Information on Urban Sustainability by Topic
- Urban Design, Landscape, & Form
- Urban design, landscape and form includes concepts such as land use and spatial planning, urban structure, and related urban strategies. It involves the physical and spatial nature of a city or settlement. It fundamentally influences urban outcomes across all dimensions of sustainability.
- Sustainable Building
- Sustainable building includes sustainable construction, life cycle analysis of
materials and methods, architecture (including historical and cultural heritage/buildings), and physical infrastructure provision and engineering. It can be described as construction that meets current building needs, minimises adverse effects on occupants and the environment, and reduces impacts on future generations.
- Social Aspects
- The social aspects include social infrastructure, e.g. the facilities, services and networks that support the cultural, recreational and other needs of communities. It also includes cohesion and community-based solutions, Treaty of Waitangi issues, ethnicity, culture, inter-generational equity and education. It encompasses the interactive mechanisms between and within places and people. Community participation and empowerment of local people are intrinsic elements of it, as is an understanding of the wider interests of the community based on its ethnic and demographic mix.
- Environmental Quality
- Environmental quality is determined by the management of natural and physical resources. It includes concepts such as environmental effects, pollution, ecological footprint, biodiversity, and amenity.
- Resource Conservation
- Resource conservation incorporates the principles of resource efficiency (especially water and energy), waste management, use of renewable resources, and Kaitiakitanga.
- Urban Economics
- Urban economics is about the cost and benefit analysis of alternative approaches to urban development. It includes concepts such as sustainable business and triple bottom line reporting, regional development, and business opportunities for a sustainable economy.
- Transport
- The topic of transport includes choice of transport mode (especially cycling, walking and the use of public transport), infrastructure, access to transport, fuel choice, and the costs and benefits in relation to these. It is integral to all aspects of urban management, especially in relation to its role in social and economic development.
- Risk Management
- Risk management includes elements of health and safety, hazards and contaminated sites, disaster planning, urban change, and community vulnerability. It is one way of achieving the ‘best practicable option’ for advancing sustainability in an urban setting.
- Governance
- Governance is a term which encompasses partnerships, leadership, Agenda 21 and local government, public participation in, and integration of decision-making processes. It is essentially a political process that determines the outcome of urban decision-making.
- Measuring Progress
- Measuring progress refers to the use of indicators, environmental assessment methods, state of the environment reporting, maps and spatial information. It involves evaluating and monitoring progress towards urban sustainability.
- Composite Information
- Composite information is information that spans more than one, or all of the previous dimensions, e.g., integrated texts, websites, magazines, conference proceedings, or bibliographies.
- Composite Information
- Canterbury Sustainability Expo
Annual expo centering around renewable energy but broadened to all aspects of sustainable living, featuring exhibitors, stalls, demonstrations and talks. Author: Veix, J
Publisher: Solar Electric Specialists Ltd: Christchurch
Publication Date: Annual
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- Cities and Their People New Zealand’s urban environment, The
An investigation on the urban environment and the challenges of creating sustainable urban ecosystems. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Cities for a small country
A classic text on sustainable urban planning. Author: Rogers, R
Publisher: Faber and Faber Ltd: London
Publication Date: 2000
Contact: Various booksellers and libraries
- Cities for a small planet
A classic text on sustainable urban planning. Author: Rogers, R
Publisher: Faber and Faber Ltd: London
Publication Date: 1997
Contact: Various booksellers and libraries
- Cities Project, The
A study providing research to Local Government since 1996. Each quarterly document provides three separate research areas. These are selected through a request form supplied to Councils prior to research topics being selected. Author: Rericha, T
Publisher: global-M Ltd: Christchurch
Publication Date: Quarterly
Phone: 0800 273 7327
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- City Blueprint (PDF)
Sets a framework for managing growth and change in North Shore City over the next 20 years. It looks at how people will live, work, play and travel in the city, while protecting the natural environment. Author: North Shore City Council
Publisher: North Shore City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-09
Phone: (09) 486 8600
- Climate Change: Integrating Human and Natural Dimensions (PDF)
Details of a workshop held to identify the social science research needs related to climate change; identify those scientists who can assist planners and policymakers as such; and stimulate natural and social scientist collaboration to address climate change issues. Author: Various
Publisher: RSNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-02
- Creating great places to live, work and play
Presents a simple 5-stage process for a successful ‘liveable urban environment’ strategy. Author: Ministry for theEnvironment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-06
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- Creating Our Future Sustainable Development in New Zealand
An in-depth review of New Zealand’s progress on sustainable development since 1992 including an exploration of future opportunities and challenges for further progressing sustainable development in New Zealand. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-08
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Database of Housing and Urban Design Related Research
Database of housing and urban design related research along with a register of people involved in such research. Author: New Zealand Housing Research Centre
Publisher: NZHC: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-10
- EcoCity Magazine
A regularly updated website with material about New Zealand and foreign sustainable urban development. Monthly updates are emailed to subscribers for free. Author: Cayford, J (Editor)
Publisher: Joel Cayford
Publication Date: Current
- Engineers for Social Responsibility
Provides information about the ESR’s goals and activities, and provides access to newsletters, conference and meeting reports. Author: Engineers for Social Responsibility Inc
Publisher: ESR: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Environment Canterbury
Contains information promoting sustainable management of natural and physical resources. Author: Environment Canterbury
Publisher: Environment Canterbury: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Environmental Planning and Management in New Zealand
An examination of the current state of environmental planning and management practice in New Zealand. Its focus is on how solutions to diverse environmental problems in New Zealand are being formulated and implemented. Author: Memon, A, Perkins, H (Editors)
Publisher: Dunmore Press Ltd: Palmerston North
Publication Date: 2000
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- Enviroschools Handbook: a whole approach to environmental education, The
Resource book for use by teachers in development of school-based environmental education within the urban community, to assist schools to become centres of environmental learning, understanding and action in their communities. Author: Hamilton City Council
Publisher: HCC: Hamilton
Publication Date: 1999
Contact: Enviroschools Coordinator, Sustainable Environment Team, Hamilton City Council
- Foundation for Research, Science and Technology Website, The
Website of Government-funded research. Author: Foundation for Research, Science and Technology
Publisher: FRST: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- IMPACTS 2002—Australia New Zealand Planning Congress
Proceedings of a congress which explored effects of changes in technology, resource use and development, law, values, and governance structures on the management of our natural and built environment. Author: Various
Publisher: NZPI: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (09) 815 2086
- New Zealand Environment Magazine
Reports on policy announcements, research, new ideas, and local and international activity that affect this country in areas such as conservation, energy, water quality, and biosecurity. Author: Ledbury, M (Editor)
Publisher: Landor Publishing: Auckland
Publication Date: Fortnightly
Phone: (09) 366 1543
- New Zealand Handbook 44:2001 Subdivision for People and the Environment
Guidelines and design information to assist environmentally sensitive land development. Author: Standards New Zealand
Publisher: SNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (04) 498 5990
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- Planning Quarterly
Journal of the NZ Planning Institute. Author: New Zealand Planning Institute
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
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- Quality Planning
The site provides guidance on best practice in developing regional and district plans under the RMA, as well as a database of RMA publications and articles, and discussion forums and contact details for councils and practitioners throughout NZ. Author: New Zealand Planning Institute, Resource Management Law Association, Local Government New Zealand, New Zealand Institute of Surveyors, Ministry for the Environment (Steering Group)
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
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- Royal Society of New Zealand Website, The
Details of the Society’s activities and publications, including information about and links to the Sustainable Development Forum. Author: The Royal Society of New Zealand
Publisher: RSNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Showing the way: Curitiba: Citizen City
Curitiba has lifted itself out of tough circumstances, by the strength of good design and cohesive political leadership. The results are highly visible and show how to combine a healthy ecology, a vibrant economy and a society that nurtures people. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Sustainability defined for the New Zealand context (PDF)
University of Auckland 2002 Winter Lecture Series: Sustaining New Zealand. Author: Fookes, T
Publisher: University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
- Sustainability Reporting: "Who’s Kidding Whom?" (PDF)
A critical examination of triple bottom line and sustainability concepts and reporting. Author: Gray, R and Milne, M
Publisher: Agenda: Scotland
Publication Date: 2002-07
- Sustainability: A New Zealand Perspective (PDF)
Address delivered at Sustainability 2002 Conference, Investing in Partnerships: Making the Case, Auckland, 2002-05. Author: Ogilvie, G
Publisher: URS: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-05
- Sustainable Building Magazine
An independent international journal on building and the environment. Author: Rovers, R (Editor)
Publisher: Aeneas Technical Publishers The Netherlands
Publication Date: Quarterly
- Sustainable Christchurch
Christchurch City Council’s mission to ‘doing more with less, using our hearts and minds, following nature’s perfect model and caring for our community we can be sustainable’. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable Cities Auckland: Proceedings of the Sustainable Auckland Congress 2001-09-18/21
Summarises the outcomes of the Sustainable Auckland Congress, and contains facts, assessments and visions on the Auckland community, environment, housing, economy, business and infrastructure. Author: Various
Publisher: Sustainable Auckland Trust: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: Enviroline 0800 80 60 40 (AK only)
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- Sustainable Cities Trust
An independent agency based in Christchurch, working to act as a catalyst for sustainable urban and regional development. Author: Sustainable Cities Trust
Publisher: Sustainable Cities Trust: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable cities: an exploration into urban sustainability
Thesis for MSc in Resource Management. Investigates environmental aspects of urban management, using Christchurch as a case study. Author: Fraser, H
Publisher: Lincoln University: Canterbury
Publication Date: 1996
Contact: Lincoln University Library, or the National Library of New Zealand
- Sustainable City, The
Proceedings of ‘Conference ’98: the sustainable city’, including three keynote lectures and 10 sustainable city theme papers. Author: Various
Publisher: IPENZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998
Phone: (04) 473 9444
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- Sustainable Communities
Conference Proceedings from New Zealand Planning Institute Annual Conference, 15th EAROPH World Congress, Auckland. Author: New Zealand Planning Institute
Publisher: Centre for Continuing Education, University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 1996
Contact: New Zealand Planning Institute
Phone: (09) 815 2086
- Sustainable land management: what’s available?
An online database of publications about sustainable land management. Author: Landcare Research
Publisher: Landcare Research: Canterbury
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable land management: who’s doing what?
A database of organisations involved in sustainable land management in New Zealand. (under ‘who’s doing what?’). Author: Landcare Research
Publisher: Landcare Research: Canterbury
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable Management Fund: summary of funded projects
This is a summary of the projects approved for funding from the Sustainable Management Fund. It indicates the availability of project results, and the contact details of the contractor who can supply the project results. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable Urban Development: BEQUEST
A special issue addressing the concept of sustainable development at the urban scale. Author: Curwell, SR, Deakin, M (Editors)
Publisher: Building Research & Information, volume 30, number 2
Publication Date: 2002-03
- Sustaining the clean green myth (PDF)
University of Auckland 2002 Winter Lecture Series: Sustaining New Zealand. Author: Bell, C
Publisher: University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
- Urban Sustainability in New Zealand
A booklet which includes papers focusing on urban planning, social science research, and social, economic and environmental drivers within the urban environment. Author: Royal Society of New Zealand
Publisher: RSNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999
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- Urban Sustainability: an annotated bibliography
Jointly commissioned by MfE and Works Consultancy Services to further develop the understanding of the concept of urban sustainability. Covers sustainable development, urban overview, measuring progress, case studies, and issues of urban sustainability. Author: Barton, N, Dove, M
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1993
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- Urban Sustainability: an annotated bibliography
A bibliography based around terms such as sustainability, sustainable development/growth and sustainable management, with a strong urban focus. Author: Perkins, H, Thorns, D, Field, M
Publisher: University of Canterbury and Lincoln University: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1999-04
Contact: Harvey Perkins
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- Environmental Quality
- Ambient Air Quality Guidelines
Update of guidance and advice on how air quality should be managed under the effects-based principles of the RMA. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- Assessment of Environmental Effects: Information, Evaluation and Outcomes
A collection of papers, which contributes to the current evolution of environmental impact assessment. Author: Centre forAdvancedEngineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- Auditing Assessments of Environmental Effects A Good Practice Guide
Focuses on regional and district council AEE audit practices, with the aim of helping new planning staff and others involved in the resource consent process. It also contains reminders for experienced staff to assist them in establishing and reviewing procedures, and includes examples of case law and good practice. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999-03
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Biodiversity of the urban environment: the importance of indigenous species and the role urban environments can play in their preservation
In G.H. Stewart & M.E. Ignatieva (eds), ‘Urban biodiversity and ecology as a basis for holistic planning and design’. Proceedings of a workshop held at Lincoln University. Author: Given, DR, Meurk, CD
Publisher: Wickliffe Press Ltd: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2000
Contact: Lincoln University
Phone: (03) 325 2811
- Biogeography and ecology of urban landscapes
In G.H. Stewart & M.E. Ignatieva (eds), ‘Urban biodiversity and ecology as a basis for holistic planning and design’. Proceedings of a workshop held at Lincoln University. Author: Meurk, CD, Hall, GMJ
Publisher: Wickliffe PressLtd, Christchurch
Publication Date: 2000
Contact: Lincoln University
Phone: (03) 325 2811
- Comprehensive Urban Stormwater Management Action Strategy (PDF)
A Strategy and Action Plan for the sustainable management of urban stormwater within Waitakere City. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000-09
Phone: (09) 839 0400
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- Ecological Risk Assessment for Contaminated Sites
Aims to guide environmental managers through a framework for assessing contaminated sites and to provide information resources relevant to New Zealand assessors. Author: Landcare Research
Publisher: Landcare Research: Canterbury
Publication Date: circa 2001
- Good practice guide for air quality monitoring and data management
Contains information on ambient air quality monitoring and how to look after and present monitoring data once it is collected. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-12
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Good practice guide for assessing and managing the environmental effects of dust emissions (PDF)
Information on where dust comes from, its effects on the air and how we can better monitor and manage dust emissions. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-09
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Good practice guide for monitoring and management of visibility in New Zealand
Guidance on the benefits of clear visibility, the contaminants and factors affecting visibility, suitable monitoring methods, potential indicators of visibility degradation, and how emissions causing visibility can be managed. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-08
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Green Corridors or Concrete Drains? Planning Quarterly, 1997-12-17/19
Article investigating the management ofurban stormwater and waterways, andadvocates the need for planners to take amore active role to ensure that urban rivers and stormwater systems are sustainably managed. Author: Barrell, H
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 1997-12
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- Management of suburban amenity values, The
Three reports, one each for Waitakere City, Auckland City and Christchurch City, looking at the impacts on a range of values including streetscapes, natural and open spaces, city heritage, and traffic, and provides suggestions for improved management. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Management of urban vegetation in North Shore City
Focuses on the effectiveness of the Council’s long-term management of urban vegetation. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998-02
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- National agenda for sustainable water management—making every drop count Action Plan
This document is the action plan that contains details of the Ministry’s proposals for managing New Zealand’s water. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999-12
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Odour Management under the RMA
A guide for managing odours. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1995-06
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Restoring the Health and Wealth of Ecosystems
Proceedings from an International 3-day Symposium, 28–30 September 1998, Christchurch, New Zealand. Contains a number of papers on restoration of urban ecologies. Author: Various
Publisher: Landcare Research
Publication Date: 1998
- Stormwater Management Devices: Design guidelines manual (PDF)
Provides a commonly accepted design approach for stormwater management practices that will provide both water quantity and water quality benefits, thus benefiting the aquatic receiving system. Author: Auckland Regional ouncil
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-11
- Urban biodiversity and ecology as a basis for holistic planning and design
Proceedings of a workshop held on 28–29 October 2000. The main objective of this workshop was to provide a holistic understanding of the urban environment and implications for integrated and sustainable management. Author: Stuart, GH, Ignatieva, ME (Editors)
Publisher: Lincoln University, Wickliffe Press: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2000
- Urban Stream Habitat Assessment Method (USHA)
An assessment method for urban managers to set achievable environmental standards for urban streams. Author: Suren, A, Snelder, T, Scarsbrook, M
Publisher: NIWA: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1998-10
Phone: (03) 348 8987
- Governance
- Agenda 21 in New Zealand: The Experience of Selected City and District Councils Revised Edition
Updates an informal 1998 review of six territorial authorities, which had indicated an interest in adopting Local Agenda 21. This review indicates that Agenda 21 is being adopted in New Zealand in a limited way. Author: Knight, S
Publisher: Department of Planning, University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998
- Approaching sustainability: integrated environmental management and New Zealand’ s Resource Management Act
A report evaluating RMA implementation and recommends steps to improving RMA practice through the adoption of integrated environmental practice. Author: Frieder, J
Publisher: Ian Axford New Zealand Fellowship in Public Policy: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997
- Empowering Communities? Representation and Participation in New Zealand’s Local Government
Discusses the way in which we participate in local government, how this practice of participating is changing and where we are heading in the future. Author: Drage, J (Editor)
Publisher: Victoria University Press: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Contact: Available from booksellers
- Environmental Law for a Sustainable Society
Examines current trends and future prospects of environmental law and, in particular, how present environmental law meets the challenge of sustainable development. It includes a comprehensive bibliography of environmental law titles written by New Zealand authors or by foreign authors writing about New Zealand environmental law. Author: New Zealand Centre for Environmental Law
Publisher: University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
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- Government’s Approach to Sustainable Development: an assessment of New Zealand’s sustainable development, 1992-2002, The (PDF)
Outlines the Government’s present approach to sustainable development and illustrates this by describing a wide range of activities across the government sector. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: Wellington: MfE
Publication Date: 2002-08
- Local Agenda 21 in the United Kingdom
Discusses the implementation of Local Agenda 21 in the United Kingdom and raises a number of issues for New Zealand with regards to the implementation of Agenda 21. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-02
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Local Government Environmental Management: a study of models and outcomes
A joint study with the Auditor-General, which reviews the functionality of the unitary authority model of local government, rather than the performance of individual councils. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999-08
- Local Government New Zealand
A website to support and enhance the activities of local government in NZ. Author: Local Government New Zealand
Publisher: LGNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: Current.
- New Ways of Working with our communities: six case studies in community governance
Report looking at innovative examples of councils working with their communitiesand stakeholders. The Report provides useful material for any local authority wishing to develop new relationships with its community or parts of its community. Author: Daly, C, Aalst, I
Publisher: LGNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-02
Phone: (04) 924 1200
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- Public Participation under the Resource Management Act 1991: the management of conflict
A guide to public participation in the Resource Management Act. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the nvironment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1996-12
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Resource Management Journal
Provides up-to-date articles on resource management issues (mainly from RMLA members), and is designed to keep members advised of current law and practice on all aspects of resource management matters. Author: Resource Management Law Association
Publisher: RMLA: Auckland
Publication Date: Three times a year
Phone: (09) 626 6068
- Resource Management Law Association
Describes the RMLA’s activities and areas of interest and provides access to the RMLA Newsletters and Journal. Author: Resource Management Law Association
Publisher: RMLA: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
- rma-net
rma-net is the on-line source for legal decisions affecting New Zealand’s environment. This site contains a database of all Environment Court decisions released to date under the Resource Management Act 1991. The database also contains a number of relevant High Court and Court of Appeal decisions, sentencing notes from District Court prosecutions, and various decisions of the Planning Tribunal made under earlier legislation. Author: Nugent, D
Publisher: Nugent Consultants Limited
Publication Date: Current
- Shifting to a Sustainable City? Citizen participation in Wellington’s Our City—Our Future Strategy (PDF)
Thesis submitted for Masters of Arts degree in Social Policy. Author: Blyth, S
Publisher: Massey University: Palmerston North
Publication Date: 1999
- Striking a balance: a practice guide on consultation and communication for project advocates
A good practice guide for those who are trying to site facilities that communities need but often don’t want in their backyard; projects such as residential treatment facilities, meatworks and road upgrades. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999-09
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Sustainable Development for New Zealand: programme of action
This document outlines the government’s direction setting and sought outcomes for the key issues of; water quality and allocation; energy; sustainable cities; and child and youth development. Author: Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Publisher: DPMC: Wellington
Publication Date: 2003-01
- Sustainable Development in New Zealand: Here Today, Where Tomorrow?
An overview on sustainable development in New Zealand and abroad. Coverage of what many New Zealanders and organisations are doing and how we compare with the international advancement of sustainable development. Author: Pacific Rim Institute of Sustainable Management and Knight, S
Publisher: Sustainable New Zealand: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001
- Sustainable Management and the Resource Management Act
Papers on the theoretical framework and legislative background to the concept of sustainable management. Further papers present the perspective of regional and district councils and the balance of the papers give practical examples of sustainable management in relation to the built environment, catchments, groundwater, wastes and energy. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1993
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- Taking up the challenge of Agenda 21: a guide for local government
A guide for local government for implementing Agenda 21. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1994
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Tomorrow’s Manukau: a vision for Manukau into the future 2001-2010
A 10-year vision and strategy for the future of Manukau to the year 2011. It sets firm targets for the city to achieve and the Council will be doing its part towards those goals. Author: Manukau City Council
Publisher: Manukau City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001
- Towards Sustainable Development in New Zealand (PDF)
A document prepared as a primer for Johannesburg 2002 World Summit which outlines recent progress made and the Government’s intentions towards achieving sustainable development. Author: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: Wellington: MFAT and MfE
Publication Date: 2002-08
- Measuring Progress
- Creating Our Future Sustainable Development for New Zealand: Sustainability Indicators
A background paper on tools for measuring sustainability. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Ecological Footprinting Tool
The tool contains a footprint calculator to calculate the size of an individual’s ecological footprint to give an idea of the impact this has on the environment. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- Environmental Performance Indicators
Description of environmental performance indicators for New Zealand’s environment (signposts of sustainability). Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997-10
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Global Reporting Initiative (2002 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines)
Voluntary guidelines for organisations from any country to report the economic, environmental and social dimensions of their activities. Author: Henderson, J (Chair)
Publisher: International Steering Committee of the GRI
Publication Date: 2000-06
- Hamilton’s Sustainability Indicators
The report measures 25 indicator areas, to see whether Hamilton is moving towards or away from becoming a more sustainable city. Author: Hamilton City Council
Publisher: HCC: Hamilton
Publication Date: 2002
- Headline Indicators for Tracking Progress to Sustainability in New Zealand (PDF)
Technical paper No. 71 Sustainability, prepared for the Environmental Reporting Programme of the Ministry for the Environment. Author: Patterson, M
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Monitoring Progress Towards a Sustainable New Zealand
Provides a selection of economic, social and environmental information to help assess New Zealand’s progress towards sustainable development. Author: Statistics New Zealand
Publisher: Statistics New Zealand: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-08
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- Our Changing Environment
Documents Auckland City’s environmental policies and targets, systems for managing the environment, and current environmental state and trends. Also makes recommendations for future management of the environment. Author: Auckland City Council
Publisher: ACC: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998 (revised triannually)
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- Potential contribution of Process/Progress Indicators to SoE reporting Making "State of the Environment reporting" more useful, The
A national progress review and regional perspective seminar. Author: Hughey, K
Publisher: Lincoln University: Canterbury
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (03) 325 2811
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- Progress Towards Closing Social and Economic Gaps Between Māori and Non-Māori: a report to the Minister of Māori Affairs (PDF)
Provides further impetus to the urgent need for Government to work hand in hand with Māori communities to improve outcomes for Mā ori. The report includes indicators in the areas of education, labour, income, housing, health, and criminal justice. Author: Te Puni Ky"kiri
Publisher: Te Puni Ky"kiri: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-05
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- Quality of Life in New Zealand’s Largest Cities
Portrays a picture of the quality of life in the six largest cities of New Zealand—Auckland, Christchurch, Manukau, North Shore, Waitakere, and Wellington. Author: Gatt, L (Project Manager)
Publisher: ACC, Manukau City Council, Waitakere City Council, North Shore City Council, CCC, Wellington City Council
Publication Date: 2001-03
- State of New Zealand’s Environment, The
An in-depth report describing the state of New Zealand’s natural environment. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997-10
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Strategic Indicators of Urban Ecological Sustainability: Planning Quarterly, no 120, 12/95
Demonstrates that achieving sustainable cities is a long-term project with elusive goals. Proposes a system of strategic indicators of urban ecological sustainability as a possible solution. Author: Bogunovich, D, Boucher, J
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 1995
Contact: Dushko Bugonovich, UNITEC
Phone: (09) 815 4321
- Resource Conservation
- Ageing pipes and murky waters: urban water issues for the 21st century
Identifies the key social, environmental and economic issues affecting the sustainable management of urban water systems and presents a series of relevant questions to encourage debate. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Beyond ageing pipes: urbanwater systems for the 21 stCentury
Following on from ‘Ageing pipes and murky waters’, this report presents the findings of the PCE’s investigation into urban water systems. The report highlights issues such as the fragmented nature of waters management, the importance of raising stakeholder awareness of the issues, pricing and charging for water services and placing urban water systems into an ecologicalcontext. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-04
- Big Clean Up, The
ARC campaign to get Aucklanders thinking about what individuals can do for the environment. Includes pages of tips on reducing waste, improving air quality, reducing car usage etc. (under ‘Big Clean Up’). Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001
- ‘Buy-it-back’ Database
Online database on products containing recycled content, which is updated regularly. Author: Auckland Regional Council (Administrator)
Publisher: Zero Waste New Zealand Trust: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (09) 486 0734
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- Cleaner production and the tourism sector
Outlines cleaner production case studies undertaken in the tourism sector in Rotorua. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1994-12
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Cleaner production at work: case studies from New Zealand industry
Examples of the application of cleaner production techniques in a wide range of industries in New Zealand. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1993-08
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Design Briefs for Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings
A series of five design briefs for energy efficient commercial buildings, written for owners, tenants, project managers and developers to procure the services of architect and consultant teams to deliver energy-efficient buildings. Author: Ove Arup & Partners Ltd
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: EECA
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Domestic Hot Water -Options & Solutions
A guide to good design and upgrades of New Zealand domestic water heating systems. Author: Williamson, AG, Clark, S
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- EECA Street Lighting Energy Efficiency Study (PDF)
Analysis of councils’ street-lighting practices, with recommendations for energy-efficiency improvements. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- End of Waste—Zero Waste by 2020, The (PDF)
Document calling for all New Zealanders to support the adoption of a national Zero Waste policy, in order to create employment and wealth and protect resources for future generations. Author: Zero Waste New Zealand Trust
Publisher: Zero Waste New Zealand Trust: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-01
- Energy Efficiency—A Guide to Current and Emerging Technologies Volume 1—Buildings and Transportation
Looks at factors that affect energy efficiency in domestic, commercial and industrial buildings and transport. Considers current energy use and options for increasing energy efficiency. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1996
Phone: (03) 364 2478
E-Mail:
- Energy Services Directory
A comprehensive database of energy related consultants, contractors and products. under ‘Database Search’ on the main menu Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Energy Watch
Newsletter of the Sustainable Energy Forum. Author: Sustainable Energy Forum
Publisher: SEF: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (04) 586 2003
E-Mail:
- EnergyWise Councils Initiative
The purpose of the programme is to have improved energy efficiency, energy conservation and enhanced renewable energy supply and use acknowledged as core goals and activities of local government. See ‘Government’ under ‘EnergyWise’ on the main menu Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: Launched 1997
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- EnergyWise Home Magazine (PDF)
Magazine offering energy saving tips and advice. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Enviromart
Free, confidential service that assists Wellington organisations find markets for unwanted materials that have traditionally gone to landfill or into the sewerage system. Author: Wellington Regional Environmental Agency
Publisher: Wellington City Council: Wellington
Phone: 0800 439 242 (0800 4EXCHANGE)
Postal Address: c/o Hutt City Council, Private Bag 31912, Lower Hutt - Getting more from less: A review of progress on energy Efficiency and renewable energy initiatives in New Zealand
A review of progress made with the implementation of energy-efficiency initiatives as a contribution to sustainable development in New Zealand. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-02
Phone: (04) 471 1669
E-Mail:
- Getting more from less: A review of progress on energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives in New Zealand—outcome evaluation
A review of progress towards the outcomes sought in Getting More From Less (2000). Author: ParliamentaryCommissionerfor theEnvironment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-08
Phone: (04) 471 1669
E-Mail:
- Green Consumer Guide
Advice and links primarily concerned with energy efficiency. Author: Environmental Defence Society nc
Publisher: EDS: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Green Office Guide
Online guide for businesses to improve their environmental performance. Wide range of advice and links to further information, from reducing waste, water and energy, environmental choices in equipment purchases, management issues and reporting. Also includes a "Green Pages" directory to environmental businesses and other organisations. Author: Auckland Environmental Business Network
Publisher: AEBN: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-04
Phone: (09) 817 2622
- Guide for Construction Waste Audits (PDF)
Step by step instruction on how to formally plan, set up, perform and analyse material wastes being generated from construction sites. Author: Paterson, C J
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: 1999
- How to Reduce Waste in Primary and Intermediate Schools (PDF)
A waste minimisation and recycling programme for primary and intermediate schools which includes recycling contacts, guide for undertaking an audit, what can be recycled from your school and how to go about it. Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: Updated regularly
Phone: Enviroline 0800 80 60 40 (AK only)
- Industry Guide to Zero Waste: towards zero waste and a sustainable New Zealand
A non-technical guide to show businesses how to capture the benefits of eliminating waste. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-08
Phone: (09) 488 7404
- lifeafterwaste (PDF)
Based on research where over 60 people representing a range of key sector groups were interviewed to gather information on current attitudes to waste, the adoption of new attitudes in the future and what actions and changes were required for a major shift in attitudes and actions to be achieved. Author: Waste Management Institute of New ealand
Publisher: WasteMINZ: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001
E-Mail:
- National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy Towards a sustainable energy future (PDF)
New Zealand’s first National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA, MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-09
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- National Zero Waste Pilot Project
A national Pilot Project with the aim of stimulating and supporting major waste reduction initiatives at local authority level. Author: Zero Waste New Zealand Trust
Publisher: Zero Waste New Zealand Trust: Auckland
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (09) 486 0734
E-Mail:
- New Zealand Recycling Directory 2001/2002
A guide to companies, organisations and operators involved in recycling and the recovered materials industry. Author: Recycling Operators of New Zealand
Publisher: RONZ: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
- New Zealand Waste Strategy, The
Information on how we can minimise and manage our waste. The Strategy covers solid, liquid and gaseous waste and recognises that moving towards zero waste and a sustainable New Zealand is a long-term challenge. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-03
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- New Zealand’s Renewable Energy Target (PDF)
This document sets out the Government’s decisions on the renewable energy target and mechanisms contained in NEECS. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-10
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Our Waste: Our Responsibility Towards Sustainable Waste Management in New Zealand
A set of guidelines for waste management to contribute to better management of wastes in New Zealand. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1992
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- Recycling for Kids
An interactive website for kids on recycling. Author: All Brite Group
Publisher: All Brite Group
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (06) 843 3103
E-Mail:
- Reducing Wastes fromBuilding Sites
Practical advice on how to be efficient with building materials. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999
Contact: BRANZ
Phone: 0800 80 80 85
- Reinventing the regulators: the role of regional councils in waste minimisation
A research report to help Environment Waikato make waste minimisation a reality. Presented at WasteMINZ 2001 Conference. Author: Brennan, S, Brodnax, R
Publisher: Environment Waikato and Opus International Consultants: Hamilton
Publication Date: 2001
E-Mail:
- Renewable Energy Directory
A comprehensive database on renewable energy related consultants, contractors and products and services. under ‘Database Search’ on the main menu Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Resource Efficiency in the Building and Related Industries (REBRI)
A New Zealand internet guide to reducing and diverting building material wastes from landfills. Author: Auckland Regional Council, Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: ARC, BRANZ: Auckland, Wellington
Publication Date: 1995
- Resource Stewardship: A Guide to Waste Minimisation Practice
Sector by sector analysis identifying best practice examples of waste minimisation and resource stewardship in New Zealand. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: In press
Contact: John Lumsden, Centre for Advanced Engineering
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- RMF
A trust set up by the Christchurch City Council to increase diversion of materials from the wastestream for reuse and recycling. Author: Recovered Materials Foundation
Publisher: RMF: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (03) 348 0595
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Energy Forum
Promotes the transition toward sustainable energy in New Zealand. The website provides links to SEF conferences, newsletter and submissions. Author: Sustainable Energy Forum
Publisher: SEF: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Sustainable Energy Forum Conference Papers
Papers from past conferences dating back to 1993. Author: Sustainable Energy Forum
Publisher: SEF: Wellington
Publication Date: 1993-2002
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Energy Options for New Zealand
Looks at current options for sustainable energy. It reviews the present state of energy sources, which can be used for heating, transport and industry—such as wind, solar, biomass, hydro, geothermal, tidal, wave and ocean thermal. Author: Redshaw, D, Dawber, K
Publisher: University of Otago Press: Dunedin
Publication Date: 1996
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- Target Zero
Target Zero is a resource efficiency/waste minimisation initiative working with Christchurch businesses to save money and reduce environmental impacts. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Teacher’s Resource Pack: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
A set of information sheets for teachers including 18 titles and index. Covers landfills, composting, waste minimisation, glass, metal, plastic and paper recycling. Available as either CD-ROM or PDF file. under ‘Education’ Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: Updated regularly
Phone: Enviroline 0800 80 60 40 (AK only)
- Threshold 2000 Can our cities become sustainable?
Proceedings of the 6th Conference of the Sustainable Energy Forum. Author: Mander, NK (Editor)
Publisher: SEF: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999-06
E-Mail:
- Waste Awareness Magazine
Features articles, reports, and opinions on various topics within the waste management field, both within New Zealand and internationally. Author: Waste Management Institute of New Zealand
Publisher: WasteMINZ: Auckland
Publication Date: Bi-monthly
E-Mail:
- Waste Exchange, The
Website providing a free database to help businesses swap and re-use their waste rather than dumping it in landfills. Author: Environment Waikato, Environment BOP
Publisher: Environment Waikato, Environment BOP: waikato, Bay of Plenty
Publication Date: Current
- Waste Minimisation Directory
Contains a list of businesses and organisations providing services for and/ or advice to businesses on resource efficiency and environmental issues. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Waste Minimisation In Construction Industry
Findings of the six-month pilot scale trial of construction waste minimisation opportunities in Christchurch City case study and their wider implications for waste minimisation. Author: Sinclair Knight Merz
Publisher: Sinclair Knight Merz
Publication Date: 2002-02
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- Waste Water News
Specific advice on wastewater issues. Author: Miller, D
Publisher: Dave Miller: Palmerston North
Publication Date: Current
- WasteMINZ
A non-profit organisation that was formed in 1989 to promote sustainable waste management practices for the benefit of all New Zealanders. Author: Waste Management Institute of New Zealand
Publisher: WasteMINZ: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
E-Mail:
- WasteMINZ Conference Papers
Papers from past conferences dating back to 1989. Author: Waste Management Institute of New Zealand
Publisher: WasteMINZ: Auckland
Publication Date: 1989 - 2001
E-Mail:
- Water New Zealand
A website providing links to news and opinion articles related to the New Zealand water industry. Also contains links to water utility and research organisations. Author: Law, G
Publisher: Law Associates Ltd
Publication Date: Current
- What’s in your waste? A resource for trade businesses
Information for businesses and regulators who want to know what types of waste are produced from different trade businesses, and the main ways these wastes can be disposed of. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-02
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Whose water is it? The sustainability of urban water systems on the Kapiti Coast
A report on water supply solutions that meet the public health needs of growing communities, support commercial development, and provide for the ecological health of the environment. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-05
Phone: (04) 471 1669
E-Mail:
- Zero Waste Activity Kit
Includes everything you need to plan a Zero Waste community event and make it a success. Free on GRRN’s website. Author: Eco-Cycle and GrassRoots recycling Network (GRRN)
Publisher: Eco-Cycle and GRRN: USA
Publication Date: Current
- Risk Management
- A Return to Health: Planning Quarterly, 2002-07-25/28
An address to the NZ Institute of Environmental Health on a re-convergence of environmental health and planning. Author: Dixon, J
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-07
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- Adapting to the impacts ofclimate change—What role for local government? (PDF)
Proceedings of a workshop organised by the Ministry for the Environment as part of the New Zealand Climate Change Programme held in Wellington, 2002-02-21. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE:Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-02
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- AS/NZS 4360:1999 Risk Management
Provides a generic guide for establishing and implementing the risk management process involving identification, analysis, assessment, treatment and continuous risk monitoring. Author: Standards New Zealand
Publisher: SNZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999
- Biosecurity Magazine
Informs and consults on MAF Biosecurity Authority’s complete biosecurity and animal welfare programmes. Author: Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Publisher: MAF: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (04) 474 4100
- Coping With Climate Change
Bulletin 414. Practical advice for mitigating and adapting New Zealand’s homes and offices for climate change. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-05
Phone: 0800 80 80 85
- Developing effective policies and plans for natural hazards under the ResourceManagement Act
Paper published in Proceedings of the Natural Hazards Management Workshop, Wellington, November 1994. It looks at the requirements for local/ regional authorities to develop plans to cope with natural hazards, as required by the RMA. Author: Foster, C
Publisher: Natural Hazards Management Workshop: Wellington
Publication Date: 1994-11
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- Easy Guide to Being a Climate-Friendly Kiwi (PDF)
A guide that offers New Zealand homeowners, small business owners and tenants the practical advice they need to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Author: Hargreaves, R
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-09
Phone: (04) 237 1170
E-Mail:
- Hazardous Waste Management
A report to progress the management of hazardous waste. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998-05
- Management of Hazardous Waste
A resource compiling specific information related to management of hazardous waste in New Zealand, as well as providing more general information. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2000-04
- New Zealand under siege: a review of the management of biosecurity risks to the environment
A review on the importance of New Zealand’s biosecurity in protecting key economic and environmental assets. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE:Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-11
Phone: (04) 471 1669
E-Mail:
- Owning the Future: Integrated Risk Management in Practice
Presents a mix of practical approaches, principles, ideas and examples for helping both organisations and practitioners increase their risk management skills and thus own their futures more effectively. Author: Elms, D (Editor)
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1998
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- Planning for Climate Change Effects on Coastal Margins (PDF)
An examination of the likely impacts of climate change and global warming in New Zealand’s coastal areas. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-09
E-Mail:
- Planning Healthy Communities: Planning Quarterly, 2002-07-23/24
Article looking at the relationship between planners and public health services. Author: Gaw, S, Pye, L, Sinclair, D
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-07
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- Separate Lives or Forgotten Ties: Planning Quarterly, 1998-03-07/09
Article exploring the interface between urban planning and emergency management. Author: Lindsay, J
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998-03
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- Wellington After the ‘Quake: The Challenge of Rebuilding Cities
Contains the proceedings of an international workshop held in Wellington in March 1995. The purpose of the conference was to answer the questions faced by everyone in authority when cities begin to recover following a disaster. Author: Centre for Advanced Engineering
Publisher: CAE: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1995-07
Phone: (03) 364 2478
- Social Aspects
- Becoming sustainable: the Māori experience
International Symposium of ISSRM on Application of Social Science to Resource Management in the Asia-Pacific Region. Author: Morrison, K, Smith, A
Publisher: Lincoln University: Canterbury
Publication Date: 1999
Contact: Lincoln University
Phone: (03) 325 2811
E-Mail:
- Creating a Sense of Place: Planning Quarterly, 2001-12-12/15
Article describing the ‘Glen Innes Tile Mosaic Project’. This project, which came out of the ‘Liveable Community Plan for Glen Innes’, created opportunities for local people to use their creative talents in order to celebrate the cultural diversity of the community. Author: Wong, D, Burt, S
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-12
E-Mail:
- CyberPlace Canterbury
An on-line resource site that hosts web pages on behalf of Canterbury community groups, trusts, services, government departments, aid organisations, protest groups, educational facilities, and environmental groups for the purposes of information dissemination, public profile, and networking. Author: Various community groups
Publisher: CyberPlace Canterbury: Christchurch
Publication Date: Current
- Guidelines for Environmental Education in New Zealand Schools
These guidelines focus on planning and implementing environmental education programmes as part of the New Zealand Curriculum Framework in primary and secondary schools. Author: Ministry of Education
Publisher: Learning Media Limited: Wellington
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (04) 463 8000
- I can do that
Want to do your bit? This brochure outlines what you can do to help the environment. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1995-06
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Iwi and local government interaction under the RMA: examples of good practice
Designed for resource management practitioners, this report provides examples of good practice and summarises key issues raised in interviews with individuals from local authorities and iwi. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-02
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Kaitiakitanga and Local Government: Tangata Whenua Participation in Environmental Management
Reviews progress made on tangata whenua involvement in RMA processes and identifies a number of areas for improvement, particularly in the areas of processes followed and relationships between iwi and councils. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
E-Mail:
- Protecting our native plants and animals: Communities in action
Information about protecting our native plants and animals on private land including three case studies. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-05
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Study of "Home" From a Social Scientific Perspective: an annotated bibliography Second Edition, The
A comprehensive bibliography centred around the concepts and places of home. Author: Perkins, H, Thorns, D, Winstanley, A, Newton, B
Publisher: University of Canterbury and Lincoln University: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2002-04
Contact: Harvey Perkins
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Households Project
Aims to help individual householders to make environmental choices in their daily lives that will reduce resource use and waste. Author: Taylor, R (Project Manager)
Publisher: Taylor, R: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: Rhys Taylor
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Households Project Materials
A complete set of the Sustainable Households Project materials (6 topics included). Author: Taylor, R (Project Manager)
Publisher: Rhys Taylor: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2002
Contact: Rhys Taylor
E-Mail:
- Talking constructively: A practical guide for building agreements between iwi, hapu and whanau, and local authorities
Designed to help iwi, hapu, whanau and councils prepare for all forms of joint discussion including mediation. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-05
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Te raranga a mahi: Developing environmental management plans for whanau, hapu and iwi
Designed to help whānau, hapū and iwi prepare environmental management plans (iwi management plans). The folder includes a toolkit, an outline of the process, a guide for preparation and a resource directory. Author: Wellington Tenth Trust, Te Runanga O Kai Tahu and Becca Carter Hollings and Ferner Ltd
Publisher: Sustainable Management Fund, MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-08
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Treaty of Waitangi Toolbox
A practical resource for the staff at the Council to use in their work. It contains useful information about the Treaty today, and serves as an example of how one major organisation applies the principles of the Treaty in the workplace. Author: Manukau City Council
Publisher: Manukau City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000
- Sustainable Building
- BBE Certificate in Ecological Building and Design
Aims to provide an introductory level course of study suitable for people from varying backgrounds who have an interest in the built environment and its effects on the health of people and the natural environment. Author: Building Biology and Ecology Institute
Publisher: BBE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (04) 801 8180
E-Mail:
- Better Building Code, The
A voluntary minimum environmental standard for commercial buildings, with appropriate tender clauses for each stage of construction. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000
Phone: (09) 839 0400
E-Mail:
- BUILD Magazine
A national magazine for all building and construction practitioners, covering a wide range of building related issues. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: Bi-monthly
Phone: 0800 80 80 65
E-Mail:
- Building Comfortable Homes
A partner publication to ‘Designing Comfortable Homes’, this book outlines the use of glass, mass and insulation for energy efficiency. Author: Cement and Concrete Association of New Zealand
Publisher: CCANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (04) 499 8820
- Building Green in New Zealand: Wood – a sustainable construction choice
Puts forward the reasons why wood is an ideal material to use for sustainable building in the built environment. Author: Forest Research
Publisher: Forest Research: Rotorua
Publication Date: In press
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- Changing face of New Zealand housing: New Zealand Environment, 8 Feb, 9-11, The
An article discussing the move towards more consolidated urban living. Author: Ledbury, M, Frisbie, L
Publisher: Landor Publishing: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (09) 366 1543
- Christchurch Energy Efficiency Show Home
Christchurch City Council purchased and developed a 40-year old house to show people what can be done economically to improve the space heating of a typical Christchurch house of that age. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2000-02
Contact: 10 Leander Street, Papanui, Christchurch Open 11am-6pm every day (except Wednesdays)
- Community-based Solutions for Sustainable Housing
Explores the way in which the community sector in New Zealand has sought to address housing issues through the development of new relationships between local government, central government agencies, community groups and people in need. Author: Saville-Smith, K, Thorns, D
Publisher: CRESA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: Kay Saville-Smith, CRESA
Phone: (04) 473 3071
- Comparison of Building Elements—Life Cycle Analysis
Set of 20 leaflets detailing the life cycle impacts of building materials, divided into application, e.g. wall cladding, floor covering, etc. Author: New Zealand Institute of Architects
Publisher: NZIA: Wellington
Publication Date: 1996
Phone: (09) 623 6080
E-Mail:
- Design For The Sun Volumes 1 and 2
Residential design guidelines to reduce energy use in buildings. Author: Pacific Energy Design Ltd
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 1994
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Designing Comfortable Homes
Outlines the principles that are important to designing a home, which is comfortable, in summer and in winter. Author: Cement and Concrete Association of New Zealand
Publisher: CCANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (04) 499 8820
- Developers’ design guide for residential subdivision and medium density housing
Provides guidelines for residential subdivision and medium density housing to help developers and residents understand the design principles that should be addressed. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998
Phone: (09) 839 0400
E-Mail:
- Development Guide Folder
The Development Guide Folder is divided into two parts: the Development Guide which covers the process for new developments, and four Design Guides (Urban, Rural, Site, and Architecture) which cover quality issues for building work. Author: Housing New Zealand Corporation
Publisher: HNZC: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- Earthsong Eco-Neighbourhood
New Zealand’s first sustainable eco-neighbourhood project, incorporating the principles of co-housing and permaculture. Author: Earthsong Eco-Neighbourhood
Publisher: Hosted by planet
Publication Date: Current: Stage 1 sold out; Stage 2 available for sale
- Easy Guide to Eco-Building (PDF)
An introduction to green building, highlighting important issues to consider and provides links to relevant New Zealand material. Author: Auckland Regional Council, Building Research Association of New Zealand, Hamilton City Council
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (04) 237 1170
E-Mail:
- Easy Guide Wall Planner
A poster showing what you can do to build a sustainable, eco-friendly building step by step. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (04) 237 1170
E-Mail:
- Eco building publications
24 booklets covering Building Biology and Ecology topics, from biological paints and surface treatments, to bioharmonic design, to ecocommunities and permaculture. Author: Building Biology and Ecology Institute
Publisher: BBE: Auckland and Wellington
Publication Date: Updated 2002
E-Mail:
- Eco-Friendly Home: an example of a sustainable, healthy and environmentally friendly home
A 16-page brochure outlining the concept behind, and the features of, the Eco-Home built by Waitakere Properties Ltd. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (09) 839 0400
E-Mail:
- EcoHouse Group
An internet gateway to the eco-building industry in New Zealand, and is designed to provide a directory of suppliers and trades people who are specifically involved in eco-building. Author: Pyle, T, Lawton, R
Publisher: EcoHouse Group: Hibiscus Coast
Publication Date: Current
- Environmental Designbook
A resource for the design industry and the public on ways to make new structures and products more environmentally friendly. Author: Design Publications
Publisher: Design Publications: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1993
Contact: Design Publications, PO Box 9018, Christchurch
- Evolving Design for Changing Values and Ways of Life
Paper presented at the IAPS14 International Association for People- Environment Studies, Stockholm. Author: Watson, CG
Publisher: C Watson Consultancy: Wellington
Publication Date: 1996-07
- Gib Living Solutions
Solutions to help specifiers, builders and homeowners achieve the interior environment they desire. Author: Winstone Wallboards Ltd
Publisher: Winstone Wallboards: Auckland
Publication Date: 1997-04
- Good Wood Guide
A listing of environmentally sensitive timber and wood products merchants and retailers. Includes the contents of the classic 1992 Good Wood Guide, with an information update, and results of the 1998 survey of timber suppliers and timber-related businesses. An excellent resource to read before purchasing timber. Author: Friends of the Earth
Publisher: Friends of the Earth and Wellington Rainforest Action Group
Publication Date: 1999
- Green Home Scheme, The
A procedure for auditing new houses, rating a range of environmental, health and safety issues, with certificates awarded for good designs. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997
Phone: (04) 237 1170
E-Mail:
- Heritage Housing in Dunedin: Planning Quarterly, 2001-06-12/13
Article discussing the challenge of retaining and encouraging the maintenance of heritage and character buildings as part of sustainable urban management. Author: Cape, M
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-06
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- Homes Without Barriers
Designing and adapting houses in a way that enables people with disabilities to really live in them. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
- House Insulation Guide
Comprehensive guidelines for installing insulation in New Zealand homes to improve energy efficiency, health and comfort. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand
Publisher: BRANZ: Wellington
Publication Date: 1995-05
- New Autonomous House: Design and Planning for Sustainability, The
Shows how homes could approach self-sufficiency on urban plots. It offers technical solutions to key issues such as super-insulation, thermal storage and water conservation. Author: Vale, B & R
Publisher: Thames and Hudson: UK
Publication Date: 2000-05
Contact: Available from booksellers
- New Perspectives on Māori Housing Solutions (PDF)
A design guide for Māori housing needs, to complement the Development Guide Folder. Author: Housing New Zealand Corporation
Publisher: HNZC: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- New Zealand Building Regulatory System: does it facilitate sustainable building?, The
Masters thesis, which investigates the use of building controls for encouraging sustainable building. Author: Benge, DC
Publisher: University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002
Contact: University of Auckland Library
E-Mail:
- Organic Building
A comprehensive New Zealand based website on sustainable building. Author: Cambridge, M
Publisher: Michael Cambridge
Publication Date: Current
E-Mail:
- Pacific Housing Design Guide (PDF)
Guidelines for designing Pacific housing solutions, to complement the Development Guide Folder. Author: Housing New Zealand Corporation
Publisher: HNZC: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- Passive Solar Design for New Zealand Homes (PDF)
An introduction to the principles of designing with the sun in mind. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-05
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Post Occupancy EvaluationEnabling People to Produce Better Buildings
Paper presented to the Australasian Evaluation Conference in Sydney, 1995. Author: Watson, CG, Beazley, NM, Joiner, DA
Publisher: C Watson Consultancy: Wellington
Publication Date: 1995
Contact: Chris Watson
Phone: 025 439 933
- Sanctuary Newsletter
Sanctuary is Ecodesign’s email newsletter containing stories, case studies, product reviews, and healthy home advice. Author: Winter, T, Groves, B
Publisher: Ecodesign: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Home Guidelines
A comprehensive guide for healthier and more sustainable residential building, renovating and living. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998
Phone: (09) 839 0400
E-Mail:
- Sustainable House: Living for our Future
The story of two householders who renovated their small inner-city Sydney family house to make it almost entirely self-sufficient in energy and water, with all sewage processed on site. Author: Mobbs, M
Publisher: University of Otago Press: Dunedin
Publication Date: 1998
E-Mail:
- Waitakere City Council Website on Building Sustainably
Website with relevant, useful information on sustainable building. Author: Waitakere City Council
Publisher: Waitakere City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
Phone: (09) 839 0400
E-Mail:
- Transport
- 14 Key Cycling Issues for Local Authorities
Guide to help local & regional authorities to plan for cycling. Author: Cycling Advocates Network of New Zealand
Publisher: CAN: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000
E-Mail:
- 7 Habits of Highly Efficient Drivers, The
A brochure giving practical driving tips on how to reduce fuel use. See "Efficient Motoring" under ‘Transport’ on the main menu Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Can European Cycleways be Adapted for use in Urban New Zealand?
Honours dissertation. Dunedin case studies. Author: Moynihan, L
Publisher: University of Otago: Dunedin
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: University of Otago Library
Phone: (03) 479 8916
- ChainLinks
Magazine newsletter of the NZ Cycling Advocates Network (CAN). Author: Cycling Advocates Network of New Zealand
Publisher: CAN: Wellington
Publication Date: Bi-monthly
- Christchurch City Council Green Easy Travel Plan, The
The aim of this Project is to introduce and promote more use of environmentally friendly modes of transport associated with the transport needs of a workplace. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: In progress
- EconoDrive
A comprehensive guide to help fleet managers choose the best vehicle for the task, maintain it effectively and get the most from a vehicle or fleet. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
- EECA Rideshare Software
EECA has produced a website-based software package to put car drivers and potential passengers in touch with each other by e-mail. See ‘Sustainable Transport Network’ under ‘Transport’ on the main menu Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Forgotten Transport Modes: Planning for the future, The (PDF)
Discussion of how to improve road planning and design for walking, cycling and public transport. Author: Wilke, A
Publisher: City Solutions Ltd: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1999-05
Phone: (03) 371 1350
E-Mail:
- Green Fleet
3-step programme run by the AEBN to help businesses and individuals to reduce vehicle pollution. Author: Auckland Environmental Business Network
Publisher: AEBN: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-09
Phone: (09) 817 2622
- Green Fleet Video
A 15-minute video with energy-efficient driving tips, a green buying guide for vehicles and a case study of a courier company ‘ greening’ its fleet. Author: Auckland Environmental Business Network, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: AEBN & EECA: Auckland, Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: EECA
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Health Effects Due to Motor Vehicle Air Pollution in New Zealand
Commissioned by the Ministry of Transport to assess the health effects due to air pollution from vehicles on the population of New Zealand. Author: Rolfe, K, Fisher, G
Publisher: MoT: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
- Indicators of Urban Transport Efficiency in New Zealand’s Main Cities
This analysis investigates in detail how New Zealand’s three main cities function in transport and land use terms compared to 46 other cities from throughout the world. Author: Bachels, M, Newman P, Kenworthy, J
Publisher: Murdoch University: Australia
Publication Date: 1999-03
Contact: Murdoch University Library
- Integrated Land Use and Transport policy package
A new planning policy to increase access to services and improve the choice of transport available. Potential for New Zealand application. Author: New South Wales Department of Urban Affairs and Planning
Publisher: Department of Urban Affairs and Planning: NSW, Australia
Publication Date: 2001
E-Mail:
- Intractable Problem or Attractive Opportunity: reducing urban transport energy use in New Zealand cities—an international comparison
Published in Solar ’98 "Creating the Right Climate" Proceedings of the 36th Annual Conference of the Australian and New Zealand Solar Energy Society pp 208-216. Author: Bachels, M, Newman, P, Kenworthy, J
Publisher: ANZSES: Wellington
Publication Date: 1998
Contact: ANZSES, PO Box 1140, Maroubra, NSW 2035, Australia
- Making Cycling Viable
Proceedings of the NZ Cycling Symposium 2000 ‘Making Cycling Viable’, held at Massey University, 2000-07-14/15. Author: Various
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Millennium Cities Database for Sustainable Transport, The
A comprehensive database of 100 developed and developing cities (including Wellington) and includes comparative data on urban land use, transport, economics and the environment of cities. Author: Kenworthy, J (Project Director)
Publisher: International Union of Public Transport: Brussels
Publication Date: 2001
Contact: Dr Kenworthy at Murdoch University, Perth
E-Mail:
- Ministry of Transport
Details of the Ministry’s areas of responsibility and interest, including access to briefing papers, policy statements and other publications. Author: Ministry of Transport
Publisher: MoT: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Mobility 2001: world mobility at the end of the twentieth century and its sustainability
Provides a global snapshot of mobility at the beginning of the 21st century and identifies major threats to the future of global mobility. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: Switzerland
Publication Date: 2001-08
- Natural hazard risk management for road networks Part 1, Risk management strategies
New Zealand research report, no. 217. Author: Brabhaharan, P, Fleming, M J, Lynch, R W
Publisher: Transfund: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
E-Mail:
- New Zealand Pedestrian Profile (PDF)
An overview of pedestrian activity and injury in New Zealand. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-11
- New Zealand Transport Strategy
This strategy recognises all modes and users of transport, those who provide transport, and those affected by transport. It responds directly to the broader social, economic and environmental needs of the country. Author: Ministry of Transport
Publisher: MoT: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-12
- NZ Cycling Conference 2001: transport for living
Proceedings of the Third NZ Cycling Conference, 2001-09-21/22, Christchurch. Author: Various
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001
- Optimisation of Transport and Urban Form to Minimise Pollution
Research project focused on producing systems by which transport sourced pollution (both air and noise) can be more effectively managed. Author: Opus International Consultants
Publisher: Opus International Consultants
Publication Date: 1998
E-Mail:
- Planning for and Promoting Cycling in Urban Areas
Symposium proceedings, University of Waikato, Hamilton, NZ, 1997. Author: Various
Publisher: University of Waikato: Hamilton
Publication Date: 1997
Contact: University of Waikato
Phone: (07) 838 4609
- Planning Guidelines to Support Alternative Transport Modes: WRPG 1: Passenger Transport Supportive Land Use and Urban Design Guidelines
The purpose of this document is to promote land-use planning and urban design measures which are supportive of passenger transport (public transport) as a viable alternative to the use of private motor vehicles for certain trips in the Wellington region. Author: Kingston Morrison Ltd
Publisher: WRC: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997-12
Contact: WRC Library
Phone: (04) 384 5708
- Planning Guidelines to Support Alternative Transport Modes: WRPG 2 Cycling Supportive Land Use and Urban Design Guidelines
The second in a set of four guideline documents supporting the use of passenger transport, cycling, pedestrian movement and the safe and efficient movement of freight through land use planning and urban design measures. Author: Kingston Morrison Ltd
Publisher: WRC: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997-12
Contact: WRC Library
Phone: (04) 384 5708
- Planning Guidelines to Support Alternative Transport Modes: WRPG 3 Land Use and Urban Design Guidelines to Support Safe and Convenient Pedestrian Movement
These Guidelines direct urban growth to locations where it will be most supportive of greater pedestrian activity. Author: Kingston Morrison Ltd
Publisher: WRC: Wellington
Publication Date: 1997-12
Contact: WRC Library
Phone: (04) 384 5708
- Recycling of materials for more sustainable road construction
New Zealand research report, no. 219. Author: Bailey, R, Dravitzki, V, Patrick, J E
Publisher: Transfund: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001
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- Road Transport Sector Energy Demand and CO2 Output; projections and analysis of reduction strategies
Commissioned by the Ministry of Transport. Sets out the development of the Vehicle Fleet Fuel Model, which provides a framework to model the relative effectiveness of different measures in reducing energy demand and carbon dioxide emissions from road transport. The report also includes a range of case studies to demonstrate the proportional effect of various measures. Author: Moncrieff, I, Duncan, J
Publisher: Fuels and Energy Management Group Ltd
Publication Date: 2000
- StreetWise Rangers
New walking school bus community initiative. Includes a comprehensive Walking School Bus kit. Author: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (04) 470 2200
- Sustainable City—Integrating the Urban ‘Transport and Land Use System’, The
Paper presented at the PECC Conference looking at the need to integrate transport and land use policies for producing sustainable cities. Author: Bachels, M, Kissling, C, Newman P, Peet, J
Publisher: PECC Conference: Manila
Publication Date: 1999-10
Phone: (03) 325 2811
E-Mail:
- Sustainable Transport Network Newsletter
An email newsletter providing an informal network of groups with a common interest in creating a more sustainable transport future for New Zealand. See "Sustainable Transport Network" under ‘Transport’ on the main menu Author: Watson, P (Editor)
Publisher: EECA: Wellington
Publication Date: Every 2 months
Phone: (04) 470 2228
- Systems approach to improving transportation sustainability
Focusses on the interactions between the social, institutional, physical and human factors that determine the safety, environmental, economic and social outcomes of transportation. Author: Transport Engineering Research New Zealand
Publisher: TERNZ: Auckland
Publication Date: In press
E-Mail:
- Transport of New Zealand: overview
This document provides an overview of transport and its current role in helping to address the country’s social, economic and environmental well-being. Author: Ministry of Transport
Publisher: MoT: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-04
- Vehicle Fleet Emissions Control Strategy
Designed to develop a rational and measured process for managing the impacts of vehicle emissions on local air quality based on New Zealand conditions. It is based on a range of studies conducted over the past six years. Author: Moncrieff, I
Publisher: Fuels and Energy Management Group Ltd
Publication Date: 1998
- Urban Design, Landscape, & Form
- Achieving Sustainable Urban Form
Develops an understanding of the relationships between urban form and sustainability through examining international research from a macro to micro scale. Author: Williams, K, Burton, E, Jenks, M (Editors)
Publisher: Oxford Brookes University: UK
Publication Date: 2000
Contact: Various libraries
- Applicability of Increased Density for Housing: a case study of the Auckland region
Master of Architecture thesis investigating the sustainable management of urban expansion for large urban centres. Author: Hoque, A
Publisher: School of Architecture, Auckland University: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000
Contact: Auckland University Library
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- Auckland between 1991 and 2001: Towards Sustainable Metropolitan Landscapes
Paper presented at the 8th IFLA Eastern Regional Congress: Urban Explosion in Asia. Author: Bogunovich, D
Publisher: IFLA: Hong Kong
Publication Date: 1996-12
Contact: Dushko Bugonovich, UNITEC
Phone: (09) 815 4321
- Auckland Regional Growth Strategy: 2050
Provides a vision for what Auckland could look like in 50 years time with a population of 2 million. It promotes quality compact urban environments. Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARGF: Auckland
Publication Date: 1999-11
Phone: Enviroline 0800 80 60 40 (AK only)
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- Building A Better Future
Case studies of medium density development, including community perceptions, design review, and its implications. Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARGF: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000-08
Phone: Enviroline 0800 80 60 40 (AK only)
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- Compact City A Sustainable Urban Form?, The
A background text to urban sustainability, in particular the relationship between urban form and sustainability – complete with a chapter on implementation. Author: Jenks, M, Burton, E, Williams, K (Editors)
Publisher: E & FN Spon: London
Publication Date: 1996
Contact: Various libraries
- Curbing the sprawl: Urban growth management in the United States—lessons for New Zealand
An account of the issues and trends in urban growth and management in the US and of their relevance to NZ. Author: Gow, L
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2000-04
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Design Opportunities
Discusses the design perspective behind the planning of central Christchurch. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (03) 941 8999
E-Mail:
- Enviro-classrooms A Design Guide for Schools
Designed to assist schools in making decisions when building or renovating school buildings. It contains informationon the issues that schools should consider when embarking on the design process. Author: Hamilton City Council
Publisher: HCC: Hamilton
Publication Date: 2002
Contact: Hamilton City Council
Phone: (07) 838 6685
- Good Solutions Guide (PDF)
A 24-page booklet, which provides non-statutory guidelines for property developers and their designers on best practice solutions and designs for intensive housing. Author: North Shore City Council
Publisher: North Shore City Council: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001
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- Heritage Guidelines booklets
Ten guideline booklets which cover a range of topics including adapting heritage buildings for changing needs, providing access for people with disabilities, and protection from earthquakes and fire. Author: Various
Publisher: New Zealand Historic Places Trust: Wellington
Publication Date: Volumes 1-3, 1992; Volumes 4-10, 2000
Phone: (04) 472 4341
E-Mail:
- Historic Auckland
Website advocating a future for Auckland’s heritage. Author: NZ Historic Places Trust (Auckland Branch)
Publisher: NZ Historic Places Trust: Auckland
Publication Date: Current
- Increasing Residential Densities: Planning Quarterly, 2001-06-16/18
Article providing insights into the issues behind various ‘urban consolidation’ schemes in Wellington. Author: Popova, D, Aburn, A
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-06
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- Issues in Medium density Housing: Planning Quarterly, 2001-06-09/11
Article reviewing the tension between providing for housing intensification and urban amenity, and body corporates and their management. Author: Dixon, J, Dupuis, A, Lysnar, P
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-06
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- Large Buildings in Lower Density Living Zones
Provides owners, designers and developers with a checklist of considerations when proposing a larger than average building in a lower density living zone. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (03) 941 8999
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- Low impact design manual for the Auckland region
A leading edge guideline on low impact development practice. Author: Auckland Regional Council
Publisher: ARC: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000
E-Mail:
- Managing Change in Paradise Sustainable Development in Peri-urban Areas (PDF)
An investigation of the environmental planning and management systems for ensuring the sustainable development of peri-urban areas. Author: Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment
Publisher: PCE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (04) 471 1669
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- Managing Coastal Development in an Urban Area: Planning Quarterly, 2000-12-08/10
Article looking at the development of North Shore City’s Coastal Controls. Author: Coombes, K
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 2000-12
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- Managing Noise: Planning Quarterly, 1999-12-16/17
Article addressing the concerns of increasing noise nuisance issues in the face of urban intensification. Author: Kingett Mitchell & Associates
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 1999-12
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- New Housing in Living 3 Zones
Provides landowners, designers and developers with a checklist when proposing a new housing development in a Living 3 zone—a medium density residential development in Christchurch City. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 1999
Phone: (03) 941 8999
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- New Housing in Living 4 Zones
Provides landowners, designers and developers with a checklist when proposing a new housing development in a Living 4 zone—a medium density residential environment in the City. Author: Christchurch City Council
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (03) 941 8999
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- People, Places, Spaces: a design guide for urban New Zealand
Outlines both urban design and process principles to achieve good urban outcomes and support sustainable development. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002
Phone: (04) 917 7493
E-Mail:
- Peripheral Urban Growth: Planning Quarterly, 1997-03-20/24
Article providing a perspective on urban growth, based on experience with the issue in Christchurch. Author: Nixon, RC
Publisher: NZPI: Auckland
Publication Date: 1997-03
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- Residential Design Guide for Developments in Residential Zones in Strategic Growth Management Areas, The
A design guide in response to concerns expressed by the community that future growth, through intensification, will lead to a loss of neighbourhood amenity. Author: Auckland City Council
Publisher: ACC: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-09
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- Room for a View: three visions for the future urban environment in Australasia
A visualisation of three future scenarios for the built environment in 10-15 years time. Author: Bates, S, Bayne, K, Killerby, S
Publisher: Forest Research: Rotorua
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: 0800 737 327
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- Smart Growth
An introduction to Smart Growth, including the critical success factors for Smart Growth in the NZ context. Author: Building Research Association of New Zealand, Fletcher Challenge, and Forest Research
Publisher: BRANZ: Judgeford, Wellington
Publication Date: 2000
Phone: (04) 237 1170
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- Towards More Sustainable Settlements Project
A project focused on sustainable settlement, urban form, and transport systems. Author: Ministry of Transport
Publisher: MoT: Wellington
Publication Date: In progress
Contact: Shad Rolleston, Ministry of Transport
Phone: (04) 472 1253
- Urban Economics
- Business Good Environmental Practice Guide
A series of tips for good environmental practice for New Zealand businesses. Author: Environmental Defence S ciety
Publisher: EDS: Wellington
Publication Date: 2002-08
- Business Guide to Sustainable Development Reporting: making a difference for a sustainable New Zealand (PDF)
This document provides an overall approach to deliver improvements in an organisation’s economic, environmental and social performance. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-10
Phone: (09) 488 7404
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- Business Opportunities and Global Climate Change (PDF)
Describes 32 potential business opportunities that six participating companies identified within their operations, within the context of a carbon-constrained economy. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-06
Phone: (09) 488 7404
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- BusinessCare National Sustainable Business Programme
Portal for cleaner production information, resources, case studies and contacts from a variety of sources. Author: BusinessCare National Co-ordinator
Publisher: BusinessCare National Trust: Wellington
Publication Date: Current
- Challenge of greenhouse gas emissions The "why" and "how" of accounting and reporting for GHG emissions, The (PDF)
A guide for organisations to account, calculate and report on their greenhouse gas emissions. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2002-08
Phone: (09) 488 7404
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- Corporate social responsibility: making good business sense (PDF)
This document offers insight into how CSR is interpreted in different regions and offers some practical tools that companies everywhere can use to make CSR a reality. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: witzerland
Publication Date: 2000-01
- EBEX21
EBEX21 (Emissions Biodiversity Exchange) is a project, which helps businesses to improve their performance by assessing their energy use and emissions. Support is also available for developing emissions reduction and energy efficiency strategies. Author: Landcare Research
Publisher: Landcare Research
Publication Date: 2001
Phone: (03) 325 6700
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- Eco-efficiency: creating more value with less impact (PDF)
This report is an essential compendium of information and a reference source for all those wishing to understand eco-efficiency. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: Switzerland
Publication Date: 2000-10
- Environment management handbook for small industry
Enables individual industry operators to voluntarily assess their environmentalperformance and to recognise the economic and environmental benefits of environmental management. Author: Works Environmental Management
Publisher: New Zealand Manufacturers’ Federation: Wellington
Publication Date: 1993
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- Filling in the Gaps—Options for Developing Social and Ethical Reporting in a Triple Bottom Line Framework
A report that looks specifically at the social dimension of triple bottom line reporting. Author: Davenport, Eand Low, W
Publisher: Social Audit New Zealand: Westport
Publication Date: 2001-07
Phone: (03) 789 6477
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- Greenhouse Gas Protocol: a corporate accounting and reporting standard, The (PDF)
Provides businesses with standards to account and report on the greenhouse gas emissions. It offers practical guidance to help companies understand, calculate and manage their greenhouse gas emissions. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: Switzerland
Publication Date: 2001-09
- Infrastructure investment and regional development: theory and evidence
Surveys the theoretical and empirical literature on interregional, sectoral, and social development with respect to the availability of infrastructure. Author: Guild, RL
Publisher: Department of Planning, University of Auckland: Auckland
Publication Date: 1998
- Measuring eco-efficiency: a guide to reporting company performance (PDF)
Offers companies advice on how to select, use and report on eco-efficiency indicators, thereby helping them measure their progress towards sustainability. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: Switzerland
Publication Date: 2000-06
- Natural Step NZ newsletter, The
Regular updates on TNS New Zealand events and activities, including profiles of companies and individuals involved in TNS, plus reports on TNS internationally. Author: The Natural Step NZ Foundation
Publisher: TNS: Canterbury
Publication Date: Quarterly
- Natural Step, The
General information brochure on The Natural Step model for sustainability. Author: The Natural Step NZ Foundation
Publisher: TNS: Canterbury
Publication Date: 2000
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- NZBCSD Sustainable Development Reporting Guide for New Zealand Business, The
A guide for New Zealand companies wishing to adopt sustainable development reporting practices. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (09) 488 7404
E-Mail:
- NZBCSD Sustainable Development Reporting: Case Studies
Case studies of eight New Zealand companies and their move towards sustainable development reporting. Author: New Zealand Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: NZBCSD: Auckland
Publication Date: 2001-06
Phone: (09) 488 7404
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- Profit, People, Planet Policy issues and options around triple bottpm line reporting (PDF)
This report examines how government, in partnership with others, can encourage enterprises, central and local government bodies and other organisations to take up bottom line reporting. Author: Goldberg, E
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-02
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Redesigning Resources Project
Redesigning Resources is a project undertaken by seven New Zealand (and one Australian) companies, with the goal of sustainable development. Author: Prain, M (Chair of Management Group)
Publisher: Redesigning Resources: Christchurch
Publication Date: Since 2000
- Stocktake of local government/private sector/ NGO activities in support of environmentally sustainable business initiatives
Report listing activities in support of environmentally sustainable business initiatives by local government, the private sector and NGOs. Author: Goldberg, E
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-02
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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- Sustainability though the market: 7 keys to success (PDF)
Outlines how sustainability can be achieved using market forces, and uses 30 case studies as examples. Author: World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Publisher: WBCSD: Switzerland
Publication Date: 2001-04
- Triple Bottom Line Reporting Project
A Christchurch City Council Project for preparing a Triple Bottom Line Annual Plan. Author: Melton, P (Project Manager)
Publisher: CCC: Christchurch
Publication Date: 2002
Contact: Eric Park, CCC
Phone: (03) 371 1290
- Valuing New Zealand’s clean green image
An estimate of the extent to which particular New Zealand exports benefit from positive perceptions about our environment. Author: Ministry for the Environment
Publisher: MfE: Wellington
Publication Date: 2001-08
Phone: (04) 917 7493
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The original information in this database was prepared for the ministry for the Environment’s Sustainable Management Fund by Rachel Hargreaves (BRANZ) and Kathryn Davies (UNITEC), we would like to thank them for permission to use it.
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