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Climate action 10 Dec 2024

Auckland Council’s first urban heat assessment reveals “heat islands” in the city

Heat maps reveal how Auckland’s built environment impacts local temperatures.

Climate action 26 Nov 2024

Auckland Council awards grants to advance community climate action

Community-led climate action grants announced.

Council news 20 Nov 2024

Have Your Say: Let’s protect Auckland’s environment

The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation is open now until 8 December 2024 and Auckland Council is inviting Aucklanders to provide feedback.

Climate action 20 Nov 2024

Rural Aucklanders urged to gear up for a summer of weather extremes

Auckland Council is urging rural Auckland residents to make essential preparations for any potential extreme weather events—whether it’s extended dry spells or heavy rainfall.

Climate action 4 Nov 2024

Choosing deconstruction over demolition

Every year, we send more than 1.6 million tonnes of waste to landfill in Auckland, that’s more than a tonne per person.

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Environment 21 Oct 2024

Progress towards Auckland’s climate goals puts resilience at the forefront

Auckland Council’s Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan 2024 progress snapshot.

Council news 3 Oct 2024

Working together to protect Auckland’s natural environment

Aucklanders will soon be asked for their feedback on Auckland Council’s ‘Let’s protect our environment’ consultation.

Beaches 9 Sep 2024

Beginning the conversation today for our beaches of tomorrow

Auckland Council seeks public input on future coastal management in response to climate change.

Beaches 30 Aug 2024

Successful ‘lighting strike’ on invasive Caulerpa seaweed

A bright light is proving effective for killing Caulerpa seaweed, which is a rapidly spreading invasive seaweed in northeastern New Zealand.

Climate action 19 Aug 2024

Auckland climate grants open for community-led projects

One way of taking action to address climate disruption, e-biking.

Climate action 15 Aug 2024

Virtual eyes enhance Auckland Council’s flood management

AI to the rescue to help improve flood readiness.

Climate action 15 Aug 2024

Auckland Libraries promote flood resilience campaign

Auckland Council has launched a flooding resilience campaign across Auckland libraries, offering vital resources to help residents prepare for and reduce the effects of flooding.

Climate action 14 Aug 2024

Auckland Council's path to a greener future

Auckland Council is succeeding in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability across its $11 billion portfolio of assets.

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Environment 29 Apr 2024

Changes to your kerbside recycling collection – get across the new standards

To help Aotearoa become a circular economy where materials are re-used as much as possible, there are now new nationwide standards for recycling.

Environment 22 Apr 2024

Five ways to get involved this Earth Day and help the planet

Earth Day is celebrated on 22 April and is a time to reflect on ways we can protect our natural environment and preserve it for future generations.