Analysis of Sustainability Council claims in ‘ETS: Bill to a Future Generation’.
Energy & Infrastructure
Balanced approach appropriate
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.
BusinessNZ welcomes new Envirostep tool
Envirostep – a business environmental assessment tool launched today by Commerce Minister Simon Power – comes at an opportune time for business.
RMA report shows need for faster progress
The latest report on local authorities’ administration of the Resource Management Act shows the need for streamlining of the Act’s processes, says BusinessNZ.
More competition needed in electricity sector
Commerce Commission findings show more competition is needed in the electricity market, says BusinessNZ.
More headroom for a better carbon scheme
BusinessNZ says our changed position on greenhouse gas emissions gives us room to move on emissions trading.
New approach to electricity governance recommended
A review of the electricity sector recommends a new approach to regulation.
Business and emissions trading
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ, on the Climate Change (Emissions Trading and Renewable Preference) Bill.
Need to heed global forces
BusinessNZ makes the case for global, not just national, carbon trading.
Carbon trading intentions
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ, on carbon trading.
Moderate predictions calm the carbon debate
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ, on carbon trading.
Paving the way for emissions trading
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ, on emissions tradinig.