Sustainability at NZCB

Whether you’re looking for a passive home or a smaller footprint, many NZCB members lead the way with sustainable practices and materials. Building for our future starts here.

Let's build for the future.

The building and construction sector has a vital role in tackling environmental and climate challenges in Aotearoa New Zealand.

From designing energy-efficient homes and cutting carbon emissions to reducing waste, our shared goal is to build greener and smarter.

Homeowners expect sustainable, innovative practices. Builders are embracing eco-friendly methods to improve efficiency. Together, we can create resilient businesses and shape stronger, more sustainable communities.

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NZCB is a member of the NZ Sustainability Network. This gives us and our members access to a range of tools, support and networks.

At NZCB we provide information, education and tools to support builders and homeowners on their sustainability journeys. 

The next generation of NZCB Certified Plans will utilise sustainable building principles and materials, and the development of the construction site waste mitigation process that our members adopt on their projects, is a current workstream.

We’re using our voice to raise awareness of industry challenges and opportunities. We want to challenge the sector to do more.

Minimising your impact on the environment when building or renovating doesn’t have to be complex. Whether you’re looking for a passive home, an off-grid retreat, or an energy efficient oasis, our NZCB members are leading the way with sustainable practices and materials.

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Sustainability articles from NZCB

Regardless of whether you’re building or renovating, there’s plenty you can do to reduce your home’s impact on the environment, which will most likely also reduce its impact on your bank account in the long run. 

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May 28, 2024

Building a healthier home for your family, with a focus...
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November 3, 2023

In recent years, the tiny house movement has gained momentum...
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April 26, 2023

Affecting our nation and the world, climate change is now...
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How to reduce your building waste and save your money

December 2, 2022

Here at New Zealand Certified Builders, we talk a lot about how to make your...
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It’s easier than you think to be green

October 28, 2022

Kermit the Frog may have been famous for saying “it’s not easy being green”, but...
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Easy ways to make your home winter efficient

March 25, 2022

Image: Clayton Tutty Construction Limited As the weather-bombs hit and the temperatures start to plummet,...
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Passive homes could be key to healthier future

August 1, 2021

With headlines hitting the news about damp, mouldy homes across the country, now is the...
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Top tips to make your home more sustainable

January 1, 2020

Building sustainably doesn’t have to be complex. It’s commonplace to consider minimising your impact on...

Tips, guides and resources

If you’d like to utilise more sustainable and efficient practices, we’ve collated a list of helpful resources to get you started on building for the future.

REBRI guides

REBRI guides for waste reduction in different aspects of construction and resource recovery.

REBRI checklists

Simple checklists to help keep your waste management system on track. Print them out or complete them online.

REBRI waste management plan

A simple plan to record what needs to be done to achieve the goals you have set for managing construction waste.

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Learn more about NZCB

An industry leader, NZCB has an extensive membership of builders throughout New Zealand proudly carrying the NZCB stamp of approval.

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About NZCB

Not just anyone can build special. Learn more about who we are, where we’ve come from and how we operate.

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Our team

Meet the team behind our specialist builders. No matter what you’re building, we’re here to support you.

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Board of directors

Our savvy Board of Directors keep the association moving forward in the right direction.

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Our Partners

We’re proud to partner with national organisations to provide extra support for our members.