Poutu dam on the Tongariro Power scheme. Numerous rivers have been diverted for this scheme (R. Glennie) In this two part series, I look at what I consider to be an environmental emergency facing this country. It comes as the existing Government all but declares open war on one of New Zealand's biggest assets. The … Continue reading The environmental emergency facing New Zealand: Part 1
The case for protecting New Zealand’s environment
Twizel landfill - an example of waste infrastructure in rural N.Z. (R. Glennie) You have probably seen the adverts promoting 100% Pure New Zealand. Nice glossy adverts with somewhere like Milford Sound on a clear day with Mitre Peak reflecting nicely in the water. They look great and are certainly effective at drawing people in. … Continue reading The case for protecting New Zealand’s environment