News & Insights

Healtheries makes big move to plant-based packaging

Healtheries, New Zealand’s number one supplement brand, is changing 80 product lines to bottles made from sugarcane. The sugarcane is ethically-sourced, renewable and removes carbon from the atmosphere as it grows.

saveBOARD packaging waste to construction board plant officially opens in Te Rapa

The Te Rapa factory of New Zealand company saveBOARD, which converts packaging waste into environmentally sustainable construction boards, has been officially opened by Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate and Hamilton West MP Dr Gaurav Sharma.

The Sustainable Business Network's growing work on nature

SBN is radically increasing its work to regenerate nature - get involved!

Go circular to end supply chain chaos

Calling on Kiwi businesses to invest in the circular economy

New SBN website helps businesses learn and take action

SBN has launched this new website to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to become more sustainable. The site puts practical resources, tools, training and case studies front and centre, easily searchable by topic. We think it looks stunning!

Targeted support for Auckland's future

I’m writing to urge you to spend a few minutes to show your support for the Climate Action Targeted Rate (CATR) by submitting on the Auckland Council’s annual budget.

In memory of the inspiring Lyn Thomson

We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of the passionate and inspiring Lyn Thomson. We send our condolences to her whanau, friends and former colleagues.

Top 10 sustainability stories for 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic may still be dominating the news for the second year running but it has also put a focus on sustainability and resilience

Kiwis want to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf – not trawl it

A new poll shows huge public support for measures to protect and restore Tīkapa Moana, Te Moananui-ā-Toi.

SBN calls for ambitious plan to cut emissions

We are now in a climate emergency, facing a direct and immediate threat to our livelihoods and our way of life.

SBN’s fundraiser for waterways restoration nets more than $100,000!

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to our latest Million Metres appeal – including all our Investors.

Get to grips with your packaging gripes

This year’s expanded Packaging Masterclass is on Thursday, 2 September.

Climate Action Toolbox workshops go nationwide

Wetlands give job seekers a firmer footing

A quiet revolution is underway at Te Nohoaka o Tukiauau Sinclair wetlands near Dunedin. It's turning an employment crisis into a whole new way of working.

Best practice just got far better: Winners at the Mindful Money Ethical and Impact Investment awards

The inaugural Ethical and Impact Investment awards were held on 29th June at Generator in Wynyard Quarter in an event with over 200 participants.

Ban on single-use plastics a step towards a circular economy

Plastic is one of our greatest environmental challenges.

Have your say on the future of large batteries in NZ

Electric vehicles and energy storage systems rely on battery technology.

End of the financial year? Be a hero for Million Metres!

The Sustainable Business Network’s Million Metres Project works with landowners and community groups up and down the country.

Climate Change Commission report paves the way for change - but greater urgency is required

The Sustainable Business Network welcomes the Climate Change Commission’s Draft Advice for Consultation. We acknowledge and appreciate the Commission’s mammoth effort and expertise in producing such a comprehensive report.

New Year Honours for long-term SBN supporters

Congratulations to Chris Morrison and Marion Wood, who have been recognised with New Year Honours! Both have been long-term supporters of the Sustainable Business Network since its inception in 2002, so we were thrilled to see this well-deserved recognition of their commitment to sustainable business.

Stop your products ending up in landfill

Your organisation can play a key role in reducing the amount of materials being wasted every day in New Zealand and we can help you achieve that.

2021 Insights on New Zealand Sustainability Professionals survey launches

Oxygen Consulting in collaboration with the Sustainable Business Network (SBN), Sustainable Business Council (SBC) and Auckland University of Technology (AUT) have kicked off their second annual survey on the sustainability profession and are inviting eligible participants to take part.

Top 10 sustainability stories for 2020

Covid-19 may have dominated the headlines last year but it wasn’t the only story. Based on readership, here are the top 10 stories from our website in 2020.

More Jobs for Nature!

The Sustainable Business Network is continuing its work to create employment in nature restoration, with more funding from the Department of Conservation.

Farmers turning plastic waste into new crop

In most town and cities you can put your recycling out at the kerb to be collected. But what happens in the country? Phil Crawford digs out his gumboots for the plastic harvest.