How are biosolids regulated in New Zealand?
In New Zealand biosolids safe application to land is carried out under the regulations of the Territorial Authorities as per the provisions of Regional Plans. To facilitate the safe application of Biosolids to land, MfE and NZWWA developed guidelines. These guidelines are used by territorial authorities when determining the regulatory requirements on a case-by-case basis. The regulatory authorities take into account when evaluating the application for consent to apply biosolids to land.
