MAOR212 W10

Environmental Development

The study of the various dimensions and contexts surrounding environmental management, including restoration and governance.

Kaitiakitanga

Guardianship of the environment, involving protection, preservation, and a sustainable relationship with natural resources.

Whakapapa

Genealogy; the understanding that everything in the universe is connected, including humans, mountains, and rivers.

Mauri

The life force of the environment, indicating its ability to support life.

Mana

Authority and prestige that originate not only from humans but also from the natural world.

Taonga

Treasured possessions, particularly referring to the natural resources recognized under the Treaty of Waitangi.

Tikanga

Traditional laws or customs governing the relationship between humans and the environment.

Wairua

Spirituality or life-force associated with water, reflecting one's identity and connection to the environment.

Te Urewera Act 2014

Legislation that established Te Urewera as a legal entity with rights and protections, recognizing it as an active member of the community.

Te Awa Tupua

The legal recognition of the Whanganui River as a living entity, embodying both its physical and spiritual aspects.

Co-Governance

Shared authority between Māori and the Crown for managing natural resources, combining Māori and colonial legal frameworks.

Whakaora Te Waihora

A project aimed at restoring Lake Ellesmere (Te Waihora) and addressing its environmental issues through co-governance.

Legal Personhood

The recognition of non-human entities, such as rivers and forests, as legal persons with rights under the law.

Utu

The principle of balance and reciprocity between humans and the environment, emphasizing a relationship of give-and-take.

Resource Management Act (RMA)

New Zealand legislation for sustainable management of natural resources, incorporating Tikanga Māori into its framework.

Environmental Restoration

Efforts aimed at returning ecosystems and landscapes to their natural state, enhancing biodiversity and ecological health.