Sustainability
Rotorua District Council (RDC) is seeking a more co-ordinated and corporate-wide approach to environmental management, energy management and sustainable development, to ensure these become a central part of RDC’s operations.
The aim is to lead by example and “walk the talk” before promoting increased sustainability amongst Rotorua communities.
RDC’s initiative in this area has been recognised through the Not-For-Profit Trailblazer Award at the 2008 Bay of Plenty Sustainable Business Awards.
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Chief Executive Peter Guerin, Business Manager Kerry Starling and Director, Environmental Services Nigel Wharton with the Not-For-Profit Trailblazer Award received at the 2008 Bay of Plenty Sustainable Business Awards. |
What we're doing:
Some examples of what the Council is doing in terms of sustainable development are provided below.
Links to some interesting sustainability themed videos:
Climate change is a serious threat to long-term community viability. It has potential to have major effects on Rotorua’s weather.
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Focus is on reducing Council’s energy usage and expenditure, which is a significant, yet manageable overhead.
More infoCouncil is a member of the Sustainable Business Network (SBN) which runs the Get Sustainable Challenge.
More infoThe State of Environment Report 2007 is a snapshot of our environment for the period 2002–2007
More infoA selection of newsworthy items and helpful advice with a sustainability theme.
More infoA Corporate Sustainability Policy and Action Plans was adopted by Council in December 2008.
More infoThe Rotorua Transport Demand Management strategy was adopted by Council in 2008.
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