Sustainability is becoming increasingly important to the community – so what is Greater Wellington doing?

• Helping our community to measure and reduce their emissions through the Communities for Climate Change Protection – New Zealand programme
• Leading programmes within Greater Wellington and other organisations that encourage walking, cycling, carpooling or using public transport
• Promoting and investing in the region’s public transport network
• Helping community groups to look after their local environment
• Coordinating tree planting days (trees absorb carbon dioxide – a greenhouse gas)
• Supporting young people to take responsibility for the environment through the Take Action for Air and Take Action for Water school programmes
• Supporting programmes that encourage businesses and households to be sustainable and reduce emissions
• Investing in flood protection as changing weather patterns may increase flooding
• Offering assistance for clean heat and home insulation upgrades