Rewiring Speaking Events

Join Farmers for Climate Action as we celebrate the achievements, resilience, and future of Australian farming at the Farming Forever National Summit 2025.

We will bring together more than 300 farmers, industry leaders, and community representatives for a two-day event, and third day for a farmer-only workshop dedicated to the future of farming in Australia.

Together, we’ll explore how today’s innovations can boost productivity and profitability for Australian farms and secure regional futures, all while we care for the planet.

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Find out how you can reduce your bills and slash your emissions by upgrading your fossil fuel machines to the electric equivalents available today, and powering them with solar and batteries for more self-sufficiency.

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Find out how you can reduce your bills and slash your emissions by upgrading your fossil fuel machines to the electric equivalents available today, and powering them with solar and batteries for more self-sufficiency.

Come and hear from Rewiring Aotearoa's Ecosystem Lead Jay Salzke and learn more about local community solar initiatives.

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Practical electrification insights from local experts – on solar, electrical, heating/cooling, finance, insurance and more.

Discover how sustainability can drive profits, reduce costs, and open new markets.

In today’s economic climate, businesses are under more pressure than ever to cut costs, stay competitive, and grow revenue. The good news? Embracing sustainability can help you do just that.

Co-hosted by Kiwibank, WellingtonNZ and the Sustainable Business Network (SBN). At this practical and business-focused event you’ll learn how smart sustainability strategies can help your business thrive. From reducing energy bills by electrifying your operations, to winning new customers by reporting on your emissions, sustainability is no longer just the right thing to do; it’s a commercial advantage.

What to expect:

• Insights from the Sustainable Business Network on the real, bottom-line benefits of sustainability
• A keynote from Mike Casey, CEO of Rewiring Aotearoa, on how electrification is helping Kiwi businesses cut costs and future-proof against rising energy prices
• Real-world examples and tips you can apply now
• The opportunity to connect with other business leaders tackling the same challenges

About the hosts

At Kiwibank, we're proud to be B-Corp certified, joining a global movement of businesses committed to balancing purpose and profit. Sustainability is core to how we operate—from reducing our own carbon footprint to helping Kiwi businesses fund their low-emissions future. We’re investing $2 billion in sustainable finance by 2030 and offering tools to help our customers track and cut their emissions. As a purpose-led bank, we’re here to back businesses that are building a better Aotearoa.

WellingtonNZ is the Economic Development Agency for the Wellington region, supporting businesses to grow, innovate and thrive. WellingtonNZ is committed to building a sustainable region - supporting initiatives that protect the wellbeing of the people and environment, both now and in the future.

SBN supports a network of more than 400 organisations working towards a future where people and nature thrive.

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