Will Auckland’s climate plan survive a change of government? Richard Hills & Parin Rafiei-Thompson
How is the Council progressing with Te Tāruke ā Tāwhiri, Auckland’s Climate Plan? In the three years since it was ratified, we’ve had Covid, a change in council, and now a change of government. Will it survive and how much progress has been made? We check in with its architects, councillor Richard Hills, chair of the Planning, Environment and Parks committee; and Parin Rafiei-Thompson, head of climate innovation and sustainability at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited.
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Higher Interest Rates for Longer, Ep 379 Michael Every
Watch previous episode with Michael Every here.
It’s hard to take seriously the voices that tilt towards doomsday scenarios when all it is is ill-informed pessimism coming from someone desperate enough to double down on conviction for a win. The lesson in the boy who cried wolf was for the boy, after all.
What if the boy had great, long-distance vision, though? We’ve just been ignoring someone trying to help us.
My guest today is not the boy in the story. He’s a cogent voice calling out from the wilderness, warning us the tide’s just shifted, and perhaps it’s time to prepare. Read more here…
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Sustainability? We’ve got a Strategy for that
Sustainability’s elevation into corporate strategy suggests it’s on its way to becoming integral to New Zealand businesses. But why are businesses writing sustainability strategies? What do they look like? And how often do they translate into real action?
For answers, Ross Inglis talked with Vanessa Thompson from Auckland-based sustainability strategy specialists Go Well Consulting.
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NZ’s biggest ever windfarm – Giacomo Caleffi, Taranaki Offshore partnership
In June this year, a new piece of equipment was anchored 37km off the coast of Pātea in the South Taranaki Bight. Called the Floating Light Detecting and Ranging device, FLiDAR will measure wind speeds at heights of up to 300m as a well as waves and currents to provide data critical for assessing the feasibility of a proposed offshore wind farm. The Taranaki Offshore Partnership, if successful, will be the largest windfarm in NZ, producing 1GW or 10% of the country’s needs. That’s about the same as one large hydroelectric scheme. TOP is a JV between NZ superfund and Denmark’s Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners. NZ project leader is Giacomo Caleffi spoke to Vincent.
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The Wealth Script We NEED, Ep 378 Oliver Hartwich
Sometimes, it’s hard to stay optimistic. Whether you’re grappling with personal setbacks or observing the rollercoaster ride that is New Zealand’s recent political climate, it can feel like swimming against a rip tide. But remember this—the rest and medication can work, the next big opportunity is just a phone call away, and the world still spins on its axis. Day follows night, and it’s always darkest before the dawn. Read more here.
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Farming indoors – Darryn Keiller, Way Beyond
The future of farming may be indoors. With eroding coastlines, droughts and unpredictable downpours, farming may be better done in controlled, indoor environments. Better for GHGs emissions too. We know that’s already happening for tomatoes and leafy greens – but what about large scale crops like wheat or fruits or sheep and dairy?
Darryn Keiller is the founder of Way Beyond, a company specialising in data and management of such indoor farms – and he joined Vincent.
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Investing in an Imperfect World, Ep 377 Paul Brownsey
I’m not claiming our investment choices can singlehandedly combat global issues like climate change. How you marry wealth generation with ethical considerations remains deeply personal, and that’s your job, not the job of a fund manager, KiwiSaver provider, or financial adviser. Yet, consider this: investing in genuine values might, in the long run, bear richer fruits. The global financial stream is tilting, albeit slowly, towards appreciating the nuances of environmental, social, and governance aspects. Paul Brownsey, CIO of Pathfinder, a prominent New Zealand-based fund manager, talked to me recently in a podcast episode, shedding light on how these values play out in today’s investment world. Read More
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Space for All – Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom
Paul Spain recently sat down with Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-founders of SpaceBase and this year’s Kea Friend of New Zealand Award winners. Eric and Emeline shared how technological breakthroughs are intricately tied to the space industry, and how SpaceBase, an initiative focused on catalyzing ecosystems in developing and emerging countries is helping to ensure no one gets left behind. Listen in and find out how you could be part of New Zealand’s space industry.
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This Climate Business Live! Event Replay – James Shaw, Sophie Handford, Alec Tang
How does change happen? And what can we learn from political and community leaders? Vincent hosted a live event during the Auckland Climate Festival to learn how three experienced climate leaders crossed the chasm from intention to action:
- Sophie Hansford – School Strike 4 Climate founder and Kapiti Coast District Councillor
- James Shaw – Minister of Climate Change
- Alec Tang, partner Sustainable Value, KPMG
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Jonathan Reichental – Building Smart and Sustainable Communities
Jonathan Reichental, renowned professor and expert in the field of innovation and technology, joins host Paul Spain as they discuss designing city spaces, the future of transportation, and new challenges to overcome. Jonathan shares his expertise and vision for a smarter, safer, and more sustainable future.
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Climate investing: panel discussion from Auckland Climate Festival
What does climate change mean for investing – is it a disaster, creating havoc due to storms and ecosystem collapse and ultimately stranded assets? Or is there an upside, as companies discover new tech, new markets and new ways of working? It’s probably both! Vincent spoke with Shannen Barns (Mindful Money), Rohan MacMahon (Climate VC Fund) and Darcy Unago (NZ Everyday Investor) for a seminar during this month’s Auckland Climate Festival.
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John-Daniel Trask, Raygun – Revolutionising Software Monitoring
Host Paul Spain is joined by JD Trask Co-Founder and CEO of Raygun, as they discuss the journey of Raygun from humble beginnings to becoming a major player in the tech industry supporting thousands of organisations globally. JD shares valuable insights into the challenges faced by tech companies and the importance of resilience and innovation in overcoming them.
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