Tuesday 6 March from 5:30pm at The Brewery. Find it here http://g.co/maps/e352e Sustainable Otautahi Christchurch will present their proposal for a Sustainability Hub for Christchurch.
February 7, 2012
Community Energy Action in Christchurch are currently advertising for the positions of Energy Assessor and Energy Advisor – Charitable Programmes. The Energy Assessor role is responsible for insulation assessments and scoping energy-efficient solutions. This includes assessing, heating referrals and outputting of job sheets, measuring and costing such jobs, and specifically identifying anything that can be… [Read more…]
November 19, 2011
Successful Eco-labeling Speaker: Dr Michaela (Misha) Balzarova, Lincoln University. Topic: What makes an eco-label successful? When: Wednesday 23 November, from 5:30pm. Where: Sustainability House, 118 Ilam Road – click for map Cost: Koha for drinks. Complimentary nibbles from Sustainability House. It’s our last Green Drinks of 2011. Seems like we barely started, eh? Great to… [Read more…]
October 27, 2011
Speaker: Al Morrison, Director-General of Conservation. Topic: "Commerce on the DOC estate" This subject has been stirring much debate in recent months. In addition to having one of the most influential roles in New Zealand conservation, Al Morrison is also a very entertaining speaker. Al will take questions at the conclusion of his presentation. When:… [Read more…]
October 12, 2011
We’ve got a brilliant guest speaker this month. If you are interested in energy-efficient buildings, you must try and get along to this one. Professor Sandy Bond, Lincoln University speaking on The Uptake of Sustainability Practices for Building Performance Wednesday 19 October, 5:30pm at Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn, 292 Kilmore St Sandy has some fascinating… [Read more…]
October 3, 2011
Farewell Function for Keith Locke MP Friday 7th October 5.30pm-7.00pm You are invited to join with the local Green Party to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Keith Locke MP as he farewells Parliament. Interesting guy with a fascinating Christchurch pedigree. Well worth a yarn. The Brewery (Cassels and Sons). Corner Garlands Road and Cumnor… [Read more…]
September 2, 2011
Yup, like a slow-burning phoenix, overcoming false starts and the disruption of the “new normal”, we have arisen from the rubble of Poplar Lane and alighted amidst the Olde English delights of Pomeroys on Kilmore St. Come along and connect with your green-hued pals. Enjoy complimentary snacks provided by our hosts, Pomeroys. A fine range… [Read more…]
July 22, 2011
A special invitation for Green Drinkers to attend an event hosted by the Sustainable Business Network. Please note, this is strictly an RSVP event with responses needed by Monday. Contact details below. After a successful roundtable discussion with SBN members in April, National SBN Board member and business commentator, Rod Oram, is returning… [Read more…]
July 15, 2011
Report from Colin Meurk, 14/7/11 Kia ora Tatou There were a lot of conflicting reports circulating around yesterday regarding the fate of Hinewai Reserve following a lightning initiated fire somewhere about 1pm on Tuesday. This is an iconic example of ecological restoration (through facilitating regeneration) in NZ within a >1000 ha Trust-owned reserve. It is… [Read more…]
June 10, 2011
Due to the devastating earthquake of 22 February 2011, we have not yet had a 2011 event. We are working towards one in June or July. As you can imagine, the destruction of all the most suitable venues is creating difficulties. We hope to update here shortly. In the meantime, you are welcome to make… [Read more…]
February 15, 2012
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