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Joint SBC and CLC submission on Climate Related Disclosures | SBC and CLC have submitted a joint response to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Climate-related Disclosures (CRD) Consultation. Key outtakes? SBC and CLC support the CRD scheme, seeing transparent climate reporting as essential to building a low-emissions, climate-resilient economy. SBC and CLC made some suggestions for enhancements in the submission. | | | |
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Christchurch Airport unveils electric fire truck |
Christchurch Airport has taken another significant step in its commitment to operational excellence and sustainability, taking possession of Aotearoa New Zealand’s first electric fire truck. The technology is also the first electric fire truck at any airport in the Southern Hemisphere. The arrival of the new vehicle is part of the airport’s broader fleet transition programme. | | | |
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Budgeted Government spend reflects increased spend on extreme weather | Government is expected to spend approximately $3.55bn on the environment for 2024/25 according to the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment’s latest estimate. Against the previous fiscal year, the composition of that expenditure has changed considerably with a significant increase relating to extreme weather events caused by climate change and drops in expenditure in other areas. | | | |
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A sustainable marine sector |
A new report by Westpac ‘A Sustainable Marine Sector: Transitioning to a Blue Economy’ has been published exploring how the finance sector can support Aotearoa New Zealand’s transition to a more sustainable “blue economy”. The report estimates that in 2022 the marine sector contributed more than $10bn to the Aotearoa New Zealand economy, and that this figure could increase to $14bn by 2035 if the sector is able to make the shift. | | | |
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Fonterra has announced new incentives for farmers | Fonterra has announced new funding, designed to build a stronger Co-operative and grow shareholder value through helping farmers reduce on-farm emissions. For the 2025/26 season a new payment will be introduced for farms that achieve certain emissions-related criteria. New incentives that benefit farmers will be funded through separate agreements with Mars and Nestlé, who have been working with Fonterra. | | | |
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Feasibility study for green hydrogen facility published |
EECA has published a new feasibility study with Fortescue, relating to the development of a green hydrogen facility at Marsden Point. The proposed facility aims to produce synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) to help decarbonise the aviation sector, particularly for long-haul flights where other emission-reduction technologies might not be feasible. A key component is the integration of demand response capability. | | | |
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Sustainability professionals survey currently open | We are inviting all eligible professionals in Aotearoa New Zealand to take part in the latest survey on the sustainability profession in Aotearoa New Zealand. The sixth annual survey has been launched by Oxygen Consulting, in partnership with SBC, AUT, and SBN. It is open from 7 February–7 March to people currently working in Aotearoa New Zealand who have sustainability as part of or all of their role. Complete the survey here. | | | |
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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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Leading in a complex world Auckland | 26 March 2025 | 7:30 - 9am
Join SBC for a groundbreaking breakfast to introduce the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) to Aotearoa. SBC are honoured to be hosting the world thought leader, leadership expert, author, and CEO of Cultivating Leadership, Jennifer Garvey Berger during her short visit to New Zealand. Discover how this global movement is helping individuals and businesses develop the skills and mindset needed to drive sustainable development and social transformation. | |
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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS 28 FEBRUARY: 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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NEW: Climate Action Kōrero: What’s in store for 2025 Online | 13 March | 10 - 11am
As national and global policy shifts, the responsibility of climate action falls to businesses making inaction a costly risk. Climate action is not just a compliance task—it’s a strategic priority. Experts from Toitū Envirocare, Ekos and DETA Consulting are coming together to explore the key climate developments shaping the year ahead. | |
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All Heart NZ Sustainable Lunch Christchurch | 20 March 2025 | 11am - 1pm
Join All Heart NZ for their first Sustainable Lunch Series of the year in Christchurch! All Heart NZ's Sustainable Lunch Series aims to educate, connect and empower key decision makers to further their organisation's sustainability efforts. During each event you will hear about different organisation's strategy and the good work being done. You're invited to learn, network and share your own experiences with like-minded people. | |
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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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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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NEW: EDS Conference: Dollars & Sense 12 - 14 May 2025 | 8:30am - 5pm
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. | |
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