Environmental
How Trevelyan’s is reshaping its approach to energy
Trevelyan’s is focused on continually improving energy efficiency across the business. We learn more about its new approach to solar, as well as emissions reduction work around electrifying its fleet…
Read MoreWho gets to see the future?
Young people do not all begin with the same view of the future. Some grow up around adults who can explain how industries work, introduce them to useful people, help…
Read MoreA guide to geoheat for businesses
The Geoheat Business Guide in Aotearoa New Zealand provides businesses with practical guidance on adopting geoheat — the direct use of geothermal energy for heating and cooling. Geothermal heat provides…
Read MoreC3 Pedersen Group cuts emissions with innovative machine management
The Mount Maunganui Industry Environmental Accord has been signed by 31 businesses within the industrial zone who have volunteered to take measures above and beyond what’s required to measurably reduce environmental…
Read MoreCircular construction in action: Building with recycled plastics
At the latest meeting of Priority One’s Circular Construction Collective, construction leaders, builders, innovators and environmental experts gathered to explore one of the built environment’s most stubborn challenges: plastic. The…
Read MoreNew high-tech port hopper excels in sustainability and safety
The business Page Macrae Engineering was established in Mt Maunganui in 1955 as a small marine repair business. It remains a privately owned and operated company and is now one of…
Read MoreHR Cement’s environmental work at Mount Maunganui
New Zealand owned and operated, HR Cement is one New Zealand’s three cement manufacturers. Based in Mount Maunganui, it specialises in high-quality cement and low-carbon cement substitutes, which are used…
Read MoreHydrogen refuelling station to open in Tauranga
Transport is the Western Bay’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, so the opening of a green hydrogen refuelling station in the Tauriko Business Estate later this year is positive news. …
Read MoreGenera, biosecurity treatment provider, reduces emissions at the port
The Mount Maunganui Industry Environmental Accord has been signed by 31 businesses within the industrial zone, who have all volunteered to take measures above and beyond what’s required of them…
Read MorePartnering for Nature: demonstrating the power of collaboration
Gemma Coate from Sustainable Business Network shares her insights on Priority One’s Partnering for Nature programme, which connects businesses to meaningful local nature projects. A powerful initiative in the Bay…
Read MoreGoodWrap Recycling tackles shrink wrap in construction
Plastic-wrapped buildings are a common sight in our region, and one of the more visible examples of plastic waste. The wrap serves as a useful protective layer but does pose…
Read MoreNew pipeline shows industry collaborating for environmental and risk improvements
The Mount Maunganui industrial zone is crucial to the economic success of the Western Bay of Plenty and our country’s trade ecosystem. Many businesses in the area are investing in…
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