The NZ Climate Change Commission has released draft recommendations to ensure the country achieves its net-zero targets.
Tag: New Zealand
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NZ Climate Change and Adaptation Report for Agribusiness Sector
Climate change is an increasing concern for NZ farmers, where the agriculture sector emissions account for almost half its total emissions.
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How NZ Can Adapt to Climate Change Impacts
The 2nd edition of the IPCC AR6 Working Group II report – Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability, has a chapter on New Zealand and Australia.
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NZ’s Environment Report Highlights Accountability and Impact
The wise use of financial resources is crucial in implementing efficient and successful climate adaptation and mitigation plans and programs.
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What Does the Climate Emergency Declaration of NZ Councils Mean?
The New Zealand Government declared a climate change emergency on 2 December 2020 and committed to a carbon-neutral government by 2025.
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Climate Adaptation Example – Matatā, New Zealand’s Managed Retreat
Matatā NZ shows how extreme climate events can affect a once peaceful and tight-knit community, forcing them to adapt through managed retreat.
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Climate Change Impacts and the Cost to New Zealand’s Economy
The report aims to indicate the costs associated with climate change, cost-benefit analysis of resilience investments, and related policies.
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NZ Converting Used Tyres to Cement Mitigates Emissions and Waste
A cement plant in New Zealand uses car tyres to fuel its kilns, aiming to reduce coal use by 15%, iron sand use, and carbon emissions.
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New Zealand Coastal Society (NZCS) 2020 Conference
The New Zealand Coastal Society (NZCS) 2020 Conference will be comprised of three events including an online webinar and gatherings in 5 regions: Eric Verstappen Young Professionals Networking 12 noon to 1.30 pm Face-to-face gatherings over lunch in three centres for students and young professionals (<5 years in service). This event provides students and early...
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NZ Requires Financial Sectors to Report on Climate Risks
To help businesses comply with the govt’s mandatory climate-related financial disclosure, the Climate Intelligence Platform is being proposed.