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Finalists announced for 2023 Sustainable Business Awards

The 74 finalists for this year’s Sustainable Business Awards span sectors from food and beverage to education, health, forestry and energy.

What this election promises for sustainable business

Hear what the main parties have to say about climate action

Climate change is likely to be a key issue when voters go the polls for the General Election on 14 October. Find out where the main political parties stand on climate action.

Six ways to win this election

Kiwis encouraged to take action for nature this Conservation Week

The importance of working together for the environment was highlighted today as Minister of Conservation Minister Willow-Jean Prime kicked off Conservation Week 2023 at a South Auckland stream restoration project.

KiwiSaver: improving workplace wellness and reducing climate panic

Did you know that 23% of a Kiwi's carbon footprint comes from their KiwiSaver investments? By taking a few simple steps employees and business owners can do something about it. 

Manu Tangi Ata - a new hub for regenerating the Puhinui

Growing love for the whenua with Ceejay Maitai

The long way round

The mirror that is Matariki

Revival. It’s a term not often used in a society obsessed with getting ahead. Luckily there are tools to navigate this. To help us focus on giving back as much as moving forward.

In Transition or In Denial?

Mindful Money is a consumer-facing charity that aims to make money a force for good. A starting point is transparency. Every year, Mindful Money surveys the New Zealand public to understand people’s knowledge, and perception of, ethical investment, as well as the issues New Zealanders would like to avoid in their investments.

Latest business survey shows businesses see the need and the reward from investing in nature projects

82% of businesses in Aotearoa, New Zealand say they want to ‘do the right thing’ for nature. They just need investment-ready projects able to prove their worth.

Make every month like Plastic Free July

On average, every Kiwi sends 60 kilograms of plastic to landfill a year. With low recovery and recycling rates for plastics, we need to look at our relationship with plastic and embrace alternatives to single-use products.

Puhinui Stream, one of NZ's most polluted awa, now boasts 14,000 new native trees

Long considered one of Auckland’s – and New Zealand’s – most polluted streams, the Puhinui could one day return to being a source of kai (food), wai (water) and mana (strength) for its neighbours.

Lack of capability training remains a significant barrier for sustainability professionals

New research into New Zealand’s sustainability profession has found most sustainability professionals are reasonably confident in their current ability to do their role. However, only half of them believe their current capability development is enough for their future role requirements.

Vote for your life!

New and improved Climate Action Toolbox

The new and improved Climate Action Toolbox will make it easier for businesses to measure, reduce and track their emissions. We’ve also added new content, to help the construction industry make a big impact on reducing emissions.

From Landfill to Refill: Craft Brewers tap into sustainable packaging

Circular Economy Directory lister Again Again is spearheading a pioneering project to trial reusable packaging in the craft beer industry.

Entries open for 2023 Sustainable Business Awards

The Sustainable Business Awards are New Zealand’s longest-running and pre-eminent sustainability awards. Now in their 21st year, they recognise businesses, local government, social enterprises and individuals for success in sustainability.

Right relationships take time

Learning and earning with nature

Rangatahi in action - Waiora Wall

Connecting, Te Puhinui way

Climate resilience is due diligence

Cutting climate change action after the cyclone is like accelerating away from a crash with your wheels wobbling. Business needs better long-term leadership.

How to avoid the greenwashing trap – a simple guide

As more companies embrace sustainability and consumers seek out ethical brands, there’s been a rapid growth of firms trumpeting their green credentials. However, this has been accompanied by a proliferation of claims of ‘greenwashing’. For businesses wanting to let their customers know about their good work, it can be confusing to know how to communicate it.