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Council may backtrack on Picton beach access
Plans for a narrow, winding access way to a popular beach in Picton have been paused, and could be reversed after public concerns were backed by roading experts.
One in five Kiwis don't believe in climate change - survey
New research reveals New Zealanders and businesses are complacent about climate chaos and its threat to humanity.
Waste strategy lacks supply chain focus, advocate says
The government's ideas to reduce waste have been slated as a band-aid and a missed opportunity.
Government waste reduction plan trashed by experts
The government's plan to reduce our refuse is being rubbished itself by recycling specialists.
After revealing its draft proposals to reduce waste, it now wants public feedback.
Hamish Cardwell… Audio
Africa's glaciers to melt, millions of poor face drought, floods, UN says
Africa's fabled eastern glaciers will vanish in two decades, while 118 million poor people face imminent drought, floods or extreme heat, the UN climate agency has warned.
Pacific islands relieved by climate aid promise
Pacific Islands are relieved that New Zealand has finally delivered on a climate pledge made six years ago.
New Zealand's promise of $1.3 billion over four years to countries most vulnerable to… Audio
The potential of blue carbon credits scheme for NZ
The Nature Conservancy is assessing six wetlands sites in New Zealand for their blue carbon potential. Audio
Air New Zealand and Airbus partner up to research hydrogen-powered aircraft
Air New Zealand and aircraft manufacturing giant Airbus have launched a joint initiative to investigate the future of hydrogen-powered aircraft. Audio
Climate Leaders Coalition signatories commit $9.5 billion to reduce emissions
The Climate Leaders Coalition's third anniversary snapshot shows Kiwi businesses have invested $9.5b into emissions reduction. Audio
Nelson council no longer accepting batteries at landfill
Nelson City Council is one of a growing number of councils to discourage the dumping of batteries in its landfill. Audio
World Vision outlines Covid impact on Pacific
Countries in the western Pacific have been hit hard by the pandemic, despite largely being able to keep widespread transmission at bay.
Yet according to a report by World Vision, the economic impact… Audio
Pacific countries need more help dealing with climate change
New Zealand is committing $1.3 billion over four years to support countries most vulnerable to climate change - at least half of that money will go to the Pacific.
The announcement comes ahead of the… Audio
Analysts: 100 per cent renewables target within reach
New Zealand is on a cusp of a major energy transition - but it's not been all smooth sailing. Jarden says it's possible for New Zealand to reach its 100 per cent renewable energy by 2030. The… Audio
Government pledges $1.3b to climate change-affected countries
New Zealand's Pacific neighbours are in for a climate aid boost.
The government's committing $1.3 billion over four years to support countries most vulnerable to climate change - at least half of… Audio
Mandy Barker's deceptive pictures of Pitcairn's sea bottom
Plastic items from more than 25 different countries, including New Zealand, wash up on the remote Pitcairn Islands, posing a threat to a habitat that's home to unique and endangered species. British… Audio, Gallery
Dormouse delicacy on the mafia menu
Wildlife groups say baked dormice are served to honour high-ranking gangsters at banquets organised by the powerful Calabrian 'Ndrangheta mafia clan.
West Antarctica ice sheet collapse avoidable if global warming kept below 2C
Rising seas are already making storm damage more costly, adding to the impact on about 700 million people who live in low-lying coastal areas at risk of flooding.
Farming for the Future
It's hoped a dairy farm trial in Taranaki can provide some answers for dairy farmers needing to lower their environmental footprint. Country Life visits the Gibson Farm near Hawera to check out some… Audio
Farming for the Future
It's hoped a dairy farm trial in Taranaki can provide some answers for dairy farmers needing to lower their environmental footprint. Country Life visits the Gibson Farm near Hawera to check out some…
AudioChinese President Xi Jinping to snub COP26 climate summit, Johnson told - report
Chinese President Xi Jinping will snub a crucial climate conference in Scotland, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been told, The Times reports.
