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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...
Businesses want consistent climate policy from new govt
Carbon News story about launch of CLC’s Fifth Anniversary Snapshot Report.
NBR article on Fifth Anniversary Snapshot Report
NBR article on the Coalition’s Fifth Anniversary Snapshot Report.
BusinessDesk article on Fifth Anniversary Snapshot Report
BusinessDesk article on the Coalition’s Fifth Anniversary Snapshot Report.
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Countdown’s 5 Green Star supermarkets: Leading the way to 100% renewable future
With the need for climate action becoming clearer, the reduction of carbon emissions and increased use of renewable electricity is a growing priority for the brands people shop with. And as one of New Zealand’s largest businesses, Countdown is leading the way, tackling climate change with the introduction of 5 Green Star rated supermarkets, a sharp focus on emissions reduction, and a commitment to 100% renewable energy by 2025.
Christchurch Airport signs up to buy the world’s first Rosenbauer Electric Fire Truck to operate at an airport
A newly signed contract means the airport and Austrian manufacturer Rosenbauer International AG will together bring the ‘green’ truck down under.
Genesis and NZ Bio Forestry to explore potential of bio-fuels
Genesis Energy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NZ Bio Forestry to investigate the technical and economic viability of bio-fuels and bio-pellets as alternative fuel options for Huntly Power Station.
OCS ANZ releases 2022 sustainability report
OCS Australia and New Zealand’s (together, OCS ANZ) commitment to people, partnerships and carbon reduction has been highlighted in their 2022 Sustainability Report, released this week.
ASB offers discounted lending to support businesses’ social and environmental sustainability efforts
ASB is helping businesses on their sustainability journey with its new Business Sustainability Loan, aimed at supporting positive social and environmental change.
EECA – Businesses urged to take first step in creating climate action plan
For many businesses wanting to become more climate-friendly, taking the first step towards cutting carbon emissions can seem daunting. But the reality is, embarking on a climate action journey doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, by beginning to both measure and reduce carbon emissions, businesses can strengthen their brand’s reputation and cut costs.
Contact announces pioneering renewable energy agreement with NZ Steel
Contact Energy (Contact) has today announced it has negotiated an innovative renewable energy agreement with NZ Steel, in a move that will see the steel mill almost halve its carbon emissions – and secure the future of domestic steelmaking in New Zealand.
$120m for EV charging a real win, says Z Energy
Z Energy (Z) welcomes the Government’s $120 million targeted EV funding package as part of the Wellbeing Budget 2023.
ASB and Trevelyan’s partner on new sustainability linked loan
New Zealand’s largest family owned and single-site kiwifruit and avocado post-harvest service provider, Trevelyan’s, is taking steps to grow a better future, signing a sustainability linked loan (SLL) with sustainability coordinator ASB.
BNZ – How sustainability is transforming Kiwi enterprise
Stuff interactive feature by BNZ on doing business differently.
Victoria University of Wellington – Study flags urgent need for smarter needs-based climate recovery packages
A first-of-its-kind study assessing the rising economic fall-out of extreme weather disasters in New Zealand has flagged an urgent need for smarter, “needs-based” recovery packages for businesses, rather than blanket ones.
Five questions with NZ Post chief executive David Walsh
David Walsh has been chief executive of NZ Post for six years, He was previously chief financial officer.
Based in Wellington, he is also a founding member of the Climate Leaders Coalition and a Champion for Change.