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 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.
Establish a framework where climate change is considered at every level of decision-making and integrates Mātauranga Māori.
Put local, nature-based solutions at the heart of adapting to climate change.
Commit to working with communities to decarbonise our economy in a just-transition model focusing on our agriculture and energy sectors.
Establish a framework where climate change is considered at every level of decision-making and integrates Mātauranga Māori.
Put local, nature-based solutions at the heart of adapting to climate change.
Commit to working with communities to decarbonise our economy in a just-transition model focusing on our agriculture and energy sectors.
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