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Fit for purpose regulation of consumer credit – Minute of Decision

Cabinet agreed on a number of proposals relating to consumer credit regulation.

Summary of submissions: Enabling investment in offshore renewable energy – December 2022

Summary of submissions received for the first discussion document on offshore renewable energy: Enabling investment in offshore renewable energy.

Submission template: Consultation on Implementing a ban on new fossil-fuel baseload electricity gene...

Gas Transition Plan issues paper

The release of an issues paper on the key challenges and opportunities for phasing out fossil gas to inform development of the Plan.

Measures for transition to an expanded and highly renewable electricity system

This issues paper looks at what additional measures are needed to ensure New Zealand’s electricity system is affordable, reliable and resilient while we transition to an expanded and more highly renewable system.

Implementing a ban on new fossil-fuel baseload electricity generation

This document seeks feedback on the design and implementation of a ban of new fossil-fuel baseload electricity generation.

Regulatory Impact Statement: Offshore renewable energy, in principle decisions for regulating feasib...

Analysis on proposals for managing feasibility activities for offshore

Developing a regulatory framework for offshore renewable energy

The second discussion document for public consultation on proposals for offshore renewable energy regulation.

Carbon Capture and Storage: Taking Action under the Present Law

This report examines the settings for carbon capture and storage and makes recommendations for change and reform. It examines relevant law and policy relating to environmental management, the Exclusive Economic Zone, Crown minerals, and the Emissions Trading Scheme. It addresses legal questions concerning long-term liability for geological sequestration, property rights, and competitive behaviour.

Review of CCUS/CCS Potential in New Zealand – March 2023

This report reviewed the carbon capture, utilisation and storage opportunities and reports on two potential candidates, the Maui and Kapuni gas fields in Taranaki, reviewing the technical and economic aspects of these projects.