New Zealand’s emissions trading system remains stable following decisions released today, says BusinessNZ.
Environment
Work on water quality ignored
The range of work underway on freshwater quality is significant, says BusinessNZ.
RMA reforms misunderstood
Proposed changes to the Resource Management Act seem to have been misunderstood, says BusinessNZ.
Better approach to decision making under RMA
Proposals released today to improve the Resource Management Act and its implementation are sensible, says BusinessNZ.
State of the Environment reporting good news for business and the environment
Today’s announcement by the Environment Minister Amy Adams that the Government will legislate for independent environmental reporting is an important step forward for the future of New Zealand’s economy and environment.
Looking Beyond Copenhagen
A retrospective look at the Copenhagen COP 15, its outcome, and its implications for New Zealand business.
Economic vandalism – bureaucrats instead of competitive markets
Labour’s proposal of a centralised buying agency for electricity could only bring electricity prices down through massive taxpayer subsidies.
Wakeup call for NZ business on climate change
CDP Australia and New Zealand Climate Change Report released today, which analyses how NZX 50 and ASX 200 businesses are tackling climate change.
Leadership on petroleum resources welcome
The award of 10 new exploration permits is a step towards better development of New Zealand’s petroleum resource with oil and gas resources having the potential to create significant economic growth and moves to responsibly develop them are in the national interest.
Sustainable use of resources to grow economy
BusinessNZ has welcomed the latest report for the Business Growth Agenda, Building Natural Resources.
Water recommendations positive
The third report of the Land and Water Forum brings useful recommendations for improving NZ’s freshwater management.
Infrastructure transparency welcomed
Business appreciates transparent reporting on infrastructure plans, says BusinessNZ.