Te Ohu Taiao (Natural Environment Advisory Committee)

Te Ohu Taiao, the Natural Environment Advisory Committee, is an independent group that provides expert advice to New Zealand's government on issues related to the environment and biodiversity. Its role is to ensure that conservation and ecological considerations are integrated into policymaking, helping to protect native species, ecosystems, and natural resources. The committee brings together specialists from various environmental fields to offer evidence-based recommendations, supporting sustainable development and the preservation of New Zealand’s unique natural heritage for future generations.