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Future of Work: Spark throws out the rule book
The world of telecommunications is changing fast. For Spark this meant the rule book for learning and development was having to be rewritten at least once every six weeks. As part of their move to being an agile organisation, their solution was to democratise L&D by creating their very own Netflix of learning to enable a culture of performance. Our Future of Work case studies have also been picked up by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, so well done Rob!  
Smart EV charging put to the test in NZ first
Vector Limited and 120 electric vehicle owners in Auckland have launched a trial to figure out how to best charge EVs and avoid demand on the electricity network that could cause disruption at peak times, like after work. It's all about ensuring New Zealand has the infrastructure in place to support the rapid uptake of EVs in the next 15 years. Watch the video. 
Unilever aims for waste-free world 
Since 2010, Unilever has reduced its total waste footprint per consumer by 31%. It has made two new global commitments: to reduce its use of virgin plastic packaging by 50% by 2025, with one-third coming from an absolute plastic reduction. It will also help collect and process more plastic packaging than it sells by 2025. 
Auckland Museum leading diversity & inclusion
In October 2018 Auckland Museum became the first cultural institution in New Zealand to hold the Rainbow Tick. Earlier this year, Catherine Smith, Director of People and Organisation, won the Diversity Works Walk the Talk award. Read about how she set out to create a culture of diversity. 
Building smaller landfills
By weight, the construction and demolition industry is one of the largest waste producers in the country. But this could change, thanks to a new construction and demolition ecolabel specification launched by the New Zealand Ecolabelling Trust to help reduce the amount of waste going to landfill. 
It's now easier to compare apples with apples
With over 120 companies now in the Climate Leaders Coalition, establishing your product's carbon footprint is more important than ever. thinkstep looks back at what has changed since ISO 14067 was established a year ago. 
Job vacancies
Auckland Council - Senior Sustainability & Resilience Advisor 
Fuji Xerox - Sustainability & Outreach Advisor  
Events

Climate-related risk - creating value from good governance 
Auckland, 22 October, 7 - 8:45am 
Speakers Jonathan Mason (Director, Air NZ, Vector, Westpac, Zespri), Mike Roan (CFO, Meridian), and Karen Silk (Acting GM, Experience Hub, Westpac) explore why managing climate risk is vital to ensuring the future of your business. This event is open to CEOs, CFOs and Directors. 
 Register and more information 

Sustainability leadership in a changing world
Auckland, May, June & September 2020  
Applications are open now for the 2020 Sustainability Leaders Programme delivered in partnership with Catapult. Early bird applications close 31 October and all applications are due by 29 November. Non SBC members are welcome to apply. Hear from 2019 alumni. 

A Zero Carbon Christchurch – a business focussed conference 
Christchurch, 11 October 
The Sustainable Business Network and Enviro-Mark Solutions invite you to explore what a Zero Carbon Christchurch means for your business.
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TCFD Workshops – Practical steps for implementation - McGuinness Institute
The 2017 G20 Financial Stability Board’s Recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) has emerged as ‘the framework’ shaping climate-related financial disclosures.
Auckland, 16 October 
Wellington, 17 October
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Go Global 2019 Export Conference 
Auckland, 17 October
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Beyond Green to Gold: The imperative for environmental, social, and economic sustainability 
Trans Tasman Business Circle Insight Series 
Auckland, 18 October, 12 to 2 pm
Panel includes Dr Ann Smith, CEO Enviro-Mark Solutions and Mike Bennetts, CEO Z Energy. 
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A sustainable supply chain
Auckland, October 22
Powered by EMA, Westpac and The FoodBowl.
Hear from keynote speaker Lyn Mayes (Sustainability Advisor to the Food & Grocery Council, and Director of Mad World Ltd), followed by two panels, covering the environmental and social sides of sustainability. Speakers include EcoWare, All Good, Kōkako Organic Coffee Roasters, The Warehouse Group. 
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Professor Will Steffen visiting NZ
Wellington, October 30, 9.30-11am
SBC members are invited to attend a key stakeholder session with Prof Steffen of the Climate Council of Australia at Z (3 Queens Wharf, Wellington). Please RSVP by Friday 11 October to Gerri Ward. Numbers are limited.

Get your sustainability and integrated reporting sorted
Proxima are New Zealand’s only certified provider of GRI Sustainability and <IR> Integrated Reporting training courses. These courses train participants in the technical detail and practicalities of preparing their own sustainability or integrated report.  Limited places are still available for:
GRI Standards Certified Course, Auckland, 6 & 7 November
<IR> Approved Integrated Reporting Course, Auckland, 20 & 21 November
For other low emissions events see the Climate Leaders Coalition events calendar.
10 October 2019