Is Water the New Gold? Why Rainwater Harvesting is a Must
How was your summer break? If you stayed in Christchurch, you likely noticed it was wetter than you’d hoped. In fact, finding consistently good weather across New Zealand this summer seemed to be more the exception than the rule. All that rain might make it hard to believe water scarcity could be a concern. But […]
COP29: Can Global Climate Goals Survive Another U.S. Policy Shift?
As the dust from the recent U.S. presidential election begins to settle, it’s ironic that the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference is underway in Azerbaijan. President-elect Donald Trump has already announced plans to pull the U.S. out of the 2015 Paris Agreement for the second time. Can he follow through on that promise, and […]
Canterbury’s Climate Reality
I must apologise in advance if this blog sounds like me beating on a well-worn drum. I find myself reiterating these points time and time again. For those who attended my presentation on “Building for Climate Change” last year, you likely recall my warning about the heightened risk of fires this summer. Regrettably, my prediction […]
Shifting Gears
In a world where short-term gains often take precedence, recent news of Hertz intention to sell off 20,000 electric cars to revert to petrol engines raises questions about the sustainability mindset of today’s companies. While the decision might be rooted in immediate financial concerns, does it overlook the long-term benefits of cleaner electric vehicles (EVs) […]