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Court again rejects ministry's management plan for Northland's cray fishery
The judge found the revised proposal did not address an urgent marine crisis.
The greening of New Zealand business
Large and small, businesses are not waiting to be told how to address climate change.
Ethically Kate: Save money (and food) with these storage tips
Simple sustainable pantry storage hacks.
How to compost in an apartment: Sustainable options for urban dwellers
Ethically Kate debunks myths about composting challenges and odors in compact spaces.
What is the Olympic flame made out of? Clue: It's not fire
This safe-to-touch 'flame' is the greenest to ever be lit at the Games.
Ethically Kate: How should we dispose of expired batteries?
OPINION: ‘Batteries are a ticking time bomb in recycling bins.’
Govt cuts millions from coastal mapping project; fears communities 'in the dark'
Before the cuts, up to 85% of the coastline was going to be mapped. Now it's up to 40%.
Ethically Kate: Why your old phone can’t go in the rubbish bin (and what to do instead)
The hidden dangers of dumping your old phone.
'Always a kōrero to a name and a meaning': The family who's stayed in Taemaro Bay for centuries
Sandra Heihei is the 17th generation of her family living in remote Taemaro Bay.
Ethically Kate: Is our air fryer addiction good for the planet, or just us?
Kitchen fad or climate solution?
Why avocados are bad for the environment
One of your favourite brunch ingredients comes at a cost.
Otago sheep farmer takes flock from farm to fabric to fashion
Georgina was frustrated by declining wool prices, so she decided to do something about it.
How a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmers
Corporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.
Fieldays exhibitors recognised for standout sites
With two days left of Fieldays, attendees might want to check out award-winning sites.
Dr Jane Goodall urges Kiwi youth to buy ethically
'If it costs so much, you will value it more and there will be less waste,' she said.
This is how you visit the Great Barrier Reef and actually do some good
Be part of the solution, not the problem.
Opinion: Buy better for people, the planet and your bottom-line
OPINION: Sustainability is important whether you care about it or not.
How long should everyday appliances last? Why NZ needs a minimum product lifespan law
The fact is, modern products often fail to meet expectations for longevity.
Northland's Golden Bay wants to replace all coal in its cement making by 2030
Golden Bay has replaced more than half of its coal but wants to do more.
Sustainable travel report suggests Kiwis ‘weary’ about making eco-friendly choices
Kiwis are more likely to not prioritise sustainability compared to the rest of the world.
Sir Ian Taylor's letter to Shane Jones: Are you ready for a 'Coalition of the Willing'?
OPINION: Matua – let’s start speaking the same language.
Spark to take solar power from Genesis’ Lauriston project
Genesis Energy has signed up Spark to take power from its Laurison solar project.
Ethically Kate: New Zealand isn't as clean and green as the world thinks
OPINION: Comparing perception with reality and how we stack up with other countries.
How to improve diversity in NZ's financial services ecosystem - Jim McElwain
OPINION: Progress has been made but the journey is far from complete.
Are best-before dates a waste of time – and a waste of food?
"This has taken away people’s ability to use their senses."
Ethically Kate: Is recycling as good as we think it is?
‘We cannot recycle our way out of our climate crisis.'
Why Kiwis should only wash their jeans twice a year. And as for your undies ...
Save time, energy and the planet with these washing hacks.