Planning resources
Local government responsibilities include long term planning for their communities, and managing developments in line with those plans.
Long Term Council Community Plans
Long Term Council Community Plans are important documents, providing a framework for direction and priorities. The following guidelines will help you factor in energy efficiency and renewable energy when developing these plans.
Guide to Energy and Long Term Council Community Plans
Resource Management Act
The Resource Management (Energy and Climate Change) Amendment Act 2004 requires particular regard be given to the effects of climate change. To help you do this, read the quality planning guidance note on the Resource Management (Energy and Climate Change) Amendment Act 2004 [Quality Planning website]
Regional energy strategies
A regional energy strategy looks at the whole spectrum of energy resources and demand-side opportunities available within a specific region. A number of regions are developing regional energy strategies.
EECA and other government agencies have information about energy use at both a national, regional, and local level, which can help in developing these regional plans.
To find out more about developing a regional energy strategy in your area email info@eeca.govt.nz or call 0800 358676.
More information
Energy management responsibilities of local government are also set out in the:
