Nigel Zhang

Chinese Conservation Liaison

Kia ora! I’m Nigel Zhang, also known as “Mr Tuatara” to many students. I use the tuatara to engage young people on topics like habitat loss and climate change.

Since joining PFHW in 2020, I’ve focused on inspiring community action for a more sustainable future. I also coordinate the Climate Action Project at Howick Schools (formerly the School Waste Minimisation Project).

Contact Info:

About Me:

Education & Training
  • Master of Environmental Management (MEM), The University of New South Wales (UNSW)
    • Key Focus: Environmental policy, sustainability strategy, biodiversity management, climate change, and data-driven conservation frameworks.
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Beijing University of Technology
    • Key Focus: Systems thinking, structured problem-solving, analytical data modelling, and project infrastructure planning.
  • Member of Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (MEIANZ)
  • Centified Educator, National Geographic Society (citizen science)
  • Experienced Award Leader, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award (youth mentor and programme coordinator)

Members:

Team With Me

Zahara Adams

Ecological Restoration Coordinator

Ethan McCormick

Fieldwork and Cadetship Coordinator

Alex Parker

Conservation Field Specialist

Peter Stevens

Community Activator