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Insights from the top: How to truly embed sustainability into your business model and brand | |
Sustainability is recognised as no longer a 'nice to have' – but truly embedding it at the heart of your business requires willingness to make wholesale changes, which isn't always an easy sell to stakeholders. In our newest 'Insights from the top' video, we share valuable learnings from some of our member CEOs around how business leaders can embed sustainability in the core of their business. | |
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Better Futures Thrive 2024 |
SBC and Kantar are pleased to have launched the inaugural ‘Better Futures Thrive Report’, providing deeper insights off the back of a perceived gap in social sustainability action by business revealed in the Better Futures Report. The new research highlights an opportunity for businesses to drive greater commitment and action on social responsibility. Read the media release here and download the full report here. | | | |
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Better Futures Thrive 2024 | SBC and Kantar are have launched the inaugural ‘Better Futures Thrive Report’, providing deeper insights off the back of a perceived gap in social sustainability action by business revealed in the Better Futures Report. The new research highlights an opportunity for businesses to drive greater action on social responsibility. Read the media release here and download the full report here. | | | |
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Debrief on CCBC 2024 (SBC & EDS) |
In this video update, SBC Executive Director Mike Burrell and EDS CEO Gary Taylor discuss the 2024 Climate Change & Business Conference which took place earlier this month, including their session highlights, the fireside chat with the Minister, international speakers, the format, planning for next year's conference (taking place on 8-9 September) and more. Watch the full update here. | | | |
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XRB consulting on transitional adjustments to CRD reporting regime | The External Reporting Board (XRB) will publish a consultation document exploring options for transitional adjustments to the Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards. Potential transitional adjustments to the regime include looking at easing certain requirements to allow time for improvements in data availability and quality. Read more here.
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| AMP makes first Global Climate Fund investment
| AMP is pleased to announce the first private capital investment made by its Global Climate Fund as part of its partnership with BlackRock, funnelling USD $17.4m into two global solar companies. “These initiatives not only offer high-quality investment opportunities but also contribute to the critical transition to a low-carbon economy.” | | | |
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Launch of Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund (EECA) | Last week, EECA announced the launch of the Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, designed to support businesses to invest in vehicles that are cleaner and cheaper to operate. “Transport accounts for 18 per cent of New Zealand’s total emissions, which is why the Government wants to remove barriers and accelerate businesses to switch to lower-emission technologies." | | | |
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Sustainability Reporting Corner |
Here is what we have in this week's sustainability reporting corner: | | | |
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CSF and Government announce new sustainable finance strategy | Last week, the Minister of Climate Change Hon. Simon Watts announced that the New Zealand Government is partnering with the Centre for Sustainable Finance (CSF) to develop a sustainable finance strategy for New Zealand, providing clarity on the Government’s priorities to increase the flow of capital for sustainable and transition opportunities. Read more here. | | | |
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SBC Thriving Voices: Wellness in the workplace & 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. | |
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NEW: SBC Spotlight Series: How did we go? Insights into the first year of climate related disclosures in Aotearoa Online | 30 October, 10:00-11:30am NZST
(SBC members only) Join us for this special Spotlight session, where we will explore insights and reflections on the first round of climate disclosures. A panel of experts from Tonkin + Taylor, XRB, FMA, Chapman Tripp and Informed City will provide their views on technical aspects, climate scenarios, governance and legal aspects, and broader comparative observations. The session will involve moderated panel discussion, along with plenty of time for questions. | |
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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.
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NEW: 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. Learn more below, and register for the taster session on 5 February to get a sense for what the course is all about. | |
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NEW: A Future-Fit restaurant Ellen Melville Centre, Auckland | 8 October, 6:00-9:00pm NZST
The Climate Action Solutions team at Auckland Council in partnership with Proxima Consulting would love to invite you to the Future-Fit Restaurant event, a unique evening dedicated to exploring how sustainability can transform the hospitality industry. Through an immersive dining experience, you’ll discover how local, plant-based, and other low-carbon food choices can shape the future of food while also optimising your business's operational impacts. | |
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Find out how the climate shapes business (Toitū Envirocare) Online | 10 October, 10:00am NZST
As the climate emergency intensifies, businesses are under increasing pressure to take meaningful action. Customers, investors, and governments are demanding more transparency and accountability in how companies manage their carbon footprints. This webinar will explore how businesses can future-proof themselves in a rapidly changing landscape, where carbon reduction is not just a responsibility but a competitive advantage. | |
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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. | |
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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. | | | |
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