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Flying into the future: Air NZ sets a date for emissions-free flights
The airline says this country is well-placed for sustainable flying.
Doing good to make money - NZ's big push to attract US investors
And the Kiwi companies behind the products and services.
Focus: How Kiwis are curbing the cost of living
With the cost of living crisis showing no signs of slowing, we take a look at some of the creative ways Kiwis across the country are saving money. Video / NZ Herald
Hollywood on Howe: Australia's most exclusive ecotourism spot
Lord Howe Island specialises in unspoilt nature, with a side of fuss-free luxury.
Carbon confessional: NZ's most (and least) eco-conscious air routes revealed
23% of passengers to Wellington offset their emissions compared to 3% in Dunedin.
Small Business: The beach walk that inspired a Kiwi entrepreneur
Sneaker company YY Nation launches zero carbon certified shoes.
The optimistic future of truly sustainable tourism
'Travel and tourism can still be a significant force for good.'
Flying should be "guilt free" says UK transport secretary
Feel guilty about the environmental impact of flying? UK's transport secretary says don't.
Warehouse reveals terms of its sustainable loan
The Warehouse signs a $70 million "sustainability-linked loan" with Westpac NZ.
Air NZ forks out for birchwood cutlery in plastic-free trial
Air New Zealand's tries to reduce plastic and carbon emissions with new eco-serviceware.
Focus: Founder of Usedfully talks to the NZ Herald
Bernadette Casey, founder of Wellington company Usedfully, who recycle material such as old cotton clothing into useful products such as roading material. Video / Mark Mitchell
A watery wake-up call — climate change is here
The German and Belgian floods are not the beginning of climate change-caused disasters.
Climate change: Business needs to get ahead of the game
With this much change going on business has to get ahead of the game.
Business wants to avoid climate change fishbowl
This Herald report is produced in collaboration with the Aotearoa Circle.
New shifts in sustainability trends continue at pace
World leaders are backing actions to put environmental issues at the forefront of politics
Sustainable Business: NZGIF Budget boost 'changes everything'
Green investment bank tasked to shift the dial on emissions.
The rich are vulnerable too in the escalating climate crisis
Financial Times: Less than 100 days until COP26, the Paris agreement pledges are crucial
Sustainable Business: Path to a climate-resilient future
The sense of urgency in confronting climate change is resounding.
Sustainable finance moving into the mainstream
Finance should deliver positive environmental and social impact and inclusion for all.
Jacinda Ardern: Not changing is not an option
Climate action is an economic opportunity for NZ and we need to seize it.
Nigel Annett: A big task — but we can't afford to fail
The financial sector will need to step up and be prepared to invest in innovation.
Researcher calls out early warning system gridlock
If we cannot manage the present, what does that say about our plans for the future.
Sustainable Business: Smart idea secures power source
solarZero develops and installs solar energy systems for homes throughout NZ.
Time is running out for our precious environment
The Aotearoa Circle is committed to achieving sustainable prosperity for New Zealand.
Sustainable bonds drive Kāinga Ora green building reforms
The Crown agency is market-leading, but it's also helping to transform the market.
Sustainable Business: HSBC sets ambitious targets
HSBC is leading the way globally with innovative solutions for sustainable financing.
Del Hart: Positive trends in investment
Global investors are rapidly adopting sustainability principles.
Sustainable Business: Feeding the changing world
An MPI project aims to help the food production sector adapt to climate change.
Nicola Swan and Daniel Kalderimis: A live and pressing question
Climate change litigation should be recognised as a financial risk like any other.
Contact Energy links loans to sustainable performance
Contact Energy now has all its loans in a sustainable finance portfolio.
James Shaw: This is a better future for all of us
New Zealand is facing a historic opportunity.
Accelerating towards a more sustainable future
The Aotearoa Circle has wasted little time to promote environmental and social initiatives