“Wetlands are the connectors across our diverse landscapes, linking the mountains to the sea, and allowing migratory species to complete their lifecycles.  At a human level, they are also where the food and fibre sector began in Aotearoa.”

ELI’s Senior Legal Researcher, Anna Sintenie reflects on the action needed to protect wetlands in Aotearoa.

The role of our wetlands in climate change mitigation & response.