As of November 2023, 2,349 local governments in 40 countries including Aotearoa have declared a climate emergency.
In 2021, the UN launched the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration because nature-based solutions must triple by 2030 to counter the dual climate and environmental crises.
But at COP 28 commencing 30 November 2023, the host country, United Arab Emirates, plans to use climate talks to make oil and gas deals with at least 27 countries.
Our goal: help everyone protect and restore our natural ecosystems so that we can all adapt and thrive in a changing climate
“It’s time to be on the right side of history.” – Dr Rod Carr; Chair Climate Change Commission
The story of climate change:
Native ecosystems, te taiao, are essential in helping us mitigate and adapt to climate change:
“The time is now, Ināia tonu nei, to lead the change we want to see and to remain steadfast to the values that underpin our nationhood—values like whanaungatanga kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga.” – Climate Change Commission
What we’re doing to restore our native ecosystems, te manu o te taiao, and tackle climate change. Every project, big and small, includes resources to help you become climate resilient:
We would love to share what you’re doing in ‘your places’ too, please contact: [email protected].