Learn about sustainability in business and connect with others at the following events. We also offer a selection of training courses.
Events
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WellingtonElectrify for business 3 - strategy & scale
Electrify for business 3 - strategy & scale
The final event in the Electrify for Business series brings together industry experts, financiers, engineers, and business leaders to explore what commercial electrification looks like at scale.
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AucklandThe Reality of Everything - Tāmaki Makaurau
The Reality of Everything - Tāmaki Makaurau
This event brings together leaders from the business sector to reflect on how we can be part of the transformative change that the reality of the polycrisis demands.
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OnlineKiwis in Climate: Pre-election panel
Kiwis in Climate: Pre-election panel
Join us to hear from candidates across the political spectrum about climate change, nature, energy, and the cost of living.
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AucklandCheese on toast: A breakfast of belonging
Cheese on toast: A breakfast of belonging
Let's be honest. Working in sustainability right now is hard and we all need a breather.
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WaikatoGeoheat Waikato renewable energy workshop
Geoheat Waikato renewable energy workshop
Could the ground beneath your business provide a more efficient, resilient and lower-carbon source of heating, cooling and process heat?
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OnlineModern slavery and human rights: A three-part online workshop series going beyond compliance
Modern slavery and human rights: A three-part online workshop series going beyond compliance
This series shows you how to approach modern slavery in a way that makes a genuine difference.
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AucklandStelar business event
Stelar business event
If we want to see more values-led, courageous and impactful businesses being built in Aotearoa, we need to actively back those who are building them.
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OnlineResponsible AI for small business | 101 - First steps
Responsible AI for small business | 101 - First steps
Get started with AI in just two weeks. Four sessions. Two weeks. Real results. Learn to use AI the right way - ethically, safely, and with the lowest environmental impact.
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Online course: Introduction to zero waste & the circular economy
Online course: Introduction to zero waste & the circular economy
Join Aotearoa NZ’s waste minimisation leaders for an engaging online training course. It will provide a comprehensive overview of zero waste principles and practice. It's delivered as three online sessions across three weeks.
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AucklandBecoming Nature Positive screening
Becoming Nature Positive screening
Join us for an internal screening of Becoming Nature Positive, a new 30 minute film made for business and policy leaders that gets to the heart of what ‘nature positive’ is and what it means for companies.
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AucklandSustainability Communications: Book launch
Sustainability Communications: Book launch
Please join us for the official New Zealand launch of Sustainability Communications: a Practitioner’s Guide.
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AucklandFrom purpose statements to real decisions: Building a wellbeing economy
From purpose statements to real decisions: Building a wellbeing economy
Hear global thought leader, Dr. Victoria Hurth, discuss why for businesses "wellbeing must move from being an aspiration to an organizing principle".
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OnlineCommunicating sustainability
Communicating sustainability
This interactive 2-hour workshop gives you a practical framework for communicating your sustainability efforts with confidence, clarity, and credibility - without greenwashing, greenhushing, or greenwishing.
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AucklandModern Slavery: From policy commitment to meaningful action
Modern Slavery: From policy commitment to meaningful action
Join Massey Business School for a panel conversation exploring the Modern Slavery Bill and the practical realities of identifying and addressing exploitation in complex global supply chains.
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AucklandGood Drinks Auckland October 2026
Good Drinks Auckland October 2026
Are you looking for a friendly place to learn more about sustainability and climate change, connecting with people who care? Good Drinks is for you!
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OnlineHow to engage your team in sustainability
How to engage your team in sustainability
You'll learn why building habits has almost double the impact of providing information, why removing barriers is nearly five times more effective than training, and why peer influence consistently outperforms top-down mandates.
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OtagoThe Kai Commitment Summit 2026
The Kai Commitment Summit 2026
Join us for The Kai Commitment Summit 2026 – bringing together leaders from across Aotearoa's food system to explore how smarter food utilisation can unlock profitability, fuel innovation, and drive sustainable business performance.
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AucklandFundraising auction & party
Fundraising auction & party
Bid on the dynamic auctions and enjoy the live entertainment as we raise funds for ethical and impact investment in New Zealand: we welcome you to an evening of fundraising for the Mindful Money charity.
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OnlineResponsible AI for small business | 102 - Next steps (NZ)
Responsible AI for small business | 102 - Next steps (NZ)
Ready to take AI further? Four sessions. Two weeks. Real workflows. Learn to use AI the right way - ethically, safely, and with the lowest environmental impact
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AucklandRethinking events without waste - workshop 2
Rethinking events without waste - workshop 2
Join this FREE four-part workshop series designed to give event professionals practical tools to reduce waste, plan with confidence, cut costs, and create better event experiences.
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AwardsSustainable Business Awards 2026
Sustainable Business Awards 2026
24 years of celebrating sustainability success
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AucklandLeadership in Sustainable Business Course 2027
Leadership in Sustainable Business Course 2027
This in-depth course equips you with the knowledge, confidence and commitment to wield real influence on sustainability at all levels in your organisation.
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Next Fest 2027
Next Fest 2027
Experience the next economy. Understand what is shifting. Help build what comes next.
Past event recordings
Missed some of our past events? Watch recordings of some of our recent events.