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Environmental issues that matter to you
The Ministry for the Environment was pleased to host the fifth Talk Environment Roadshow between 17 October - 2 November this year.
Thank you to those of you who attended a meeting in your area. Your comments and feedback are appreciated.
The key points raised around New Zealand can be found under the topic headings below.
Adapting to the impacts of climate change
Key points raised on adapting to the impacts of climate change
Adaptation is essential to help minimise the risks of climate change and maximise the opportunities. Meeting attendees were asked about ideas on the measures that can be taken to give your communities greater resilience to climate impacts and extremes and to be in a position to take advantage of opportunities.
For more information see the adapting to the impacts of climate change information sheet.
Encouraging household sustainability
Key points raised on encouraging household sustainblity
The household sustainability programme is designed to help New Zealanders adopt sustainability as a core value that is at the heart of our national identity and part of everyday life. We value hearing about what you are doing in your homes and communities to live more sustainably and finding out how we can best support you taking action.
See the Household Sustainability Programme information sheet for more information.
Sustainable business
Key points raised on sustainable business
More than ever before, consumers are demanding a commitment from business and government to environmental sustainability. In response, business interest in environmentally sustainable development is increasing. Meeting attendees were asked about their views on on the government’s tools and guidance to assist this transition.
See the Sustainable Business information sheet for more information.
National guidance under the RMA
Key points raised on national guidance under the RMA
National environmental standards and national policy statements are instruments issued under the Resource Management Act that help ensure our resources are managed appropriately. Meeting attendees were asked about their views on a number of proposed national environmental standards and policy statements such as sources of human drinking water, electricity transmission, water measuring devices and freshwater management.
See the National guidance under the Resource Management Act information sheet for more information.
Key points raised from discussions at the general tables
Find out what happened at Talk Environment Roadshow 2006
Last updated: 21 December 2007
