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Update on SBC/CLC advocacy | In this video update, SBC's Executive Director Mike Burrell and Head of Climate and Nature Antonia Burbidge discuss SBC and CLC's approach to climate advocacy for 2024, including opportunities for members and signatories to get involved in upcoming consultations and submissions, such as the Climate Change Commissions' Pathways work which kicks off Monday (see Events section below). | | | |
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Registrations for CCBC 2024 open |
We're excited to announce that early bird registrations are now open for the 16th Climate Change & Business Conference, taking place at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland on 9-10 September. Register here before 30 June to get early bird prices, and keep an eye out for more details on our compelling programme line-up of domestic and international speakers coming soon. | | | |
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5 green claims pitfalls and how to avoid them | As consumer wariness grows and regulations crack down, it's becoming increasingly tricky for businesses to know when and how they can be making green claims in their communications. We caught up recently with Daniel Street, Partner at DLA Piper, to pick his brain about some common green claims pitfalls and how to avoid them. | | | |
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COP29 Party overflow badge applications through MFAT |
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has announced it will again be taking applications for COP29 Party overflow badges from Government later this year. The aim of this process is to help increase access for business and civil society participation in COP29, helping New Zealanders make the connections we need to support our own transition. | | | |
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Highlights from Better Futures 2024 | | | |
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BRANZ: A masterclass in diverting construction waste (Naylor Love) | Naylor Love’s sustainability strategy reduced operational costs by diverting over 90% of the construction waste from a major project away from landfill. So how did they do it? Have a read through this article from BRANZ' most recent Build magazine to learn more about Naylor Love's significant waste management efforts. | | | |
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WBCSD reflections and key business takeaways on UNEA 6 | The sixth United Nations Environmental Assembly Conference (UNEA 6) in Nairobi, Kenya closed on 1st March 2024 with mixed results. WBCSD was heavily involved in the conference and has prepared some takeaway messages for the business community as we look forward to a year of three COPs (climate, biodiversity and desertification). | | | |
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Climate Change Commissions Pathways consultation (SBC/CLC only) Online and in-person | 8 April to 1 May
As part of SBC and CLC’s ongoing work to support members to advocate for ambitious climate action, we will be running an engagement process to gather your views and inputs in order to create a joint submission in response to the Commission. Using the collective voice of our 130 businesses, we want to ensure the Government, and Aotearoa New Zealand, is on track to secure a sustainable, low emissions and climate resilient economy. Click below to learn more and register for various workshops. This consultation is open to SBC and CLC members only.
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NEW: Climate Change and Health - A breakfast discussion Tonkin+Taylor, 1 Fanshawe St Auckland | 7 May, 8:15-10:00am NZST
Climate change impacts population health and wellbeing, a fact not only important to the health sector, but to all that are in business, due to the significant impacts on our people, our teams and our clients and customers. Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in partnership with Tonkin + Taylor, the Sustainable Business Council and Southern Cross Healthcare, for this important discussion on the connection between climate change and health.
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Introducing sustainability: the what, why and how for business Online | 1 May and 15 May, 10:30am - 2:30pm NZST
Are you wanting to better understand sustainability, its application in businesses and why it’s important? Join BusinessNZ Network for full day introductory sustainability course. Learn about this critical issue for business and all its facets from carbon and climate change to waste and circular economy, social responsibility, communicating and reporting for sustainability and more. Unpack key terms, get tangible and practical insights and explore case studies over two half days with us.
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SBC and BusinessNZ Network: Tackling Scope 3 emissions for suppliers (Pilot first session) Auckland | 17 April, 2 May, 15 May - 10:30am - 12:30pm NZST
Have you been questioned lately…about your emissions? About what you’re doing in sustainability? About things you might not even understand, or have never heard of? This short, sharp workshop series will help you as a supplier to understand the bigger picture of what the larger organisations you supply are grappling with, and how to meet your increasing obligations around scope 3 emissions. | |
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NEW: Go Green Expo Auckland Eventfinda Statium, North Shore | 6-7 April, 10am - 5pm NZST
The Go Green Expo is New Zealand's largest sustainable lifestyle show. Whether you’re thinking about renovating, looking for more sustainable options or wanting to become healthier – there are a large, diverse range of companies, products and brands here to help you out. Get your free tickets below. | |
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NEW: Service for Rod Oram (livestream link) Online | 5 April, 11:00am NZST
A public celebration of Rod Oram’s life will be held tomorrow 5 April at 11:00am at Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland. It will also be livestreamed at the link below. | |
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thinkstep-anz and Toyota: Getting the most from your climate disclosures (from someone who’s been there) Online | 10 April, 3:00pm NZST
Toyota New Zealand produced its first climate disclosures in 2023 – from technical data to designed report. The team learned a lot and it’s standing them in good stead for their reporting this year. Toyota New Zealand’s Sustainability Manager Natasha Morris joins our Head of Strategy and Disclosures Martin Fryer to explain what they learned and how they are approaching their climate disclosures in 2024. | |
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The Impact of Offshore Wind Energy in New Zealand (BEC) PwC, 10 Waterloo Quay, Pipitea Wellington | 11 April, 3:00-5:00pm NZST
Join the BusinessNZ Energy Council and PwC as they take a closer look into the impact of offshore wind energy in New Zealand. PwC assessed the economic, social and environmental impact of a national offshore wind energy industry for New Zealand and have recently released the impact study report. Key findings from the study will be presented by Aaron Webb of PwC followed by a panel to discuss these results. Panelists include representatives from SBC members NZ Steel (TBC) and Transpower. | |
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NEW: Certified GRI Training with Proxima Level 4, 152 Fanshawe St Auckland | 15-16 April, 9:30am-4:30pm NZST
Proxima will be running another Certified GRI Standards training course in Auckland. The course takes a holistic and practical approach, weaving together the GRI Standards with concepts of value creation, strategy, reporting and practical application into an engaging and interactive training style. Participants receive a GRI certification on completion. Given the increasing number of businesses opting for the GRI Standard to communicate their non-financial effects, this course presents a valuable chance to build in-house expertise. | |
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CRD Reporting - What businesses in the value chain need to know Online | 18 April, 10:00am NZST
As global efforts increase the allocation of capital towards a low-emissions, climate-resilient future, New Zealand is leading the way with the introduction of the Climate-Related Disclosures (CRD) regime. This new legislation has significant implications for both Climate Reporting Entities (CREs) and businesses in their value chain. No matter your business size, location, or sector, understanding the CRD legislation and how it might impact your business is crucial. Join Toitū Envirocare's experts as they discuss the role of businesses within the supply chain of CREs and how you can prepare for the growing requirement of climate reporting. | |
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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. | | | |
See guidelines around SBC's expectations of member communications and transparency here. | | | |
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