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The Government’s draft Emissions Reduction Plan will now be released for consultation in October, and the final plan published in May 2022. We are sorry to see the delay but acknowledge the reasons for it. We hope the additional time will strengthen the plan's ability to deliver on the Climate Change Commission's recommendations and the promise of a zero carbon Aotearoa. | | | |
New member profile: Development West Coast | Development West Coast’s core objective is to promote sustainable employment opportunities and generate sustainable economic benefits for the West Coast region by managing its funds, enabling investment and distribution of income back into the region.
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Feature: The road to COP26 | As the world gears up for COP 26 in Glasgow, New Zealand’s Climate Change Ambassador, Kay Harrison will talk to members next week about what will happen with New Zealand’s Paris Agreement target, the NDC, and how business can engage virtually with the goings-on in Glasgow. Details in the members only version of Pānui.
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Chch Airport joins Race to Zero | Christchurch International Airport has signed up to the United Nations Race to Zero, the global platform for ambitious climate action. Its climate projects include decommissioning its diesel boilers, converting its commercial vehicle fleet, introducing gate ground power for aircraft, and commissioning NZ’s first dedicated electric plane charger.
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DLA provide legal services to COP26 |
DLA Piper will provide general commercial support to COP26, including for sponsorship agreements. DLA Piper is committed to climate action, setting a Science Based Target and joining the Race to Zero Campaign. | | | |
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AirNZ electric plane by 2030 |
Air New Zealand is planning to have an electric aircraft by 2030, and will eventually replace turboprop fleets with aircraft powered by alternative energy. | | | |
Accelerate your circular solutions | Is your business looking to up its circular economy game? SBC supports the Circularity XLabs programme, building business capability to accelerate the design of circular solutions, helping you reduce your emissions and resource use. We'll be holding an exclusive taster webinar for members on 1 October.
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New date for climate conference | In response to the changing Covid-19 landscape, SBC, CLC and the Environmental Defence Society have postponed this year’s Climate Change & Business Conference. We will now be holding it on 3 & 4 March 2022 at Auckland’s Aotea Centre. | | | |
Covid-19 support for community |
Suncorp New Zealand has donated $150,000 across five community support groups which are collectively providing support, relieving the increased hardship caused by the Covid-19 lockdown. | | | |
Climate still in top five for directors |
The Institute of Directors has released the five top issues facing directors in 2021: Revival; rethink and redesign; Climate urgency; Adaptive boards; Prioritising people and Cyber resilience. | | | |
Have your say on immigration |
The Productivity Commission is calling for submissions on its inquiry into New Zealand's immigration settings by 24 December. Findings will facilitate New Zealand’s long-term economic growth and promote the wellbeing of New Zealanders. | | | |
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We are monitoring Covid-19 developments closely and will advise of any changes to upcoming events. | |
Climate Change and Business Conference Aotea Centre, Auckland | Now rescheduled to 3 – 4 March 2022
The conference, delivered by SBC, CLC and EDS, will focus on the concrete action business is taking to accelerate the pathway to net zero by 2050. Registration and more information.
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Global Women Impact Series Online | Wednesday 6 October, 2pm
Andrea Thompson, Catapult joins Amanda Ellis, Mavis Mullins and Dr Caralee McLeish to discuss the UN SDGs, sustainability leadership development and a Te Ao Māori perspective. Register now. | |
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