Standardisation ensures reliable information is provided on the carbon footprint of products – PE INTERNATIONAL

Issue 31 – September 2011

A new carbon footprint Standard, ISO 14067, is to be published in the next 2 years. This Standard will influence New Zealand's marketing of export products and will ensure that reliable information is provided on the carbon footprint of products. We talked to Dr Barbara Nebel about standardisation of carbon footprinting.

Standardisation provides a framework for credible water footprint claims – NZ Life Cycle Management Centre

Issue 31 – September 2011

A new water footprint Standard, ISO 14046, will provide a framework for credible water footprint claims, and is to be published in the next 2 years. This Standard will help New Zealand to remain competitive and respond proactively to increasing demand from export markets to demonstrate environmental credentials. We talked to Dr Sarah McLaren about standardisation of water footprinting.

Environment Court acknowledges wind farm noise Standard

Issue 31 – September 2011

The Environment Court has approved the development of a wind farm for Ohariu Valley in Wellington, acknowledging in its decision that NZS 6808:2010 Acoustics – Wind farm noise was the basis for setting noise limits for wind farms.

Climate Control Companies Association – inaugural conference – Queenstown, October 2011

Issue 31 – September 2011

The inaugural Climate Control Companies Association (CCCA) Conference will be held from 27 to 30 October 2011 in Queenstown. The theme is 'Building industry performance'.

Visit the CCCA website events page (www.ccca.org.nz/events-sponsors/) and scroll down to view the conference programme and to register.