Articles in Sustainability
SodaStream shows Kiwis how to enjoy fizz with less guilt
We all know recycling is good for the planet, and us, so why isn’t the message getting through? On average, only 23% of plastics were recycled …
350 Aotearoa is running a Grassroots Climate Leaders’ Workshop from the 3rd-6th of February (Waitangi Weekend) and has been organised to provide newly-appointed regional field co-ordinators with training to kick-start a strong 2012, by leading campaigns that …
Contact: Supriya Kumar, skumar@worldwatch.org, (+1) 202-452-1999, ext: 510
12 Simple Steps for Going Green in 2012
As we ring in the new year, here are twelve steps that we can all take to reduce our impact on …
Friday, December 2, 2011 – Wellington
Forest & Bird media release for immediate use
Fonterra water quality move welcomed
Forest & Bird today congratulated dairy giant Fonterra for introducing a new requirement on their farmer suppliers to …
By Sean Weaver
Palm fronds rustled in the breeze sounding like distant applause. Below, a tense village meeting was unfolding. The lapping of waves signified something different ever since the high tide came and stole the …
Update from Ian Montanjees
Discount on roof paint by Resene paints to those painting white in response to the White Roofs Project!
Resene is generously continuing its discount on roof paint to people painting white in response …
Review by Charlotte Squire
Members of Club Happyzine go in the draw to win a copy.
If you’re passionate about organic food and wine, enjoying eco-friendly holidays and maintaining some awareness of the politics of being green …
By Sean Weaver
In Part 1 of this story (available here) a young woman journeyed on a quest to understand the underlying causes of unsustainable modern culture, and the underlying solution to a sustainable existence on …
By Sean Weaver
Giza, Egypt. Sitting on the shiny plastic covered bench seats of a dusty Cairo bus she watched the jumble and chaos of this sprawling city go past amid the endless bleating of car …
Q & A with Niki Harré, Deputy Head of the Department of Psychology, University of Auckland and Author of the new book Psychology for a Better World
1. What personally inspired you to write Psychology …
Thursday, 20 October 2011, 3:28 pm
Press Release: Royal Forest And Bird Protection Society
Thursday, October 20, 2011 – Wellington
Forest & Bird media release for immediate use
Bird of the Year – polls open today
Singer Hollie Smith, actress …
Thursday, 20 October 2011, 10:35 am
Press Release: Rainbow Springs
Tuatara Naming Rights Up For Grabs
Rotorua, 20 October 2011- Rainbow Springs’ ten baby tuatara siblings are now on display to the public and to celebrate, the team …
Four hundred Wellingtonians rode bicycles and walked to Waitangi Park on Saturday, to join the global day of climate action, Moving Planet – A day to move beyond fossil fuels. The crowd gathered for the …
New education in the emerging area of Sustainable Practice is to be offered to people living in the Waikato and Auckland regions as a result of a partnership between the education focused …
Some very inspiring news gets lost in archives – we’re resurrecting some Hopebuilding stories for Happyzine readers.
Africa’s greatest resources may no longer be diamonds and gold, but instead, its big sun-drenched skies. In coming …
By Matt Mellon, Positive News.org.uk
HRH The Prince of Wales is a man on a mission. Having personally founded 18 charities, he presides over the largest multi-cause charitable group in the UK, which raises …
Progress report from ian Montangees – Founder of the NZ White Roofs Project
I am preparing to begin Stage 2 of the project to start towards the end of September, which will get much more …
The Difference Between White Roofs and Green Roofs in Terms of Their Positive Contribution to Global Warming Reduction – by Ian Montangees
A number of people have asked about the difference between green roofs and …
By Ian Montangees
I will be giving a 60 minute presentation on white roofs at this month’s meeting hosted by the Engineers for Social Responsibility (ESR) society. As well as of interest to …
By Nathan Argent
Greenpeace
Yesterday saw the official opening of the New Zealand Clean Energy Centre – the state of the art facility on the shores of the stunning Lake Taupo. The modern and architecturally …
1. What’s the purpose of www.ecobob.co.nz?
The purpose of Ecobob is to facilitate the sharing of information on eco friendly homes and support people who wish to live in a more environmentally friendly …
1. What’s the purpose of WWF?
WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a future where people live in harmony with nature
2. What is WWF’s background, …
1. What’s the purpose of CAN?
Our mission here at the Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) is more people on bikes, …
From PlanBig.com
Plan Description:
My partner and I are Beekeepers with a vision of bringing bees back to the city and suburbs of Melbourne. We set up this project as we saw a need …
UPPER HUTT, Wellington NZ, 22 June 2011— Planning for the future of sustainable residential growth in Upper Hutt City will progress next week with Upper Hutt City Council to consider the final …
Press release: Electrolux
NZ ENTRIES STAR IN DESIGN LAB 2011
Three New Zealand designers have been selected as top contenders in the global Electrolux Design Lab competition.
From a field of 1,300, the top 25 concepts have …
We hear lots about our carbon footprint, how big it is and the ramifications of our petrochemical lifestyle on future generations. How easy is it to reduce your greenhouse gas emission in any real …
New Zealand’s sports clubs will have the incentive to reduce their environmental impact, thanks to a $300,000 grant to Project Litefoot from the Government’s Community Environment Fund, Environment Minister Nick Smith announced …
June 2, 2011
Greenest Street known soon
Kāpiti Coast’s Greenest Street will be known in less than a month, Mayor Jenny Rowan said today, and the judges face a daunting task choosing an overall winner.
The judging team …
Every year the National Beekeepers’ Association of NZ runs a National Bee Week. This year Bee Week will run from 30 May to 3 June.
More than one third of what we eat is the …
Hutt City Council is the first local council in New Zealand to obtain the international environmental management ISO 14001 accreditation for all areas of business.
The accreditation recognises Council’s proactive approach towards environmental sustainability and compliance …
Media release
For immediate release 26 May 2011
New research shows Kiwis want over a third of our oceans protected
New Colmar Brunton polling has revealed that New Zealanders want more than a third of our oceans protected …
Thanks to the Speight’s Brewery Environment Fund, the Yellow-eyed Penguin Trust Nursery kicked off their planting season this year on International Day of Biological Diversity, Sunday 22 May, 2011 at Tavora …
Blog 10: By Stacey Gasson
With admirable honesty Terena confesses that, until she joined Kapiti Coast’s Greenest Street competition, the abundant resources available to her often went to waste. Blessed with a vegetable garden, orchard and …
An in-depth research project is set to consider how kiwis live in terms of the consumption of the world’s key resources and how communities can become more resilient by reducing their dependence on these resources …
Three weeks to the Expo!
The very first Green Living Show & Organic Expo 2011 where industry experts from all green areas meet to share their knowledge and showcase their products.
With only a few weeks before …
Blog 9: by Stacey Gasson
Avion Terrace has a certain way of doing things. When I drop by to catch up with Vic about their recent CFL*downlight workshop, in true Terrace style I’m met by Vic …
Inhabitat.com lighting design competition
Do you have a bright idea for an eco-friendly lamp that could win you $1000?
We’re thrilled to announce that Inhabitat is teaming up with renowned electronics brand Philips to launch a lighting design …
11 May 2011
NIWA’s latest voyage of discovery will examine the expansive continental shelf around New Zealand looking for our biodiversity hotspots.
NIWA’s Research Vessel Tangaroa sets sail tomorrow, on the second 25-day leg of …
SodaStream uses eco artist, Sarah Turner’s recycled bottle sculpture in their latest campaign with British super model Erin O’Connor.
The huge sphere Sarah handmade from 562 recycled plastic bottles was perfect to …
