Independent panel reports on methane science and targets
The Government will consider the findings of the panel’s biogenic methane science and targets review.
DOC’s focus - Annual Review 2023-24
The Department of Conservation has released its Annual Review.
CCC delivers first review of the 2050 target and advice on the fourth emissions budget
Two reports have been released from the Climate Change Commission on Aotearoa New Zealand’s medium and long-term climate goals.
New Chair & Commissioners appointed to Climate Change Commission
Rt Hon Dame Patsy Reddy has been appointed as the new chair of the Climate Change Commission.
Have your say on a proposed levy to fund a new economic regulation regime for New Zealand’s water services
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is asking for feedback on a proposed levy to recover the cost of a new economic regulation and consumer protection regime for New Zealand’s water services.
Marine spatial planning is a game-changer
The Environmental Defence Society has released a report entitled Restoring the Sea: The role of marine spatial planning.
Second report on Government Target 9 released
The second quarterly report on progress towards the nine Government Targets has been published.
Towards an international treaty on plastic pollution
Aotearoa New Zealand is working with other countries on an international treaty on plastic pollution.
Single agency needed to coordinate climate adaptation and recovery
Infrastructure New Zealand is calling for the establishment of a single, central authority to coordinate climate adaptation and recovery efforts in New Zealand.
Commissioner for the Environment addresses Local Government NZ regional sector meeting
The Commissioner presented an address to Local Government New Zealand's regional sector meeting on 22 November in Wellington.