BusinessNZ welcomes the introduction of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill and its referral to the Environment Select Committee for public submissions, but says resourcing of the expert panel is critical to achieving its objective. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Kirk Hope says...
Energy & Infrastructure
Transport for the long-term
The Government’s policy statement on transport indicates a long-term vision, BusinessNZ says. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard said the Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport showed a sound approach to funding and appropriate long-term...
NZ Economy: Turning the page
The latest BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows business confidence is increasing, but New Zealand’s economic growth is still expected to be relatively low over the forecast period out to December 2025.
Onslow too slow
The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) says investigating answers to the dry year problem is important, but options must consider solutions for both short and long-term energy issues. “With the world moving to decentralised options, and with extreme weather events...
NZ energy system is top 10, security key focus
The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) is proud New Zealand’s energy sector remains one of the top ten globally for equitable, secure and sustainable access, but says energy security is a risk. Each year the World Energy Council’s Energy Trilemma Index ranks...
NZ Energy Strategy: Terms show Govt is listening
The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) welcomes the New Zealand Energy Strategy terms of reference and is pleased to see many of the recommendations put forward to Government have been considered. BEC Executive Director Tina Schirr says the industry’s voice has been...
Energy market review – more renewables, competition
Explaining energy doesn’t have to be complicated. Introducing Energy 101 – a new series from BEC designed to help everyone understand NZ’s energy system. In today’s lesion you’ll meet Helios Energy’s Sarah Tapp, for an intro to solar power and its potential to further diversify renewable energy here.
Infrastructure spend could invigorate economy
Infrastructure spend could invigorate economy BusinessNZ chief executive Kirk Hope says a portion of the governments $7.5 billion surplus should be used to invigorate the weakening economy and improve business confidence."We would like to see a firm commitment to...
OIO decision confidence building
OIO decision confidence building BusinessNZ chief executive Kirk Hope welcomes a decision by Minister of Finance Grant Robertson and Associate Minister of Finance David Parker to approve new applications by mining company OceanaGold to purchase land in Waihi.Earlier,...
RMA shakeup long overdue
RMA shakeup long overdue A shakeup of the Resource Management System is a big step in the right direction, BusinessNZ chief executive Kirk Hope says."This is a great chance to move towards improved environmental, economic and social wellbeing outcomes."Mr Hope says...
ETS development continues to be well signalled
ETS development continues to be well signalled The latest design changes to New Zealand’s emissions trading scheme have been progressively well signalled and are broadly positive, says BusinessNZ.The Government’s latest set of changes include rules for...
Hydrogen and economic issues top of mind for NZ energy executives
Hydrogen and economic issues top of mind for NZ energy executives The sixth annual New Zealand Energy Issues Map below shows energy executives grappling with the potential of hydrogen fuel, along with economic issues including New Zealand’s emerging climate...