Agenda 21: Waitakere City Council's Overview

Section 2 : Conservation and Management of Resources for Development

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Chapter 9:

Protection of the atmosphere (Size 69K)

Protection of the atmosphere against human impacts will require a reduction in dependence on fossil fuels and control of activities which harm the atmosphere. There is a need to plan for the likely effects of climate change, ozone depletion and atmospheric pollution. 

Chapter 10:

Integrated approach to the planning and management of land resources (Size 45K)

All land resource must be planned and managed in an integrated manner. Consideration should be given to all environmental, social and economic factors and resource components.

Chapter 11:

Combating deforestation (Size 60K)

Forest resources, including land, should be sustainably managed to meet the social, economic, ecological, cultural and spiritual needs of present and future generations. This is a programme in which the Council can take a leading role through land-use planning, education and promotion of sustainable management. 

Chapter 12:

Managing fragile ecosystems: combating desertification and drought  This chapter has been excluded because it is not relevant to Waitakere City. 

Chapter 13:

Managing fragile ecosystems: sustainable mountain development (Size 60K)

The term mountain can be applied to the Waitakere Ranges. The role of Council in land-use planning is well established, however, it should also become involved in the promotion of environmentally friendly practices, eco-tourism and community participation. 

Chapter 14:

Promoting sustainable agriculture and rural development (Size 83K)

The absence of a national framework for sustainable agriculture and rural development is widespread, particularly in economies which are in transition from planned to market oriented systems. Such frameworks need to incorporate environmental considerations, economic activities, and rural activities. 

Chapter 15:

Conservation of biological diversity (Size 58K)

Our planet's essential goods and services depend on the variety and variability of genes, species, populations and ecosystems. The current decline in biodiversity is largely due to human activity and is considered a serious threat to human development. 

Chapter 16

Environmentally sound management of biotechnology (Size 80K)

Biotechnology is the altering of genetic material in plants, animals and microbial systems, leading to useful products. This ranges from producing more effective waste treatment technologies to producing plants with a higher nutrient value. 

Chapter 17:

Protection of oceans and seas (Size 67K)

Coastal resources are of vital importance but they have not always been managed sustainably. In many parts of the world, the coastal environment is being rapidly degraded. 

Chapter 18:

Protection of the quality and supply of freshwater resources: (Size 66K)

application of integrated approaches to the development, management and use of water resources.  All social and economic activities rely on water, thus it is paramount that plans for water management be integrated into national economic and social policy. 

Chapter 19:

Environmentally sound management of toxic chemicals (Size 68K)

including prevention of illegal international traffic in toxic and dangerous products.  Substantial use of chemicals is essential to meet the social and economic goals of the world community. It has been demonstrated that they can be used in a cost effective manner with a high degree of safety. Frequently this requires a greater understanding by users than currently exists. 

Chapter 20:

Environmentally sound management of hazardous wastes (Size 13K)

including prevention of illegal international traffic in hazardous wastes.  The cost of generation, handling and disposal of hazardous waste is increasing. One of the first priorities is to minimise waste. 

Chapter 21:

Environmentally sound management of solid waste and sewage (Size 14K)

Inadequate waste management results in water, land and air contamination and pollution over wide areas. Extending and improving waste collection and safe disposal services are crucial to gaining control over this form of pollution. 

Chapter 22:

Safe and environmentally sound management of radioactive wastes (Size 8K)

Radioactive wastes are generated in the nuclear fuel cycle and in nuclear applications (such as medicine and research). The risk of the wastes varies depending on the type of isotope and concentration of the waste.