Hospitality workshops
In 2009, Sustainabiz has run workshops for the hospitality industry in Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Aroha and Taupo, with around 40 participants from 20 businesses attending. Further workshops are planned for Huntly and Putaruru. Find out more >>>
Toccata Café sorts out their waste
Since attending the Sustainabiz workshop in Cambridge last month, Mark Eyre of Toccata Café has been sorting out the café’s waste. Find out more >>>
Assistance for waste minimisation and energy efficiency initiatives
Between now and the end of June 09, Sustainabiz is able to offer various levels of assistance for small-to-medium sized businesses who want to cut down on waste or improve their energy efficiency and save money. Find out more >>>
EnviroSmart helps businesses cut waste to landfill
An Environment Waikato initiative has helped three Waikato businesses downsize their ecological footprints and dramatically reduce waste to local landfills. Find out more >>>
Sustainable Business Network launch Greenlist
Brought to you by the Sustainable Business Network (SBN) and Ecobob, this directory is unique as each listing is compared against a set of six sustainability principles. Find out more >>>
New compost system cuts odour
If you want to compost your food scraps at home or at work, but are put off because of the smell, the innovative 'Bokashi' method could be just the ticket. Find out more >>>
Sustainability in local government forum
Sustainabiz has initiated a forum for local government agencies to share information on sustainability issues and prioritise actions, recognising the importance for local government to take a lead in the move towards more sustainable organisations and societies. Forums have been held in October 2008 and March 2009 with representatives from 10 councils within the Waikato and Bay of Plenty attending.
It is planned to hold the forum on a quarterly basis to continue driving sustainable business practices within the local government sector.
