“We have worked closely with EECA on this programme, so it was great to arrange this site visit with them to show other large energy users the improvements we have introduced.”
“Business leaders really appreciate seeing first-hand what other companies are doing to reduce energy use and carbon emissions. Sealord has worked hard to engage staff in energy management and introduced some exciting technology – I’m sure many people will be going away with fresh ideas and inspiration,” says Andrew Caseley, EECA’s Chief Executive.
“Energy use by businesses (excluding transport) accounts for about 50% of New Zealand’s total energy use, and more than 40% of our energy-related carbon emissions.
“The sector has excellent opportunities to reduce energy use and carbon emissions to the benefit of all New Zealanders.
“EECA partners with large businesses across New Zealand that spend more than $1 million a year on energy and have high carbon emissions. These are generally large users of coal and gas, and have greatest potential savings.
“Saving energy is good for business, good for the economy, and good for the whole of New Zealand,” Andrew Caseley says.
For more information contact:
Debbie Hannan, Sealord Public Affairs and Communications Manager
Annabel.Kemplen@sealord.co.nz, (03) 539 1907, or 021 871 685
And
Maggie Tait, EECA Senior Communications Advisor
Maggie.tait@eeca.govt.nz, (04) 470 2212, or 027 204 7439
