Your Business

Sustainable Businesses

Target Sustainability  is a programme from the Christchurch City Council which will improve the efficiency of your business and save you money in areas of waste, energy, water, and paper.

The Sustainable Business Network  is a forum that supports businesses on the path to becoming sustainable. Check for regular events, current news and national/international links.

The Natural Step  provides a strategic approach to sustainability based on solid science, sound business decision making, and systems thinking.

Greater Wellington  describes on its sustainable business website how businesses can approach sustainable practices and what the benefits are.

New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development promotes eco-efficiency, innovation, responsible entrepreneurship and a sustainable supply chain.

Simply Sustainable  is a model from the Ministry for the Environment to find facts and information about building sustainable and commercially sound processes into your business.

Energy use – also see Energy Links and More

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) - EECA Business.

Looking for an accredited energy advisor? Please see Energy Auditors - Eco-labelling and certification

Environmental Choice  NZ is a member of the Global Eco-labelling Network. Currently licensed products include paper products, cleaner and detergents and flooring.

Green Globe  is an environmental management system and eco-label for the travel and tourism industry.

EnviroSmart is a programme from Landcare Research (Ministry for the Environment) which enables businesses to reach EnviroMark Level 3 Gold.