Climate change

News and analysis of climate change and how it will affect New Zealand's economy, environment and population.
Breathing space proposed for climate reporting businesses
Sustainable Finance

Breathing space proposed for climate reporting businesses

The XRB is proposing to delay the introduction of some climate disclosure rules.

Greg Hurrell 09 Oct 2024
Startup Kwetta has solved the EV charging problem
Technology

Startup Kwetta has solved the EV charging problem

The Napier-based company has raised millions to take its products and approach global.

Ben Moore 20 Sep 2024
Politicians 'failing to lead' on climate change
Politics

Politicians 'failing to lead' on climate change

Rod Carr says the super-rich can't hide in their bunkers from the climate crisis.

Greg Hurrell 13 Sep 2024
Buying overseas carbon credits 'unrealistic option'

Buying overseas carbon credits 'unrealistic option'

NZ will have to reduce emissions by 101 mtCO2e by 2030 to avoid buying offshore credits.

Greg Hurrell 11 Sep 2024