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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 22]
EDS Unsure New Rules Will Keep Oil Cowboys Out
Tuesday, 30 April 2013, 10:22 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has expressed doubt at comments by Prime Minister John Key at an oil and gas conference this week that he is confident new environmental rules will keep “cowboy operators” out of New Zealand waters. More >>
EDS concerned at EEZ oil proposals
Thursday, 18 April 2013, 5:23 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has expressed some reservations about the announcement today by Environment Minister Amy Adams regarding the new regime governing resource extraction in our EEZ and extended continental shelf. More >>
EDS congratulates Conservation Minister on Akaroa Reserve
Monday, 15 April 2013, 9:43 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has congratulated the Minister of Conservation, Hon Dr Nick Smith, for finally approving the Akaroa Marine Reserve. More >>
EDS: Auckland Draft Unitary Plan Workshop
Wednesday, 3 April 2013, 10:54 am | Environmental Defence Society
A one-day workshop to up-skill community groups and individuals on the environmental aspects of the Draft Unitary Plan. More >>
EDS calls for “open minds”, releases its RMA submissions
Tuesday, 2 April 2013, 4:01 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has released its final submissions on the highly contentious Resource Management Act reforms after taking the unusual step of calling for public feedback on an earlier draft. More >>
EDS expresses deep concern at DoC job losses
Tuesday, 26 March 2013, 12:40 pm | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: EDS expresses deep concern at Department of Conservation job losses The Environmental Defence Society has expressed its deep concern at today’s announcement that there are to be around 140 job losses, mostly in operations, at the Department ... More >>
EDS releases its draft submission on proposed RMA reforms
Tuesday, 26 March 2013, 11:40 am | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has released its detailed draft submission on the highly contentious Resource Management Act reforms for public feedback. More >>
EDS appeals King Salmon decision
Tuesday, 19 March 2013, 3:34 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society will today file an appeal in the High Court in Blenheim against the Board of Inquiry decision to allow salmon farms in areas of the Marlborough Sounds that are protected for their conservation and recreational ... More >>
EDS welcomes draft Auckland Unitary Plan
Friday, 15 March 2013, 11:28 am | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: EDS welcomes draft Auckland Unitary Plan The Environmental Defence Society has welcomed the release of the draft Auckland Unitary Plan. More >>
EDS calls on Bluegreens to save the environment
Saturday, 9 March 2013, 5:06 pm | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: Environmental Defence Society calls on Bluegreens to save the environment The Environmental Defence Society has encouraged the Minister for the Environment and the National Party’s Bluegreens caucus to remove contentious proposals to change ... More >>
EDS responds to Minister’s criticisms
Friday, 1 March 2013, 7:12 pm | Environmental Defence Society
EDS has responded to “combative” comments by Environment Minister Amy Adams earlier today regarding the Society’s criticisms of the proposed changes to the Resource Management Act. More >>
Final decision on King Salmon released by EPA
Thursday, 28 February 2013, 12:53 pm | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: Final decision on King Salmon released by EPA The EPA’s Board of Inquiry has issued its final decision on the King Salmon applications today, approving four out of nine salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds. More >>
EDS critical of proposed changes to RMA
Thursday, 28 February 2013, 10:30 am | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: EDS critical of proposed changes to Resource Management Act The government’s proposals for Resource Management Act reform, outlined in a discussion paper released this morning, would put too much power in the hands of Ministers at the expense of ... More >>
EDS seeks more urgency in cleaning up our waterways
Wednesday, 20 February 2013, 1:51 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society notes with concern the slow progress being made in cleaning up our waterways but welcomes the commitment by the dairy industry to introduce new best practice guidelines. More >>
EDS welcomes reappointment of Dr Nick Smith to Cabinet
Tuesday, 22 January 2013, 12:49 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has welcomed the reappointment by Prime Minister John Key of Dr Nick Smith to cabinet. More >>
King Salmon draft decision concerns EDS
Thursday, 20 December 2012, 2:26 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has noted with concern that the EPA’s Board of Inquiry has issued its draft decision on the King Salmon applications today, approving four out of nine salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds. More >>
Another set of amendments to the Resource Management Act
Wednesday, 5 December 2012, 5:23 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has noted that the Government has introduced further amendments to the Resource Management Act and related legislation today. More >>
EDS on Fracking Report
Tuesday, 27 November 2012, 2:15 pm | Environmental Defence Society
Media Release: EDS on Fracking Report 27 November 2012 The Environmental Defence Society has welcomed the report of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment on fracking. More >>
EDS welcomes Labour’s new housing policy
Sunday, 18 November 2012, 5:48 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The Environmental Defence Society has welcomed Labour’s commitment to build 100,000 affordable houses over the next 10 years. More >>
EDS endorses Land and Water Forum Report
Thursday, 15 November 2012, 3:12 pm | Environmental Defence Society
The release of the third and final report from the Land and Water Forum has been welcomed and endorsed by the Environmental Defence Society. More >>
