Every action adds up to reduce the effects of climate change
Canterbury greenhouse gas emissions inventory
In May of 2023, Environment Canterbury released the Annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Canterbury, 2018 and 2021 report, the first GHG inventory prepared specifically for our region.
The report identifies five sectors where Waitaha/Canterbury's gross emissions come from, how much of our emissions come from each sector, and how we're showing improvement.
It's time, Canterbury | Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke
The area around Rāpaki Marae, nestled in the beautiful Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour, was once known for its great abundance of kaimoana. Climate change, pollution and deforestation have put that at risk, but a massive amount of community mahi is helping to turn the tide.
Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke told us their story of how climate change has impacted mahinga kai around Rāpaki, and how the community is working together to restore their local environment.
Climate change is already impacting our local ecosystems and communities
Future projections for Waitaha/Canterbury show worse storms, floods and droughts happening more often, sea levels continuing to rise, and changes in the diversity of plants and animals in our region.
Here is what you need to know about what’s likely to happen in Waitaha/Canterbury’s future.
No matter where you live or what you do, climate change affects us all
Explore the links here for reliable information and resources about the effects of climate change on Waitaha/Canterbury to help you understand, prepare, manage and adapt to its impacts.