Episode Playlist
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 24 - Sustainable Business Awards 2025( 0:26:10)
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It is awards season at the Sustainable Business Network with the 23rd annual Sustainable Business Awards happening 20 Nov 2025. This episode we take a look at the finalists of the 2025 awards and what cool innovations and projects they're working on. Vying for the top two awards, winners will be announced in Auckland tonight as they celebrate the incredible work of our homegrown innovators. https://sustainable.org.nz/next/whos-next/?mc_cid=ad433e79a9&mc_eid=8ab925d706
Published: 20/11/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Ep 23 - Our Actions Tell a Story' OATAS and sustainability reporting( 0:27:36)
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This episode we follow up our talk with Mitch Shaw, the co-founder of Upstream, about how they have continued their reach with their sustainability reporting tool, OATAS. Hear about how they're helping the construction industry to improve environmental outcomes and achieve social good in the process. To learn more about Upstream and OATAS, check out their website: https://www.oatas.co/
Published: 6/11/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 22 - Supporting the S of ESG through Upstream( 0:29:15)
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This episode we talk to Mitch Shaw, the co-founder of Upstream, about how their social enterprise gives back to youth charities in Canterbury. Hear about how you as a business or individual can support these charities whilst going about your everyday activities. To learn more about Upstream, check out their website: https://www.upstream.co.nz/
Published: 23/10/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 21 - Adaptation Futures Conference 2025( 0:26:30)
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This episode we discuss the upcoming Adaptation Futures Conference 2025 happening 13-16 October at Te Pae in Christchurch. There is a big line up of the latest scientific research happening in the climate space, with leaders and academics converging from all over the world. Check out the conference proceedings here to learn more, or head along in-person or online. https://adaptationfutures2025.com/
Published: 9/10/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 20: WTF are Digital Product Passports?( 0:26:41)
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In this episode, we look at digital product passports, what are they, and how to leverage them by getting ahead of consumer expectations, export demand and tightening regulations.
Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are digital records that provide detailed information about a product's lifecycle, its origin, materials, environmental impact, and disposal recommendations. Under the EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), DPPs will be mandatory for many products traded in the EU.
Published: 25/09/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 19: Choosing a sustainability certification( 0:26:7)
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"There is a lengthy list of environmental certifications to pick from, so where do you start when it comes to choosing the right one for your business? We discuss the benefits of going down the certification route and some different things to consider.
Check out the full list on Millie's blog: https://millietaylorsustainability.substack.com/p/environmental-certifications-how
If you have any questions about certifications, feel free to send us an email to sustainabilitydemystified@gmail.com "
Published: 11/09/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 18: The rise and rise of climate litigation( 0:26:16)
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On 24 July, the world’s highest court, the International Court of Justice, released its landmark advisory opinion clarifying the legal obligations of nations of the world in relation to climate change. Will this judgement boost the already increasingly-prolific number of global climate court cases?
https://www.lawyersforclimateaction.nz/
https://www.climate-court.com/post/big-climate-litigation-cases-to-watch-in-2025/
https://www.climateinthecourts.com/ten-climate-court-wins-in-2024/
Published: 28/08/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 17 - Kiwi companies reimagining waste( 0:26:3)
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In this episode, we want to give a big shout out to Kiwi companies who are tackling the issue of waste and taking steps to a more circular business model, in particular, Waitaha Canterbury companies.
There's no such thing as waste in nature. Business has a lot to learn from Mother Earth's circular model. Listen to hear more about brands such as Offcut, Medsalv, Eco Store, and The Warehouse with how they're creating new value out of 'waste'.
Published: 13/08/2025 5:26:01 p.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 16 - Co-working for Changemakers in Christchurch( 0:26:9)
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In this episode, we chat with Tanya Sheen, GM of Christchurch Community House, a modern co-working hub that's dedicated to helping non-profits and impact-driven organisations make a difference in the world. Currently home to about 20 social enterprises, from Assistance Dogs NZ Trust to Girl Guiding NZ, Bluelight, The Nest Collective, Volunteering Canterbury, and many more... CCH is an affordable space for like-minded organisations to collaborate, network, and share resources. Go to cch.org.nz
Published: 31/07/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 15 - What can climate change learn from Covid-19?( 0:26:14)
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"What can we learn from the way we united as a nation during the Covid-19 pandemic, and how can we apply that in the context of climate change?
Based off the findings of this Victoria University Policy Quarterly article, we discuss what worked well during the government's response to the pandemic and why those same tactics aren't being utilised when it comes to the climate crisis.
Read the full article here: https://ojs.victoria.ac.nz/pq/article/view/9640/8534"
Published: 21/07/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 14 - WTF are nature credits?( 0:26:15)
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The New Zealand government has announced its support of the expansion of a voluntary credits nature market through the running of pilot projects across New Zealand.
“We want to connect those caring for the land with investors who support conservation. Nature credit markets help fund trusted environmental projects that actively protect and restore ecosystems,” says Minister for the Environment Andrew Hoggard. What though are nature credits? How and why should businesses buy them?
Published: 3/07/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 13: WTF is a green loan? ( 0:25:43)
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Where can a sustainable business go for funds, grants, or loans if it wants to help pay for its sustainable transition or get a boost for growth? Turns out options have dried up a little in the last few months and initiatives like the Sustainable Food and Fibres Fund have been cancelled or replaced with something that isn’t linked to sustainability. There are still options though, for starters, check out my.nzte.govt.nz/article/how-to-fund-your-sustainable-initiative and eeca.govt.nz.
Published: 19/06/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 12: WTF is the gender pay gap?( 0:26:17)
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This week we're discussing the gender pay gap and the highly controversial changes to New Zealand law. The Equal Pay Amendment Bill, introduced 6 May 2025 and passed 7 May 2025, sends a strong signal on the government's priorities towards women's rights in our country, and in this episode we discuss what the Bill means for the workforce and the nuances associated with the topic of gender pay parity.
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Published: 5/06/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Epsiode 11: Using tech platforms to simplify sustainability( 0:37:37)
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We speak to Caroline Thalund, founder of S360, a groundbreaking online platform that enables businesses to easily improve their sustainability progress. With S360, you can effortlessly monitor ESG metrics, goals, and targets, generate reports, and stay audit-ready for certifications.
Caroline says her platform takes away 90% of the work involved in managing sustainability, whether that's waste reduction, carbon emissions tracking, gender pay gap, B Corp certification... have a listen!
Published: 22/05/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 10: WTF are carbon credits?( 0:59:11)
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Are you confused about carbon and carbon credits? Don’t worry, so is everyone… apart from our special guest for this episode, Ekos founder and fluent carbon speaker Sean Weaver. Ekos helps businesses measure, reduce and offset their carbon footprint. Sean founded Ekos as part of his mission to find effective solutions to the impending climate crisis.
In this episode, we explore the climate crisis, carbon offsetting, the emissions trading scheme, and more.
Published: 8/05/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 9: WTF is the Green Gap?( 0:29:18)
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Mind the Green Gap! What is it and what can we do to close it? That's what we're discussing this week on the show.
The Green Gap, is the gap between people's intentions and their ability to take action. Often times we want to do right by the planet but there are obstacles or frictions that limit our ability to do so.
Have a listen to how the Green Gap affects you as an individual and as a business.
Published: 24/04/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 8: Waste and the Right to Repair( 0:29:1)
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Landfill shouldn't be our first thought, what other options are out there? This episode, Tam and Millie discuss take-back schemes, how they work for different sectors, and how you can weigh in on the issue of repairability of household items in New Zealand.
Follow the Right to Repair Ammendment Bill at www.parliament.nz and check out All Heart NZ for repurposing your old office or construction supplies: allheartnz.org.nz
Email us sustainabilitydemystified@gmail.com
Published: 10/04/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 7: How to not fall into climate doomerism( 0:27:4)
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How do you pull yourself out of the pit of climate doomerism? Given there's a lot of bad news doing the rounds right now. Tam and Millie find reasons to be cheerful about the progress the world is making on the biggest issues we're all facing.
What can you do? First, check out this book called Not The End of the World by Hannah Ritchie: https://www.unitybooks.co.nz/products/not-the-end-of-the-world-how-we-can-be-the-first-generation-to-build-a-sustainable-planet-1
Published: 13/03/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 6: WTF does Trump mean for Sustainability?( 0:28:7)
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"What the frock does Trump mean for sustainability? In this episode... Tam and Millie discuss their reactions and responses to the tsunami of negative news coming out of the US right now as climate denier and fossil fuel lover, Donald Trump, along with cronies like Elon Musk, take the reins of power and waste no time in rolling back critical climate initiatives.
Email us sustainabilitydemystified@gmail.com
@sustainability_demystified"
Published: 27/02/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 4: WTF are climate-related disclosures and why should I care?( 0:26:23)
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WTF even are climate-related disclosures? Listen up for the low-down on what they're all about, the big news out of Australia on them and how this could impact your business here in NZ. Also, find out why we love Reefton Distilling Co.
Links mentioned in the show:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001hf1w
https://crd-app.companiesoffice.govt.nz/dashboard/
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Published: 30/01/2025 9:00:00 a.m.
Sustainability Demystified - Episode 3: Where the heck does a business start on its sustainability journey?( 0:29:38)
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Where on earth do you start on your sustainability journey if you're a typical business that hasn’t a clue? In this episode, Millie and Tam point you in the right direction and reveal where you can go for free guidance and advice.
As well, find out why Tam is giving a shout out to Minister for Racing Winston Peters and Incrediballs founder Brianne West. Discover the greenwashing audiobook that Millie is listening to on her morning walks around the park.
Published: 15/01/2025 2:33:50 p.m.