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Consumers hold the line on sustainability, expect business to do the same
New research shows that while the cost of living remains top concern for New Zealand’s consumers, their commitment to sustainability remains strong. The Kantar and Sustainable Business Council (SBC) Better Futures 2025 report - now in its 16th year, surveyed 1,000 New...
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Pānui news – 8 May
In this edition of Pānui we cover the launch of our Sustainability Superstars podcast, the CCBC 2025 Programme launch, EECA and the Centre for Sustainable Finance partnering to unlock private capital for clean energy, the launch of The Lever Room, RTA Studio and...
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Redefining employee health by moving to holistic wellbeing
By Robert Perry (Manager - Thriving People) For most Kiwi adults, the majority of our daily life is spent at work. Employers therefore have a unique opportunity to create the conditions for employees to thrive, including employee health and wellbeing. To...
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Pānui News – Sept 23
In this week’s Pānui, members are encouraging staff to get their Covid-19 vaccinations, we welcome CarbonClick, and IAG launches an EV Early Adopter programme.
Pānui News – Sept 16
In this week’s Pānui, the ERP timeframe is extended, and we begin the road to COP26 with Christchurch Airport, DLA Piper and New Zealand’s Climate Change Ambassador, Kay Harrison.
Extending the ERP timeframe is the right decision
The Government’s decision to extend the timeframe for delivering its first Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP) is the right decision while New Zealanders focus on getting through the latest Covid outbreak, says Sustainable Business Council Executive Director, Mike Burrell.
Pānui News – Sept 9
In this week’s Pānui, we hear from DB Breweries and Power Pause about supporting people experiencing menopause, we welcome Fisher & Paykel Appliances, and Waste Management launches its 2020 Sustainability Report.
Pānui News – Sept 2
In this week’s Pānui, we find out if NZ is ready to roll on the SDGs, we welcome EnviroNZ, and we’re seeking feedback from CFOs on their role in managing climate risk.
Pānui News – August 26
In this week’s Pānui, Lorde’s new album is zero carbon as well as Solar Power, we’ve got some essential Covid reading, and we spoke with Chorus (pre-lockdown) about its award-winning programmes to support employee wellbeing.
Pānui News – August 19
In this week’s Pānui, we publish our Annul Snapshot, we welcome DLA Piper, and SBC members are recognised for their reporting achievements.
Pānui News – August 12
In this week’s Pānui, IPCC report released, Naylor Love divert construction waste from landfill, and Countdown opens Auckland’s first Green Star supermarket.
Pānui News – August 5
In this week’s Pānui, Christchurch Airport lead an international conversation, Genesis adds a new wind farm, and Ports of Auckland gets Japanese investment in hydrogen.
Pānui News – July 29
In this week’s Pānui, Z Energy’s Rainbow Employee Network, Fonterra and ANZCO announce they are leaving coal behind, and LIC discusses breeding more sustainable cows
Pānui News – July 22
In this week’s Pānui, Contact and Meridian want to develop the world’s greenest hydrogen plant, Stuff’s new video series Hot Air Sucks!, and Nespresso takes the most sustainable coffee company award.
Pānui News – July 15
In this week’s Pānui, how Silver Fern Farms will become the world’s most sustainable meat company, TIA takes ownership in sustainable tourism pilot programme, and ESP wins Service Provider of the Year.