by Heidi | Aug 25, 2023 | General, Government Community of Practice News, Sustainability & Resilience News
Procurement professionals in the government sector understand that intentional procurement can lead to improved environmental sustainability. They are on the lookout for directions on how to apply government eco-friendly policies when acquiring infrastructure and overseeing construction. The “Pathway to Green Construction Procurement” published in August 2023 by APCC emphasizes five main pillars of environmental sustainability: energy, water, circular economy, biodiversity, and carbon emissions but does not delve into the social or financial aspects of capital ventures.
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by Heidi | Aug 22, 2023 | Sustainability & Resilience News
At COP27, a groundbreaking initiative was unveiled, aimed at bridging the gap in our collective approach towards achieving a net zero world. For those who are ardently working towards curbing greenhouse gas emissions, be it for an enterprise, community, or nation, the journey can often seem muddled. With multiple interpretations and strategies centred around “Net Zero” clarity becomes a luxury.
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by Heidi | Aug 21, 2023 | Events, Sustainability & Resilience News
This annual one-day New Zealand based technical symposium brings representatives from various industries together to share asset management experiences and challenges, and provides a forum for networking & information sharing.
This year’s theme is getting the balance right – incorporating resilience in asset management.
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by Heidi | Jul 19, 2023 | General, Sustainability & Resilience News
The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction recently published a document entitled “Principles for Resilient infrastructure”. A set of six interconnected Principles for Resilient Infrastructure are detailed:
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by Heidi | Jul 18, 2023 | General, Sustainability & Resilience News
Here are some No cost UN Sustainability Courses that may be of varying interest:
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by Heidi | Jul 17, 2023 | Sustainability & Resilience News
The Climate Council has developed a map that allows you to explore the risk profile of your suburb providing percentage exposure of properties to damage from a range of climate influenced hazards under three scenarios – low, medium, high risk. Check how your property fits in this risk profile. Access the tool here.
