however, we will not allow new seismic surveys or new exploratory wells to be drilled. Conservation Minister Nick Smith has claimed that seismic surveys and oil exploration has not harmed Maui's dolphins. But the world's leading expert on how marine life is affected by seismic surveys, Dr Lindy Weilgart, disagrees.
in favour of environmental protection, e.g. fighting climate change or 'green' policies or preservation of natural resources or animal rights