| News, views and upcoming events
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SBC 2023 ACM and Snapshot launch | We're looking forward to bringing members together this afternoon for SBC's Annual Council Meeting and the launch of our 2022/23 Snapshot Report. "You, our members, are the heart of SBC - and we should all be very proud of what we have achieved together in the last year." Checkout all the Snapshot details hot off the press here. | | | |
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Update from Mike Burrell on the year that was | In his latest update, Mike reflects on the highlights captured in this year's Snapshot Report, and introduces his newly established Leadership Team: Head of Climate & Nature Antonia Burbidge, Head of ESG Jay Crangle, and Head of Communications & Events Rebecca Lowe. We're looking forward to seeing the team in action! | | | |
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One month to go until CCBC | With less than a month to go until CCBC we're excited to see the full speaker line up come to life! Check out this BusinessDesk OpEd (paywalled) by EDS CEO Gary Taylor reflecting on the 15th anniversary of the event, and exploring six big issues for business and climate change. In person tickets are selling fast, so don't miss your chance to secure your place. Register here now. | | | |
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Westpac announces interest-free lending on EVs | Westpac is now offering access to interest-free lending to purchase an EV, as part of its expanded sustainable lending programme. The Greater Choices product includes 0% interest for up to 5 years on EVs. "Now customers can also use the loan to purchase EVs of any kind, which could help cut their carbon footprint and save them money in the long term." | | | |
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Making 'spongier' towns and cities | Check out the new report WSP has released in partnership with the Helen Clark Foundation looking at how we should be making our towns and cities 'spongier' to help us adapt to increased rainfall. Sponge cities, characterised by their blue-green features, allow water to flow, be absorbed, stored and released gradually, mimicking natural hydrological processes. | | | |
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Launch of Freight and Supply Chain Strategy | The Government's released the Aotearoa New Zealand Freight and Supply Chain Strategy which aims to improve the productivity and resilience to disruptions of our ports, freight and shipping sectors. The strategy includes partnering with SBC to deliver a feasibility study into a market-led low carbon freight mechanism. Check out more details on our freight work here. | | | |
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COP28 - register now for overflow badges | Applications are now open to register your expression of interest to receive a 'party overflow' badge via the Ministry for Foreign Affairs & Trade to attend COP28 in Dubai. Criteria does apply, full details and the application form can be found here. If you are an SBC member and are intending to attend COP, we would love to hear from you! Get in touch. | | | |
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In case you missed them, there are a number of Government consultations currently underway, these include: | | | |
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Sustainability Reporting Corner | Check out the details of the latest reports and disclosures our members have been publishing, including: | | | |
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WSP Webinar: What could climate change cost my company? WSP's Matt Raeburn and Brigitte Hicks talk through a real-world example of how a company is approaching the challenge of calculating climate-related financial impacts. Watch the recording here.
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Chapter Zero NZ Directors Lens on consumer Sustainability insights A look at how NZ businesses are applying consumer insights to stay ahead of the curve in sustainability and how directors can best respond to evolving consumers views on climate change. Watch the recording here. | | | |
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Climate Change & Business Conference 2023 Viaduct Events Centre, Tāmaki Makaurau | 19-20 September 2023
Tickets are selling fast for the Climate Change & Business Conference, delivered by the Sustainable Business Council, Environmental Defence Society, and Climate Leaders Coalition. The conference will provide a timely opportunity for business, government and civil society to tackle the tough questions the country is facing, and to share innovative thinking and new ideas about how we can collectively accelerate emissions reductions while building our resilience to the impacts of a warming world. View the programme here, and register now to join the kōrero at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland on 19-20 September 2023.
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Masterclass: Communicating Sustainability In person | Tuesday 5 September, 9:00-5:00pm NZST
Learn how to communicate sustainability effectively, authentically and impactfully. This practical one-day event will show you how to share your sustainability story and report progress, while avoiding the greenwash trap. Topics include greenwashing, sustainability story telling, sustainability reporting, media relations, digital tools and AI, te ao Māori, strategy, campaigns, best practice and more. Speakers include Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading sustainability communicators. You’ll come away armed with tools and knowledge you can apply to your business right away. There will also be ample time for networking with like-minded professionals.
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NEW: Helping Proline Steel gain a sustainability certification Online | Wednesday 6 September, 2:00-2:30pm NZST
Stakeholders increasingly expect more information about your business’s sustainability. Sustainability certification can provide these details. Join thinkstep-anz's next webinar to learn how they helped Proline Steel gain Steel Sustainability Australia certification, and how industry associations have the power to improve the sustainability of the businesses they represent.
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NEW: Introducing sustainability: the what, the why and the how – Module 3 – waste and circular economy (New FORMAT) In person | Wednesday 6 September, 9:30-11:30am NZST
Are you wanting to better understand sustainability, its application in businesses and why it’s important? Join BusinessNZ Network for module 3 (of 5) of our introductory sustainability course. Focusing on waste and circular economy, learn about this critical issue for business, explore case studies and connect with fellow businesses for a practical on sustainable procurement over a concise 2 hour in person session. Join for the session or the journey of all modules, it’s up to you.
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NEW: All Heart NZ Sustainable Lunch with The Warehouse Group & Waste Management In person | Thursday 7 September 2023, 11.00am -1.00pm NZST
All Heart NZ's Sustainable Lunch Series aim to educate, connect and empower key decision makers to further their organisation's sustainability efforts. During each event we hear about different organisation's strategy and the good work being done. We invite you to join us to learn, network and share your own experiences with like-minded people. In this session hear from guest speakers Yi You and Olivia Barclay, Sustainability Managers at The Warehouse Group.
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NEW: Credible Claims: Exposing Greenwashing for a Sustainable Future Online | Wednesday 13 September, 7.30-9.30am NZST
Join us for an engaging breakfast panel on the pressing issue of greenwashing, hosted by Toitū Envirocare. Our panel includes Teressa Betty - CEO of Toitū Envirocare, Nikki Wright - Managing Director of Wright Communications, Louise Nash - Founder & CEO of Circularity and Jason Rudkin-Binks - Partner at Hudson Gavin Martin. During the panel discussion, our expert speakers will delve into the practice of greenwashing, where companies falsely portray their products or actions as environmentally friendly. We will explore the impact of greenwashing on both businesses and consumers and delve into strategies for identifying and combating this phenomenon.
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NEW: Inaugural Future Workplace Forum - Digital Workplaces Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland | 23 November 2023
HRNZ and the University of Auckland Business School, in association with Platinum Sponsor MAS, are holding the inaugural Future Workplace Forum in November 2023. This annual event will deal with leading thinking and practice in the development of future workplaces in Aotearoa New Zealand. The inaugural event will focus on Digital Workplaces, looking at ways in which technological innovations are impacting our workplaces and how these might evolve in the future. The format for the Forum will include keynote speeches, Q&A sessions, panel discussions and exhibitor booths featuring relevant products and services.
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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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