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Less natural gas use drives NZ emissions down
Industry emissions were down overall, but household emissions increased.
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Primary Sector
New government makes first visit to China
The trip aims to support efforts towards doubling the value of NZ’s exports.
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Gambling with Europe’s climate goals
Some green projects via the EU’s Innovation Fund are struggling to get off the ground.
Policy
NZ has major flip in migrant skill levels
Minister defends actions as recent migration surge led by low-skilled workers.
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