... it can continue to source water from its community supply well. Once the fire is out, and as soon as it is safe to do so, the waste will be removed and the top layer of soil (where the possible...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2018/environment-canterbury-leads-clean-up-of-tyre-fireSoils are a fundamental part of all land-based ecosystems. They buffer and purify water, regulate optimum growing temperatures for diverse plant species, cycle nutrients, filter contaminants, provide
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/land/soil-health... for waste disposal to land. “This is what we’d expect to find in a predominantly rural district and is consistent with what’s been found elsewhere in Canterbury – having done this already in Hurunui...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/lower-waitaki/historical-sheep-dips-found-in-waimateSome types of farming activity – or farming activities in areas with sensitive receiving environments – bring higher environmental risk. Our regional and subregional plans have defined which
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-plans-and-consenting/farming-land-use-consent..., ideally onto grass or into the garden, using tools like sandbags. Other ways to protect stormwater When you’re at home: Put garden waste in your green bin or your home compost
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2026/how-to-wash-your-car-without-polluting-stormwater... years before the family finally figured out the kids were playing in a waste disposal field near their playground. It can take people a long time to realise something is wrong.” Onsite wastewater can...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/when-was-your-septic-tank-last-checkedHere you can find information on our current river maintenance works we are undertaking across the region through targeted rates from river rating districts. This includes operational tasks
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/flood-protection-and-community-resilience/current-works...;is part of a set of initiatives to help solve the waste tyre problem in New Zealand and create a circular economy for tyres. The key initiative planned is regulated product stewardship
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/waste-and-hazardous-substances/outdoor-tyre-storage