Climate Resilience
Bringing together science, mātauranga Māori, and community knowledge, the Climate Resilience Programme supports local climate planning, adaptation projects, and hands-on action.
About
Climate change is already affecting the Waikato through more frequent flooding, longer dry periods, stronger storms, and increasing pressure on food, water, and energy systems. This programme supports Waikato communities, organisations, and small businesses to understand climate risks, reduce emissions, and prepare for change in practical, locally grounded ways.
Bringing together science, mātauranga Māori, and community knowledge, the Climate Resilience Programme supports local climate planning, adaptation projects, and hands-on action. We work alongside hapū, community groups, councils, and local organisations to build responses that reflect local priorities and strengthen resilience where it is needed most.
Dedicated climate advisors are a core part of this kaupapa. They work directly with organisations to identify emissions reduction opportunities and support the development of realistic, achievable climate plans. This includes guidance on energy, waste, transport, food systems, and operational changes that reduce emissions while building long-term resilience. This is practical, collaborative climate action — designed to support every hub across the Waikato to respond with confidence and care.
Why it matters
Climate change is not a future issue — it is already shaping life in the Waikato. Communities are facing increased flooding, rising energy costs, pressure on food systems, and greater risk to homes, infrastructure, and ecosystems. Supporting locally led, practical climate action helps reduce these risks, protect what matters, and ensure communities have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to adapt and thrive in a changing climate.
What you can do
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Join local climate resilience workshops
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Support community adaptation planning
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Reduce waste and emissions at home
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Grow kai and strengthen food security
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Support mana whenua‑led climate initiatives
Together, we can create a Waikato where people, ecosystems, and future generations are protected — and where climate action is something we do with each other, not alone.
