| News, views and upcoming events
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Latest IPCC report is released | The sixth assessment report of the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has been released, and it is once again a stark reminder of how much work there is yet to be done to turn down the dial on climate change. Have a read through this synthesis from the World Resources Institute which outlines and visualises 10 of the big findings from the report. | | | |
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SBC Talks Tools with thinkstep-anz | SBC sat down recently with Barbara Nebel, CEO of sustainability consultancy thinkstep-anz, to hear about their Scope 3 Explorer and how it can help organisations identify the Scope 3 emissions that are most material to their business. Watch the full SBC Talks Tools video here or learn more and try out thinkstep-anz's Scope 3 Explorer here. | | | |
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Mental wellbeing at work - thoughts from Robert Perry | SBC recently hosted a Spotlight Series webinar alongside the Business Leaders Health and Safety Forum and DLA Piper which started a very important conversation around demystifying mental wellbeing at work and shared insights, tools and actions leaders can take to help build thriving workplaces. Read Robert Perry's key takeaways here. | | | |
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Is it time for business to push green politics? (Mike Burrell interview) | Mike Burrell was recently interviewed by Newsroom around the upcoming election and how important it is that business uses its collective voice in lobbying politicians for climate change action. “Stick to the game plan, keep those significant policy planks in place, don’t lose momentum – it’s only going to get harder and more expensive.” | | | |
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Consultation open for national EV charging infrastructure | The Ministry for Transport has released its consultation on the national EV charging strategy, which runs until 11 May. This is a significant opportunity to lay the foundation for a step change in public and private charging infrastructure. SBC will prepare a high-level submission (which can inform your own submission), which will we share with members soon. | | | |
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SBC is pleased to welcome new member Helios Energy, a proudly Kiwi large-scale PV solar development company seeded with local and international knowledge, experience and capital. Helios are committed to sustainability and carbon neutrality in their project development work and are hugely passionate about empowering a zero-carbon future for Aotearoa. Welcome to the SBC whānau! | | | |
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University of Auckland raises capital for sustainability initiatives | The University of Auckland has signed a $50 million sustainability loan, making it the first in Aotearoa to qualify for a 'use of proceeds' (UoP) sustainability loan, which will be used to help fund the adaptive reuse and refurbishment of the former social sciences building. The venture has achieved a 6 Green Star Design rating from CLC signatory NZGBC.
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Last chance to apply for the 2023 Sustainability Leadership Programme May through August 2023
Applications for SLP close on 24 March. Now is your chance to sign up and learn the skills to enable you to get sustainability on the agenda for your organisation and embed it at the heart of your strategy. Watch our online taster and hear from past participants on how SLP has had a positive impact on not only their leadership within their current role and organisation, but also beyond. | |
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Introducing sustainability - the what, the why and the how for businesses Wellington | 28 March 2023
Are you wanting to better understand sustainability, its application in businesses and why it’s important? SBC and BusinessNZ Network are excited to share our introductory sustainability day course, where you can connect with fellow businesses to learn about key elements of sustainability. Designed and developed by the in-house expertise of our sustainability and learning and development specialists, this promises to leave you with an informed, connected and inspired view of how you can begin making an impact through your business. | |
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2023 CFO Climate and Sustainability Programme Online | 29 March, 5 April, 19 April, 3 May | 12:00-1:30pm NZST
As New Zealand turns its climate ambition into concrete action, CFOs are continuing to play a critical role in shaping a more sustainable and climate resilient economy for all Aotearoa through the unique position they hold within organisations. We are continuing our important mahi with Deloitte to support capability building across our CFO network by running our sixth CFO Climate & Sustainability Programme, designed to help CFOs, Heads of Finance and Financial Controllers take the lead in managing climate risk and taking action in their influential roles. Learn more here and register below.
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Please send Pānui stories (50 words plus square image) or event listings (100 words plus banner image) to sbccomms@businessnz.org.nz by Wednesday 12pm. | | | |
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