Who
EnviroSpec is 100% kiwi-based. Founded in early 2009 by Alex
Reiche, an Environmental Scientist and leader in the fields of
environmentally preferable products, assessment systems and
specification requirements.
From early beginnings in the UK and his involvement with
Groundwork Environmental Organisation, The Tyndall Centre for
Climate Change Research, The National Centre for Business and
Sustainability, Alex then entered the building industry by becoming
Research and Development coordinator for a multi-national
architectural practice, focusing on computational design,
sustainable design and sustainable materials. This naturally led to
becoming involved with the New Zealand Green Building Council and
Greenbuild upon arrival in New Zealand.
This wealth of experience is now encapsulated through the
services offered by EnviroSpec.
Where
EnviroSpec is based in Auckland, New Zealand.
New Zealand is in a position of strength to address the issue of
sustainability. A strong desire to succeed is emerging from
Government, Industry, NGOs and Consumers, providing a fantastic
opportunity to create a uniform drive towards a better future.
What
EnviroSpec plays a pivotal role, acting effectively as the link
between the specifiers and the suppliers.
The EnviroSpec website provides an interactive solutions library
where consumers/specifiers can quickly and easily view
environmental information on products and services. The ability to
select and compare products knowing that the information has been
verified allows for a faster, better decision-making process
without the traditional risks associated with Greenwash. Of
particular interest is the ability to perform an analysis and
evaluation of products against national standards and drivers such
as the New Zealand Green Building Council's Green Star NZ rating
system and/or sustainable procurement strategies.
EnviroSpec is also able to advise suppliers and manufacturers on
the most cost-effective way to improve the environmental
performance of their products, become certified and communicate the
information to market. An in-depth understanding of the latest
"Green" Standards (such as Green Star NZ) means that EnviroSpec can
help transform possible barriers into potential opportunities.
Why?
The answer depends on who you are.
For consumers and specifiers
• Save time - Find out essential environmental information,
presented in a user-friendly format to allow for better
decision-making.
• Increased assurance levels - Information has been verified
as much as is practically viable, ensuring your
decisions are based on unbiased, robust information.
• Improve your knowledge - Using EnviroSpec will allow you to
gain fast access to the most up-to date environmental
initiatives on products and services and view the results of
extensive research and investments in the field.
• Make better decisions - Specifying environmentally
preferable products and services can help fight climate
change, reduce energy requirements and the demand for non-renewable
resources, avoid the use of toxic or hazardous
materials, provide healthier environments and promote corporate
social responsibility.
For Suppliers and Manufacturers
• Gain exposure - Your products and services are immediately
available to thousands of eco-conscious consumers and
specifiers across New Zealand and abroad.
• Gain credibility - Benefit from the backing of an
environmentally-conscious, dedicated organisation.
• Save time and money - Reduce printing and logistics costs and
allow your sales force to do their job more
effectively.
• Increase sale opportunities - in the growing Green Market
Place.
• Future proof your organisation - The environmental drivers and
regulations relating to products and services are
becoming increasingly stringent. Engaging with EnviroSpec can help
you strategically address the issue through a
Step-by-Step process.
• Play a fair game - the truly proactive companies get rewarded,
not those who are best at Greenwash.
In the end we are all consumers, and as such it is our duty to
ensure we do our share to promote a more sustainable future. Using
EnviroSpec is an easy, cost-effective tool to help achieve this
goal.