Government unveils five-point climate strategy
The Government has released its climate change strategy, setting out its approach to how it will deliver on New Zealand’s climate goals.
The strategy’s five pillars are focused on making sure:
infrastructure is resilient and communities are well-prepared
credible markets support the climate transition
clean energy is abundant and affordable
world-leading climate innovation boosts the economy
nature-based solutions address climate change
Examples of the Government’s plans under each pillar include:
Delivering a fair and enduring adaptation system that helps New Zealand be ready for climate change and provides clarity on costs.
Pricing emissions fairly and effectively to incentivise emissions reductions.
Doubling renewable energy by 2050 and installing 10,000 public charging points for electric vehicles.
Providing tools and removing barriers to help businesses to innovate and prepare for the future.
Restoring biodiversity, while investigating new ways of harnessing nature to remove emissions from the atmosphere.