Sustainability

At Duraplan, we are committed to building a better, more sustainable future.

Sustainability at Duraplan

We believe that sustainability is achieved through conscious business practices. Sustainability is important to Duraplan because it ensures the long-term availability of resources, meeting the growing expectations of our customers, and supporting global efforts to combat climate change.

Our sustainability initiatives include reducing waste across our operations, limiting our impact on the environment, sourcing materials from trusted Greenstar accredited suppliers.

Sustainable Projects

Geneva House – 6 Star

The first project in New Zealand to earn a 6 Star rating for sustainability!

One New Zealand Stadium – 5 Star

An all electric venue with Toitū carbon mark and enviromark certifications, EV charging, solar panels, and more than 20,000sqm of vegetation

Te Tōangaroa Precinct – 5 Star

Two A-grade office buildings with 100% renewable electricity

Te Ngaengae Pool and Fitness – 5 Star

First 5 Star ratred aquatic centre in the country

PWC Tower, Auckland – 5 Star

With a commitment to sustainable design, this building incorporates green technology and energy-smart infrastructure

PWC Centre, Wellington – 5 Star

This building’s design prioritized environmental friendliness, as well as achieving a 180% seismic rating

55 Corinthian Drive, Auckland – 5 Star

Featuring EV charging, 2500 native shrubs and trees, and 50% above air cycle rate standards

Microsoft House – 5 Star

Featuring energy efficiency, solar panels, water and waste management, and green rooftop space

Cotton On, Roma Road Estate – 5 Star

Featuring solar panels, automated LED lighting, energy submetering, rainwater harvesting, and EV charging stations

University of Auckland

Ranked No. 1 in New Zealand by the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025

Certifications

Greenguard Gold – our compact laminate is low-emitting and contributes to cleaner safer air
Branz Fire Appraisal – our compact laminate is fire-resistant for longlivity and reduced waste
FSC and PEFC – our compact laminate is sourced from responsibly managed forests
DIN EN 16516 – our compact laminate does not emit any dangerous substances
ISO 45001 – we are commited to high standards of health and safety in our workplace
Our other certifications include anti-bacterial, anti-graffiti, anti-virus, and anti-fingerprint which all help contribute to a cleaner healthier environment.

Join Us on This Journey!

Join us on our sustainability journey! Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on our progress, and tips for building and living sustainably. Learn how you can reduce your carbon footprint with our sustainable restroom solutions, and learn about other energy-saving practices you can utilise in your own home and business. Contact us to learn more about our commitment to a greener future.