Christchurch Airport – Creating Space for Future Generations
In our latest look at businesses leading out on climate action we put the spotlight on Christchurch Airport’s leadership and forward thinking guiding their plans for the future.
Like many leadership teams, those at the helm of Christchurch International Airport (CIAL) understand acutely the urgency to reduce our emissions in order to give us a chance of keeping temperatures within 1.5 degrees, as increasingly unlikely as that may be.
EECA insights into NZers’ attitudes and behaviours towards climate change and energy use
Findings from more than three years of research into New Zealanders’ attitudes and behaviours towards climate change and energy use.
The research shines a light on the impact of age, gender, culture, income, and regionality on people’s beliefs, priorities, and actions.
Westpac NZ – sustainability-linked loan case study
In this case study Westpac NZ explores how their sustainability-linked loans are enabling wider climate action.
Building the future airport now – Christchurch Airport’s green transition
Dr Piers Locke, a sustainability consultant and researcher, recently completed a deep dive into, and assessment of, Christchurch Airport’s sustainability claims and programmes.
The power of consumer choice: Meridian Energy case study
What do craft beer, chardonnay, insurance, and breathing masks have in common? Every time you buy them, you are supporting 100% renewable energy.
Meridian Energy offers New Zealand businesses a new product for them to show their support for 100% renewable energy, and reduce their Scope 2 emissions at the same time. The product is enabled by the New Zealand Energy Certificate System (NZECS), administered by Certified Energy.
Carbon reduction case study – OCS (NZ) and Toitū Envirocare
OCS New Zealand is a major employer in the cleaning and facilities management industry, with significant partnerships in government, education and aviation. It has recently been awarded Carbonreduce certification by Toitū Envirocare – the first major company in its industry sector to gain the prestigious endorsement.
Cheat Sheet – The Workshop’s How to Talk About Climate Change (funded by Meridian)
This cheat sheet is for people preparing or planning communications to promote meaningful climate action. It’s designed to be used together with our message guide to talking about climate change (below), where the key concepts we reference here are described in detail. Think of it as a quick memory aid to remind you of the key principles. Please refer back to the message guide whenever you need more details. This cheat sheet is based on research conducted by The Workshop on behalf of Oxfam New Zealand and was funded by Meridian Energy.
NZ Post – EV charging quick guide
Quick guide for businesses considering installing EV charging infrastructure.
Carbon calculator for lower freight emissions – Lyttelton Port Company
Lower carbon freight – find out how Lyttelton Port Company helped their customers, including The Warehouse Group, calculate how to reduce their carbon emissions from freight by up to 50% – with a little help from Aecom, KiwiRail and Enviro-Mark Solutions.
Westpac NZ – EV case study
This case study looks at Westpac’s experience electrifying their light vehicle fleet and provides tips for other organisations looking to do the same.