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AgriZeroNZ announces new UK partnership

AgriZeroNZ has entered a new partnership with Britain’s national innovation agency, Innovate UK, which is expected to unlock new investment opportunities in work to accelerate development of emissions reduction tools for NZ farmers. “The UK is highly regarded as a thriving hub for innovation, and we’re excited to tap into this network of high potential businesses across the agritech system with Innovate UK,” says Wayne McNee. 

   
   
   

Climate Change Commission releases advice on NZ ETS

Market confidence in the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZ ETS) has improved but remains fragile according to the Climate Change Commission. Its latest adviceaiming to support a credible, predictable and stable market, recommends the price control settings should stay the same with minor adjustments for inflation.

   
   
   

Beca establishes new Chief Sustainability Officer position

Beca has created a new Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) role to help the organisation drive resilient future communities. With a focus on Beca’s core focus areas, newly appointed Sanchia Jacobs says, “My appointment signals a continued commitment to aligning our business to deliver solutions for a warming planet and a community need that will change.” More details here.

   
   
   

Have your say on proposals to amend waste legislation

The Ministry for the Environment is seeking input on proposals to amend the key legislation that regulates waste and litter in New Zealand: the Waste Minimisation Act 2008 and Litter Act 1979. The Government wants your feedback on ways to make our waste legislation more effective, clear and consistent. Have your say here.

   
   

XRB Chair EOI

The External Reporting Board is taking expressions of interest for the Chair of the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board role. This appointment will be for an initial three-year term. Those with experience in auditing, assurance standards, corporate governance and strategy are encouraged to apply. Find out more here.

   
   

Reporting Corner: Ākina Final Impact Report

The Ākina Foundation has released its final Impact Report before it closes its doors on April 30th. Demonstrating the foundation’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement to create a sustainable, prosperous and inclusive world, they hope it will act as inspiration for future impact practitioners to create a more impactful Aotearoa. 

   
   
   
In other news
   
Job opportunities
   

Silver Fern Farms (Christchurch)

Data Lead - Nature Positive Programme

Silver Fern Farms (Christchurch)

Environmental Manager - Land

Summerset (Wellington)

Sustainability Specialist

The Lever Room (Auckland)

Head of Carbon

   

SBC hui

   

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.

   

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.

   

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.

   

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.

   

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.

   

Other hui

   

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.

   
   

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.

   

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.

   

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

   

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.

   

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.

   

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.

   

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 Tuesday 12pm. 

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