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Protecting New Zealand
As New Zealanders we have a great deal worth protecting: our precious natural resources, unique flora and fauna – our tāonga, world-renowned scenery and way of life. At the same time we need to continue to grow our economy, improve living standards, and enhance our reputation as a country that consistently punches well above its weight.
Fortunately, the actions we can take to tackle climate change make environmental as well as economic sense. Using energy more efficiently means we pay for less electricity, gas and petrol. Tuning our cars improves air quality and health. And better insulation of our homes means they are warmer and we get sick less often.
Climate change may seem a complex issue, but one thing is sure: it will be the small steps taken by individuals supported by the bigger steps of governments and businesses that will make all the difference.
