SBC Weekly Pānui

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Synlait commits to sustainable future
New SBC member Synlait Milk has committed to reducing its environmental impact significantly over the next ten years. It has released a long list of bold commitments, including a pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35 per cent per kilogram of milksolids on-farm, and 50 per cent off-farm by 2028. More here.

Business lessons on Science Based Targets

SBC, WWF and Enviro-Mark Solutions recently ran their second workshop on Science Based Targets and it’s now online. In this session, SBC members Contact Energy, Ports of Auckland and Fletcher Building share their learnings on setting science based targets.

Vector Lights celebrate Matariki

Vector Lights and Auckland Council are celebrating Matariki, the Māori New Year festival, every Friday and Saturday night between 6PM and midnight, until July 22. Be sure to check it out. The light show tells the story of Te Kawerau a Maki and the importance of their role as kaitiaki - guardians of the land and the natural environment.

New Kiwi Guardian sites for Auckland region
The Toyota Kiwi Guardians national network now has 100 adventure sites across Aotearoa, following the launch of four new sites in the Auckland region. The goal of the Kiwi Guardians conservation programme is to encourage Kiwi kids to protect and conserve NZ land, sea, fauna and flora in the decades to come.

Take the Crunch Time Quiz

Do you know the difference between solar and wind power? Do you know whether animal poo can make power? Find out all the answers to these questions, and more, in Crunch Time – Genesis’ latest addition to its School-gen educational website. Just in time for the school holidays.

New book promotes Kiwi success

100% Kiwi Business: 9 Kiwi Success Navigators contains insights and lessons, including on sustainability issues, from 100 business owners and CEOs across almost every conceivable industry. The book is by Ryan Jennings, the new Executive Director of the Buy NZ Made Campaign.

Elections for Advisory Board + FLP Alumni
Nominations for the SBC Advisory Board and Future Leaders' Alumni representative will be open from 16 - 25 July, and voting from 23 July - 8 August. The results will be announced at SBC's Annual Council Meeting on 15 August. Check your inbox for further details.

Job Alerts
Sustainable Business Australia is on the hunt for a Director of Programmes and Projects, to develop and facilitate projects focused on social impact, sustainable cities & mobility, circular economy, climate change and energy, land, food and water and natural capital. More here.

DB Breweries is looking for an Environmental Sustainability Advisor, to develop and establish a certified Environment Management System and help set science-based GHG reduction targets. More here.

Upcoming Events

Sustainable Business Council Annual Council Meeting
The future of work is now - Keeping pace in a rapidly changing world

When: Wednesday, 15 August
1.00pm-2.00pm Liaison Delegate Session
3.00pm- 5.00pm Annual Council Meeting
Where: Spark Conference Centre, 167 Victoria Street W, Auckland
Save the date!

Introduction to the Zero Carbon Bill
Enviro-Mark Solutions is organising a session to support organisations’ understanding of the Zero Carbon Bill, its intent and how to complete a submission for your company.

When: Friday, 6 July, 7:45 am to 9:45 am (8 am start with light breakfast provided)
Where: Auckland
More info here.

Save the date!
2018 Asia Pacific Energy Leaders Summit
The 3D Vision - New Energy Perspectives - this summit is the essential biennial conference for business and policy leaders, along with energy and technology professionals.
It will feature outstanding international experts and aims to help decision-makers navigate the disruptive forces that are provoking profound global change.

When: 31 October - 1 November, Wellington.
More information here.

Event series on child poverty, wellbeing and human capital

Westpac and KPMG are sponsoring a Presbyterian Support Northern Lecture Series focused on child poverty.
There are several events in Wellington and Auckland in July, which will cover a broad range of issues, including social housing, child poverty measures and public investment.

INTEGRATED REPORTING COURSE - <IR> Approved Training
Proxima will be delivering a highly interactive learning course for Integrated Reporting practitioners. SBC members are eligible for a special deal - 3 persons for the price of 2.

Where: Auckland central
When: 25/26 July, Auckland. Read more here

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