• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • WHAT FEDS DOES
  • Download FEDSVoice
FedsNews

FedsNews

FedsNews

  • National
    • Agri Business
      • Maori Agri Business
      • Marketing
      • Agri Tech
    • Biosecurity
      • Mycoplasma Bovis
      • Pest Control
    • Environment
      • Climate Change
      • Water
      • Biodiversity
    • Infrastructure
      • Transport
      • Shipping
      • Freight
      • Roading
      • Telecommunications
    • Arable, Grains & Seeds
    • Dairy
    • Forestry
    • Horticulture
    • Meat
    • Wool
  • Local
    • Councils
    • Rates
    • Compliance
  • Politics
    • Economy
    • Elections
    • Education
    • Exports
    • Immigration
    • Trade
    • Tax
  • Opinion
  • People
    • Community
    • Events
    • Employment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Training
    • On Farm
      • Adverse Events
      • Animal Welfare
      • Health and Safety
      • Awards
      • Traceability
      • NAIT
      • Welfare
    • Farm Stories
  • Podcasts
  • Videos

Seeking NZ’s next sustainability champion

May 12, 2021 by Lauren Hale

Nominations are now open to find a trailblazing young person who is leading the way on environmental sustainability in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is proud to partner with the Sustainable Business Network, sponsoring this year’s Change Maker category of the Sustainable Business Awards.

Nominees must be aged 30 years or under, who have gone above and beyond to progress social and/or environmental action within their organisation or community.

Last year’s winner, Francesca Goodman-Smith, was recognised for her pioneering work to drive a food waste minimisation programme in more than 150 Foodstuffs stores.

“I would encourage anybody who is interested in sustainability to put their name forward. It’s all about collaborating, sharing stories, hearing about everyone’s unique journey towards the bigger picture of a more sustainable Aotearoa,” says Francesca.

Last year’s winner, Francesca Goodman-Smith – Photo cred: NZ Herald

“It’s not about winning the award, it’s about the journey, the people you meet and the opportunities which come from that to collaborate.

“We’ve got a lot of momentum that is being driven through government at the moment, with organisations like the EPA really pushing the agenda on sustainable futures.”

Sponsoring the award is a natural fit for the Environmental Protection Authority, as we focus on the changes that can be made today to safeguard the environment for future generations.

“The work we do each day is about protecting the environment and enhancing a safe and sustainable way of life, and future, for all New Zealanders,” says the EPA’s General Manager of Engagement, Paula Knaap.

“We all have a part to play in determining what the Aotearoa of tomorrow will look like. The Change Maker Award recognises that the actions of passionate people like Francesca can have a significant impact – enabling and inspiring others to make positive and enduring change. We’re excited to have this opportunity to shine a light on the leadership being shown by businesses on sustainability.”

Entries close on 21 June, and the awards are presented in November.

Watch a short video of Francesca talking about her work and the award

Read more about the Sustainable Business Awards

Find out about the work of the EPA or click on the image below to nominate someone for the Change Maker Award.

Filed Under: Awards, Competitions, Environment Tagged With: awards, environment, sustainabili

Primary Sidebar

Spotlight

EU approves methane-reducing feed additive Bovaer®

February 25, 2022 By Bronwyn Wilson

More to see

Andrew wraps the week…

Animal and plant health industry association name change

Federated Farmers and NZ Thoroughbred Breeders saddle up for mutual benefit

Preparing for new dam safety requirements

Calling all primary sector women!

Feds slams miserly EU meat and dairy quotas

Tags

Agribusiness andrew hoggard animal welfare Arable awards beef Beef+Lamb bees biosecurity climate change competition consumer councils COVID-19 Covid-19 effects dairy DairyNZ dairy prices Damien O'Connor economics economy education emissions employment environment exchange rates exports free trade agreements government health and safety innovation meat on-farm safety OSPRI rates red meat safety science sustainability technology trade transport water wool worksafe

Footer

Federated Farmers is New Zealand’s leading independent rural advocacy organisation.

The federation’s aim is to add value to the business of farming for our members and encouraging sustainability through good management practice.

Recent

  • Animal and plant health industry association name change
  • Federated Farmers and NZ Thoroughbred Breeders saddle up for mutual benefit
  • Preparing for new dam safety requirements
  • Calling all primary sector women!
  • Feds slams miserly EU meat and dairy quotas

Search

Tags

Agribusiness andrew hoggard animal welfare Arable awards beef Beef+Lamb bees biosecurity climate change competition consumer councils COVID-19 Covid-19 effects dairy DairyNZ dairy prices Damien O'Connor economics economy education emissions employment environment exchange rates exports free trade agreements government health and safety innovation meat on-farm safety OSPRI rates red meat safety science sustainability technology trade transport water wool worksafe

Federated Farmers of New Zealand