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.
Environment
New Zealand’s Emissions Trading Scheme
Brief overview of the key aspects of New Zealand’s revised emissions trading scheme (NZ ETS).
Judicious minerals use welcomed
Mineral, coal and petroleum resources could create a step change in New Zealanders’ prosperity.
Infrastructure planning endorsed but more work needed
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.
The subsidy myth
Analysis of Sustainability Council claims in ‘ETS: Bill to a Future Generation’.
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.
Sustainability report a useful step towards accurate reporting
BusinessNZ has welcomed steps towards accurate reporting on sustainability.
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 headroom for a better carbon scheme
BusinessNZ says our changed position on greenhouse gas emissions gives us room to move on emissions trading.
Proposals for One Auckland positive for enterprise
The environment for enterprise would be boosted by the One Auckland recommendations of the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance, says BusinessNZ.
Business and emissions trading
Opinion piece by Phil O’Reilly, CEO BusinessNZ, on the Climate Change (Emissions Trading and Renewable Preference) Bill.