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May 2015The fiscal sustainability of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), including a high-level assessment of its operational efficiency and the impact of such efficiency on funding needs. Read more -
May 2015The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2015 – 2019. Read more -
November 2014This briefing was provided to the incoming Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Change Issues in October 2014. Read more -
October 2014The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2014 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
August 2014This report presents the findings of the State Service Commission's Performance Improvement Framework follow-up review of the Ministry for the Environment. Read more -
July 2014The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2013 – 30 June 2014. Read more -
May 2014The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2014 – 2018. Read more -
October 2013The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2013 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
June 2013The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 January 2013 – 30 June 2013. Read more -
May 2013The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2013 – 2016. Read more -
December 2012This research looked at 23 case studies of collective action groups to examine their likelihood of emerging and enduring in the long-term. Read more -
December 2012This report explores the international literature on collaborative governance to identify factors that are important for people to contribute meaningfully to a successful collaborative governance process. Read more -
December 2012The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2012 – 31 December 2012. Read more -
October 2012The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2012 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
June 2012The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 January 2012 – 30 June 2012 Read more -
June 2012This leaflet provides information for landowners and developers who are considering subdividing or changing the use of their land. Read more -
May 2012The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2012 – 2015. Read more -
April 2012This briefing was provided to the Minister for the Environment and the Minister for Climate Change Issues in April 2012. Read more -
April 2012This users’ guide explains the regulations and provides guidance to territorial and unitary authorities on implementing the National Environmental Standard for Assessing and Managing Contaminants in Soil to Protect Human Health. Read more -
December 2011The following briefings were provided to the Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Change Issues in December 2011. Read more -
December 2011The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2011 – 31 December 2011. Read more -
October 2011This checklist should be included as a cover sheet for all contaminated site investigations. The checklist is taken from the Contaminated Land Management Guidelines No.1 – Reporting on Contaminated Sites in New Zealand (Revised 2011). Read more -
October 2011A history of the Fruitgrowers’ Chemical Company (FCC) at Mapua and the clean up of the site. Read more -
October 2011The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2011 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
September 2011This report provides an evaluation of the proposed National Environmental Standard for Assessing and Managing Contaminants in Soil to Protect Human Health. The NES came into effect on 1 January 2012. Read more -
June 2011The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 January 2011 – 30 June 2011. Read more -
May 2011The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2011 – 2014. Read more -
May 2011This report provides a cost-benefit analysis of the proposed National Environmental Standard for Assessing and Managing Contaminants in Soil to Protect Human Health. Read more -
April 2011This guideline has been developed through a partnership between the Ministry for the Environment, regional councils and unitary authorities to ensure consistency in the reporting on contaminated sites. Read more -
January 2011The proposed NPS on Indigenous Biodiversity sets out the Government's expectations for managing New Zealand's indigenous biodiversity under the Resource Management Act 1991. Read more -
January 2011This proposed National Policy Statement sets out the objective and policies to manage natural and physical resources so as to maintain indigenous biological diversity (biodiversity) under the Resource Management Act 1991. Read more -
December 2010The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2010 – 30 December 2010. Read more -
October 2010The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2010 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
May 2010The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2010 – 2013. Read more -
May 2010This guide is for anyone organising a festival, conference, sporting or other event. It is full of practical tips, resources and information to help ensure your event is both successful and environmentally responsible. Read more -
May 2010This guide is designed to help owners and organisers of major events ensure their event is both successful and environmentally responsible. Read more -
February 2010This discussion document, including the proposed national environmental standard and supporting soil guideline values, propose planning controls appropriate to district and city council plans for assessing contaminants in soil, and a set of chemical-specific soil contaminant thresholds that will define an adequate level of protection for human health for a range of differing land-uses in New Zealand. Read more -
January 2010This environmental snapshot provides information on the pressures on New Zealand’s environment from land use. Read more -
January 2010The latest indicator update providing information on the state of New Zealand’s land, using the soil health indicator. Read more -
October 2009The Land Monitoring Forum has compiled this guide to help regional council staff undertaking land monitoring. Read more -
October 2009The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2009 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
July 2009This report is the first time a national picture of water quality in dairying catchments has been published for New Zealand. The report draws together water quality and land-use information from 14 river catchments. Read more -
June 2009This report presents the results of an audit of the remediation of the former Fruitgrowers Chemical Company site at Mapua. Read more -
May 2009The Ministry for the Environment's Statement of Intent gives an indication of where we are now and where we are heading over the next three years and includes our forecast financial statements. This Statement of Intent covers the years 2009 – 2012. Read more -
April 2009This study investigates the value case for Green Star 4-, 5- and 6-star rated government office tenancy fit-outs. It will help central government organisations reduce their impacts on the environment, economy and society when fitting out their offices. Read more -
December 2008This report provides guidance on how to incorporate passive solar design principles into future government building projects. Read more -
November 2008Briefing for the incoming government 2008. Prepared by government agencies with an interest in natural resources and the environment. Read more -
November 2008This briefing was provided to the incoming Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Change Issues in November 2008. Read more -
October 2008The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2008 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more -
October 2008This report provides guidance on the integrated whole building design process. By using this process, the government aims to ensure that future government buildings are designed to be healthier and more environmentally sustainable. Read more