The New Zealand government has released this paper as part of their consultation on a draft national plan to help New Zealand adapt to and minimise the harmful impacts of climate change.

New Zealand’s first national adaptation plan will build the foundation for adaptation action so that all sectors and communities are able to live and thrive in a changing climate. The consultation also outlines proposals for flood insurance and managed retreat policies.

This consultation starts on 28 April 2022 and ends on 3 June 2022. When the consultation period has ended, officials will analyse submissions and provide advice to the government about the views received on the strategies and policies to include in the national adaptation plan.