Sustainability
As Te Utanganui continues to grow, sustainability is embedded within our planning and strategic priorities.
We're committed to environmental protection and responsible resource management, through the fostering of mutually beneficial business opportunities that minimise resource consumption. Initiatives include environmental offsets, riparian planting, and the integration of solar energy initiatives.
The project's adaptive, phased approach allows for the incorporation of future sustainability innovations as they emerge over the next three decades.
Te Utanganui’s multi-stakeholder developments aim to safeguard the environment for future generations, with a focus efficient freight movement, integrated transportation, and design that is mindful of the environment.
The geographical advantages of Te Utanganui’s central location include existing and potential renewable energy sources, such as some of New Zealand's largest wind farms. Manawatū is less prone to severe weather events and coastal erosion than many other areas of New Zealand, offering stability and resilience in long-term business planning
Contribution to National Emission Reduction Targets
Our strategic location directly contributes to New Zealand's 2050 emission reduction targets by boosting efficiency and reducing emissions within our national network of supply chains.
Integrated Transportation Network
The project incorporates major roading projects like Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū — Tararua highway and Ōtaki to North of Levin expressway, which are designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
The integration of KiwiRail's planned Regional Freight Hub within Te Utanganui will promote the use of rail for long-distance freight, which is generally more fuel efficient than road transport.
The extension and enhancement of national and local public transport links through a shared path network, to improve options for commuters.
Long-term Planning
The project's 30-year growth strategy allows for the gradual implementation of increasingly sustainable practices and technologies as they become available.
Our phased approach of three stages over 30 years enables adaptive management and incorporation of emerging sustainability innovations over time.
Collaborative Approach
Te Utanganui involves partnerships with local iwi Rangitāne o Manawatū and Ngāti Kauwhata, which may include the opportunity to incorporate traditional ecological knowledge into our sustainability practices.
Collaboration between public and private sectors allows for shared sustainability goals and coordinated efforts to achieve them. We intend to use the Whānau Ora Family Health Outcomes Framework as a holistic guide for development where possible. We also aim to encourage use of social procurement arrangements by organisations in the region to increase sustainable employment for our priority communities.
