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4th Snapshot Report Shows Business Focus & Investment Into Climate Action Proves Resilient In Face Of Tough Conditions
The Climate Leaders Coalition’s fourth annual Snapshot Report released today shows business focus and investment into climate action is proving resilient despite a challenging economic environment.
CLC and SBC: National Adaptation Plan critical framework for building New Zealand’s climate resilience
The Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Climate Leaders Coalition (CLC) welcome the release of the Government’s first National Adaptation Plan (NAP) as the first step to develop an effective and enduring adaptation response for Aotearoa New Zealand.
Business leaders call for meaningful climate action
The Climate Leaders' Coalition - whose signatories are responsible for almost 60 percent of the country's greenhouse gas emissions - will today officially launch a Statement of Ambition, which aims for meaningful climate action.
Climate Leaders Coalition launches new Statement of Ambition, appoints new CEO Convenor
The Climate Leaders Coalition is tonight officially launching a new Statement of Ambition to accelerate business action on climate change. “Just as domestic and international climate science and policy has advanced significantly since we drafted the 2017 and 2019...
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Independent report finds hydrogen storage best solution to support a fully renewable electricity system
An independent study by electricity expert Energy Link has found that large-scale hydrogen storage is a better solution than other options that include pumped hydro storage or over-building renewable capacity to fully decarbonise Aotearoa’s electricity system.
Toyota NZ launches pay as you go Mobility service for popular hybrids
Toyota New Zealand has launched a trial scheme along these lines in Nelson, calling it the Toyota Mobility Project. It’s the third in a series of programmes that also includes the Toyota Hydrogen Project and Waka Aronui.
High rainfall boosts Genesis’ renewable generation
A wet winter was good news for Genesis Energy’s hydro generation, with full lakes providing enough electricity to power an extra 10,000 homes.
BNZ inks a Māori agribusiness deal that includes social and cultural targets
The BNZ and Ātihau-Whanganui Incorporation (AWHI) have announced a new agribusiness Sustainability Linked Loan, covering not only traditional environmental targets, but also includes social and cultural targets for the first time.
Meridian Energy names its preferred partner for green hydrogen project
Meridian Energy has chosen Australian resource firm Woodside Energy as its preferred partner to develop a green hydrogen project in Southland.
Toyota announces new ‘science-based’ CO2 reductions targets
Toyota New Zealand has committed to reducing its emissions by a minimum of 46% compared to 2019 levels, a “science-based” target.
4th Snapshot Report Shows Business Focus & Investment Into Climate Action Proves Resilient In Face Of Tough Conditions
The Climate Leaders Coalition’s fourth annual Snapshot Report released today shows business focus and investment into climate action is proving resilient despite a challenging economic environment.
Z puts the foot down on EV charging network
Z Energy (Z) is opening five new EV chargers before Christmas – and is committed to installing EV chargers across more than 40 percent of its network by 2025.
Westpac NZ launches personal loan for EVs and e-bikes
Westpac NZ has launched a new low-interest personal loan to support more New Zealanders to buy a range of electric vehicles, including EVs, e-bikes, e-scooters and e-mopeds.
The loan is available at 6.99% per annum, and enables applicants to borrow up to $50,000 for up to five years.
EECA kicks off EV smart charger discussions
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), is calling for submissions from the public on a new green paper about improving the performance of electric vehicle charging, including smart chargers.
Ngāi Tahu Farming – These two farms are side-by-side, but one could become the future of dairying
A ground-breaking experiment aims to see a Canterbury dairy farm cut 20% of its greenhouse gas emissions and 20% of its nitrate leaching, and could one day change the way Kiwis farm.
Ngāi Tahu Farming, in partnership with Ngāi Tūāhuriri, has been given an $8 million grant through the Ministry for Primary Industries’ Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund for a seven-year research programme.
Fonterra replacing coal boiler with wood biomass for Waitoa factory
Fonterra is replacing a coal boiler at its Waitoa factory in the Waikato with a wood biomass boiler as part of its goal to achieve net zero emissions at its manufacturing sites by 2050.
The co-operative celebrated turning the first sod at Waitoa on Thursday with Te Tumuaki o Te Kīngitanga and local iwi Ngāti Hauā. Work will begin on the new boiler installation later this year, and it is expected to be up and running in November next year.