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Climate change stories - Page 14

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Tourists feel the chill of Antarctica in Air NZ's next safety video

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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Air NZ's next safety video will highlight the fundamental importance of Antarctica in understanding global climate change.
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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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James Shaw, electric cars & the winners of the 2017 Sustainable Business Awards

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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New Zealand Post wins top award at the NZI Sustainable Business Awards 2017, recognising its commitment to sustainability.
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Tech predicted to have biggest impact on future - over increased equality

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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In a survey commissioned by Vodafone Group, almost a fifth of respondents put technological innovation at the top of the list.
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Small-town New Zealand organisation ranked tenth in the world for climate change work

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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Motu, a small research organisation from New Zealand, has been ranked tenth in the world for their climate change work.
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Remote observation tech gives classrooms an Ocean view

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Using tech-enabled ocean observation tools, a teacher in Hampton Hill School is bringing the science of the seas into her classroom.
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NZ Super Fund gets AAA rating following release of climate change strategy

Tue, 2nd May 2017
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European asset owners are the global leaders on managing climate risk but Australia and New Zealand are now beginning to rival Europe.
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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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Digital divide and climate change: Huawei outlines their commitments

Fri, 12th Aug 2016
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Huawei pledges action on climate and digital gaps, revealing eco-goals and tech outreach in their latest sustainability report.
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Bring your climate change solution to life with Wellington's Smart Energy Challenge

Thu, 15th Jan 2015
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Wellington's Smart Energy Challenge returns, funding citizen innovations tackling climate change. Apply by 15 Feb to energize your idea!.
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Meridian Energy abandons QLD hyrdo plans on 'puzzling' Australian stance

Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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Meridian Energy, the partially privatised electricity generator and retailer, has abandoned plans for a Queensland hydro power project, blaming the.
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Little appoints shadow Cabinet: Robertson finance, King deputy

Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Newly elected Labour Party leader Andrew Little has appointed his closest rival for the job, Grant Robertson, to the crucial finance role previousl.
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UPDATE: New Zealand, South Korea conclude free-trade agreement

Sat, 15th Nov 2014
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NZ and South Korea seal a free-trade deal, slashing $230m in export tariffs, aiming to boost two-way trade currently valued at $4bn.
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Can ICT be a force for positive change in the world?

Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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Dimension Data's 2013 Sustainability Report underscores how ICT solutions can drive environmental sustainability, reducing travel, energy, and waste.
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ICT Minister gains environment portfolio

Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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In a cabinet reshuffle, ICT Minister Amy Adams gains the Environment portfolio, while Internal Affairs goes to Simon Bridges, marking a significant realignment.
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Climate change: getting warmer...

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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The UN climate change conference in Cancun marks a new beginning, with agreements on funding and clean energy.
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Sustainability is more than office recycling

Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Sustainability is not just about reducing carbon footprint, it's a financial strategy, says Julian Smith of MYOB New Zealand.
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A sustained effort

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Greenpeace's Cool IT Leaderboard highlights IT firms' climate efforts. Cisco leads with 62 points, doubling its score through emissions-saving tech.
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Sony targets “zero environment” footprint

Fri, 9th Apr 2010
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CEO Sir Howard Stringer says the firm will create a green model for others to follow while setting itself a zero environmental footprint target by 2050.
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Getting warmer?

Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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On December 7th, representatives of 192 countries will meet in Copenhagen to try to reach consensus on climate change.