During the year, MBIE strengthened New Zealand's energy security, affordability and sustainability, and supported the sustainable development of natural resources.
The Government consulted on expanding the voltage range allowed in regulations for the supply of electricity to support more rooftop solar panels and reduce electricity costs.
During the year, MBIE invested in tourism, major events and infrastructure initiatives to support economic growth, improve productivity and strengthen resilience across New Zealand.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is aware of the research and provided some funding to Associate Professor Dr Terri-Ann Berry at the Auckland University of Technology to study whether asbestos in sand becomes airborne when the sand is interacted with.
As a core public service agency, MBIE has an important role in supporting the Government and providing key services to New Zealanders.
Cabinet noted the next phase of government involvement in the Tāwhaki Joint Venture.
pdf, 227 KBMBIE supports the Government of the day in delivering core priorities, including the Government’s quarterly action plans, as well as economic strategies and policies.
Te Ara Amiorangi is MBIE’s organisational strategy. Te Ara refers to a pathway, and Amiorangi refers to a celestial navigation point. It sets the direction, highlighting where we need to focus our efforts to achieve our vision – to Grow New Zealand for all. This year, we updated Te Ara Amiorangi to reflect our current priorities and way forward.
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MBIE’s main responsibilities span 19 interconnected ministerial portfolios (with support for several more) across 3 funding areas (known as Votes).
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