Here’s a few sources for learning and inspiration when looking to fund clean energy tech and innovation
Research and think globally; Act locally
New Zealand’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority.
EECA works to encourage the wise use of energy in homes and businesses, promote renewable energy sources, and provide information and advice on energy-related topics.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) works with governments and industry to shape a secure and sustainable energy future for all.
Taking an all-fuels, all-technology approach, the IEA recommends policies that enhance the reliability, affordability and sustainability of energy.
The ESG Institute states a dedication to fostering resilient, sustainable enterprises by equipping businesses and organizations with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving sustainability landscape.
They’re a trusted partner for organizations of all sizes, helping to navigate the complexities of sustainability and ESG integration to stay ahead of emerging trends.
Through their global network of experts, they foster collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive sustainable development and contribute to a more equitable world.
ARENA’s Knowledge Bank has inspiring and helpful info to tap into.
While both Australia and New Zealand face energy challenges, their specific issues and approaches differ significantly due to varying energy mixes, regulatory environments, and policy priorities.
Christchurch City Council Sustainability Fund has a purpose of encouraging community, school, social enterprise or business projects that help meet our climate change objectives and targets.
The Sustainability Fund will open at the end of 2025.
Objectives, targets, application and funding details are on the CCC web address as linked to above.
Australia’s not-for-profit National Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence provides an objective and trusted source of renewable transport information with a focus to support transition acceleration of the zero emission transport industry.
They bring the latest and technically correct information to a range of organisations from media to government, business and end users.
Through digital and face to face training, their knowledge sharing ranges from formal courses in zero emission solutions to gamification and creative digital tools tailored to an organisation’s needs.
Gen Less is about helping New Zealanders make smart energy choices and is supported by EECA.
It’s a government agency dedicated to mobilising New Zealanders to be world leaders in clean and clever energy use.
Clean Energy Works is a U.S. based NGO helping everyone gain access to clean, affordable energy for powering businesses, homes and transport.
Clean Energy Works proves that inclusive utility investments can overcome the upfront costs of clean energy upgrades to create jobs, cut pollution, and lower energy bills for all.
Drive Electric champions electric vehicles and e-mobility in New Zealand.
This passionate collective of businesses and professional change-makers represents most elements of Aotearoa New Zealand, offers various expert insights and influence to facilitate positive change in the transport sector.
The International Chamber of Commerce offers Unlocking sustainable finance for SMEs (Nov 2024)
ICC, in collaboration with Sage, has launched a global report which reveals a $789 billion green finance opportunity for small businesses. The report exposes a gap between SMEs’ sustainability ambition and their ability to take action, preventing them from accessing vital green finance needed to drive their initiatives. To address these obstacles, the report concludes with recommendations to enhance sustainability reporting and improve access to sustainable finance.
Rewiring Aotearoa represents everyday New Zealanders in the energy transition and is working to build an electrified future where every Kiwi saves money on energy bills, reduces their carbon emissions and has the resilience to keep their lights on and homes warm.
The OECD Platform on Financing SMEs for Sustainability aims to accelerate SMEs’ and financial institutions’ green transition through analysis, knowledge-sharing and policy dialogue to bridge knowledge gaps and promote dialogue on policies that support the uptake of sustainable finance for SMEs.
The Platform showcases good practices that financial institutions and governments use to boost the uptake of sustainable finance for SMEs, and enables the development of pilots to scale relevant models among countries and institutions.
