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New report shines a light on the reality of sustainability in NZ

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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Kiwi report reveals deep concern for UN goals, with stark gender divide on priorities for a sustainable future.
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Dell launches environmentally sustainable jewellery line

Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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Dell partners with actress Nikki Reed to launch a jewellery line using recycled gold from computer motherboards, blending sustainability with fashion.
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3 key power quality predictions set to kick off in 2018

Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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Australia's power grid faces instability in 2018 as coal is phased out; three key trends in renewables, IoT, and data centres anticipated to stabilise it.
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Only 20% of e-waste is recycled - and this needs to change, says United Nations

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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A new report reveals that e-waste is a growing crisis, with 44.7 million metric tonnes generated in 2016, and a further increase predicted for 2021.
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Seven most interesting hardware startups at Meet Taipei 2017

Fri, 17th Nov 2017
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A large concentration of Taiwanese startups are in the hardware sector, integrating IoT and smart technologies into their innovation.
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New brand, new name: Aranz Geo says goodbye...

Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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Seequent's chief executive Shaun Maloney says the new brand reflects the company's evolving purpose and vision for the future.
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Internet of Things to reduce impact of mining on the environment

Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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57% of respondents from the mining industry say that the most exciting innovation to come from IoT is environmental monitoring.
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Why Kiwis love plug-in hybrid vehicles

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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New Zealanders are gravitating towards plug-in hybrids, driven by their versatility for long trips and towing needs, reports a 'Flip the Fleet' survey.
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Set phasers to kill: Drones could be used to zap weeds

Thu, 5th Oct 2017
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New Zealand's war on weeds gets high-tech as drones armed with lasers secure a £1m bid to tackle the nation's rampant billion-dollar weed issue.
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Calling all green innovators – Entries for WWF Innovation Awards now open

Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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The search is on for big, bold, game-changing ideas and new solutions to New Zealand's greatest environmental challenges.
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Calling all early-stage Wellington eco-startups: The Low Carbon Challenge is back

Thu, 6th Jul 2017
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Six teams with ideas in the areas of waste, transport, housing, building and energy will be accepted as part of the eight-week programme.
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Schools invited to save the environment with digital tech

Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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New Zealand schools can win $5,000 worth of tech gear by showcasing their positive environmental and social impact.
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ERM takes over EnviroSuite's consulting practice for $15m

Mon, 1st May 2017
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EnviroSuite has sold its Pacific Environment Consulting practice to Environmental Resources Management for AUD$15m.
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Samsung puts environment first: Note 7 recycling effort

Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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Samsung announces recycling plan for Galaxy Note 7 devices, including reselling refurbished units in different countries.
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8 tech changes to shake up the transportation industry in 2017

Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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Sweeping tech innovations poised to revolutionise transport in 2017, from autonomous vehicle advances to enhanced safety protocols.
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Climate change and sustainability top of the agenda for smart city objectives

Thu, 10th Nov 2016
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​Climate change, resilience and sustainability will make up half of all smart city objectives by 2020, according to the latest research from Gartner.
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Preparing the business for end of financial year

Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Konica Minolta advises businesses to use the end of the financial year to reinvigorate strategic direction and take advantage of tax breaks.
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OI – The Organic Initiative: The feminine hygiene revolution in a box

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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Feminine hygiene brand The Organic Initiative is disrupting the market with its range of organic, biodegradable products. #sustainability.
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SPCA Auckland goes digital

Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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SPCA and tech firm Fronde partner to streamline pet adoptions with a custom-built app, replacing paper-based system.
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Informal learning opportunities abundant during holidays

Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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Summer holidays needn't halt learning; informal family activities, from cooking to creating art, can provide mental and physical stimulation for children.