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Suffrage 125: Celebrating female energy 
Sky City, Vector and Auckland Museum have lit up Auckland this week to mark 125 years since New Zealand women won the right to vote. Westpac and Stuff celebrated Women of Influence at the 2018 Awards. And Teina Teariki Mana, chair of Vector’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, reflects on the state of gender equity in an industry that still lags behind.
Dow Jones Sustainability Index
Congratulations to SBC members Auckland Airport and Meridian, two of only three New Zealand companies listed in the latest Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Inclusion in the index recognises their progress on environmental, social, and governance issues.    
Catch up on our Annual Council Meeting
Our Member Engagement Manager Alison Herft reviews the video highlights from the recent SBC Annual Council Meeting on “The Future is Now”, particularly Sinead Boucher’s keynote speech on sustainable media and the Future of Work panel looking at how business and iwi are navigating big societal and technological shifts. 
Kaitiakitanga in the fishing industry
More than 60 contracted commercial fishers have attended training on New Zealand Fisheries management, health and safety compliance, and adopting a holistic approach to New Zealand’s fisheries. The Responsible Fisheries Awareness Programme is one of Moana New Zealand’s key sustainability projects. 
Sustainability opportunities in the Middle East 
The Gulf region is one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing trade partners, with $4 billion in annual two-way trade and rising. Sustainability will be a major theme of Expo 2020 Dubai, and NZTE are holding a Gulf Opportunities Showcase during October in Hamilton, Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington.  
Maori Climate Commissioner 
The Māori Carbon Foundation has appointed Donna Awatere Huata as the inaugural Māori Climate Commissioner, to provide independent Māori-focused research and advice that will help Aotearoa reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030 in line with the 2015 Paris Agreement. 
New member profile: Lumus 
Lumus is developing an open sustainability transformation model for business – the pilot has already shown significant improvements in greenhouse gas emissions, operational improvements and a better work environment. Contact Herman Potgieter to be involved in the ongoing refinement of the framework. 
Changes at SBC
Congratulations to Rachel Depree, our Climate Change Manager who is joining Zespri International in a new role as Head of Sustainability. Many of you will have worked with Rachel, who was instrumental in launching the Climate Leaders Coalition, and will miss her as much as we will. We look forward to welcoming Kate Alcock back from maternity leave. She’ll return part-time in October. 
Sustainability job opportunities
The Warehouse Group are looking for a Head of Community and Environment to lead the design and delivery of their community and environment strategy. 

Upcoming Events
Defining the Value of Sustainability for your Business 
Villa Maria, Asaleo Care, Creature and thinkstep will share in an energetic interactive workshop how sustainability can increase your revenue, reduce cost, enhance your brand and mitigate risk. SBC members can register for the thinkstep client rate. 
Full details and register now
When: 2 October 2018, 3.00 to 5.30 pm followed by networking drinks
Venue: PwC Building, Auckland 
Australia and New Zealand Climate Change and Business Conference
This conference will explore the implications of climate change for consumer preferences, business innovation, boardroom awareness and risk management.
Full details and register now
When: 9-10 October 2018
Venue: Grand Millennium, 71 Mayoral Drive, Auckland
World Indigenous Business Forum
The Forum seeks to engage indigenous people in global economic discussions. This year, world leaders in this area are coming together in Rotorua.
Full details and register now
When: 9-12 October 2018
Where: Rotorua
Carbon In Infrastructure - Lessons From The UK 
Enviro-Mark Solutions have invited UK water company, Anglian Water, to share their experience of operating under the UK’s Climate Change Act with NZ businesses. Learn about the opportunities and challenges in how business can respond and prepare for climate change. Numbers are limited:
Wellington Workshop: 12 October
Christchurch Workshop: 15 October
Calling all NZ-based directors 
Make sure your CEO and NZ-based directors don’t miss our business breakfast on creating value from good governance. Keynote speakers are Christopher Luxon, CEO, Air New Zealand, and Sir Jonathon Porritt, Founder, Forum for the Future.
Full details and register now
When: Wednesday 17 October 2018
7.00am for a 7.30am start - 8.45am, breakfast served on arrival
Venue: KPMG, 18 Viaduct Harbour Ave, Auckland 
Questions? Contact Robert Perry
Aotearoa Social Enterprise Forum 
This one-day event will deliver practical skills and inspiration for social entrepreneurs and those who work with them. Early bird tickets are on sale now.
Full details and register now
When: Friday 19 October 2018
8am - 5.30pm followed by networking drinks.
Venue: Wellington Zoo
2018 Asia Pacific Energy Leaders Summit 
The 3D Vision - New Energy Perspectives 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. 
Register now
When: 31 October - 1 November, Te Papa, Wellington. 
Early-bird discount ends soon. 
More information.
 
20 September 2018






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