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Environmental Defence Society
EDS speaks for the environment. It has influence.
Since 1971, EDS has been driving environmental protection in Aotearoa New Zealand
through law and policy change. That's why it's one of this country's most influential non-
profit organisations when it comes to achieving better environmental outcomes.
EDS has expertise in key disciplines including law, planning, landscape and science. It
operates as a policy think-tank, a litigation advocate, and a collaborator – bringing together
the private and public sectors for constructive engagement.
EDS runs conferences and seminars on topical issues, including an annual Environmental
Summit and the Climate Change and Business Conference.
EDS is a registered charity and donations to it are tax-deductible.
Environmental Defence Society - Latest News [Page 17]
EDS welcomes Hauraki Gulf ‘Sea Change’ initiative
Tuesday, 10 September 2013, 5:20 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Hauraki Gulf marine spatial plan initiative, known as ‘Sea Change’, was officially launched last night. A collaborative plan will be developed over the next two years with the aim of protecting the health, productivity and sustainability of the Hauraki ... More >>
Maui’s dolphin proposal needs strengthening
Friday, 6 September 2013, 5:20 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Minister of Conservation, Nick Smith, today released a new proposal for greater protection of the Maui’s dolphin off the Taranaki coast. More >>
EDS still concerned about Resource Management Act reforms
Tuesday, 3 September 2013, 9:19 am | Environmental Defence Society
“While a number of the recently announced reforms to the Resource Management Act have merit, EDS remains concerned that some of the proposals will have the effect of lowering environmental standards in New Zealand,” said EDS Policy Director Raewyn ... More >>
Consultation on EEZ regulations questioned
Friday, 30 August 2013, 10:53 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society is concerned that the Minister for the Environment is not undertaking meaningful consultation on proposed regulations for exploratory oil and gas drilling. More >>
Auckland Council not standing up for trees
Thursday, 29 August 2013, 1:56 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society is disappointed that the re-drafted Auckland Unitary Plan, which is before the Auckland Plan Committee this week, fails to stand up for trees. More >>
EDS concerned that snapper proposals fail to rebuild stock
Friday, 23 August 2013, 2:41 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has lodged a submission on the Ministry for Primary Industries proposed management controls for snapper stocks in the East Northland, Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Plenty areas. More >>
EDS to file further proceedings regarding King Salmon
Wednesday, 21 August 2013, 12:05 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has announced that it will be filing proceedings in the Supreme Court seeking to overturn a recent High Court decision regarding King Salmon’s proposals for two salmon farms in the outer Marlborough Sounds. More >>
Government’s announcement on RMA reforms are troubling
Saturday, 10 August 2013, 11:56 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society is disappointed by today’s announcement by Environment Minister Amy Adams that the Government will proceed with radical changes to Part 2 of the Resource Management Act. More >>
Government’s announcement on RMA reforms expected tomorrow
Friday, 9 August 2013, 3:42 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society is expecting really bad news for the environment from tomorrow’s National Party Conference. More >>
King Salmon High Court decision disappoints
Friday, 9 August 2013, 2:11 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has expressed disappointment at the decision of the High Court on King Salmon. The decision went against both the Save our Sounds and EDS appeals. More >>
EDS conference endorses establishment of an Oceans Forum
Thursday, 8 August 2013, 4:53 pm | Environmental Defence Society
In the concluding session of the annual EDS Conference, participants informally endorsed the idea of setting up an Oceans Forum. More >>
EDS welcomes appointment of new Director-General
Wednesday, 7 August 2013, 12:39 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Chairman of the Environmental Defence Society, Gary Taylor, has welcomed the appointment today by the State Services Commission of a new Director-General of Conservation. More >>
Resource Management Reform Bill bad for trees
Wednesday, 31 July 2013, 5:25 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society is urging regional and district councils to urgently consider the implications of the Resource Management Reform Bill on their indigenous biodiversity functions. More >>
EDS congratulates Minister on tunnel decision
Wednesday, 17 July 2013, 4:36 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society congratulates the Minister of Conservation, Hon Dr Nick Smith, for refusing consent to the proposed Milford – Dart tunnel project. More >>
EDS supports Consensus Building Group Report
Tuesday, 16 July 2013, 9:39 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Chairman of the Environmental Defence Society, Gary Taylor, is a member of the Consensus Building Group (CBG) on Auckland’s transport funding. The Group’s report was released yesterday (Monday 15 July). More >>
EDS welcomes first stage of freshwater action plan
Wednesday, 10 July 2013, 3:28 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society welcomes today’s announcement by Ministers Adams and Guy that the Government has finalised the first stage of an action plan to improve the way freshwater is managed. More >>
Outstanding international experts at environmental summit
Wednesday, 12 June 2013, 4:10 pm | Environmental Defence Society
We’re pleased to have 2 international expert speakers attending the EDS conference in August. More >>
Select Committee report on Resource Management Reform Bill
Wednesday, 12 June 2013, 2:12 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Parliamentary Select Committee hearing submissions on the Resource Management Reform Bill has left the Bill largely unchanged in spite of serious concerns expressed by the Environmental Defence Society and others. More >>
EDS concerned at poorly conceived plans to tackle housing
Thursday, 30 May 2013, 1:02 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has today released its submission on the Housing Accords and Special Housing Areas Bill. More >>
EDS releases review of draft Auckland Unitary Plan
Wednesday, 29 May 2013, 3:28 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has released its comprehensive review of Auckland's draft Unitary Plan. "Our feedback is as comprehensive as we can make it," said EDS Chairman Gary Taylor. More >>
