Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Player Welfare
• Community Rugby
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• Developed and implemented an Environmental Sustainability Plan aligned with World Rugby’s plan to 2030, focusing on Climate Action, Nature, and the Circular Economy (zero waste).

Social Achievements

• Launched the Women and Girls in Rugby System Strategy, a 10-year strategy to boost engagement for women and girls.
• Launched the NZR Pasifika Strategy 2024-2029 to create more equitable opportunities for Pasifika at all levels of the game.
• Increased women and girls' rugby participation by 20%.
• Achieved 44% female representation on the NZR Board.
• Supported Campbell Johnstone, the first All Black to publicly come out as gay.
• Raised $250,000 for Cyclone Gabrielle relief efforts.

Governance Achievements

• Achieved both gender and all-round diversity on the NZR Board.
• Modernized governance structures of the game.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenges facing the game globally.
• Reduction in domestic Test matches impacting revenue.
• Challenges in the community game.
• Public perception on player safety issues.

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented two long-term strategies focusing on supportive and welcoming rugby environments.
• Created a Rangatahi Advisory Group to understand the needs of young people.
• Implemented EDSLVs to improve player safety.
• Developed a Community Rugby Referee Plan.
• Developed a comprehensive three-year plan to manage risks to brain health.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Partnership with adidas

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Awards & Recognition

• Diversity Works’ Inclusive Workplace Award (Finalist)