New Zealand
Fit For The Future conference - 18th November 2011
TNSNZ is hosting its 2nd annual thought-leadership and sustainability conference on 18th November at Auckland's new Viaduct Events Centre. We have a spectacular line-up featuring two high profile international keynote speakers; stories of transformation from two CEOs of leading NZ businesses, and a range of carefully chosen local case-studies from the coal face of well known organisations.
For more information and to register visit the website - www.FitForTheFuture2011.com.
Auckland training course - October 2011
TNSNZ is holding is holding a second training course in Auckland on 19th and 20th October. This powerful 2 day learning event will expand your understanding of sustainability on the basis of consensus science and a systems-thinking approach. You'll learn 5 powerful tools and four design principles that enable a truly strategic approach to sustainability that will deliver ongoing benefits to any organisation.
Our sought after training courses are a perfect opportunity to learn about the Natural Step's internationally renowned framework for strategic sustainable development, and to commence your pathway towards becoming an accredited advisor for the world's most recognised sustainability framework.
For further details contact us at natstep@naturalstep.org.nz or call Simon Harvey on 021 808 300. Further details are available at the online registration page here.
The Natural Step NZ
The Natural Step NZ is a leading provider of advisory services, training and support for kiwi organisations recognising the financial benefits of a strategic approach to sustainability. Our team of highly qualified accredited advisors are experts in helping you and your team make sense of sustainability. Our clients not only enjoy the financial pay offs of a sustainable approach, but also reap the rewards of an enhanced reputation, improved staff morale, and reduced risk profile.
TNSNZ is a not-for-profit organisation and a registered charity. Our focus is on enabling others to do well by doing good. If you wish to support our work by way of a donation or sponsorship, please get in touch.
To find out more about how we can help you, and to learn about our upcoming training courses, email us at natstep@naturalstep.org.nz.
The Natural Step network - a global community
The Natural Step global network is an international network of sustainability professionals dedicated to education, advisory work and research in sustainable development. Since 1989, we have worked with thousands of corporations, municipalities, academic institutions and not-for-profit organisations. With many accolades and international awards under our belt, The Natural Step is a proven source of reliable and high quality advice on sustainability.
Rigorous science. Practical solutions.
The Natural Step Framework is a proven, scientifically robust model that helps organisations take practical steps towards being more sustainable. We research the science of sustainability and link it to real world applications. We create dialogue about the opportunities and challenges in building a sustainable future. We are accelerating change toward sustainability.
If you're serious about sustainability, contact us on natstep@naturalstep.org.nz to find out how we can help.
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