Posts by Melissa Mae
KlipTank provides drinking water storage to the Marshall Islands: A remarkable impact
The UNDP launched the ACWA project to improve drinking water storage in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, facing critical need for water supply due to climate change. KlipTank was awarded the project to provide durable and transportable water storage tanks to remote communities in need. Learn more about the project and how KlipTank’s innovative approach to water storage is making a positive impact on people’s lives.
Read MoreWaste Not, Want Not: Ecogas turns food waste into energy, biogas, and fertiliser
In September 2022, New Zealand made a giant leap towards sustainability with the launch of its first large-scale food waste-to-bioenergy facility in Reporoa. Operated by Ecogas, the facility is committed…
Read MoreWin big with the EMA Skills Shortage Survey 2023!
Help shape the future of skill and talent gaps and win prizes worth over $5,000! Attention Employers! Your Voice Matters! The EMA, in partnership with Malcolm Pacific Immigration, is conducting…
Read MoreDriving a greener future together!
The Priority One team recently collaborated with local business UBCO Electric Bikes to showcase innovation and sustainable transport options to over 70 staff at Aquinas College. UBCO’s 2×2 on-road electric bikes offer a unique and practical solution to reduce carbon emissions, parking challenges and congestion across the city. Aquinas College has included several bikes in their fleet on a trial basis and staff feedback has been positive.
Read MoreBlog – 15th February 2023
From Welfare to Well-Fare: The Million Dollar Plan Source: Nigel Tutt, Priority One Chief Executive Read it on LinkedIn, here. Last week, we were fortunate to have New Zealand’s new…
Read MoreScion photography exhibition celebrates 75 years of impact
Source: Scion A new photography exhibition is taking visitors to Te Whare Nui o Tuteata on a trip down memory lane of research and innovation at Scion. In April 2022…
Read MoreRegional foodie festival expansion reflects support and demand
Source: Tourism Bay of Plenty Sausage making, honey spinning, and a chocolate factory tour. These are just some of the 40 activities that have now been confirmed for the Flavours…
Read More2023 Applications open for the Priority One Instep Young Leaders’ Forum
Priority One’s Instep programme support education providers to develop skills and talent for the future, while providing students with information, pathways, and leadership opportunities. Priority One’s Instep Young Leaders’ Forum…
Read MoreCelebrating a summer of innovation in the Bay
Register now for the upcoming Summer Celebration of Innovation event: Wednesday 8thFebruary , 4.00pm-6:30pm at the Mount Maunganui Surf Club. Every year, a number of students from across the country…
Read MoreAra Rau – Filling the gap for rangatahi
In the two years since its inception, 2022 ends on a high for Ara Rau, Priority One’s skills and employment hub. The dedicated team are making their mark in profound…
Read MoreA sustainable approach to economic development – Priority One’s Environmental Sustainability Action Plan
Tauranga is well-known as the fastest growing city in New Zealand, with a population that has grown by 60% over the last 22 years. To manage this growth and to…
Read MoreScience NZ Awards celebrate Scion scientists and research excellence
Source: Scion Scion’s leadership in forestry science, bioplastics research and biotechnology has been celebrated by Scion and its peers at the Science New Zealand Awards. Scientists from all seven Crown…
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