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Ports of Auckland's targets approved by SBTi | Ports of Auckland has become one of just 700 global companies who has had their emissions reductions targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. They are the first port in New Zealand with validated 2032 science-based emissions reduction targets consistent with levels required to meet the Paris Agreement. | | | |
| Energy Excellence Awards for SBC members | Congratulations to our SBC members who won big at the New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards on 5 May. Flick Electric won the Consumer NZ Energy Retailer of the Year Award, Genesis Energy's Predictive Analytics Platform won the Innovation in Energy Award, and Fonterra's Te Awamutu transition to wood pellets, along with partners Nature's Flame, won the Low Carbon Future Award. Kā pai to our member finalists Auckland Transport, Meridian Energy, and Christchurch Airport. | | | |
| Unilever Climate Action Plan | Unilever shareholders have voted to support the company's 2021 Climate Transition Action Plan, setting out how they will achieve targets to halve zero emissions by 2030 and net zero across their value chain by 2039. More information here. | | | |
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Climate Change and Business Conference 2021 |
SBC and Climate Leaders Coalition are pleased to be partnering with the Environmental Defence Society to deliver the Climate Change and Business Conference this year. SBC/CLC members can expect a save the date email to be sent their way next week. For any questions on this conference, please contact jcrangle@businessnz.org.nz.
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Tourism package announced at TRENZ 2021 |
The TRENZ Hui 2021, managed by SBC member TIA, was held in Christchurch this week and hosted the government's announcement of 12-point plan to ensure the immediate survival and long-term transformation of the tourism sector. The $200 million programme aims to re-set the industry on a more sustainable model for the future, supporting communities and businesses through the transition.
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How electrification will preserve our prosperity |
A great article in Stuff from Neal Barclay, chief executive of Meridian Energy, discussing why he wants to see more wind farms built around NZ, and why Meridian Energy backs the Climate Change Commission’s draft advice for the widespread electrification of our transport, industrial process heat and other sectors.
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Sustainability Fundamentals 101 | Are you being increasingly asked to engage with sustainability issues, but not sure where to start? SBC and EY have partnered to develop a free, one-day course that provides you with the foundational knowledge needed to confidently engage with environmental and social sustainability issues. There are two dates available, with the Auckland event on 25 May, and the Wellington event 1 June, both from 9am - 4:30pm. Find out more here and email Jasmine.Emerton@nz.ey.com to register. | | | |
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We are monitoring Covid-19 developments closely and will advise of any changes to upcoming events. | |
Sustainability Fundamentals 101 Tuesday 25 May, Auckland | Tuesday 1 June, Wellington 9am - 4:30pm SBC and EY have partnered to develop a free, one-day course that provides you with the foundational knowledge needed to confidently engage with environmental and social sustainability issues. Join us here.
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FNZCCI Sustainability Forum 2021 Auckland | Tuesday 11 May 2021
The FNZCCI Sustainability Forum is a series of events aimed at encouraging businesses across New Zealand to reduce the environmental impacts of their operations through energy and resource efficiency improvements and drive transformational impact on local communities. First series: Sustainable lifestyles on Tuesday, 11 May 2021, (featuring SBC's Mike Burrell) and second series: Building sustainable and resilient cities on Thursday, 10 June 2021.
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Managing Change for Climate Action - Toitū Envirocare Online | 10am, 13 May 2021
Join Toitū Envirocare at their upcoming webinar, giving the tools and insights to help you get buy-in, implement change, and effectively run initiatives to manage your organisation’s carbon footprint. More information here.
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Defining the North Stars for your strategy
Auckland | 26 May 2021, 3pm - 5:30pm
The ambitious 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will be at the heart of thinkstep-anz’s upcoming workshop in Auckland. The hands-on event will guide organisations on incorporating SDGs into their strategies, featuring speakers from SBC (ED Mike Burrell and Manager Leadership Jay Crangle) and Sanford. Register here.
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IAG Climate Change Adaptation Event: What the science is telling us
Park Hyatt Auckland | 4pm - 7pm, Thursday 27 May
Come along to the first in a series of IAG-hosted events with expert speakers focused on climate change adaptation. Register here.
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BusinessNZ Wellington Seminar Wellington | 31 May - 2 June 2021
The Wellington Seminar is a one and a half-day course led by BusinessNZ experts, business leaders, relevant politicians and top government officials with real experience in creating the policy environment. Register here.
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