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SUMMARY:Summer Innovation Celebration 2023
DESCRIPTION:Summer Celebration of Innovation 2023\nDate: Wednesday 8th February 2023\nTime: 4:00pm -6:30pm\nVenue: Mount Maunganui Surf Club\n\nPriority One\, in collaboration with the NZ Hi-Tech Awards\, invites you to celebrate the innovation sector across the Western Bay of Plenty at the 2023 Summer Celebration of Innovation.\nJoin us for an exciting evening with a focus on emerging talent\, and a spotlight on the local tech ecosystem as we grow as a destination for innovation. \nThe entertaining David Downs\, NZ Story Chief Executive will join us as MC for the evening\, as we launch the NZ High Tech Awards 2023\, open the Young Innovator Awards (YIA) programme for 2023\, and showcase the projects of students involved in the Priority One’s Summer Open Lab. Joining us will also be some of the most dynamic local innovation businesses\, who continue to put Tauranga Moana on the map! \nWe will be launching the NZ Hi-Tech awards 2023 which will showcase a great line-up of local innovation businesses who will share their stories\, as well as hearing from esteemed NZ Hi-Tech Awards judges who will share key information on the awards programme for 2023.\nCome along to mix and mingle with the local innovation and tech community\, and to learn more about what is happening across the innovation space in our wonderful region. Launch into 2023 in style! \nRegister now to secure your place \n\nLight snacks and refreshments will be provided\nPlease RSVP by Friday 3rd February\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/summer-innovation-celebration-2023/
LOCATION:Mount Maunganui Surf Club\, 21 Adams Avenue\, Mount Maunganui\, Tauranga\, Bay of\, 3116\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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SUMMARY:Public Consultation: Food and Beverage ITP - Tauranga
DESCRIPTION:Priority One and The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) invite Food & Beverage companies from throughout the Western Bay of Plenty\, to attend an upcoming event to discuss the proposed draft Food and Bevered Industry Transformation Plan (ITP). \nThe ITP is proposing a draft vision\, four transformations\, and 16 recommendations that seek to drive the long-term success and prosperity of our food and beverage sector. The plan aims to capture more value for the F&B sector by both enhancing our traditional foods and scaling up our emerging foods. MPI is currently consulting on the draft Food and Beverage ITP and consultation is open until 5 March 2023. \nTogether\, MPI and Priority One are hosting a session to seek your feedback on the plan and its proposals. Click here to sign up to the in-person session being held Friday 10 February from 10am – 12pm\, and head to the website for more information\, including the draft ITP and the schedule of the other in-person and virtual Events: Food and beverage industry transformation plan | NZ Government (mpi.govt.nz)
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/public-consultation-food-and-beverage-itp-tauranga/
LOCATION:Bay of Plenty
CATEGORIES:4Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230216T173000
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SUMMARY:NZ Green Building Council - Green Star Certification
DESCRIPTION:NZ Green Building Council – Green Star Certification\nPriority One Members and non-members are welcome to this event.\nLight refreshments and snacks will be provided.\n\nThe New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) was founded in NZ in July 2005 and in 2006 became the sixth member of the World Green Building Council. \nCreated by the sector\, they are Aotearoa’s leading sustainable building not-for-profit and are passionate advocates for better buildings. There are now 70 green building councils around the world\, representing over 36\,000 members. \nNZGBC are the certifiers for Green Star rated buildings. With three developments in the Priority One Tauranga CBD Blueprint registered to be 6-star rated Green Star buildings; including Tauranga City Council’s new office building at 90 Devonport Road\, headed by developers Willis Bond\, which is set to be the largest mass timber office building in New Zealand and will target a net zero carbon footprint for the building’s construction process; this is a first in the history of Tauranga to have buildings constructed to this level. For more information on the build\, see the latest media release:New Zealand’s largest mass timber office building set to be built in Tauranga’s city centre. \nJoin us to hear from NZGBC’s technical coordinator and Tauranga’s local connect\, James Woods\, to gain a better understanding of what it means to develop a Green Star building and the process required to achieve this. Also joining us will be Warren and Mahoney‘s architectural designer\, Jeremy Opie\, a key member of the team for the 90 Devonport Road project new build\, who will discuss its design progress. Based in the Tauranga studio Jeremy is excited to be a part of this pioneering mass timber and keen to share his knowledge on the Green Star rated build. \n\nDate: Thursday 16th February 2023\nTime: 3:30pm -5:30pm\nVenue: Classic Flyers Aviation Museum
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/nz-green-building-council-green-star-certification/
LOCATION:Classic Flyers Aviation Museum\, 9 Jean Batten Drive\, Mount Maunganui\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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SUMMARY:Indonesia Culture and Culinary Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bay of Plenty Indonesian Community as we celebrate and promote the rich and vibrant culture of Indonesia at the first Indonesian Festival in the Bay of Plenty. \nThis event is proudly sponsored by the Tauranga Western Bay Community Event Fund\, the Ethnic Community Development Fund\, Multicultural Tauranga\, the Indonesian Embassy\, Tautoko Mai\, and the Indonesian Community from different regions. \nSave the date: February 18th\, from 11 am to 5 pm\, at the Waikato University\, Tauranga CBD (101 Durham Street)\, to experience Indonesia like never before. This event is open to the public and free of charge. \nBe amazed by the authentic Indonesian dance performances and musical instruments\, including the Angklung\, made from bamboo. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in the Angklung Interactive. Get a glimpse of Indonesia’s picturesque tourism\, witness Batik making demonstrations\, and admire the painting display from Indonesian Artist “Dali Susanto.” \nTreat your taste buds to the delicious food offerings from Indonesian food vendors and shop for unique merchandise such as Indonesian clothing\, crafts\, and arts. \nSo bring your family and friends and come together as a community to celebrate everything that Indonesia and Indonesians are about. This festival is a great opportunity to improve diversity and create a stronger sense of community. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience! \nFor more information\, visit the Downtown Tauranga event page. See you there.
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/indonesia-culture-and-culinary-festival/
LOCATION:University of Waikato Tauranga Campus\, 101 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:4Member Events
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SUMMARY:Bay of Plenty Business Growth & Support Virtual Conference
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URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/bay-of-plenty-business-growth-support-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Bay of Plenty
CATEGORIES:4Member Events
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SUMMARY:Spark: Meeting Room Services Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Spark NZ invites attendees to a 1 hour 30 minute informative event delving into the realm of hybrid working. This event will bring together top experts to provide valuable insights on the current boom of Microsoft Teams and video meeting room systems\, as well as the critical aspects to be aware of while designing the right solution for teams. \nDuring the event\, attendees will have the chance to see live demonstrations of technology from leading technology companies\, and our experts will highlight the devices that have given customers an edge in the post-pandemic hybrid working environment. \nLunch will be provided and attendees will have plenty of opportunities to network and share their experiences with others in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. The agenda includes sessions on workplace trends\, a discussion on the benefits of Spark Meeting room solutions\, and a demonstration of the possibilities. The event will culminate in a roundtable Q&A session. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to expand knowledge on hybrid working and explore the latest technology in this field. \nFor more information and to register your place\, click here.
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/spark-meeting-room-services-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Trinity Wharf\, 51 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:4Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230301T163000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230301T193000
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SUMMARY:Amotai Meet the Buyer Event - Bay of Plenty
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URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/amotai-meet-the-buyer-event-bay-of-plenty/
LOCATION:University of Waikato Tauranga Campus\, 101 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230303T090000
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SUMMARY:Managing & Retaining Empowered Employees in the New Hybrid Workplace: The Research
DESCRIPTION:The workplace as changed dramatically over the past few years.  It’s not just remote and hybrid work\, employees’ expectations of their employers and managers have also shifted.  With plentiful employment options\, empowered employees require engagement more than ever.  Learn how to build a culture of employee engagement – one that retains top talent\, and drives productivity. \nEmpowered employees don’t wait for things to get better\, they leave.  Engaged employees are more likely to stay\, more willing to go the extra mile\, and better equipped to manage change and innovate. \nSee the organisational and emotional components of employee engagement.  Understand the role of senior leaders\, HR\, and front-line mangers in developing a sustainable culture of employee engagement.  Discuss how to strike the right balance when it comes to work from home and return to in-person. \nJoin us and develop proactive strategies to engage your employees\, focusing on the activities that will create the most impact for your organisation and team.  Confront the challenges of hybrid work\, build systems and structures to engage and retain. Win the war for talent with an organisational culture that supports and engages your employees and leaders. \nGain insights from a global workplace study designed to better understand what drives employee engagement in today’s empowered workplace. \nWho Should Attend:\nThis Executive Business Briefing is designed for senior leaders and human resource leaders that want to better understand specifically how they can positively influence their organisation’s culture and drive employee engagement with empowered employees. \nAttendee comments November 2022 \n\nThanks again for a great topic and insights! Steve Mills Waratah NZ\nThanks so much – what an inspiring & refreshing morning Ruth Naidoo Toi Ohomai\nA great session – thank you! Jacqui Craig Kiwifruit Vine Health\nVery practical suggestions about things to consider in the workplace Natatie Bond My Noke\n\n  \n\n  \n \nExecutive Business Briefing\nPractical strategies for engaging and retaining top talent \nRotorua\nFriday February 17th\nDistinction Hotel\n390 Fenton Street\, Rotorua\n9:00am – 10:30am\nRotorua Business Briefing Registration \nTauranga\nFriday 3rd March\nClassic Flyers\n9 Jean Batten Drive\, Tauranga\n9:00am – 10:30am\nTauranga Business Briefing Registration \nTaupo\nFriday 10th March\nLake Taupo Yacht Club\n9 Ferry Road\, Taupo\n9:00am-10:30am \nHamilton\nFriday 17th March\nWaikato Innovation Park\n1 Melody Lane\, Hamilton\n9:00am-10:30am\nHamilton Business Briefing Registration
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/managing-retaining-empowered-employees-in-the-new-hybrid-workplace-the-research/
LOCATION:Classic Flyers Aviation Museum\, 9 Jean Batten Drive\, Mount Maunganui\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:4Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230308T193000
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SUMMARY:Bay of Plenty Design and Innovation Meetup
DESCRIPTION:BOP Design and Innovation Meetup\nThe Humans Are Dead (!?): Design at the Interface of Robots\, People and New Products\nDate: Wednesday\, 8th March\, 2023\nTime: 5:00pm – 7:30pm\nVenue: Priority One\n\nThe BOP Design and Innovation Meetup is underway for 2023\, with a session focussed on robotics and automation that we’re super excited to bring to you. \nWe know these technologies are transforming industries and workplaces\, but what does that mean for innovation and design? How will robotics impact our approaches to creating new products and services – and vice versa? \nWe are lucky to have two awesome presenters: \n\nCarl Menary is a Senior Industrial Designer at Robotics Plus. Trained in industrial design\, he cut his teeth working in consultancies around the globe before coming back to raise a family and help kiwi companies take on the world. For the last 5 years he has been working as design leader and a senior industrial designer at Robotics Plus\, a world leading robotics company based right here in the Western Bay.\nNick Pickering is a Lecturer at University of Waikato. Nick has 25 years of industry experience across the UK\, Sweden\, Germany\, Australia & NZ)\, before moving into a research career spanning automation\, navigation\, sensing and digital twins. Nick and his team won the Prototype Award at the 2022 Fieldays Innovation Awards for their Kiwifruit Human Assisted Harvesting project – e-Bin project.\n\nCarl and Nick are working at the bleeding edge of application of robotics and other automation technologies in the field. They’ll be sharing their own observations and reflections\, and we’ll also have plenty of time for your questions and input\, and discussion. \nWe’re pleased to host you here at Priority One\, with some snacks and refreshing beverages\, and the chance to connect with other great people around our innovation community. \nShare it around\, grab some friends and we’ll see you there! \nLight snacks and refreshments will be provided.\nPlease RSVP by Monday 6th March \n\nThe D&I Meetup Crew.\n(btw the headline is a Flight of the Conchords reference not a prediction….)
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/bay-of-plenty-design-and-innovation-meetup/
LOCATION:Priority One\, Ground Floor\, 29 Grey Street\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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SUMMARY:Prioritising the Future: Priority One Sustainability Forum '23
DESCRIPTION:Prioritising the Future: Priority One Sustainability Forum ’23\nPriority One Members and non-members are welcome to this event.\nDate: Wednesday\, 22nd March\, 2023\nTime: 4:00pm – 7:30pm\nVenue: Trustpower Baypark Arena Suites\, Upstairs\, 81 Truman Lane\, Mount Maunganui 3152\n\nRegister here \nWith a focus on large impact initiatives and encouraging business led change\, join us for this sustainability themed event where we will discuss what it means to be sustainable\, how you can integrate sustainable initiatives into your business\, and the importance of it across our local economy. \nThis dynamic interactive event led by MC and CEO of NZ Story\, David Downs will present keynote speaker\, Jeff Smit from DETA Consulting plus an incredible panel of leaders: \n\nAndrew Clennett\, Chief Executive at Hiringa\nJames Flexman\, Head of Sustainable Strategy & Planning at Mercury\nDebbie O’Byrne\, Circular Economy Principle at Beca\nAndrew Fisher\, Founder & Director at Ecogas\nNathan Searle\, Head of Strategy at Ballance Agri-Nutrients\n(You can find detailed bios for each of the speakers below)\n\nThey will share their experiences in actively leading sustainable change whilst covering the topics of decarbonisation\, circular economy\, hydrogen\, renewable energy\, emissions\, and mode shift. \nThe event will highlight the importance of collaboration and discuss the projects being delivered across Tauranga Moana which contribute to a more prosperous and sustainable economy. You will also get to see first-hand some the local mode shift options that exist across our region thanks to UBCO\, GoTo Car Sharing\, Farmer Autovillage\, and Electrify. \nWhether you have a direct interest in sustainability\, or don’t know much about it\, this event is for you. Get your teams together and come along to enjoy a mix and mingle as we inspire to being a more sustainable region\, together. \nCanapes and refreshments will be provided.\nPlease RSVP by Friday 17th March\n\nRegister here \nSpeakers:\n\nJeff Smit\, Director at DETA Consulting\nJeff Smit is a director and General Manager at DETA\, a leading company in the decarbonisation of New Zealand industry. With his expertise\, Jeff provides consultancy services to various industrial businesses in achieving their carbon reduction goals. He also works alongside the Climate Leaders Coalition to provide technical support for government briefing documents.\n\n  \n\nDebbie O’Byrne\, Circular Economy Principal at Beca\nDebbie O’Byrne holds the position of Beca’s first Circular Economy (CE) Principal in their Sustainability Advisory team – one of the first CE roles at a Principal level in New Zealand. Debbie has over a decade of involvement in the Circular Economy space\, both nationally and internationally. She has delivered a CE Masterclass for Green Building Council Australia\, been appointed to the College of Assessors as a CE expert for MBIE\, and is an Affiliate Academic to the University of Newcastle. She has also been appointed to the Australian Circular Economy Hub (ACEHUB) and Hunter Joint Organization Circular Procurement Working Groups\, while also participating in multiple Technical Advisory Groups on workforce development and system enablers.\n\n  \n\nAndrew Fisher\, Founder & Director at Ecogas\nAndrew Fisher is the Managing Director of both EcoStock Supplies and EcoGas Limited Partnership. He was the recipient of the Sustainability Superstar Award at the NZI New Zealand Sustainable Business Network Awards 2019. Andrew has made a significant impact on the waste minimisation sector in a relatively short amount of time. He is responsible for the development of the Ecogas Facility\, New Zealand’s first anaerobic digestive facility\, which is now fully operational based in Reperoa.\n\n  \n\nJames Flexman\, Head of Sustainable Strategy & Planning at Mercury\nJames Flexman\, Head of Sustainable Strategy & Planning at Mercury Energy\, has a mechanical engineering degree from Auckland University\, and 8 years’ experience in Pulp and Paper manufacturing with Carter Holt Harvey. He pursued an MBA at Oxford before joining an electricity generator/retailer in England\, returning to New Zealand to rejoin Carter Holt Harvey as energy manager\, and later heading their recycling company for seven years. Nine years ago\, he joined Mercury NZ Limited\, initially leading the Wholesale Markets function\, operating hydro power stations\, trading and selling electricity to commercial customers.\n\n  \n\nAndrew Clennett\, Chief Executive at Hiringa\nAndrew Clennett is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hiringa Energy. He is a member of the New Zealand Institute of Directors and has held several directorship and trustee positions\, including former Director of Shell Todd Oil Services (STOS)\, Trustee of Energy Skills NZ\, and is currently a board member of the New Zealand Hydrogen Council. Andrew has served on national and international industry working committees\, examples including Aotearoa Circle Low Carbon Emission Roadmap Technical Advisory Group and World Energy Council Hydrogen Working Group. Andrew has over 26 years of energy industry experience and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Electrical) with Honours from the University of Tasmania.\n\n  \n\nNathan Searle\, Head of Strategy at Ballance Agri-Nutrients\nNathan has held several Director roles over fifteen years across the value chain of New Zealand’s largest company.  He heads up a global leadership development business and is a Tasmanian food producer.  Currently the Head of Strategy at Ballance Agri-Nutrients\, Nathan is focused on evolving NZ food production to deliver more productivity on a lighter footprint and the requirement to transition large manufacturing operations to be fit for a low emissions future.  Nathan is passionate about sustainability\, innovation\, and agriculture\, and is a regular speaker on these topics at industry conferences and events.
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/prioritising-the-future-priority-one-sustainability-forum-23/
LOCATION:Mercury Baypark\, 81 Truman Lane\, Mount Maunganui\, Bay of Plenty\, 3152\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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SUMMARY:Priority One Blood Drive - How many lives can we save across the Bay\, in a day?
DESCRIPTION:Priority One Blood Drive – How many lives can we save across the Bay\, in a day? Tauranga Blood Drive \nDate: Wednesday\, 5th April\, 2023\nTime: 9:30am – 1:00pm\nVenue: Priority One\n\nPriority One and NZ Blood are calling on local businesses to put on their capes and join forces for one bloody awesome event! \nTogether\, let’s see how many lives we can save across the Bay\, in a day\, with our first ever Priority One Blood Drive\, being held Wednesday 5th April at Priority One’s offices in downtown Tauranga. \nEach and every week\, more than 5\,000 blood donations are needed here in New Zealand and with less than 4% of Kiwis currently donating\, we are often behind where we need to be to support our people in need. That’s why we’re rallying our community to come together and make a difference. Donating blood is a simple and quick process that can have a huge impact on someone’s life. In fact\, just one donation can help save up to three lives! \nBy taking just a few minutes out of your day to donate\, you’ll not only be helping those in need\, but you’ll also be contributing to our collective effort to ensure that our community has a reliable and sustainable blood supply. Plus\, you’ll have the chance to mingle with other local businesses while enjoying some refreshments – cookies and chocolate included! \nLet’s rally our teams together\, get those veins pumping and do some good for our community. Help us save lives – one donation at a time! \nMAKE YOUR LIFE SAVING BOOKING\, NOW! \nTime slots available between 9.30am and 1.00pm \n \nLight snacks and refreshments will be provided.\nPlease RSVP by Monday 3rd April \nNot sure if you’re eligible to become a donor? Click here to find out.\nFor more information about giving blood\, visit: www.nzblood.co.nz \n\n\nReturn to the Priority One Events calendar
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/priority-one-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Priority One\, Ground Floor\, 29 Grey Street\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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SUMMARY:Decarbonisation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Priority One: Decarbonisation Workshop\nPriority One Members and non-members are welcome to this event.\nLED BY SUSTAINABLE TRANSFORMATION SPECIALISTS TADPOLE\, DISCOVER THE LATEST STRATEGIES FOR TACKLING CLIMATE CHANGE AT OUR UPCOMING DECARBONISATION WORKSHOP. JOIN US AS WE DELVE INTO THE CAUSES AND IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND EXPLORE GLOBAL\, NATIONAL\, AND LOCAL INITIATIVES AIMED AT COMBATING IT. LEARN ABOUT THE DECARBONISATION INITIATIVES FOR TRANSPORTATION\, MANUFACTURING\, REFRIGERATION\, PACKAGING\, WASTE\, AND RESOURCES\, AND ARM YOURSELF WITH PRACTICAL ACTIONS TO EXPLORE AND LEARN HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR OWN CLIMATE ACTION PROGRAMME\nDate: Thursday\, 27th April\, 2023\nTime: 9:30am – 11:30am\nVenue: Holy Trinity Tauranga\n\nBuilding on the successful webinar series last year\, Priority One is delighted to be hosting a 2 hour interactive workshop on Climate Change and Climate Action\, this April. \nHeld at Holy Trinity Tauranga\, the workshop aims to grow your knowledge of climate change\, and what causes it\, so you can build strategies to decarbonise your business and supply chain. It will explore the initiatives being taken globally\, nationally and locally here in the Western Bay of Plenty and will arm you with practical actions to explore. \nRecent weather events in Auckland and across large parts of the North Island are a stark reminder than climate change is upon us. Now more than ever\, we need to act. Join sustainable transformation specialists Tadpole\, and other like-minded business owners and employees for what promises to be an enlightening and engaging couple of hours. \nPart One\n\nWhat is Climate Change?\nWhat is causing it?\nWhat is its impact globally?\nWhat is its impact in NZ?\n\nDirect physical impacts\nIndirect transitional impacts\n\n\nWhat is NZ doing about it?\nWhat is Western Bay of Plenty as a region doing about it?\n\nPart Two\n\nHow to get started – developing your Climate Action Programme\nDecarbonisation initiatives for:\n\nTransportation\nManufacturing\nRefrigeration\nPackaging\nWaste\n\n\nResources\n\nThe Decarbonisation workshop is an opportunity for businesses to learn about the impacts of climate change and take practical steps towards decarbonizing their operations. Whether you’re interested in measuring your carbon footprint or need help demystifying the topic of sustainability\, this workshop will equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to make meaningful progress towards a more sustainable future. \nLight snacks and refreshments will be provided.\nPlease RSVP by Monday 24th April\nFor more information on decarbonisation for businesses\, click here. To connect with our Priority One Sustainability Lead\, Marissa Nikora\, contact: marissa@priorityone.co.nz.  \n\n\nAbout Tadpole\nAt Tadpole\, we care about people\, the planet and improving business outcomes. As sustainable transformation specialists\, we engage stakeholders to develop robust action plans and build brands through effective engagement – all backed by science. We are a strong blend of expert knowledge and business acumen and aspire to be a leading sustainability practice that is known for providing high end service\, increasing the positive impact of our clients and providing lifetime value. \nWhether you want to measure your carbon footprint or have the topic of sustainability demystified\, Tadpole can help.
URL:https://www.priorityone.co.nz/event/decarbonisation-workshop/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Tauranga\, 215 Devonport Road\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110
CATEGORIES:1Priority One
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