Resources

SBC Annual Plan 2025-2026
SBC's Annual Plan outlines our work programme and focus areas for the coming financial year. Download the plan.

Better Futures 2025 Report
The Better Futures 2025 report – now in its 16th year, surveyed 1,000 New Zealanders. Results show there are high expectations of businesses to take responsibility for their environmental and social...

Transition Planning Guidance for Staff
This guide is for staff involved in coordinating or leading the transition planning process in their organisation.

Key trends for 2025
Navigating the Macro Forces Shaping Our Future We are now halfway to 2030 and the world is at an inflection point, where sustainability challenges and opportunities are being shaped by powerful...

SBC and CLC consultation response to MBIE on Climate Related Disclosures
On behalf of the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Climate Leaders Coalition (CLC), please find the below reflections on the consultation to amend Climate Related Disclosures.

Climate transition planning: Executive guide
This guide outlines Executive's role in transition planning (with key objectives and responsibilities at each step) and practical guidance on how to apply familiar tools of strategy, change...

Climate transition planning: Overview
An Overview document outlining what climate transition planning is and how it can help businesses transform deep uncertainties into an actionable long-term strategy.

SBC, CLC IoD and CSF consultation response to the External Reporting Board
On behalf of the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Climate Leaders Coalition (CLC), working alongside the Institute of Directors (IoD) and the Centre for Sustainable Finance (CSF), please find...

Eco Choice Aotearoa: Product transparency and verified claims in advancing sustainable trade
In today's interconnected global economy, sustainability has evolved from a corporate responsibility to a pivotal determinant of market access and consumer trust. For New Zealand exporters aiming to...

SBC Guide: Community investment
This SBC Guide introduces the concepts of community investment (CI), community impact and social impact and is meant for people within organisations involved with sustainability and community...

Highlights from SBC’s 25th celebration
Last month, we brought together members, politicians, partners, Advisory Board members and employees to celebrate our 25th anniversary – if you missed the event, check out some of the highlights...

SBC Guide: Human rights
Respecting human rights is not only the right thing to do – it’s also good for business. Human rights are based on the premise that all people have the right to lead healthy, productive and...