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Eco-farm looks for sustainable solutions
In this week's Sunday Star-Times article based on a UN Sustainable Development Goal, the science and innovation employed by Sanford to reduce its waste and use of plastic takes centre stage. The company's Pelorous Sound eco-farm is replacing old ropes used for mussel ties, with plant-based materials that biodegrade in compost.

Spark's Pride campaign hits headlines
Spark's Auckland Pride Festival campaign, promoting a new partnership with LGBT counselling service OUTline, drew the ire of some social media users last week. The video showed a gay couple raising a baby, but it was the company's response to the criticism that stole the headlines. Read this Spinoff column, written by Spark's social media manager, and check out TV3's coverage here.

OZ solar power boom could double capacity
Across the ditch, industry analysts are suggesting Australia's solar power capacity could nearly double in a year, with an unprecedented number of industrial solar farms being approved. Read more here.

New OnGas plant hires local
Vector has opened its new OnGas liquid gas plant in Papakura, Auckland. The site serves around 65 per cent of the New Zealand market for barbecue gas bottles and is focused on good health and well-being. Its 30 staff were employed from the local community and are paid a living wage. They are also provided with breakfast and lunch everyday. Read more here.

NZ’s first solar e-bike rechargery
Electric bikers in Auckland have a new hangout spot downtown, where they, and their bikes, can recharge with clean energy and a caffeine hit. Big Street Bikers have teamed up with Mercury to create our first ever public solar-powered electric bike recharging station. Learn more here.

SBC welcomes Ravensdown
Ravensdown has joined the Sustainable Business Council. The farmer-owned co-operative provides nutrients and advice to the food sector, so farmers can reduce their environmental impact and optimise value from the land. Learn more here.

Upcoming Events

Taking on sustainability in 2018 & Tickled Pink
Come have a drink with the SBC team and its members, to talk about projects and priorities for the year ahead. There will also be an interactive session with Tickled Pink, on transforming business performance through happiness.

AUCKLAND: Thursday 15th February, 5:00-6:30pm. Auckland central, Generator @ Grid AKL, 12 Madden Street, Wynyard Quarter
WELLINGTON: Tuesday 20th February, 5:00-6:30pm. BusinessNZ, Level 6 JacksonStone House, 3-11 Hunter Street + Livestream https://livestream.com/accounts/22384475/events/8034089

Proxima presents: The rise and rise of ESG investment
An event about why Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investment matters and how to respond. You’ll hear about what information ESG investors are looking for and the how and why of effective engagement on shareholder and stakeholder interests.
Wellington: Tuesday 27th February, 5:30pm. Please contact Calum@proxima.global to register.
Auckland: Wednesday 28th February, 5:30pm Register here.

New Zealand Sustainable Development Goal Summit
Bringing together business, government, civil society, and the tertiary sector to work on ideas for delivering the Sustainable Development Goals in NZ.
When: Monday 23rd April
Where: Victoria University of Wellington More details and register here

SAVE THE DATE! SBC Annual Council Meeting - Wednesday 15th August.

Time and venue TBC

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