Support the long-term financial growth of the environmental services sector through the delivery of Project 3.3: Environmental Enterprise in the QLDC Economic Diversification Plan.
7.2 Supporting the financial growth of the environmental services sector
Action
Key Initiatives
- Innovative funding models: Collaborate with partners to explore new revenue streams and financial mechanisms to enhance the financial sustainability of environmental service organisations.
- Enhancing financial security: Investigate carbon sequestration, biodiversity offset funding, and commercial partnerships to increase revenue for ecosystem regeneration efforts.
- Private sector collaboration: Foster partnerships between not-for-profits and businesses to secure financial stability and boost long-term resilience for local conservation groups.
7.2
Project Details
Investment
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Investment Value (Estimate)
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<$20k
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$20K - $100K
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$100K - $500K
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>$500K
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To be confirmed/still under review
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Key Partners
Conservation sector partners, ORC, DOC, industry partners.
Kāi Tahu Value Alignment
Rakatirataka - Leadership
Makaakitaka - Hospitality
Haere whakamua - Future focused
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7.1Partnered delivery of the Destination Management PlanIn partnership with Destination Queenstown (DQ) and Lake Wānaka Tourism (LWT), deliver projects from the Travel to a Thriving Future - Queenstown Lakes Regenerative Tourism Plan. This partnership will drive meaningful progress towards reducing tourism’s environmental footprint, restoring ecosystems, and enhancing climate adaptation and emergency preparedness.
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7.3Supporting our local business transitionSupport local organisations and industry leaders to transition to more sustainable practices that reduce emissions, promote a circular economy, minimise waste, and improve resource efficiency in our local economy.
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7.4Supporting sustainable film productionsSupport the film sector to adopt sustainable practices within Queenstown Lakes. Connect production companies with local organisations and suppliers, help identify energy and emissions reduction opportunities, and facilitate waste reduction.
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7.5Enabling sustainable eventsSupport the transition towards sustainable event practices in Queenstown Lakes District by providing education, guidance and toolkits for event organisers.