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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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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.
Pānui News – May 02
In this week’s Pānui, Fairtrade can help achieve the SDGs, get involved in climate innovation, and thinkstep finds LNG can lower emissions for shipping.
Guest blog: How Fairtrade impact achieves the Sustainable Development Goals
Did you know that your morning cup of tea or coffee can change lives every day?
Pānui News – Apr 24
In this week’s Pānui, Contact Energy has their science-based targets approved, Genesis are enabling STEM learning, and OfficeMax takes on tech waste.
Business has a role to play in improving and protecting New Zealand’s environment
The Sustainable Business Council (SBC) acknowledges the Environment Aotearoa 2019 report released today by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ.
Pānui News – Apr 18
In this week’s Pānui, Air New Zealand is top of the Colmar Brunton Corporate Reputation Index again, Genesis are informing the next generation, and the latest Environment Aotearoa report is out.
Pānui News – Apr 11
In this week’s Pānui, Alison Herft on the launch of the Good Life 2.0 Playbook New Zealand, SKYCITY and Toll Group show climate leadership, and EY looks at what Australian modern slavery legislation means for NZ business.