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Climate change stories

Working in Summer
Risk & Compliance

Working in Summer

Summer work in New Zealand brings greater risks of sunburn, dehydration and heatstroke, with long hours also fuelling fatigue.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023
Global emissions reach record high
Sustainability

Global emissions reach record high

Record fossil fuel output is pushing the planet closer to 1.5°C, with 2023 emissions projected to hit 36.8 billion tonnes.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023
Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project
Network Infrastructure

Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project

Spark and Lynk have begun a NZ project for a network of satellite-connected cell towers, aiming to maintain connectivity during crises.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Have we opened the door to cheap imported wool?
Sustainability

Have we opened the door to cheap imported wool?

The directive could lift demand for local fleece, but it may also let cheaper overseas wool undercut New Zealand farmers.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023
6 global changes we’re not ready for
Space

6 global changes we’re not ready for

A UN University report warns that water, food, heat and insurance systems are nearing tipping points that could trigger collapse.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand
Supply Chain

Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand

The Quadrent Green Lease programme champions digital inclusion and e-waste reduction in New Zealand's underprivileged communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience
Risk & Compliance

Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience

Floods at the international terminal have prompted a major stormwater overhaul that will protect operations and treat runoff before it reaches the harbour.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions
Climate change

The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions

Without more public transport and safer active travel, higher fuel prices risk pricing more Kiwis out of everyday trips.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2023
How long do we have to limit global warming?
Sustainability

How long do we have to limit global warming?

Scientists say the remaining carbon budget for a 1.5°C warming limit could run out within six years at current emissions levels.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience
Supply Chain

Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience

The report says Cyclone Gabrielle exposed how failures in power, water and communications can cascade across New Zealand's critical networks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Fleet safety award winners announced
Supply Chain

Fleet safety award winners announced

Brake's annual awards in Auckland have honoured firms and individuals cutting crashes and emissions from work vehicles across Australasia.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023

Global Stories

Climate change stories

'Sustainability goals not matching ambition in global businesses, study reveals'
Clean technologies

'Sustainability goals not matching ambition in global businesses, study reveals'

A new study reveals a wide gap between the high sustainability ambitions of global businesses and their actions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023
New fintech platform Fils brings sustainability to payment companies
Fintech

New fintech platform Fils brings sustainability to payment companies

New fintech platform Fils, developed by Nameer Khan, equips payment firms with tools to integrate ESG values in operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems
Hyperscale

PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems

PerfectScale has unveiled a tool designed to measure and reduce Kubernetes' carbon emissions within major cloud systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer

Westcon-Comstor appoints Kevin Brzezinski, existing SVP of Global Operations, as its first Chief Sustainability Officer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

Schneider Electric becomes founding member of Australian Sustainability Tech Council
EduTech

Schneider Electric becomes founding member of Australian Sustainability Tech Council

Schneider Electric joins the newly formed Sustainability Tech Council in Australia; aims to fast-track sustainability efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift
Storage

Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift

Parliamentary summit highlights crucial role of UK businesses in achieving net zero emissions and fostering sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023