Kiwi trailblazers in sustainability recognised in new list of green shoots of the future [Video]

Aotearoa New Zealand’s sustainability champions have been recognised in the inaugural Next 95 list, announced as part of the Sustainable Business Awards 2024.

This new initiative celebrates the visionary innovators and entrepreneurs shaping the future of a sustainable, regenerative, and circular economy for the country.

The 2024 edition of the awards, now in its 22nd year, has undergone a significant transformation, with a shift from 10 categories to just two: Disruptive Innovation and Transformational Leadership. The Next 95 list, comprising 95 finalists, is set to become an annual recognition of the game-changers pushing boundaries across various sectors, from technology and tourism to primary industries and energy.

“We’ve dug deep to find the gold of transformation, and these people and organisations show some of the greatest potential in sustainable business.” says Rachel Brown, Founder and CEO of the Sustainable Business Network (SBN).

“The Next 95 spans diverse sectors throughout Aotearoa New …