Hurunui District 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.
Invest in stormwater systems and stop banks to protect homes, businesses and communities from severe weather.
Remove emissions considerations from all council decisions and consents and prioritise value for money.
Stop wasting ratepayers' money on emissions cuts and focus council on core local services, not climate activism.
Advocate for resilience and robustness of core water, roading and communication infrastructure and approach decision-making with a resilience lens.
Identify and quantify hazards and opportunities posed by climate change and support community-led planning and preparation for potential implications.
Promote and assist with development of support systems for planning for, coping with and recovery from natural disasters across the district.
Commit to council exploring a range of energy options to minimise negative effects on climate.
Commit to ensuring infrastructure is future proof in terms of earthquake strengthening and best use of building practices.
Ensure the community is well prepared to deal with natural disasters and can step in to civil defence roles as needed.
Continue to work with all our beach communities to develop and monitor their own particular coastal adaption plans.
Engage with ECAN and landowners to ensure that our rivers remain unimpeded, healthy and fully functional.
Form the alternative route to Amberley Golf Links Road.
Ensure infrastructure investment is resilient, affordable and fit for future generations.
Promote practical, cost-effective steps to cut waste and emissions where communities see value.
Support community-led planning for climate risks and civil defence preparedness.
Advocate for cohesive council policy for planned retreat and include this in the proposed changes to the Resource Management Act.
Advocate for resilient council policy for fresh water and adopt a pragmatic approach to freshwater rules under the new Resource Management Act.
Prioritise Council civil defence readiness and active participation with the wider Canterbury Climate Action Plan.
Adopt valid climate change practices where they are economic and reasonable, that are both cost effective, meaningful and measurable.
Provide support for local farmers and producers to adapt to changing weather patterns.
Take a proactive and collaborative approach to minimise the impact of natural disasters and support the resilience of the community.
Invest in stormwater systems and stop banks to protect homes, businesses and communities from severe weather.
Remove emissions considerations from all council decisions and consents and prioritise value for money.
Stop wasting ratepayers' money on emissions cuts and focus council on core local services, not climate activism.
Advocate for resilience and robustness of core water, roading and communication infrastructure and approach decision-making with a resilience lens.
Identify and quantify hazards and opportunities posed by climate change and support community-led planning and preparation for potential implications.
Promote and assist with development of support systems for planning for, coping with and recovery from natural disasters across the district.
Commit to council exploring a range of energy options to minimise negative effects on climate.
Commit to ensuring infrastructure is future proof in terms of earthquake strengthening and best use of building practices.
Ensure the community is well prepared to deal with natural disasters and can step in to civil defence roles as needed.
Continue to work with all our beach communities to develop and monitor their own particular coastal adaption plans.
Engage with ECAN and landowners to ensure that our rivers remain unimpeded, healthy and fully functional.
Form the alternative route to Amberley Golf Links Road.
Ensure infrastructure investment is resilient, affordable and fit for future generations.
Promote practical, cost-effective steps to cut waste and emissions where communities see value.
Support community-led planning for climate risks and civil defence preparedness.
Advocate for cohesive council policy for planned retreat and include this in the proposed changes to the Resource Management Act.
Advocate for resilient council policy for fresh water and adopt a pragmatic approach to freshwater rules under the new Resource Management Act.
Prioritise Council civil defence readiness and active participation with the wider Canterbury Climate Action Plan.
Adopt valid climate change practices where they are economic and reasonable, that are both cost effective, meaningful and measurable.
Provide support for local farmers and producers to adapt to changing weather patterns.
Take a proactive and collaborative approach to minimise the impact of natural disasters and support the resilience of the community.
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