Community Action
From Enviroschools and sustainability programmes. Below are community action projects that are currently in motion to reduce our emissions:
Compost Collective
Half of what we send to landfill is compostable material. To reduce food and garden waste in Auckland, we have worked with Kaipātiki Project and EcoMatters to deliver Compost Collective, providing discounts on composting equipment. Compost Collective also offers useful resources and workshops on everything related to composting.
EcoMatters EcoHub and western sustainability initiatives
EcoMatters is a purpose driven charitable trust that partners with Auckland Council in a number of different ways to benefit people and the environment. Our western local boards have partnered with EcoMatters to support a wide range of conservation and sustainability activities in west Auckland, including the EcoHub in New Lynn, sustainable living workshops, community bike hubs, weed bins, Eco Fest and much more!
Enviroschools
128,900 tamariki/students take part in the Enviroschools programme. Read more about the 281 Enviroschools across Auckland that are helping children connect with and explore the environment. Enviroschools is delivered in Auckland through a partnership between Toimata Foundation and Auckland Council.
FutureFit
Our carbon footprint tool enables Aucklanders to discover their carbon footprint and take action to reduce it. Once signed-up, FutureFit shows you the tangible impacts from each decision like taking the bus, shortening your shower, choosing plant based meals more often or hanging clothes out to dry (rather than using a drier). FutureFit also tracks your progress over time, allows you to create teams and shows the combined impact of our collective action.
Healthy Waters
Awa ā tatou is an urban stream monitoring project to empower communities and provide them with tools and the knowledge to keep our fresh water clean.
Live Lightly
Auckland Council’s programme to make it easy for individuals to adjust their lifestyle towards a resilient, low-carbon Auckland. The Live Lightly website is full of useful tips on moving, shopping and eating more lightly.
Sustainability Programmes
Auckland has many community groups and sustainability programmes to join across the region. From protecting our precious bees to cleaning our seas, explore options to learn from others and help protect Auckland’s climate and environment together.
Zero waste partners
Explore the community organisations implementing zero waste programmes throughout the region, in partnership with Auckland Council.