The use of synthetic nitrogen fertilisers on land is linked to lowered water quality in rivers, streams, and groundwater. This fertiliser use, and the more intensive land use it allows, needs
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/synthetic-nitrogen-capThe effects of climate change and management of greenhouse gases are likely to have impacts on air quality in Waitaha Canterbury. Here are the current issues associated with the relationship between
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/air/managing-greenhouse-gas-emissionsApply for a code compliance certificate as soon as you can after your building work is complete. A code compliance certificate states that: the consented building work has been completed per
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/building-consent-for-large-dams/applying-for-a-code-compliance-certificateOur 2024 Youth Rōpū has seen a bit of a refresh, with 11 of its 19 members new this year. Spanning ages from 14 to 22, and spread from Timaru to Culverden, the majority of Rōpū members are students...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/youth-ropu-set-their-priorities-for-the-yearAs the regional environmental regulator, we are responsible for monitoring and regulating stormwater quantity and quality. It’s our job to set and enforce standards and undertake monitoring to make
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/water/stormwater/who-manages-our-stormwaterNorth Solar Farm Ltd has applied to Mackenzie District Council and Environment Canterbury for resource consents to construct and operate a solar array over 670ha of land within the 968ha property
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/do-it-online/resource-consents/notifications-and-submissions/far-north-solar-farm-ltdCanterbury’s braided rivers are vital ecological corridors that connect the mountains to the sea, providing essential habitats for native biodiversity. They have significant cultural importance
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biodiversity/braided-rivers/importance-of-braided-riversBiosecurity in Waitaha Canterbury is focused on protecting our region’s economy, cultural values, health, production, recreational spaces and indigenous biodiversity from pests and invasive organisms...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/biodiversity-and-biosecurity/biosecurity/how-we-deliver-our-biosecurity-work