Auckland Council
Climate change and resilience
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Climate change and resilience
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Meet council's emissions reductions target by implementing measures that contribute the most towards attaining those targets.
Prioritise investment into coastal inundation mitigation projects to better manage the impact of rising sea levels.
Investigate reforestation of marginal farmland. Note effects of deforestation at Climate Change Commission Report 31 May 2021 page 189.
Support the Council Environmental Policy for review by the new council subject to analysis to ensure it makes good sense.
Support smart climate change policies that avoid slogans and ideology.
Ensure council incorporates adaptation as a key platform.
Commit to Auckland's Climate Plan to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and zero net emissions by 2050.
Introduce a climate friendly accreditation for private and public sectors and businesses. Promote energy efficient businesses and homes.
Prioritise initiatives that promote and enhance public and active transport, including dedicated cycleways.
Community safety and crime levels.
The exaggerated use of western medicine which can be detrimental/harmful to our health.
Global warming and the effects it has on New Zealand dairy and beef industry.
Support resourcing for local action in line with Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland's Climate Plan, to cut emissions.
Work with Auckland Transport, local boards and other agencies to improve access to public and active transport options.
Advocate for land use rules that promote the compact city approach, as urban infill supports both climate action and adaptation.
Meet council's emissions reductions target by implementing measures that contribute the most towards attaining those targets.
Prioritise investment into coastal inundation mitigation projects to better manage the impact of rising sea levels.
Investigate reforestation of marginal farmland. Note effects of deforestation at Climate Change Commission Report 31 May 2021 page 189.
Support the Council Environmental Policy for review by the new council subject to analysis to ensure it makes good sense.
Support smart climate change policies that avoid slogans and ideology.
Ensure council incorporates adaptation as a key platform.
Commit to Auckland's Climate Plan to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and zero net emissions by 2050.
Introduce a climate friendly accreditation for private and public sectors and businesses. Promote energy efficient businesses and homes.
Prioritise initiatives that promote and enhance public and active transport, including dedicated cycleways.
Community safety and crime levels.
The exaggerated use of western medicine which can be detrimental/harmful to our health.
Global warming and the effects it has on New Zealand dairy and beef industry.
Support resourcing for local action in line with Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland's Climate Plan, to cut emissions.
Work with Auckland Transport, local boards and other agencies to improve access to public and active transport options.
Advocate for land use rules that promote the compact city approach, as urban infill supports both climate action and adaptation.
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