News & Insights

Our submission on Auckland Council’s Annual Budget

Auckland Council is asking for feedback on its proposed Annual Budget for 2023/24. We believe it’s important for all Aucklanders to have their say, since there are profound implications in this year’s budget for our way of life. Big cuts are proposed for climate, public transport, culture and community that we believe will be harmful for our people, environment and communities.

Remembering Alan Good

We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Alan Good in January 2023. Alan was the Director of the Stone Paper Company (Rockstock) and a SBN member since 2011. He regularly attended SBN events over the past 12 years and was a familiar face to many in our network.

The cyclone, floods and you. How SBN can help

The extreme weather events over the last month have been devastating for countless people and businesses in the North Island. The people affected have been very much in our hearts and minds. We want to use the power of our network to help. That encompasses practical help right now as well as using our influence to push for the long-term change we so urgently need.

The climate does not respond to promises - it responds to action

This isn’t a drill – nor is it an idea – this is reality – we are in a climate emergency.

It’s not what you do, it’s what you buy that has the biggest impact!

Most businesses miss their biggest cause of pollution, carbon and waste when trying to be more sustainable - their supply chain or what they buy!

New business toolbox for a more sustainable supply chain

A free online toolbox that makes it easy for businesses to assess the sustainability of their organisation and their supply chain launches today.

Long term resilience starts now

2023 Insights on New Zealand Sustainability Professionals survey launches

Oxygen Consulting, in partnership with the Sustainable Business Network (SBN), the Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Auckland University of Technology (AUT), have launched their fourth annual survey on the sustainability profession in New Zealand and are inviting eligible participants to take part.

Summertime, but the livin’ ain’t easy!

The changing state of the Puhinui

Regeneration is relationship

We're here to help

With wild weather hitting the top of North Island, the SBN team is thinking of everyone in our network and the wider community that has been affected.

Ready to act for nature? Check out our pathways

The Auckland floods: time to prepare for more

Friday 27 January saw Tāmaki Makaurau experience the most epic deluge and flooding right across the region. It broke nearly every record during a very short time. It killed four people and devastated the lives of many more.

Jonathon Porritt on privilege and responsibility

Predictions for sustainable business in 2023

2023 is shaping up to be a big year for Aotearoa New Zealand as we face a climate emergency, cost of living crisis and new prime minister, all while emerging from the shadow of Covid. To help you plan ahead, sustainability leaders from across our Network look into their crystal balls to take a look at what’s in store.

Global 'circularity gap' increases

The latest Circularity Gap report, released overnight, says a paltry 7.2% of materials are cycled back into the global economy - and shrinking.

What your small business can do right now to reduce emissions

When it comes to combating climate change in New Zealand, small businesses can make a big difference.

Business survey: challenges and opportunities in nature regeneration

In Spring 2022, the Sustainable Business Network (SBN) surveyed business attitudes to nature regeneration.

Sustainable Business Award winners lead the way in protecting people and planet

The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) has announced the winners of the 20th Sustainable Business Awards at an annual ceremony.

Te Radar sues the sea

Kiwi comedian and TV personality Te Radar has taken drastic action to reverse the effects of climate change in the Pacific by attempting to # Sue the Sea. Unfortunately his surprising approach has had completely unsurprising results – failing to get the ocean, and the New Zealand court system, to take any notice whatsoever of his legal intervention.

Rod Oram: Everybody, everywhere, every day, just has to do what they can.

“Every fraction of a degree counts. Every single action matters.”

In the construction sector? Here are 9 things you need to do about waste and carbon

Our recent Construction Masterclass brought together many of those leading positive change in the sector

New wetland walkway is an everybody way

Why SBN is investing in the Climate Venture Capital Fund

Many organisations are making commitments to act on climate. Some are reducing the carbon footprint of their products, office operations, transport and suppliers. However what is often overlooked is the influence of their investments. At SBN we want to ensure our money is used as a force for good. That’s why we’ve invested in the new Climate Venture Capital Fund.