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Climate action
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.
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.
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.
Update
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.
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.
Beginning the conversation today for our beaches of tomorrow
Auckland Council seeks public input on future coastal management in response to climate change.
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.
Auckland climate grants open for community-led projects
One way of taking action to address climate disruption, e-biking.
Virtual eyes enhance Auckland Council’s flood management
AI to the rescue to help improve flood readiness.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Auckland Council boosts access to energy coaching scheme
Energy advisors helping families to save energy.
Being prepared for severe weather is part of our plan
This year’s Long-term Plan proposes significant additional investment to specifically reduce flooding and land stability risk.
