The Sustainability Society

We are a national network that fosters sustainability in the built environment.


 

 

 

Green Drinks 2025 - We have moved to a different model for Green Drinks in 2025 with a quarterly seasonal get-together. The Summer session is being held in Auckland and Wellington in January next year. Click here for more information and register for Auckland Green Drinks and Wellington Green Drinks.


 

Our Society

The Sustainability Society is a national network established to foster sustainability across the built environment. The Society provides learning and fosters dialogue on sustainability through workshops, webinars, forums and other projects. It takes a complex systems approach to sustainability, recognising that human and natural systems are increasingly interconnected and interdependent. Formed in 2003 (as NZSSES), The Sustainability Society is a Technical Interest Group within Engineering New Zealand.

Green Drinks Wellington - Spring Edition!

Join us for some refreshments and korero with a springy twist on Wednesday, 25th of September 2024.

Embrace the spirit of taking action! Join us for Wellington Green Drinks on the 25th of September as we celebrate the arrival of spring, hosted by our Organisational Member Morphum Environmental.

Register here to attend

 

Seminar: Ecological Build Zones

Join us live for a seminar on Ecological Build Zones on Thursday, 19th of September 2024.

Zoning regulations are often perceived as restrictive, setting limits on what can be built within an area. But could we utilise green infrastructure to create an ‘Ecological Build Zone’ where zoning restrictions are relaxed for achieving biological targets? What are the challenges we face to bring such ideas to fruition?

Register here to attend. Drinks and nibbles provided.

Green Drinks Auckland - Spring Edition!

Join us for some refreshments and korero with a springy twist on Wednesday, 11th of September 2024.

Embrace the spirit of taking action! Join us for Auckland Green Drinks on the 11th of September as we celebrate the arrival of spring, hosted by our Organisational Member Awa Environmental.

Register here to attend

 

Webinar: Tāmaki to Tauranga passenger rail

Join us online for a webinar on Tāmaki to Tauranga passenger rail on Friday 6th of September 2024.

The "golden triangle" of Auckland - Hamilton - Tauranga accounts for almost half of Aotearoa New Zealand's population with under 5% of the land area. We lack a passenger rail connection between these three important cities, one that can help achieve emissions targets, reduce vehicle use and improve resilience. A big question looms: how can we fund, construct and operate such a link? The event will also include Q&A sessions to encourage meaningful dialogue and exchange of ideas.

Register here to attend

 

 

Webinar: Māori Urbanism

Join us online for a webinar on Māori Urbanism on Friday 16th of August 2024.

This webinar aims to explore the unique perspectives of Māori values in the context of sustainability and urban development.

During this webinar, we will have distinguished speakers who will provide insights into Māori urbanism and its significance in contemporary urban planning and design. The event will also include Q&A sessions to encourage meaningful dialogue and exchange of ideas.

Watch webinar recording here

Sustainaganza Community Showcase - Public Event

5 - 7pm, Thursday 26th October 2023 I Wellington Rowing Club, Waterfront

Wellington's future is not just shaped by urban planners, architects, or policymakers – it’s shaped by you.

We invite you to come along and be part of an evening of dialogue, imagination, and community spirit.

- Explore installations & activities that spark imagination

- Connect with community members and innovators passionate about the future of Wellington and Aotearoa.

- Be part of shaping the urban narratives of tomorrow.

Read more about the activities on offer here