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Power Purchase potential explored | SBC joined forces with BEC, ExportNZ, EVAMarketplace, EMA, and DLA Piper to host a workshop on the potential of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) market. Attended by 100 participants – cited benefits from PPAs included better control over energy bills, reliable supply, and a reduced carbon footprint. To support delivery the group canvased issues including early engagement with lenders, and the use of templates. | | | |
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Meridian signs agreement for 10 years of solar |
Meridian has signed a new agreement for the purchase of 100% of the output from Tauhei Solar Farm, for its first 10 years of operation. The solar farm will generate 280 gigawatt hours of electricity each year, enough to power around 35,000 homes. A joint venture by Harmony Energy and First Renewables, when completed in 2026, it will be Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest solar farm to date. | | | |
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Government sets emissions reduction targets for 2031-2035 | The Government has announced Aotearoa New Zealand’s international emissions reduction targets for the period 2031–2035. Analysis by the Climate Change Commission, put Aotearoa New Zealand’s domestic emissions reduction potential alone at 58% on its demonstration path for the same period. The new target aims to reduce emissions by 51–55% below 2005 levels by 2035. View the full report here. | | | |
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LIC delivers positive half-year financial results |
LIC's half-year financial result for the 6 months to 30 November 2024 has seen significant improvement from the prior year, indicating that farmers have generally weathered the tough financial headwinds of 2023 and early 2024. Board Chair Corrigan Sowman expressed pride in the co-operative's progress. “I am incredibly pleased to see farmers continue to recognise the value of investing in productive herds and resilient farms.” | | | |
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Have your say on afforestation and native forest regeneration | The Government is seeking information on partnership opportunities to afforest (plant native or exotic trees) or promote native forest regeneration on Crown-owned land (excluding National Parks) that has low farming value and low conservation value. An RFI is currently open to gauge interest in the proposal and understand viability. Feedback is due by 5pm on 28 February 2025. | | | |
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WM New Zealand case study explores sustainability solutions |
Interested in what decarbonisation activities are happening in Aotearoa New Zealand's waste sector? For WM New Zealand, initiatives include forming a Carbon Footprint Committee and converting 55 trucks to electric. Raising awareness on the environmental impacts of waste and creating renewable energy are bin-efits they’re not missing out on! Read the case study here. | | | |
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SLP 2025 Taster session Watch our online taster session for the Sustainability Leadership programme hosted by SBC’s Jay Crangle, and Catapult’s Andrea Thompson. You'll hear from past participants and learn how SLP could help you to push the sustainability dial at your organisation. Watch the recording here. | | | |
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Fonterra (Auckland, Canterbury, Hamilton & North Waikato) | |
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SBC Connects: Leadership in a Changing Landscape Auckland | 27 February 2025 | 5 - 8pm
(SBC members only) SBC warmly invites members to join us in Auckland for the first event in our annual calendar. This year, we explore ‘Leadership in a Changing Landscape’. A critical conversation for executives and sustainability champions navigating complexities such as rapid technological developments, regulatory pressures and rising inequality. | |
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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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Last places available - Sustainable Transition Leaders Breakfast Series 18 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland | February-March 2025 (3 sessions)
The shift to a low carbon, sustainable future is demanding a new cohort of ‘transition leaders’ – leaders with an understanding of the scale of the change required, an appreciation for the systemic forces hindering this transition and the uncertainty around how these might play out. Transition leaders not only need to take a long-term view but also navigate an inherently uncertain path ahead. This series gives you the space to consider the opportunity for your business and collaborate with peers to overcome the challenges to get there. | |
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NEW: Navigating Scope 3: BlueScope’s path to transparent emissions reporting Online | 20 February 2025 | 2 - 3pm
Join Devinka Piyasena, Climate Change Manager at BlueScope and thinkstep-anz's Head of Carbon Katharina Bauch, for an insightful discussion on tackling Scope 3 emissions reporting, with a focus on engaging your suppliers. | |
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NEW: 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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NEW: Masterclass: How to steer clear of greenwashing March & April 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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