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Climate Leaders Coalition re-commits to ambitious climate action with new convenor
The Climate Leaders Coalition welcomes Genesis CEO Malcolm Johns as the Coalition’s new convenor, succeeding Spark CEO Jolie Hodson MNZM. Since 2018, the CEO-led Coalition, made up of 87 signatories and accounting for around 30 percent of New Zealand’s GDP, has helped...
CLC Steering Group Convenor Jolie Hodson receives King’s Birthday Honours
We are so proud to see Spark New Zealand CEO and CLC Steering Group Convenor Jolie Hodson recognised earlier this week in the King’s Birthday Honours, alongside many other incredible New Zealanders. Jolie, your leadership of the Climate Leaders Coalition has helped...
CLC and SBC welcome inquiry into bipartisan adaptation framework
SBC and CLC welcome Friday’s announcement from Government around a bipartisan inquiry into an enduring climate adaptation framework for New Zealand, which is consistent with the recommendations we have made in our pre-election policy priorities paper. “Such a...
Climate Leaders Coalition turns five – Jolie Hodson of Spark and Mike Burrell, SBC
The Climate Leaders Coalition turned five years old. Its signatories, which include some of NZ’s largest polluters, are a group of 88 companies that have committed to climate agenda and they’ve notched up some impressive achievements. Collectively they’ve reduced...
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Auckland has most zero-emission buses on the road in New Zealand
Auckland Transport (AT) now has 133 zero-emission buses in the fleet, making it the largest number for a New Zealand city, and in the top two in Australasia.
$25 million funding for Eastland Generation’s new 50MW geothermal plant
The Government’s green investment bank will lend $25 million to Gisborne-based Eastland Generation to help fund its Bay of Plenty geothermal projects.
Rifling through rubbish nets international awards for Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport’s new approach to minimising waste and its work mentoring other airports to become more sustainable has netted it two international awards.
Auckland’s first two electric ferries take shape for 2024 launch
Auckland’s two state-of-the-art electric ferries are taking shape in the east of the city, with the first expected to be in the water in 2024.
Interest-free lending on EVs as Westpac NZ unveils Greater Choices loan
New Zealanders can now access interest-free lending to purchase an electric vehicle, as part of Westpac’s expanded sustainable lending programme.
Helen Clark Foundation and WSP propose distinctive NZ ‘sponge cities’ model for addressing urban flood risk
In a major new research report, the Helen Clark Foundation and WSP in New Zealand are recommending a series of actions to respond to the escalating impacts of climate change-induced extreme rainfall events. These include excluding vulnerable flood-prone areas from development and incorporating mātauraunga Māori knowledge to minimise urban flood risk.
18 months in, LIC chief remains focused on dairy’s emissions challenges
Efficiency will be the key to finding solutions for emissions and other environmental challenges facing the dairy industry.
Climate Change and Business Conference – Time is ticking: Why acting now on climate is a non-negotiable for business
BusinessDesk story profiling the upcoming Climate Change and Business Conference.
Business of Tech podcast with KPMG and Cogo: can good data help tackle climate change?
Podcast featuring KPMG on climate related discloses and Cogo on how they are helping people and small businesses across the globe get better visibility into their own emissions.
Air New Zealand opens EOI to airports to be home to next generation aircraft
Air New Zealand opens EOI to airports to be home to next generation aircraft. Announcement by early 2024 on which type of lower emission commercial demonstrator aircraft will be flying from 2026. Aircraft will initially fly cargo only services.
Beca and Planet Price strategic partnership to enhance client understanding of planetary impact
Beca and Planet Price are delighted to announce we have formalised our existing collaboration through a strategic partnership agreement.
Over the last year we have been working closely with Planet Price, a tech company specialising in AI-powered solutions that calculate the real cost of products and services, to enhance our shared clients’ understanding of their planetary impact.
Z Energy: Charging your EV at home
As the popularity of Electric Vehicles (EVs) rises, home charging stations have become an essential accessory for many EV owners. We’ve unpacked the available charging options so you can choose the perfect one that suits your needs.