Government quietly removes access to environmental justice
Last week’s budget announcement was a highly disheartening occasion for access to justice. The decision to quietly abolish the Environmental Legal Assistance Fund - Te Mana Rauhī Taio - as part of Budget 24 will have significant impacts.
Nominate for RMLA’s Annual Awards
Our annual awards recognise excellence in the field of resource management. With six categories available, who will you nominate?
Resource Management (Freshwater and Other Matters) Amendment Bill
The first amendment proposed by the Government to the Resource Management Act (RMA) has been officially introduced today.
Lowering energy-related emissions in Bay of Plenty
A new report published by EECA, shows the main opportunities in Bay of Plenty will be energy efficiency or demand-reduction-related projects as the region reduces its reliance on fossil fuels in the manufacturing sector.
Consultation opens on updates to NZ ETS auction and regulation settings
The Government is seeking feedback on its annual review of auction settings and other regulations for the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme.
RM reform update - May 2024 - Nineteenth edition
The RM Reform update is for people and organisations with an interest in the reform of the resource management system.
Electrifying NZ's ageing household appliances - an opportunity for homeowners and the energy system
A comprehensive new research report released by EECA unpacks where Kiwi homeowners are at with household electrification, identifying the opportunity when it comes to energy use, emissions, and running costs.
Decisions on Wellington City Council’s District Plan
The Minister Responsible for RMA Reform, Chris Bishop, has released his decision on twenty recommendations referred to him by the Wellington City Council.
Framework to guide how New Zealand adapts
Work is underway to develop an adaptation framework to strengthen the way Aotearoa New Zealand prepares for climate change.
New Zealand Journal of Enviornmental Law, Vol 27 (2023) now available
The NZJEL is an independent academic journal published by the New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law based at the Auckland Law School University of Auckland. It contains in-depth analysis of environmental and resource management issues in New Zealand and internationally, and some shorter analysis and commentary on recent case-law, legislative reforms, and other topical issues.
Recorded presentation | Fast-track consenting: here to stay
View recording of the Fast-track consenting presentation from late March 2024.
Recipient of RMLA’s Outstanding Person Award authors new book
Environmental Defenders: Fighting for our Natural World