Auckland Airport prepares for ‘extreme deluges’ with mega stormwater pipes
Auckland International Airport, which was flooded by extreme rainfall in January, is installing more than 3 kilometres of new stormwater pipes, some big enough to stand up in, as it prepares its infrastructure for the future.
Toyota NZ signs hydrogen generator deal
Partnering with French sustainable energy solutions provider EODev (Energy Observer Developments), Toyota will invest $3.27 million to assemble the EODev GEH2 generator at its former manufacturing facility at Altona in Melbourne from the first quarter of 2024.
Ākina Foundation: The challenge of leaving no-one behind in tackling climate change
While the focus on the cost of living and bringing inflation down is paramount for the incoming Government, it must not forget that in our pursuit of a greener economy, it is imperative that we ensure inclusivity in the face of disruptive changes and growing inequality.
Transpower: Investment in flexible resources set to ease renewables transition
A significant pipeline of new customer load connections is likely to boost electricity demand following flat demand growth in recent years, Transpower’s latest Whakamana i te Mauri Hiko (WiTMH) six-monthly monitoring report shows.
thinkstep ANZ – Serious about reducing your carbon footprint?
This month we get to the ‘pointy end’ of things. Using the concepts she explained in last month’s article, Nicky Andrews, Head of Carbon at thinkstep-anz, explains how to measure and reduce your carbon. But first, a recap.
Z Energy Teams up with Zenobē to Give Bus Batteries a Second Life
Z Energy (Z) is proud to be working with Zenobē, an Electric Vehicle (EV) fleet and battery storage specialist, to trial a new EV charging solution, thanks to an old bus battery.
Low-methane genetics on track for access by 2026, LIC says
One of New Zealand agriculture’s largest private investors in research and development says low-methane dairy cow genetics could be in-market by 2026.
Auckland Council installs first low carbon pipes
Pipes being installed are a significant advance in sustainable concrete production. The 2.5 metre pipes with a 600mm internal diameter are made of low carbon concrete that achieves a 22 per cent reduction in emissions compared with a traditional concrete pipe.
Toyota NZ: Creating a low-emission future that is accessible and affordable for everyone
Wherever you look, you’ll see Toyota New Zealand at the forefront of environmental vehicle innovation. The company provides an array of options so New Zealanders can choose cleaner transport options, slashing carbon emissions in the process. It’s all about better choices for Kiwis that are affordable, safe, and crucially, better for the environment.
Auckland Airport: New premium outlet centre Mānawa Bay looks skywards for renewable energy
Auckland Airport’s modern retail outlet centre, Manawa Bay, which is currently under construction, is set to have the largest rooftop solar system in New Zealand, on top of the 35,000sqm building.