Taiao Environment

Air quality, pollution and contamination

Find out about pollutants like fireplace smoke, asbestos, methamphetamine (P), and how council deals with closed landfills and contaminated sites.
Plants and animals

Find information on animal and plant pests, weeds, and how to plant for your local ecosystem.
Education for sustainability

Find tools and resources for environmental and sustainability education.
Sustainability and eco design

Get tips on how to reduce carbon emissions in your day-to-day living. Access expert advice on how to design your home or business to be more sustainable.
Environmental fines

Find information on how to pay or dispute an environmental fine.
What we do to help the environment

Find out what Auckland Council does to help the environment.
Looking after Auckland's water

Find information on how we manage Auckland’s water, from stormwater infrastructure and flooding response, to marine and freshwater environments.
What you can do for the environment

Find out what you can do for the environment and where you can volunteer.