Do all nitrogen amendments have the same footprint?
Uttam Floray works at the intersection of climate science, primary industry, and real-world delivery. With a background in the wine sector across New Zealand, Australia, and the United States, he has led production, compliance, and commercial operations while embedding environmental performance into the core of the business. At Toitū Envirocare, he leads work supporting organisations across the primary industry, manufacturing, and transport sectors to measure, manage, and reduce emissions. Uttam’s focus is on guiding clients through the right climate impact programmes — ensuring they add real value, align with credible standards, and translate into practical, implementable action. He works closely with organisations navigating complex requirements, helping them move beyond compliance toward meaningful, science-aligned outcomes.
Uttam has a range of qualifications including a BSc in Biotechnology and a Bachelor of Viticulture and Wine Science from EIT. Uttam is now involved in a lead role with Electrify Hawke’s Bay, a regional group promoting adoption of low carbon alternative energy sources including solar. In this presentation, he will discuss the environmental footprints of alternative nitrogen amendments, providing information for those focused on reducing their carbon emissions to meet market expectations.
