Table of Contents “...-- The international response -- Process for ratification -- Consultation process with Maori -- What is New Zealand proposing to do to meet its obligations? -- Some definitions -- Policy options; Issues for Maori relating to climate change -- Environment and spiritual issues -- Effects of climate change on Maori land -- Effects on coastal areas --Indigenous flora and fauna -- Health and social impacts; The effect on Maori of ratification -- Legislation Part I -- Legislation Part II -- Policy options - general considerations from a Maori perspective -- Policies where Government retains responsibility -- Cost recovery and incentive-based options for Government -- Policies where Government devolves responsibility -- Policies on emissions - emissions trading -- Policies for sinks and the land use and forests sector; Conclusion...”