable to decarbonise our economy. Join our panellists as they discuss ways to improve energy efficiency through new emerging technologies, identifying barriers and solutions to its adoption including quick wins we can do now, the role that Government and the private sector can play, and ways to unlock more demand-side flexibility.

         

      NEW: Business for Good (NZTE and B Lab)

      Wellington TBC | 15-16 October 2024

      NZTE and B Lab are bringing the Business for Good programme to Wellington for the first time on October 15 and 16. If you are an NZTE customer you are invited to join this cohort programme designed for companies to measure and improve their impact through the B Corp framework. Though a mix of in-person workshops and site visits alongside 1:1 consultations and online training, this is a unique opportunity to accelerate your sustainability journey alongside likeminded, purpose-driven companies.

         

      See all SBC events here. For other low emissions events, see the Climate Leaders Coalition events calendar.

      Please send Pānui stories (50 words plus square image) or event listings (100 words plus banner image) to sbccomms@businessnz.org.nz by Wednesday 12pm. 

      See guidelines around SBC's expectations of member communications and transparency here. 


      12 September 2024
         

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