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Regenerative Business
Destination Queenstown is supporting Queenstown businesses with our journey to a regenerative future. Explore the business support resources below to help with adopting sustainable and regenerative tourism practices.
External Resources
Five starting steps to becoming a sustainable business
Regardless of your business size, following sustainable business practices is no longer a 'nice to have'. To be competitive in New Zealand and overseas, sustainability needs to be a priority. Being a sustainable business will appeal to your customers, investors and retailers. Start with myNZTE's five simple steps.
The benefits of implementing sustainable business practices
Discover the local, global and business benefits of implementing sustainable business practices with Sustainable Business Network's free resource.
How to empower your team for sustainable sucess
Learn how to empower your team for sustainable success with free expert advice from Genless.
Apply for NZ sustainability certifications
Navigate and elevate your business with NZ's Leading Sustainability Certification from Sustainability Business Network.
Carbon
Learn about the impact of carbon on your business and manageable steps towards reducing your environmental footprint.
Demystifying Carbon
DQ Office, 10:00 - 10:45am
The purpose of this session is to educate businesses on the basics of carbon and other greenhouse gases and provide high-level information on the importance of moving towards a decarbonised visitor economy.
Carbon Counting Organisations
Toitū Envirocare
"Toitū" embodies caring for the life of this place, our people, and future generations. Committed to holistic sustainability. Leading businesses with carbon and environmental certification programs, providing science-based tools, actions, and evidence for genuine progress. www.toitu.co.nz
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Providers of Carbon Certification and enviromark certification. Carbon specific certifications are;
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Office based/Low carbon footprint businesses: Estimated $8,000-$15,000 per annum. Mid-size businesses with multiple emission sources: Estimated $15,000-$25,000 per annum. Complex high emission businesses: Estimated $25,000+ per annum. |
CarbonTrails
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CarbonTrails simplifies climate action by utilising your existing data to assess your emissions and suggest actionable steps. Trusted by numerous businesses across New Zealand, both large and small, since 2022, CarbonTrails provides clarity on your current emissions status and facilitates sharing progress with your team and customers. www.
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Built to conform with global standards such as the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064. |
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Ekos
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Ekos specialises in Carbon Management and Carbon Forestry, founded by Sean Weaver, a prominent forest ecologist. Passionate about engaging with organisations in Climate Action. ekos.co.nz
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Ekos offers three certification options: Carbon Conscious, Net Zero Carbon, and Climate Positive. |
Cost varies based on organisation size and complexity. Please email ekos@ |
Your Climate Action Toolbox – Free calculator
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This free climate action toolbox from business.
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Once you have calculated your emissions, the toolbox sets a reduction target so you can track your progress. |
This free toolbox does not result in certification or get checked by a third party auditor and therefore it is not ‘verified’ and doesn't result in certification. |
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External Carbon Resources
Learn to calculate your carbon footprint
Learn how to calculate and reduce your carbon footprint: Guide by Sustainable Business Network (PDF) or watch the webinar here.
Funding and support opportunities in decarbonisation
Explore funding and support opportunities in decarbonising your business with EECA (Energy Efficiency & conservation authority).
Boost productivity while cutting emissions
When New Zealand businesses increase energy productivity and use renewable energy efficiently, it’s good for the whole economy. Read EECA's guide on how to boost Boost Productivity while Cutting Emissions here.
Create a business climate action plan
Create a business climate action plan with Genless's frameworks and free support. Learn more here
Hotel decarbonisation pathway
Accommodation providers: Explore EECA's free hotel 5-step decarbonisation pathway, including the tools and resources required.
Waste
Learn from industry experts about how to reduce waste within your business. Reducing waste conserves resources, cuts costs and also supports corporate social responsibility, circular economy and the Queenstown Lakes District's goal to become a zero waste district.
Single Use Cup Free
Becoming a single-use cup free (SUC-Free) business can significantly reduce your environmental impact by minimising plastic waste, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability, and aligning with growing consumer preferences for eco-friendly practices.
External Waste Resources
Wastebusters support for your business
Get support for your business with Wastebusters expert audits and advice on waste management. Learn more here.
Waste reduction strategies
Learn more about waste reduction strategies with the waste minimisation guide for businesses from Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC).
Commercial waste services in Queenstown
Learn more here about QLDC's information on commercial waste services in Queenstown Lakes District.
Funding opportunities for business working to reduce waste
Discover QLDC Waste funding business opportunities. Learn more here.
Recycling posters for businesses
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QLDC's handy recycling posters for businesses:
Induction template for effective waste management
Streamline onboarding with the Wastebusters' staff induction template for effective waste management.
Redistribute surplus food to those in need
Make a Difference: Partner with KiwiHarvest to redistribute surplus food to those in need. Learn more about Kiwi Harvest here.
Reducing office waste
By minimising waste, your business can reduce the amount that goes to landfill, save money on disposal costs, and lower the demand for resources. This will help create a low carbon circular economy. Read Sustainable Business Network's guide to reducing office waste.
Mitigating event waste guide
Hosting an event? Here is a guide and toolkit from QLDC to help you mitigate your event waste. It includes a comprehensive guide, up-to-date supplier directory, waste management plan template, waste audit templates, reduction plan templates and more.
Contact us
Have questions or want to chat about how you can implement these resources in your business?
Reach out to our Sustainability Lead, Micaela below.