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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...
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.
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This is climate change, here’s what we can do about it
The trail of devastation wrecked by extreme weather events over the past weeks left many of us feeling stunned and powerless.
There are things we can do to reduce future impacts and better adapt to the new reality.
The role of biofuels in a low carbon future
The Government’s announcement to drop the Sustainable Biofuels Obligation does not stop Z’s commitment to helping Aotearoa transition to a low carbon future says Z CEO Mike Bennetts.
Christchurch Airport: New consortium to enable zero emission aviation to take off in Aotearoa New Zealand
Six international businesses have launched a new consortium to bring zero-emission aviation to life in New Zealand. The Hydrogen Consortium’s vision is to support the country to pioneer the commercial deployment of green hydrogen-powered aircraft.
Fonterra could build giant heat pumps for factories as $1 billion sustainability drive continues
Think of your lounge heat pump, then imagine it the size of a five-storey building.
Dairy leader Fonterra could soon be introducing these giant heat pumps to its processing sites for climate-friendly steam generation.
Christchurch Airport – Giant step forward for one of New Zealand’s largest solar farms
After a year-long process, that attracted interest from organisations across the globe, the airport has chosen one of New Zealand’s largest energy companies, Contact Energy, and international solar developer, Lightsource bp, as its partners to deliver phase one of the park.
Genesis and Fonterra sign biomass agreement
Genesis Energy and Fonterra have signed an agreement to work together on exploring the viability of biomass as a substitute for coal including the potential for a local supply chain.
Air NZ brings on more partners to help it develop a zero emissions regional fleet
As pressure comes on the aviation industry to reduce its environmental footprint, Air New Zealand is partnering with more firms to accelerate the development of a zero emissions domestic fleet.
Z and Evnex to offer ‘thousands’ of homes smart EV chargers
Z Energy and Evnex have announced a new partnership for Z’s customers, which will see “more than a thousand” smart EV chargers rolled out to homes and small businesses across New Zealand.
Genesis and FRV Joint Venture confirm purchase of solar site
Genesis Energy and its joint venture partner, FRV Australia, have secured a fully consented, large scale solar site near Lauriston on the Canterbury Plains. The site is expected to start generating electricity next year.
Toyota might cap how many utes it sells in New Zealand
Toyota New Zealand chief executive Neeraj Lala has said that the brand is considering imposing a limit on the number of Hilux models the brand sells locally, as it aims to reduce the emissions of its fleet.
Toitū Envirocare – Sustainable hacks for thriving in Frugal February
Time to roll out Frugal February. Living sustainably is about being smart.
Auckland Transport and Vector: New Zealand’s first electric bus depot unveiled
New Zealand’s first electric bus depot was unveiled on Wednesday, a significant step towards Auckland Transport’s goal of a zero emission bus fleet.