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Greenpeace calls on Government to halve the dairy herd
Greenpeace Aotearoa has launched a petition calling on the Government to halve the dairy herd, saying that cow numbers are too high for rivers, the climate and people’s health to sustain.
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How oceans play a key role in the fight against climate change
Oceans are crucial to keep the planet alive. Not only are they the source of food and work for millions of people but they also are essential to weather control, and without them, life on this planet would be impossible.
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6 reasons why nuclear energy is not the way to a green and peaceful world
Nuclear power is often hailed as a magic bullet solution for the rapid and large-scale decarbonisation of our societies which we all know needs to happen if we have any hope of mitigating the worst effects of the unfolding climate emergency.
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People around the world declare ‘No War’ in solidarity with Ukraine
People around the world have taken to the streets to say — in many languages, but one collective voice — “No War” in response to Russian president Vladimir Putin’s unlawful,…
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Watch: Why are we still bottom trawling seamounts?
We’ve come together with Karli Thomas from Deep Sea Conservation Coalition, marine scientist Kat Goddard, and presenter Mandy Kupenga (Get Your Fish On) to launch an important message to ban…
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Russia Sanctions by New Zealand off to a limp start
The New Zealand Government has announced its first set of sanctions in response to Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine but Greenpeace says they have missed the most obvious target.
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Two thirds of tested rural bore water above cancer risk limit for nitrate
68% of bore water samples received were over the 0.87 mg/L limit linked to bowel cancer in a 2018 Danish study.
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Watch: Cancer Water – The nitrate contamination of rural water supplies in Aotearoa New Zealand
Watch: Cancer Water - The nitrate contamination of rural water supplies in Aotearoa New Zealand
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Briefing Paper – Phasing out synthetic nitrogen fertiliser
The New Zealand Government brought in a cap on synthetic nitrogen fertiliser (synthetic fertiliser) as part of the 2020 freshwater reforms. During the consultation period Greenpeace submitted in support of a full phase-out of synthetic fertiliser, along with thousands of New Zealanders. The following briefing makes the case for a full phase-out and includes
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Comprehensive container return scheme needed to address plastic waste crisis
Greenpeace Aotearoa is welcoming the Government’s announcement of an overhaul of recycling systems to address New Zealand’s astronomical plastic waste issue. On Sunday, the Government announced new proposals aimed to…
