SBC and CLC are pleased to share our joint submission to the Climate Change Commission’s Pathways consultation, consolidating the views of our 160+ businesses on the emissions reduction target, the fourth emissions budget, and the inclusion of international aviation and shipping emissions in the 2050 target. Find further coverage around our submission from RNZ here and from NBR here. Thank you to all the members that participated in the consultation process.

• Auckland Council aligns with Pride Pledge
• XRB establishes Sustainability Reporting Board
• Business Leaders Guide to Climate Adaptation and Resilience (WBCSD)
• 34 more of the Warehouse Group's sites have switched to solar
• Future-Fit: Navigating Sustainability with Martin Rich (Plant & Food Research)

SBC hui

(SBC member-only event) Influencing a wide variety of stakeholders can be especially challenging during a recession when short term economic issues, rather than sustainable outcomes, are understandably what’s front of mind. SBC has established a community of practice to share good practice on this topic. At our first hui, Mitre10 will share how they are keeping sustainability front of mind in their business decision making, even during a time of fiscal constraints. Register for one or all of the upcoming sessions below. 

(CLC and SBC member-only event) Join us for our May Masterclass where we will look at the role of nature in climate action. Nature plays a critical role in mitigating and helping us to adapt to a changing climate. In this Masterclass, we take a closer look at how to include assessment of nature-based risks and opportunities in climate plans. Our speakers will share insights from their own nature positive projects and provide useful tips on how to build community partnerships to restore ecosystems and grow biodiversity in the world around us. Speakers will include Beca’s Sustainability Advisory Principal Genevieve Smith and Lyttelton Port Company’s Head of Environment and Sustainability Dr Crystal Lenky. 

(SBC member-only event) Join us for our next SBC Spotlight session where Silver Fern Farms and Circularity will explore the 'why', 'how', and outcomes of their collaborative efforts in reimagining PPE, packaging, and water use. Discover how Silver Fern Farms and Circularity have used the Circular Transition Indicator (CTI) tool, setting new standards in measuring our value chain's circularity.

Early bird registrations are now open for the 16th Climate Change & Business Conference, taking place at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland on 9-10 September. Register below before 30 June to get early bird prices, and check out our compelling programme line-up of domestic and international speakers.

Other hui

With the Jobs for Nature funding closing in 2024, many other Jobs for Nature ventures may benefit from similar services - helping them to continue driving positive outcomes for Te Taiao (natural world) without the ongoing reliance on grant funding. Join the Ākina team for an open webinar, where we walk through the process of developing an Impact Model for your organisation. This event is for Ventures that are a part of the Jobs for Nature Programme, and is free to attend.

All Heart NZ's Sustainable Lunch Series aim to educate, connect and empower key decision makers to further their organisation's sustainability efforts. During each event we hear about different organisation's strategy and the good work being done. We invite you to join us to learn, network and share your own experiences with like-minded people. Come and meet with our guest speakers, Alice Kuepper, Head of Sustainable Business and Corporate Social Responsibility for Winning Group and Troy Tindill, Country Manager for Winning Group Aotearoa & Andoo.

To date, organisations comprehensively reporting scope 3 had to choose between detailed material-based assessments or spend based-analysis using old or international emission factors. thinkstep-anz’s New Zealand specific and annually updated emission factors make spend-based scope 3 reporting easier and more accurate. Spend-based emission factors build on the financial data businesses already have and link those data to the emissions from a good or service per dollar spent. Join Cogo’s Chief Impact Officer Brian Johnston and thinkstep-anz’s Technical Director Jeff Vickers as they explain how businesses can benefit from using local EEIO emission factors.

The 101 Sustainability Workshop, coming up on May 15, is a free session run by NZ Trade & Enterprise. Within an international context we cover topics such as how to prioritise on the areas of sustainability that matter most, how to build a sustainability strategy, and how to communicate your sustainability journey to stakeholders. We will also introduce you to useful tools and practical resources to accelerate your progress. The workshops are interactive and suitable for businesses regardless of size or sector. Come prepared to make new connections and learn from the experiences of others outside your sector or industry.

The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) are already having a global impact. The ESRS are a clear signpost of the trajectory towards regulators requiring more comparable and decision-useful disclosures. Ex-Proximanaut and reporting specialist, Calum Revfem, will highlight what Kiwi businesses can learn from the first wave of companies applying this higher standard.

The conference will build on te ao Māori perspectives and knowledge. It will profile international and national experts and politicians. We will run informative and interactive workshops on emerging issues. We will pool our collective wisdom on the key challenges we face: climate, oceans, resource management, freshwater, conservation, energy and biodiversity. EDS’s 2024 conference will dig deeply into the twin challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss, what is at stake for the nation, and where the solutions lie.

Secure your seat at the All Heart NZ’s Annual Impact Report event. Following the success of last year's event, we're excited to highlight the combined accomplishments of our partnerships and passionate community, a moment to reflect on the positive change we've fostered over the year and to discuss our ambitious goals for the future. It's a celebration of dedication, innovation, and the incredible impact we've made, with an eye always looking to what's next. We’re excited to see you there!

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