CLIMATE CHANGE: Is New Zealand’s business sector doing enough?

In early August Climate Change Minister James Shaw released the Government’s Climate Action Plan in response to the Productivity Commission’s inquiry into the low emissions economy, saying the Government is committed to a just and rapid transition to a low emissions economy.

In his announcement at the time, he noted that the commission was clear that “We must work together across every sector of our economy, from energy to transport to agriculture. We are all in this together. Whether it’s supporting coastal communities to plan for sea level rise, working to make electric cars cheaper for families, or partnering with businesses and farmers to find the best ways to reduce their emissions and create sustainable jobs, our Government is working alongside New Zealanders to tackle the climate crisis.”

Cabinet has agreed to 43 of the Productivity