Te Atakura
Our 2021 Update included a science-based target of a 57% reduction in emissions between 2020 and 2030. Our 2022 Update showed good progress on the plan and highlighted the need for urgent
What we''re doing about climate change
Reduce city''s gross emissions by 57% by 2030, and become net zero by 2050. Reduce the Council emissions to become net zero by 2050. Support Wellington City to adapt to the impacts of climate
Climate change
Greater Wellington has set new targets to reduce our organisational emissions: These are aligned with the Paris Agreement goal to limit warming to 1.5°C. We''re also stepping up our work
Wellington City Council (WCC) is taking action with its Te Atakura
Between 2020 and 2022, total gross emissions in Wellington decreased by 9% from 939,309 tCO2e to 853,513 tCO2e. Transport, the largest emitting sector in Wellington, decreased emissions by 13%
Sustainability Initiatives in Wellington | ZEN Energy
Discover Wellington''s top sustainability initiatives, from emissions reduction to biodiversity conservation, and how solar energy supports a greener future.
Bike projects help cut Wellington''s emissions
Two innovative projects are helping Wellington City reduce carbon emissions by expanding access to bikes for children, low-income households, businesses, and riders with disabilities.
Regional Emissions Reduction Plan 2024-2030 | Wellington Regional
It will identify the key shifts and priority actions that need to happen at a regional level to reduce carbon emissions. All voices in the region are important when planning how we reduce pollution in a
Aotearoa New Zealand''s first emissions reduction plan
New technologies will allow Aotearoa to reduce emissions, increase productivity and improve living standards for all. Low-emissions technologies are
How we track our city emissions
Wellington''s gross emissions reduced by 1.6% between 2019/2020 and 2023/2024. In the 20 years before that, gross emissions reduced by 8%, even while the population grew 24%.
First to Zero climate action plan
Wellington City Councillors declare a climate and ecological emergency and adopt the Te Atakura – First to Zero blueprint. The blueprint sets Wellington''s ambition
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