No new oil and gas exploration The government has announced there will be no further offshore oil and gas exploration permits granted, with the aim of transitioning away from fossil fuels. The decision has had mixed reviews, and comes as the Ministry for the Environment releases NZ's annual report for greenhouse gas emissions, showing gross emissions are down 2.4 per cent on the previous year.
Meridian campaign takes on Norway Did you know nearly a third of all cars sold in Norway are either fully-electric or hybrid? Norway is the undisputed leader in the adoption of electric vehicles in the world, and Meridian wants to challenge that. It's launched a new campaign encouraging the uptake of EVs. Watch the video here.
Creating a sustainable coffee economy Nespresso NZ has set up more than 350 recycling collection points for its coffee pods nationwide. They provide a postal recycling service, so customers can return used pods by mail, and their website has an interactive mapthat allows customers to locate their nearest collection centre.
How blockchain could impact sustainability Blockchain has the potential to help businesses better track supply chain activity, manage impacts and make smarter decisions, which build trust with customers. SBC's Alison Herft interviewed the managing director of BSD Consulting to find out more. Watch here.
Sustainable Development Goals summit Places for business at the inaugural Sustainable Development Goals Summitin Wellington are almost full! Fresh from speaking in Europe about what Sanford is doing on SDGs, keynote speaker, Lisa Martin (GM Sustainability), will talk about how the SDGs have helped inform their business strategy and will share examples of the work they’re doing. Did you know they run sport and stop-smoking programmes for staff in Timaru that align to goal 3, Good health and well-being? Find outmore.
Auckland Bridge's innovative upkeep WSP Opus has released a video about the Auckland Harbour Bridge and its award-winning asset management programme. It's using moreenvironmentally friendly methods and products, some of which are made locally, to keep the bridge in tiptop condition. Watch here.
Recyclable jet boat reduces fuel use Ngāi Tahu Tourism has revealed its new industry-leading sustainable jet boat, which is Shotover Jet's fastest ever design. It's more fuel efficient and has an aluminium shell that is recyclable.
Cleaning up the community The Warehouse Group and Neighbourly.co.nz is helping Kiwis clean up their neighbourhoods, with The Great Community Clean Up event. Participants receive a cleaning pack, which includes gloves, rubbish bags, hand sanitiser and a $10 Warehouse Gift Card. Check out TV3's coverage.
Science-based targets workshop Following on from the popular SBC, WWF New Zealand and Enviro-Mark Solutions’ Introduction to science-based targets, we’re now offering two in-depth workshops where you’ll be able to explore science-based targets in more detail. These workshops are open to SBC members and invited guests. More info here.
Upcoming Events
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New Zealand Sustainable Development Goals Summit Bringing together business, government, civil society and tertiary institutions to work on ideas for delivering the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 in NZ.
When people sign up for the Summit, they will be presented with the opportunity to propose and develop ideas for discussion topics at the Summit's ‘action stations’.
SBC's 2018 professional development programme, called Sustainable leadership in a changing world, has opened for applications.
This year it aims to give participants new skills and thinking that will help them navigate complex environmental and social issues like climate change.
Community Investment: From Input to Impact
Thinkstep, the London Benchmarking Group, Akina Foundation and ANZ invite you to a workshop on how to assess the input, output and impacts of social or community investment activities. You'll hear industry examples from experts and practitioners, and work through the process 'from inputs to impact.
Proxima presents: GRI Standards Course
Get your sustainability reporting sorted and find out why GRI is the foundation reporting standard that underpins all other sustainability reporting frameworks.
