GREEN GOLD
in association with GREATER WELLINGTON REGIONAL COUNCIL
~ sustainable products & programmes
2020 FINALISTS
AGAIN AGAIN
Guilt-free Cups Deluxe....
After a light bulb moment in March 2018, in which Nada Piatek Managing Director, (pictured) saw a systematic approach to addressing single-use waste in the coffee industry, Again Again was born – and so was the reusable takeaway coffee cup revolution.
"Again Again offers a sustainable solution – in a Kiwi industry that sees 295 million single-use cups entering landfills and the ecosystem annually – through a reusable and refundable coffee cup share system, which stops upwards of 820,000 single-use cups entering landfills annually.” Nada tells us.
The reusable steel cups are available with a deposit and return at participating cafes, giving coffee fiends peace of mind with every sip.
LEARN MORE: www.againagain.co @againagainco
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GREEN GOLD
in association with GREATER WELLINGTON REGIONAL COUNCIL
~ sustainable products & programmes
2020 FINALISTS
AGAIN AGAIN
Guilt-free Cups Deluxe....
After a light bulb moment in March 2018, in which Nada Piatek Managing Director, (pictured) saw a systematic approach to addressing single-use waste in the coffee industry, Again Again was born – and so was the reusable takeaway coffee cup revolution.
"Again Again offers a sustainable solution – in a Kiwi industry that sees 295 million single-use cups entering landfills and the ecosystem annually – through a reusable and refundable coffee cup share system, which stops upwards of 820,000 single-use cups entering landfills annually.” Nada tells us.
The reusable steel cups are available with a deposit and return at participating cafes, giving coffee fiends peace of mind with every sip.
LEARN MORE: www.againagain.co @againagainco
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INNOVATION GOLD in association with DATACOM
~ inventive new products & processes
2020 FINALISTS
INNOVATION GOLD in association with DATACOM
~ inventive new products & processes
INNOVATION GOLD in association with DATACOM
~ inventive new products & processes
2020 FINALISTS
2020 FINALISTS
BLUESTAR GREEN GOLD
~ sustainability practices
2024 FINALISTS
ABEL ODOR
Scent Sense
Since 2013, Abel has been leading the conscious fragrance movement with unwavering ethics; through biotechnology, master perfumery and 100% natural ingredients
This Aro Street-based company has pioneered transparency in an industry shrouded in secrecy, disclosing full ingredient lists for every scent.
Abel's commitment to sustainability extends beyond ingredients to packaging, using FSC-certified materials and bioplastic caps.
Their global distribution strategy minimizes carbon footprint, with sea shipping and carbon-neutral options for 60% of European and all New Zealand orders.
"We're not just creating fragrances; we're cultivating a movement for conscious consumption in the beauty industry," says Frances Shoemack, Founder (pictured).
"Our 'one in, one out' policy defys industry trends of excess and embodies the mindful approach of everything they do.”
With a 91% year-on-year growth in the US market, Abel proves that ethics and aesthetics can coexist profitably in luxury perfumery.
LEARN MORE:
www.abelfragrance.com
www.facebook.com/abelfragrance
HUNTERS ELEMENT
Wild about Green
Since 2002, Hunters Element has been at the forefront of sustainable practices in the hunting and fishing apparel industry.
Their commitment to eco-friendly innovation has led to groundbreaking achievements, including the introduction of recycled fibers into hunting apparel and the development of PFC-free waterproofing.
The company's efforts have yielded impressive results: repurposing 12.5 million plastic bottles, preventing 309 tonnes of CO2e emissions, and saving 19.15 billion liters of water. Their Leave Only Trails fund has invested over $218,000 in conservation causes.
Founder Rob Wilson (pictured) proudly emphasises their mission: "Our goal isn't just to make great outdoor gear; it's to redefine what it means to be an environmentally responsible company in our industry. Every product we create is a step towards a more sustainable future for outdoor enthusiasts and the wild places we love."
LEARN MORE:
www.evolveoutdoors.com
HUTT CONCRETE PRODUCTS
Reconstructing Construction
Since 2015, Hutt Concrete Products has been committed to implementing sustainable practices in the concrete industry.
Their innovative approach includes using alternative reinforcing in the concrete and incorporating fly ash, repurposing about 37.5 tons of industrial waste annually.
This strategy has led to a new line of products with a 32% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard products.
By producing and supplying these locally, they save transportation emissions by an average of 36kg CO2 per tonne.
Their efforts have earned them a $50,000 Sustainability Grant from Upper Hutt City Council.
Hayden Harvey, Managing Director, (pictured with co- Founder Dallin Harvey) explains: "Every new product we create brings us closer to our goal of reaching Carbon Net Zero well before the industry's 2050 target."
LEARN MORE:
www.hcp.nz
www.facebook.com/hcp.nz
JT GROUP
Zero heroes
JT Group, pioneering exterior building cleaning for over 60 years, has set new industry standards with their innovative Electric Building Wash Technology.
Their cutting-edge Robotic Building Wash Machine and Electric Water Blasters offer quicker, safer, and more efficient cleaning compared to traditional methods.
With a team of 70 nationwide, JT Group serves industrial, commercial, retail, and high-rise properties. Their patented technologies, including self-climbing and wall-adhering capabilities, ensure safety while minimising environmental impact.
Owner, Ray Tomlinson highlights: "Sustainability has been at the forefront of JT Group. Our robotic system reduces water consumption by 85% while our electric washers eliminate 120 kg CO2e per day, equivalent to driving 800km, while eliminating noise pollution."
JT Group is now building this technology in NZ and taking it internationally.
LEARN MORE:
www.jt-group.co.nz/
THE CAPITAL KIWI PROJECT
Predator Competitors
Since 2018 this innovative community conservation initiative has deployed a 4,600-strong stoat trap network across 24,000 hectares, from Red Rocks to Porirua.
Since 2022, after an absence of around 150 years, 138 kiwi have been welcomed home to the hills surrounding our capital city: part of the largest kiwi translocation ever undertaken.
The kiwi re-wilding has won attention globally (National Geographic, New York Times, Leonardo DiCaprio) and locally (Country Calendar).
Paul Ward, founder (pictured): "Our collective mahi is showing what can be achieved when we – locals, iwi, landowners – work together around a shared purpose.
The return of our national icon to the wild west of Wellington is redefining the possibilities of large-scale conservation alongside people."
LEARN MORE:
https://www.facebook.com/capitalkiwi/
www.instagram.com/capital.kiwi/
ZEALANDIA Te Māra a Tāne
Natures Revival
Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne stands as a beacon of sustainability with its 500-year vision of nature restoration.
This pioneering ecosanctuary has been at the forefront of conservation innovation since 1997, creating the world's first predator exclusion fence and reintroducing extinct species to mainland New Zealand.
Beyond its boundaries, Zealandia leads the Sanctuary to Sea Kia Mouriora te Kaiwharawhara project which works alongside the community to restore the wellbeing of this significant catchment.
The sanctuary has maintained Toitū Carbon Zero certification for eight consecutive years, reducing Scope 1 emissions from 36tCO2e in 2015 to ~15tCO2e in 2022/23.
"Our 500-year vision isn't just about restoring nature within our fence," says Dr. Danielle Shanahan, Chief Executive. "It's about transforming how people live with nature in urban environments, inspiring sustainability in businesses and communities alike."
LEARN MORE:
www.visitzealandia.com/