About SBN

About Us

Founded in 2002, we're Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest sustainable business organisation. We’re a not-for-profit social enterprise, comprising a diverse network of people and organisations.

We work with organisations of all sizes and sectors, as well as with individuals. We facilitate collaboration, share knowledge, provide practical support and invest in nature and sustainable business. Plus, we run Aotearoa New Zealand’s only Sustainable Business Awards.

We have a special focus on Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs), which represent 97% of Kiwi firms. At the heart of our network are more than 400 organisations and individuals who support and work with us as Impact Investors. Thousands of Kiwi organisations and individuals partner and learn with us every year.

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Get all the details on how we are making business in Aotearoa New Zealand more sustainable.

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