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Examining the drivers of forestry in New ZealandRead moreHow current policies are shaping our forest estate and which alternative forestry systems could play a greater role in afforestation.
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A review of freshwater models used in Aotearoa New ZealandRead more -
Going with the grainRead moreHow do we respond to the environmental challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss and water quality while looking after the economic, social and cultural life of our regions?
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Urban ground truthsRead moreThe biophysical services that green spaces provide, such as stormwater filtering and storage, heat mitigation and air filtration, all rely on an adequate volume and depth of healthy soil. Yet many of our new residential developments may not have enough healthy soil to support these services.
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Estimate of environmental expenditure 2023/24Read moreThe Commissioner has released his third annual estimate of environmental expenditure, mapping the spending of 20 central government agencies against six enduring environmental outcomes.
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28 May 2025New research reveals New Zealand’s natural resource footprintRead more
13 May 2025Address to EDS Conference 2025Read more
9 April 2025Are we growing the forests we need?Read more
22 February 2025Address to the Bluegreens ForumRead more
13 February 2025Budgeted Govt spend on environment similar to past year, with increased spend on extreme weather events and drops in other areas -
A Zero Carbon Act for New ZealandIn this video, Simon Upton discusses his first report as Commissioner, in which he gives detailed advice to Parliament on plans for a Zero Carbon Act and an independent Climate Commission.View the report
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About the Parliamentary Commissioner for the EnvironmentSimon Upton
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