News & Insights

Our submission on the Government's Fast Track Bill

The right track beats the fast track every time

7 simple steps to a job with purpose (plus bonus tips)

Why Toitū Envirocare is no longer using NZ carbon credits

Aotearoa New Zealand's largest carbon certification organisation Toitū Envirocare says it will stop using carbon credits from locally certified schemes because they no longer meet new global standards coming into play in 2024.

The future of EVs in New Zealand: the market isn’t enough!

Climate change is the biggest issue facing our planet, and accelerating the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is one key part of addressing it.

What New Zealand businesses should know from COP28

Laura Gemmell, Chief Executive of ecolabel Eco Choice Aotearoa, shares her insights from COP28.

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

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. 

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.

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.

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.

The easy way to calculate your emissions and take action

We realise taking climate action often ends up in the ‘too hard’ basket due to all the other demands of running a business. That’s why we created the Climate Action Toolbox. The free online Toolbox makes it easy for you to create your own emissions reduction plan and includes step-by-step guides.

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.

Long term resilience starts now

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Fund nature regeneration NOW for generations to come

The Sustainable Business Network has been working directly on nature regeneration since 2014. We’ve helped to fund the planting of over 800,000 native plants and trees, working with partners all over the country. In recent years, we’ve funded nature based employment for over 190 people. This is rejuvenating waterways and landscapes and transforming people’s lives.