Electricity retailer Genesis Energy recently purchased a 40% share in EV (Electric Vehicle) car share company, Yoogo Share with a view of helping businesses and individuals reduce their energy costs and carbon emissions.  Genesis Energy is committed to acting responsibly and has a strategy to reduce its environmental footprint which includes practical initiatives such as waste minimisation, sustainable procurement and liftless days amongst other practices. Read our Genesis Energy case studies: ‘Hello Tomorrow’ which outlines the company’s corporate social responsibility strategy and ‘Making a powerful difference in New Zealand’.

In August 2019, International Youth Day focused on the theme ‘Transforming Education’ highlighting the need for education to be inclusive and accessible for all.  Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off The Streets offers alternative education including smaller class sizes to better support young disadvantaged people with a view of breaking the cycle of poverty. Read our case study Reach for a Brighter Future which discusses the importance of running a charity like any other business.