Ngati Porou: Maui.Tech case study

An iwi/Māori-led climate change case study, produced as part of the Maui.Tech project

Ngati Porou: Te Urunga o te Ra

In this video case study from the rohe of Te Tairāwhiti, participants share how Ngati Porou are experiencing the effects of climate change, adapting to the changing climate, and approaching the challenges of reducing emissions. In this video, they discuss the cultural and environmental significance of the Waiapu River and the surrounding area. They discuss the environmental challenges Ngati Porou are facing, and their commitment to protect their whenua by building sustainable practices.

This video case study was produced as part of the Maui.Tech project. Read more about Maui.Tech.

Participants:

  • Hilton Collier (Ngati Porou), General Manager, Pakihiroa Farms Ltd (Subsidiary of the Te Runanganui o Ngati Porou)
  • Tui Warmenhoven (Ngati Porou, Ngāti Uepohatu & Te Whānau-ā-Apanui), Board Member, TROPNUI 
  • April Papuni (Ngati Porou), Ngati Porou kuia