Air
Bay of Plenty Regional Council works to protect and improve the region’s air quality for current and future generations.
We monitor air quality, manage emissions, and ensure activities that could affect the air are properly controlled. If you’re planning an activity that discharges to air, check whether you need a resource consent.
We monitor air quality at multiple sites across the region to help identify issues, track long-term trends, and ensure compliance with national standards and regional rules.
Alongside others, we are working to address air quality issues in this area, and ensure local industries are meeting the rules.
Rotorua has historically had some of the worst winter air quality in Aotearoa New Zealand, mainly from wood burner smoke. Despite progress, thousands of non-compliant burners remain in use.
Let us know online if you’re experiencing regular odour issues from a known source.