The existence of such a programme has been held in Court to be a factor relevant to assessing the extent a company has sought to comply with environmental laws. NZ helps users to assess their current compliance and make improvements where appropriate. Regional and Territorial Local Authorities Under the Resource Management Act, regional, district and city councils are charged with giving effect to the Act's purpose of promoting the sustainable management of natural and physical resources. NZ can assist them in reviewing their own environmental performance as well as giving them a tool to assess their suppliers and organisations within their jurisdiction. The Government's policy on the environment shows commitment to sustainability and to the principles of Agenda 21.
Government agencies can lead by example in promoting enhanced environmental performance.
NZ can give them the tools to assess their performance and ensure continued improvement. NZ is part of a suite of environmental management solutions developed by Landcare Research - Manaaki Whenua.