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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AucklandGeoheat: Auckland's hidden renewable energy opportunity
Geoheat: Auckland's hidden renewable energy opportunity
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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AucklandMuriwai half marathon & fun run
Muriwai half marathon & fun run
We’re working toward a bold vision: returning kiwi to the forests of Muriwai. Every stride helps raise vital funds to support bringing kiwi home.
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OnlineBuilding a more sustainable business – funding your transition
Building a more sustainable business – funding your transition
Sustainable finance can help businesses fund their sustainability ambitions and, in some cases, get lower borrowing costs.
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AucklandGRI standards - certified sustainability reporting course
GRI standards - certified sustainability reporting course
Join Proxima's hands-on, applied GRI training course that covers how to work out what's material to your business, engage stakeholders effectively and share the impacts credibly, in a structured manner.
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OnlineClimate Hack-tion - Challenge: Build for 2035
Climate Hack-tion - Challenge: Build for 2035
A hackathon for students in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands to reimagine climate solutions. Turn one of the COP priorities into a practical solution that people, communities or institutions can test and use.
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Understanding Government Affairs & Collective Action: How B Corps can use their voice
Understanding Government Affairs & Collective Action: How B Corps can use their voice
Under B Lab’s Standards V2, Government Affairs & Collective Action (GACA) is a new Impact Topic for businesses to lean into their power and influence to create change.
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OnlineBeyond reporting: What really matters
Beyond reporting: What really matters
Join Andrew Petersen, CEO of the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia, and Mike Burrell, CEO of the Sustainable Business Council and Climate Leaders Coalition, for a conversation facilitated by Barbara Nebel, CEO of thinkstep-anz.
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AucklandReducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Auckland Central
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Auckland Central
EECA and BusinessNZ are hosting a roadshow, designed to help businesses reduce their reliance on gas.
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Auckland
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Auckland, North Shore
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Auckland, North Shore
EECA and BusinessNZ are hosting a roadshow, designed to help businesses reduce their reliance on gas.
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Bay of Plenty
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Tauranga
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Tauranga
EECA and BusinessNZ are gearing up to host a roadshow, designed to help businesses understand the practical steps to reduce their reliance on gas.
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OnlineWe have an e-waste incentive problem.
We have an e-waste incentive problem.
We don't have an e-waste data problem. We have an incentive problem. The real story behind New Zealand's e-waste numbers – and what needs to happen next.
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OnlineProgress over perfection: Telling your sustainability story
Progress over perfection: Telling your sustainability story
This webinar will dig into what consumers and stakeholders actually want to know and hear from companies, who've chosen to communicate openly about their sustainability efforts.
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AucklandRIAA Conference Aotearoa NZ 2026
RIAA Conference Aotearoa NZ 2026
The RIAA Conference is the largest gathering of the responsible investment community in Aotearoa New Zealand, bringing the sector together for the practical guidance, fresh perspectives and connections needed to tackle today's challenges.
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AucklandYouth COP 2026
Youth COP 2026
Climate change isn't waiting. Neither should we. Learn about local, regional, and global climate justice. The future is yours. Join the conversation and be part of the solution.
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WellingtonElectrify for business 2 - on the ground in Upper Hutt
Electrify for business 2 - on the ground in Upper Hutt
This session takes participants inside local businesses that have already begun their electrification journey, offering real-world insights that you won’t get from a slide deck.
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OnlineBehind the scenes: Moose Toys’ sustainability journey
Behind the scenes: Moose Toys’ sustainability journey
Join Greg Simmons and Nicky Andrews for an honest conversation about carbon footprinting, science-based targets, climate-related disclosures and supplier collaboration.
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AucklandHow To Live On Earth premiere
How To Live On Earth premiere
Come and join us for a spectacular evening at the iconic Civic Theatre, celebrating the best of humanity and nature.
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Manawatu-Whanganui
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Palmerston North
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Palmerston North
EECA and BusinessNZ are gearing up to host a roadshow to help businesses reduce their reliance on gas.
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Wellington
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Wellington
Reducing natural gas reliance: Business support & finance roadshow - Wellington
EECA and BusinessNZ are gearing up to host a roadshow, designed to help businesses understand the practical steps to reduce their reliance on gas.
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AucklandClimate Change & Business Conference 2026
Climate Change & Business Conference 2026
As we enter the final stretch to 2030, the impacts of climate change are no longer theoretical, they are shaping the operating environment for New Zealand businesses today.
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OnlineVote Zero Waste: Election webinar for supporters & members
Vote Zero Waste: Election webinar for supporters & members
Waste has not featured in the election, despite being a major environmental concern for most New Zealanders. In the last three years central government progress on waste minimisation has languished and positive steps have been abandoned, leaving business, councils and individuals without adequate tools to address the problems.
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OnlineWasteMINZ online advocacy training workshop
WasteMINZ online advocacy training workshop
Whether you're new to advocacy or looking to sharpen your approach, this workshop will equip you with the tools and confidence to make an impact.
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OnlinePut your EPDs to work: Lessons from Austube Mills
Put your EPDs to work: Lessons from Austube Mills
Join Andrew Karbowiak and Gustavo Moraga on 27 August for a practical discussion about Austube Mills’ EPD journey.
Past event recordings
Missed some of our past events? Watch recordings of some of our recent events.