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We’re excited to announce two upcoming workshops in partnership with Eco Choice Aotearoa, designed to empower Auckland-based professionals in the built environment sector.   1️⃣ Product Transparency Unpacked: A Workshop for Leading Manufacturers Dive into the latest tools and updates in product transparency, designed to help manufacturers enhance their sustainability practices. 🗓️ Date: 25th November 2024 ⏰ Time: 8am – 12pm 🔗 Learn More & Get Your Tickets: https://lnkd.in/g4w5JmN3    2️⃣ Transparency in Practice: A NZIA Approved Workshop for Architects and Specifiers This event is NZIA (Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects) approved and attending the workshop will qualify for 30 CPD points. Explore product transparency requirements and their practical applications in sustainable design for architects and specifiers.   🗓️ Date: 25th November 2024 ⏰ Time: 1pm – 5pm 🔗 Learn More & Get Your Tickets: https://lnkd.in/gz-8Dvwg   Featured Speakers for Both Workshops: ▪️ Jonas Bengtsson, Global Director of Impact, Edge Impact  ▪️ Laura Gemmell, CEO Eco Choice Aotearoa ▪️ Rui Peng, Co-Founder and CEO, Critical ▪️ Dr. Andrea Edwards, Head of Standards, Eco Choice Aotearoa  ▪️ Mark Fairbairn, National Sales & Marketing Manager, Masterspec NZ  ▪️ Joe Quad, Technical Manager, Green Star, NZGBC  ▪️ Jonathan Mountfort, Creative Director, Autex Acoustics ▪️ Ray Mohan, Consultant, Lifecycle Thinking, Edge Impact   Join us to build a more transparent future in design while collaborating with industry leaders! For more information, contact David Maucor or Stella Hye Chung Jeon. . . . #EdgeImpact #Sustainability #ProductTransparency #Workshop #Architecture #Design #EdgeImpact #EcoChoiceAotearoa

How can businesses validate their environmental claims? In our latest article, Emma Green, Senior Consultant in Lifecycle & Material Flow Assessments, explores how Life Cycle Assessments help brands make transparent, data-backed sustainability claims—essential for standing out in a market increasingly aware of greenwashing risks. Plus, we’re also thrilled to announce two upcoming workshops in New Zealand with Eco Choice Aotearoa, where professionals in the built environment can deepen their understanding of product transparency and its real-world applications. 💡 Read more about LCA’s role in green claims and secure your spot at our workshops here: https://lnkd.in/g6F6H2uG . . . #edgeimpact #lifecycleassessment #sustainabilityreporting #greenwashing #greenclaims

Edge is proud to have supported the UN Global Compact Network Australia's UNiting Business Live conference, connecting with fellow members of the world's largest corporate sustainability movement!   Some refreshing and thought-provoking discussions that went beyond the usual sustainability conference topics:   📊 Sanda Ojiambo shared how the #UNSDGs are evolving into practical business tools, enabling companies to demonstrate their global development impact through indicator-level alignment.   👥 Inspiring insights from Christine Holgate and Susan Mizrahi, GAICD on how empathic leadership can be a powerful catalyst for organisational transformation.   🌱 Engaging debates on the degrowth paradigm and its role in driving sustainable transformation - challenging conventional thinking about growth and development.   🤖 Critical discussions on AI's dual potential in the climate agenda - exploring both its ability to accelerate progress and the risk of diverting boardroom attention from sustainability priorities.   💫 Proud moment seeing our CEO Alison Rowe sharing valuable perspectives on positive leadership in driving meaningful change.   🧘♀️ Finally, crucial conversations about personal resilience within the sustainability professionals community - acknowledging the importance of supporting those driving these vital changes.   A huge thank you to Kate Dundas and the entire UNGC team for orchestrating such an impactful and thought-provoking event!   The team is energised to put these insights into action and look forward to continuing these important conversations with our #UNGC community. . . . #EdgeImpact #Sustainability #Leadership #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #Innovation

In this month’s Round-Up, we’re sharing all the latest insights and expertise from the Global Nature Positive Summit 2024. Held in Sydney, the summit brought together leaders across sectors to tackle one of our most pressing challenges: safeguarding and restoring nature. With reflections from our Global CEO Alison Rowe and Nature Advisory Lead Sarah Day, plus key takeaways and actionable insights, this round-up covers everything from Nature Positive strategies to practical steps your business can take to make a difference. ⬇️Read it below. . . . #edgeimpact #naturepositive #naturepositivesummit #sustainability #sustainabilitynewsletter #edgeroundup

Calling all manufacturers of sustainable building products! 🌿 Edge is partnering with the NSW Government on the development of the new Bradfield City Centre in Western Sydney. This landmark project presents a unique opportunity to incorporate sustainable products into buildings, fit-outs, furnishings, landscaping, and infrastructure. 🔹 Do you manufacture products with recycled content, or have the capability to do so? 🔹 Are you interested in learning more about content verification and certification? We invite you to participate in a brief survey to share your insights and contribute to this project’s sustainable vision. Click here to participate: https://lnkd.in/gpnfVDVh . . . #edgeimpact #sustainablebuildings #sustainability #sustainabledesign

As the Australian Government prepares to release mandatory packaging regulations, businesses require a dramatic new approach to packaging design, recycled content, and stewardship. Authored by Edge’s circular economy and packaging experts, our Future of Packaging Guide provides a practical starting point to help brand owners and manufacturers adapt to these upcoming changes. In this guide, you’ll find: 📦 5 Key Packaging Considerations — Practical insights to refine your packaging design. 📦 Clarity on Compliance — A concise overview of the new regulatory options and what they could mean for you. 📦 Cost-Effective Strategies — Steps to make packaging a sustainability asset. Prepare for the changes ahead and access the essential tools and strategies to stay on top of your packaging responsibilities. ⬇️ Download your free guide today: https://lnkd.in/gSDRb-Bu ℹ️ Get in touch with our experts direct, contact Mike Twemlow for more information. . . . #EdgeImpact #CircularEconomy #SustainablePackaging #PackagingRegulations

A big thank you to everyone who joined us last night in Sydney for our Accelerating Your Scope 3 Roadmap event, hosted by Edge Impact in collaboration with the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). This wasn’t just your typical panel event. After the insightful discussion, we shifted into a dynamic networking workshop. Attendees had the chance to dive deeper into critical themes and engage directly with our experts: Tanya Harris, Max Van Biene GAICD, Jake Atkinson, and Nicole Thompson (she/her). This hands-on format fostered rich conversations and provided a unique opportunity for practical problem-solving. We covered key topics around supply chain emissions, including: 🔎 The impacts of mandatory disclosure and how it drives progress on Scope 3.  🔎Harnessing technology for deeper supply chain engagement.  🔎Streamlining data capture requirements from suppliers.  🔎Effective approaches to upskilling procurement and sustainability teams on emissions data. One of the standout moments came from Jason Robertson at ARA, who said, “I wish it were called Mandatory Climate Action instead of mandatory disclosure—because it’s the actions that matter, not the reporting.” A sentiment that resonated with many in the room. The discussion was further enriched by insights from our brilliant panelists: Will Syddall from UNSW, Kriss Alexander from Nando's Australia & New Zealand and Jessica Richmond from Sumday. A special shoutout to Edge’s own Nicole Thompson (she/her), who showcased her incredible depth of knowledge and engaging presence, both on the panel and during the workshop sessions. A huge thank you to our event partners: 🪴 The Greenhouse for the stunning venue and event support. 🍻 4 Pines Beer for providing the perfect beverage pairing.  🍽️ Radish Events, a fellow B-Corp, for their incredible catering. Follow us to be the first to know of our upcoming events!  . . . #EdgeImpact #Scope3 #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateAction #NetZero #SustainableBusiness

The next few weeks are packed with exciting sustainability events, and our Edge Impact team will be out in full force! Whether you're attending or just want to connect, here’s where you can find us: 📅 Emma Rolls will be attending the Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) Connect Australia Conference today and tomorrow. 🌿 Tom Davies and Emma Rolls will showcase the WSROC Cool Suburbs Tool at the Adapt NSW Forum on Oct 29-30. 🤝 Alison Rowe, Max Van Biene GAICD, and Nick Dexter will represent Edge as sponsors at UN Global Compact Network Australia's UNiting Business LIVE on Oct 30-31. 🌍 Dr Jenni Garden will present the Urban Ecological Valuation Tool at the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ) Annual Conference from Nov 6-8. If you're attending any of these, come say hello—we’d love to connect! . . . #edgeimpact

Edge Impact is proud to sponsor SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities at the UN Global Compact Network Australia's UNiting Business LIVE event. 🌍 Supporting SDG 11 reflects our dedication to building inclusive, safe, and resilient urban environments – a goal that drives our work in urban sustainability. Join us to explore how businesses can help create sustainable cities for the future. Learn more and secure your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g3Hx557W . . . #EdgeImpact #SustainableCities #UrbanSustainability #SDG11 #UNGlobalGoals #Sustainability #ResilientCities

I am so proud of what Edge Impact has achieved across 17 years with our people, clients and friends. There is new impetus brought about by a growing spirit of collaboration. Edge is supporting UN Global Compact Network Australia's UNiting Business Live – we commend the event to you and hope to see you there to find your opportunity to drive the ecological revolution. Read the article below and get on your "Do" journey.