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Business sustainability efforts still falling short of consumer expectations, says new research
New research from Kantar and the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) reveals Kiwi consumers believe business action is falling short of business responsibility, both in terms of climate change and environmental issues and community and social challenges. The...
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Pānui news – 2 May
In this edition of Pānui, we share a final reminder to feed into SBC/CLC's submission to the CCC Pathways, we share new offerings in our Leadership in Sustainability work programme, Mike offers his takeaways from the WBCSD Global Network Partner meeting, the CCBC...
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2024 Better Futures: 3 opportunities for business to harness
Jay Crangle, Head of ESG On 22 March, Kantar and SBC launched the 15th edition of the Better Futures Report, which tracks consumer perspectives on environmental and social issues over time. The results of this year’s report revealed an ever-growing group of...
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From fringe to mainstream – Sustainable Business Council celebrating 20th anniversary
On World Environment Day, the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) is celebrating its 20th anniversary of helping businesses be the best for New Zealand – and the world.
How can transport get to net zero?
Over 45 transport industry company leaders met in Christchurch for a joint SBC and Climate Leaders Coalition event on Tuesday, to explore the pathway to zero emissions for freight transport by 2050.
Pānui News – May 30
In this week’s Pānui, Kate Alcock reports back from the Net Zero Transport workshop, Deloitte and Porter Novelli look at the Wellbeing Budget, and IAG stands up on domestic violence.
Guest blog: Sustainability – an approach whose time has come
As a founding member celebrating the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) turning 20-years-old, The Warehouse Group’s Chief Sustainability Officer David Benattar says the Council embodies an idea whose time has come.
Guest blog: The Budget is coming…
Is this just a normal budget with a better brand? How can a spreadsheet have feelings? James Walker from Porter Novelli looks at the the Government’s first “Wellbeing budget”.
Pānui News – May 23
In this week’s Pānui, we look at what 1.5 degrees means for Science-Based Targets, Moana and Sanford introduce new fishing technology, and it’s all about electric vehicles this week.
On to a good target…
How Science-Based Targets can help your business – Kate Alcock has the latest.
Pānui News – May 16
In this week’s Pānui, thinkstep has its Science-Based Target approved, NZ Post and Waste Management feature in the new Te Papa exhibition, and there are new CLC case studies from DB Breweries and CHEP.
Helping you embark on a low-emissions voyage
So you want to make a difference on climate change, but don’t know where to start? Embark is a one-day event dedicated to connecting businesses with low emissions solutions, products, providers and services.
Pānui News – May 09
In this week’s Pānui, the Climate Leaders Coalition supports the Zero Carbon Bill, tidy Kiwis are becoming more considerate, and we kick off celebrations for our 20th anniversary.
Guest blog: A few thoughts on the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill
Storytelling, climate related risk and helping customers offset their own emissions – what does the Zero Carbon Bill mean for businesses? James Walker from Porter Novelli’s new sustainability practice looks at the detail, the wider context and the potential opportunities for business.
Guest blog: Tidy Kiwis are becoming more considerate
Nearly three-quarters of New Zealanders say that environmentally friendly packaging influences their purchase decisions.