Ministry for the Environment
@environment.govt.nz
We are the Government’s primary adviser on environmental matters. We also have a stewardship role. This involves taking a long-term perspective on environmental issues when making decisions.
Ministry for the Environment's Company Logos
Ministry for the Environment's Brand Colors
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#1C566D
Blumine
28, 86, 109
197, 59, 27
74, 21, 0, 57
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Hawkes Blue
218, 233, 253
214, 90, 92
14, 8, 0, 1
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Persian Green
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100, 0, 16, 35
About Ministry for the Environment
Ministry for the Environment | Manatū mō te Taiao is the Government's primary adviser on environmental matters in New Zealand. With a purpose of creating a flourishing environment for every generation, they focus on long-term perspectives and consider intrinsic values of ecosystems, the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, and the needs of future generations. Their work encompasses legislative and regulatory change, policy implementation, organizational development, partnerships and engagement, investment and funding, environmental reporting, and governance and leadership.
They provide policy advice to support the Government's legislative and regulatory agenda, while also emphasizing the implementation of government policies and supporting positive action by local communities. They administer funds for various environmental projects and initiatives, including freshwater, waste, contaminated sites, community environment projects, and the Jobs for Nature program. Through their environmental reporting, they track the impact of New Zealand's way of life on the environment, providing data and evidence that inform decision making for a sustainable environment, economy, and society.
Ministry for the Environment | Manatū mō te Taiao plays a crucial role as the Crown monitoring agency for the Climate Change Commission and Environmental Protection Authority, providing independent advice and managing board member appointments. Their commitment to a flourishing environment for all generations is reflected in their statement of intent, which outlines their plans, stewardship role, and performance measurement. For more information, news, consultations, and publications, visit their official website.
Contact them at 0800 499 700 or via email at info@mfe. govt. nz for general inquiries, and for media inquiries, contact 027 231 6930.
Ministry for the Environment | Manatū mō te Taiao is dedicated to ensuring the future wellbeing of land and people in New Zealand and values the role of tangata whenua in creating a sustainable environment
Company type
Government Agency
Year founded
1986
Company size
501-1000 employees
