Policies

Reduce reliance on fossil fuels at council facilities by developing renewables, achieve 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and energy savings.

Improve climate change resilience of water, transport and other infrastructure, including second bridge for Whakatāne.

Encourage energy generation, security and resilience by continuing the roll-out of solar energy on council properties.

Continue work on reducing council's greenhouse gas emissions, including use of solar PV to reduce emissions and cut costs.

Ensure infrastructure is robust and resilient, including advocating for two-laning Pekatahi Bridge.

Ensure the community is well-informed about what specific climate change risks they face and lead conversations about how to deal with them.