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Message from Mike Burrell
In his latest video, Mike talks about how SBC can help members now and in the future. And we want to hear from you - what projects should New Zealand work on for large-scale infrastructure and to achieve our zero carbon goals? More on SBC and Covid-19.
Covid-19 - BusinessNZ updates
BusinessNZ has launched a podcast update on Covid-19 and its impact on businesses. New episodes are published at 5pm daily.
For official Covid-19 information, make sure you refer to the Government website www.covid19.govt.nz.
Working together in our bubbles
Here at SBC, we've been working remotely for quite some time. But it’s different when new ways of working are ‘must do’ rather than ‘personal choice’ while juggling the demands of family and living in our bubbles. Rob Perry looks at how we can cope. Image by ThePixelman from Pixabay
COVID-19: Virtual drop-in sessions
Starting on Thursday 9 April, join your fellow SBC members at one of our virtual drop-in sessions (12 – 12:45pm) to exchange ideas and challenges relating to sustainability during the current crisis. We invite you to share how COVID-19 is impacting your programme of work, and any good practice you’ve seen that might help others. Our first session will be a pilot; we’ll look to hold more if there is interest. RSVP for the link.
Clean hands, warm hearts
SBC members are teaming up to help bust the hand sanitiser shortage. Fonterra is making more high-grade ethanol available to companies who use it to produce sanitiser products. And O-I is supporting Good George Brewery with glass bottles for the hand sanitiser it is manufacturing.
Quick action on devices With schools closed across New Zealand due to the Covid-19 lockdown, Genesis School-gen Trust partnered with the Manaiakalani Education Trust to provide 200 Chromebooks to kids in need this week. Knowing how important it will be to keep learning going during the lockdown period, they distributed the Chromebooks to students who would otherwise be without a device during this time.
SBC events
See you online!
We are exploring new virtual ways of connecting with our members. We recently held an interactive online workshop for over 70 of our members on reducing emissions in the supply chain. Let us know what topics would be valuable for you.
COVID-19: virtual drop in sessions
Online, Thurs 9 April, 12 – 12:45pm
Join your fellow SBC members at one of our virtual drop-in sessions to exchange ideas and challenges relating to sustainability during the current crisis. We invite you to share with one another how COVID-19 is impacting your programme of work, and any good practice you’ve seen that might help others. Our first session will be a pilot; we’ll look to hold more if there is interest. RSVP for the link.
Prince of Wales’s Business and Sustainability Programme
Sept 2020
This flagship residential programme brings senior executives together to explore the strategic implications of sustainability on their businesses. It looks at how, as leaders, they can ensure resilient business models. Developed by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, this programme is delivered in collaboration with EY, with support from SBC.
Other sustainability events
Webinar on strategic foresight for uncertain times
6 April - Second session added due to demand
In the coming months organisations will be working hard to support their teams and adapt to unprecedented scenarios. Phil Tate, a Regenerative Futurist at thinkstep-anz, discusses how strategic foresight offers tools for uncertain futures. Register and more information.
Climate Action Hawke's Bay - Workshop
HB Business Hub | Weds 27 May & Thurs 18 June, 9am – 12pm Check their website for any date changes
The workshop will cover measuring and monitoring emissions, science-based targets, offsetting with carbon credits and reporting. You will also hear from HB businesses already measuring and monitoring – their challenges and benefits. Register and more information
Next steps to net zero
Christchurch | 10-11 June
Carbon and Energy Professionals More information
