Learn about sustainability in business and connect with others at the following events. We also offer a selection of training courses.
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Circular EconomyCircular design in action: Deep dive workshop with Ken Webster
Circular design in action: Deep dive workshop with Ken Webster
What does it really take to turn circular economy thinking into business reality?
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WorkshopTurning ideas into impact: How to inspire people to care and take action
Turning ideas into impact: How to inspire people to care and take action
You’re working to create change – not just for your business, but for the planet. But sometimes shifting mindsets and sparking action can feel almost impossible. So how do you talk about your innovative idea in a way that genuinely changes how your audience thinks and behaves?
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WellingtonSBN Wellington drinks: From 'An Uncommon Land' to regenerative futures
SBN Wellington drinks: From 'An Uncommon Land' to regenerative futures
In this fireside chat, Catherine Knight will discuss the history of enclosure, dispossession and colonisation as charted in her book An Uncommon Land.
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WorkshopWorkshop: Reducing emissions through local government procurement
Workshop: Reducing emissions through local government procurement
Share and learn how to engage with suppliers about sustainability and reducing emissions.
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OnlineSustainability planning for SMEs
Sustainability planning for SMEs
SME owner/manager? Unclear on where to start with sustainability? This two-hour, interactive, online workshop is for you.
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Impact Investor only (SBN member)Sustainability managers' morning tea
Sustainability managers' morning tea
Join us for a relaxed catch-up with fellow sustainability professionals from the SBN network.
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WellingtonWorkshop: Unlock business growth and resilience through the circular economy
Workshop: Unlock business growth and resilience through the circular economy
This practical workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to move beyond the traditional take-make-waste model.
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AucklandNature & Business Symposium 2025
Nature & Business Symposium 2025
A ground breaking event that inspires vital action and collaboration for nature.
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WellingtonNetwork & Connect: Wellington August
Network & Connect: Wellington August
Hosted by Wellington City Council's Climate Change Response Team, hear about their biggest carbon emission reduction wins!
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WorkshopWorkshop: Future-proofing procurement in a time of tariffs and turmoil
Workshop: Future-proofing procurement in a time of tariffs and turmoil
Learn how to keep sustainability on the agenda when disruption hits
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AucklandLittle Big Shed List-a-thon
Little Big Shed List-a-thon
Celebrate the launch of the new Little Big Shed community-sharing platform with our List-a-thon.
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Workshop SeriesTell your business’ sustainability story
Tell your business’ sustainability story
While demonstrating commitment to sustainability has never been more important, communicating it isn’t always straightforward.
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WorkshopA future-fit restaurant
A future-fit restaurant
In partnership with Auckland Council, Proxima would love to invite you to the Future-Fit Restaurant, a unique evening dedicated to exploring how sustainability can transform the hospitality industry.
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Workshop SeriesImpact and sustainability reporting for your business
Impact and sustainability reporting for your business
It’s never been more important to build robust and transparent communications around what your organisation is doing with regards to sustainability.
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Workshop SeriesTaking climate action in your business
Taking climate action in your business
Businesses play a vital role in keeping global warming below 1.5°C. Now is the time for you to take climate change seriously and start transitioning your business to zero carbon.
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Workshop SeriesHow your business can regenerate nature
How your business can regenerate nature
Regenerating nature is vital if we are to tackle climate change and species extinction, as well as secure a positive future for all of us.
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Workshop SeriesMake your business’ buying more sustainable
Make your business’ buying more sustainable
New Zealand businesses can reduce their environmental impact through changes in procurement – what they buy, who from and how.
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Workshop SeriesProduct stewardship in your business
Product stewardship in your business
This workshop is about businesses taking responsibility for the products they make, sell and buy so they’re not ending up in landfill.
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Workshop SeriesSustainable certifications and your business
Sustainable certifications and your business
Third-party verifications can be useful for businesses and consumers, but the sheer number means it can be hard to distinguish between them. This workshop is here to help!
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WorkshopAutumn Conversations 2024 | Tāmaki Makaurau
Autumn Conversations 2024 | Tāmaki Makaurau
DA Autumn Conversations is all about connecting people to people and people to ideas.
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Workshop SeriesYour business and the circular economy
Your business and the circular economy
An introduction to the role of business in the emerging circular economy.
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Workshop SeriesIntroduction to sustainability in business
Introduction to sustainability in business
Our introductory workshop provides an overview of what sustainability means in a business context.
Past event recordings
Missed some of our past events? Watch recordings of some of our recent events.