Aquaculture

Case Study

Enabling Sustainable Growth in Coastal Environments

New Zealand’s aquaculture sector plays an increasingly important role in regional economies, food production and export growth. At the same time, marine farming activities must respond to complex environmental, landscape, cultural and community considerations.

Tasman Carter works with aquaculture operators, industry groups, councils and project teams to identify opportunities for sustainable growth while recognising the unique qualities of New Zealand’s coastal environments. Our involvement extends from strategic planning and site selection through to landscape assessment, natural character evaluation and policy development.

By understanding both the operational requirements of aquaculture and the values associated with coastal landscapes, we help clients navigate change, reduce project risk and support long-term investment decisions.

Our work demonstrates how thoughtful planning and robust environmental assessment can help deliver marine farming developments that contribute to economic prosperity while respecting the characteristics that make coastal environments distinctive.

Golden Bay / Mohua Assessment of effects – natural character of the coastal environment area