Julian Fitter

A Sustainable World.

Our current way of living ion a finite world is not sustainable, as a result we are having to finding ways to live and work sustainably. The alternative to sustainable is unsustainable, and by definition this is not a very sensible path to follow. Green land management is NOT a political issue; it is an environmental one and an economic one. A strong and healthy environment makes GOOD economic sense.

This means that in all activities we need to examine our impact on the environment, and what we can do to lessen or balance that impact, this is not to suggest that development or changes are not possible, just that we need to make all future developments sustainable, in balance with the environment.

Fitter Environments is here to help you do just that.

Alien Pest Species

My background is in island ecosystems, with 15 years in the Galápagos Islands followed by time in the Falkland Islands, Tristan da Cunha and now New Zealand.

This has given me an excellent understanding of these very special ecosystems, and the problems that introduced species can cause.

Here in New Zealand I am joint manager of the Maketu Spit Ecological Restoration Project where we are protecting native bird species by removing pest animals, and seeking to remove pest plant species to ensure the continued survival of native plants and the rich endemic invertebrate fauna that they encourage. The biological survey that is part of this project has already discovered two species new to science, a spider and a beetle.

Pest animals and plants are a major issue here in New Zealand, and my wide experience in this field enables me to provide sound ecologically based advice on how to deal with pest species. Where highly specialised knowledge is required, I know a man who can.

Biodiversity Management Plans

If you have a particularly interesting area from the biodiversity perspective, then the use of a Biodiversity management Plan can be very helpful. While a certain amount of work is involved in setting it up, and agreeing the numbers, once agreed and approved by the various parties involved, it provides an excellent framework within which to work, with agreed and secure funding, avoiding the problem of running out of cash half way through.

Environmental Management

Environmentally friendly management of land and projects is an increasingly important issue. Fitter Environments can help you to achieve your goals in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way. National and Local Government are becoming increasingly concerned with can help you avoid problems and stay ahead of regulations and requirements.

We are here to help you deal with problems affecting your land or development in efficient and environmentally friendly way. Doing things the green way makes sense, both for the environment and for you economically. The better shape your property is in, the greater its value.

Fitter Environments

I would be the first to admit that I am not a scientist, but I know where I can find one. My prime concern is ensuring environmental sustainability and ensuring that any project, whether it be developing a biodiversity or pest control plan, riparian planting,  or revegetating an eroded hillside, will last into the future, no quick fixes, but long term solutions.

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