Climate
What is Climate change?
Climate change describes a change in the average conditions — such as temperature and rainfall — in a region over a long period of time. With temperatures rising we are seeing more natural hazards occuring such as drought, bushfires, flooding and storms with greater frequency and intensity. Rainfall patterns are shifting, glaciers and snow are melting and the global mean sea level is rising.
With these changes comes an increased risk of physical, economic and health hazards. But by decarbonising our econmies and daily lives we can limit the warming and transition to a more sustainable, healthier
For further reading, here are some helpful links:
https://environment.govt.nz/facts-and-science/climate-change/
Learn about the challenges of Climate change specific to Kaipara →
Climate and Kaipara: What’s happening in our rohe?
What is happening in Kaipara to prepare our communities for a changing climate? Learn more about the projects and planning here.
Rising to the challenge: climate conversations
Rising to the Challenge is a selection of conversations about climate with people in regards to our Kaipara rohe.