Online resource created for environmental management

December 21st, 2014

The Environment Foundation has launched a new web-based guide to the management of New Zealand's natural environment.

The Environment Guide was released last week in beta version for feedback from users. Its address is www.environmentguide.org.nz.

"The Guide provides freely accessible, practical and user-friendly information on the wide range of laws and policies which apply to New Zealand's environment," said Environment Foundation Chairperson Raewyn Peart.

"The website is intended to assist individuals, community groups and businesses to better participate in environmental decision-making processes.

"In this first phase of its development, the website has comprehensive material on the Resource Management Act and the Exclusive Economic Zone Act.

More information on environmental issues, such as freshwater, biodiversity and marine management, and activities, such as farming, forestry and renewable energy, will be uploaded to the website over the next few months.

"We are currently looking for sponsors and advertisers to assist with the completion and upkeep of the website. This is a fantastic opportunity for resource management businesses to grow their profile and contribute meaningful benefit to the New Zealand community," Ms Peart concluded.

The Tasman district has its own specially prepared planting lists, created by DoC expert Shannell Courtney. It can be found at this location.

The Environment Foundation is a charitable trust established in 2009 to promote the preservation, conservation, protection and enhancement of New Zealand's natural environment for future generations.

The primary focus of the Foundation is on providing high quality environmental information and training to enable people to participate more effectively in decisions affected New Zealand's natural environment.

The Foundation has a close association with the Environmental Defence Society Inc and draws on the skills and experience of that organisation. However, the Foundation has a distinct governance structure and separate financial management.

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