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.
Encourage community awareness of waste.
Retain wheelie bins for rubbish.
Set up a recycle centre.
Cut emissions through green transport, efficient buildings and a smart waste system plan to commit to being carbon neutral by 2030.
Partner with iwi and groups to build inclusive, trusted disaster response plans to strengthen civil defence and emergency preparedness.
Promote earthquake resilience, climate adaptation, native planting, education on upgrading buildings and disaster readiness.
Encourage community awareness of waste.
Retain wheelie bins for rubbish.
Set up a recycle centre.
Cut emissions through green transport, efficient buildings and a smart waste system plan to commit to being carbon neutral by 2030.
Partner with iwi and groups to build inclusive, trusted disaster response plans to strengthen civil defence and emergency preparedness.
Promote earthquake resilience, climate adaptation, native planting, education on upgrading buildings and disaster readiness.
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