An environmental plan is crucial for iwi Māori as it aligns with our cultural values, guardianship (kaitiakitanga), and deep connection to our land (whenua). For iwi Māori, the environment is not just a resource but a taonga (treasure) that holds spiritual, cultural, and ancestral significance. Developing an environmental plan allows iwi to protect and restore ecosystems, ensuring sustainability for future generations.
 
An environmental strategy also enables iwi Māori to actively participate in resource management, in line with their rights under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Treaty of Waitangi. It also supports Māori-driven solutions to challenges like climate change, pollution, and habitat loss.
 
By incorporating traditional knowledge, our Matauranga Māori alongside modern scientific methods, environmental plans serve as holistic frameworks that reflect iwi values, empower local communities, and enhance biodiversity protection.
 
In addition, environmental plans strengthen iwi autonomy in decision-making processes regarding land use, water rights, and conservation projects. Such plans ensure that iwi priorities are respected in national and local governance, helping to balance development with ecological health, and fostering resilience in the face of environmental changes that impact Māori livelihoods and cultural practices.
 
By purchasing this product, you are paying the cost of a one hour consultation appointment with our Senior Environmental Consult and Director. Within this appointment, he will capture the needs of your organisation, draft a plan and develop a document to help you achieve your goals and the goals of your collective. He will continue to consult with you during the development of your strategy and the price will capped within the price range of $600 - $1280 (gst exclusive) from start to finish.
 
This does not include implementing your strategy, it includes the production of your strategy and the document.
 
The cost paid to book this consultation will be deducted off the final document cost to produce your environmental plan.