Cornerstone work happening for national waste strategy and legislation

In early-to-mid September we expect to see a consultation document come out from Ministry for the Environment covering some of the critical parts of getting Aotearoa to zero waste. These include: High level waste strategy Changes to the 2008 Waste Minimisation Act Emissions reduction plan… More >

Zero waste groups challenge biogas report claims

A group of zero waste and regenerative horticulture advocates are challenging a recent report on the potential of biogas production for New Zealand. The group is concerned that the report advocates major investment in an organic waste processing technology that risks locking-in current industrial agricultural… More >

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It’s time! Plastic Free July 2021

Yes it’s time for Plastic Free July (PFJ). This year’s theme is Choose to Reuse. Check out Para Kore’s videos and resources at the PFJ Aotearoa webpage as well as Para Kore Ki Tāmaki’s awesome video challenge here. The government has just announced a timeframe for the phase out of additional plastic… More >

Infrastructure Review – Have your say

Until 3 July, the NZ  Infrastructure Commission is asking for feedback on a new strategy called  He Tūāpapa ki te Ora, Infrastructure for a Better Future. At its most basic, infrastructure can be defined as the resources (such as personnel, buildings, equipment or services) required… More >