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Our strategic direction
This Statement of Intent explains the strategic direction of the Ministry for the Environment over the next three years and the path we propose to take to get there. It also outlines the work that the Ministry is undertaking to deliver on the Government's priorities and how we will enhance our capability to do this.
The information presented below is the result of a process of reviewing and refreshing our strategic direction to take account of the trends and emerging issues in our operating environment and the Government's strategic priorities.
| Our vision |
A prosperous New Zealand where a healthy environment enhances social and economic well-being |
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| Our strategic direction |
Leading environmental sustainability, which supports social and economic well-being |
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| What we seek to achieve |
New Zealand's air, water, land and built communities are healthy |
New Zealand is able to capitalise on its natural environmental advantages |
New Zealand's natural resources are managed effectively and New Zealanders are encouraged to use resources sustainably |
Risks to people, the economy and the environment from pollution, contamination and other environmental hazards are minimised |
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| How we will achieve this |
Integration | Leadership | Knowledge and understanding | |||
We will integrate ideas, perspectives and systems as a basis for action |
We will establish national priorities, propose creative and practical initiatives, drive national programmes and support others to make their contribution |
We will measure and report on the health of the environment, ensure policies and programmes are working effectively, and promote relevant science and research |
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| Strengthening our capability |
We want to be regarded by our key stakeholders as an organisation that adds value. We will improve our effectiveness by:
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The big environmental issues for New Zealand in the early 21st century are also economic, social and public health issues. Environmental sustainability means ensuring that our environment is healthy and can continue to support New Zealanders' quality of life and our economy based on natural resources. Environmental sustainability is an aspiration, but one that New Zealand is well placed to reach for.
The work of the Ministry for the Environment is focused on environmental sustainability which supports social and economic well-being. The outcomes we are seeking will all contribute to the environmental sustainability of New Zealand.
