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Climate change stories

Sustainability is a business imperative - can technology save us?
Supply Chain

Sustainability is a business imperative - can technology save us?

Sustainability has become even more important over the last few years, with many growing organisations having set their own targets to reduce carbon emissions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Dec 2021
Qlik and Stimson Center partner helping coastal cities that face severe climate risks
Data Analytics

Qlik and Stimson Center partner helping coastal cities that face severe climate risks

Qlik and Stimson Center launch CORVI Data Portal, providing data-driven recommendations to under-resourced coastal cities facing climate risks.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Dec 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Geotab?
Internet of Things

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Geotab?

Geotab, a global player in IoT and connected vehicle space, discusses its innovation, work on EVs, and efforts to fight climate change in APAC.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Mon, 29th Nov 2021
COP26: Huawei tackles climate change with tech innovation
Power / Energy

COP26: Huawei tackles climate change with tech innovation

Technology innovation will play a central role in tackling climate change and achieving carbon reduction goals.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
IBM launches AI-powered software suite to fight climate change
Supply Chain

IBM launches AI-powered software suite to fight climate change

IBM launches environmental intelligence software leveraging AI to help businesses respond to weather and climate risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Oct 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park
Data centers

Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park

Phase one of the park could supply electricity for 30,000 homes and help Canterbury businesses and aviation cut fossil fuel use.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Dec 2021
KiwiRail CEO abandons sinking ship as strike threatens to cripple transport
Supply Chain

KiwiRail CEO abandons sinking ship as strike threatens to cripple transport

Christmas freight and passenger services face major disruption after KiwiRail’s chief executive quit amid looming nationwide strike action.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Nov 2021
Is technology the key to a sustainable future in construction?
Data Analytics

Is technology the key to a sustainable future in construction?

Technology could cut waste and carbon emissions in construction as firms tackle delays, labour shortages and rising budget blowouts.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021
How are supply issues impacting building projects?
Supply Chain

How are supply issues impacting building projects?

Delays and higher costs are looming for major infrastructure works as New Zealand struggles to secure enough gravel, timber, cement and steel.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Nov 2021
How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?
Data Analytics

How are supply issues impacting infrastructure projects?

Delays and cost pressures are looming for major works as New Zealand struggles to secure key construction materials, a new study finds.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations
Supply Chain

Analysing infrastructure strategy’s 67 recommendations

Industry leaders say the draft 30-year plan could give New Zealand clearer funding, planning and delivery for vital infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises
Agricultural Technology

The cost of the Government’s lofty climate promises

Farmers face production cuts and taxpayers could be left with a multi-billion-dollar overseas carbon bill as the 2030 target is questioned.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
Auckland light rail veers off course
Auckland Council

Auckland light rail veers off course

A $5 billion tunnel premium and 489 property buys have raised doubts over whether Auckland’s preferred route is worth the extra cost.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021
Next steps in three waters reform
Auckland Council

Next steps in three waters reform

The government’s plan could cut household costs, but councils fear losing control over water assets as a 30-year fix is pursued.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development
Clean technologies

New Zealand set to benefit from $172m Tongan airport development

Kiwi architects and builders could gain work as the island's new runway opens direct flights, boosting trade and tourism links.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
Red tape cut for high density housing
New Zealand Labour Party

Red tape cut for high density housing

The bill could unlock up to 105,500 extra homes in major cities by letting most sites add three storeys without resource consents.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue
Digital Transformation

Digital strategy for New Zealand long overdue

Missed skills and implementation gaps could leave New Zealand's first digital strategy in nearly 20 years unable to lift growth or productivity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021
Infrastructure maintenance among G20 top priorities
Power / Energy

Infrastructure maintenance among G20 top priorities

Poor maintenance is costing firms billions through outages, water failures and transport disruptions, the G20 says in a new policy agenda.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 4th Oct 2021