Energy & Infrastructure

Opinion piece by Phil O'Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ on the Emissions Trading Scheme....
The Government has made it clear that we are going to press ahead with the emissions trading scheme....
BusinessNZ says in light of the Government’s clear decision to proceed with the emissions trading scheme, business should now constructively assist in making the scheme fit for purpose....
Brief overview of the key aspects of New Zealand’s revised emissions trading scheme (NZ ETS)....
Mineral, coal and petroleum resources could create a step change in New Zealanders’ prosperity....
A critical review of the role of development and financial contributions....
BusinessNZ says the Government’s National Infrastructure Plan is a useful compilation of current and planned infrastructure investment that will allow the public and the private sector to keep track of Government’s strategic aims in this area....
Analysis of Sustainability Council claims in 'ETS: Bill to a Future Generation'....
An emissions target range of 10-20% below 1990 levels by 2020 is a significant challenge, but strikes a sensible balance given New Zealand’s circumstances, says BusinessNZ....
Envirostep – a business environmental assessment tool launched today by Commerce Minister Simon Power – comes at an opportune time for business....