Liefting, Alan

List Position: 
31
Electorate: 
Waimakariri
Born: 
1961
Lives: 
Christchurch

Alan says: "I live my life based on green principles as best as I can. I have travelled extensively within New Zealand and have seen many environmental and social issues first hand. I consider myself to be socially liberal, a pacifist, environmentalist and humanist.”


Background

Alan joined the Green Party in 2001 and since then has stood as a candidate for Waimakariri. He has worked as an electronics technician and tour guide and, driven by a keen interest in environmental issues, he is now studying Environmental Management at Lincoln University.

Community involvements

He makes a point of keeping abreast of current affairs and is currently a member of the Forest and Bird Society and the Save Happy Valley Coalition. He also undertook volunteer work in 2004 for computer recycling.

Interests/Hobbies

Alan's interests relate to conservation, energy and waste minimisation. He is particualrly concerned with the issue of energy and waste regarding electronics and computer technology.

Additional

He has travelled extensively throughout New Zealand and has witnessed environmental and social issues first hand. He also attempts to live his life according to Green principles and considers himself a "pacificst, environmentalist and humanist".

Contact

Phone: 03 385 3830

Mobile: 027 646 1425

Email: aliefting@ihug.co.nz