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November 2019This report describes the development of a Hydrogeological-Unit Map for New Zealand, which provides a classification of geological units in terms of their importance for groundwater flow and storage in an ArcGIS seamless digital map. Read more -
November 2019This report reviews groundwater models in New Zealand. Read more -
July 2019This discussion document outlines the Government’s proposals to address greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture. Tackling these emissions is vital to enable us to transition to a low-emissions and climate-resilient country. Read more -
November 2019This report describes national data sets related to groundwater flux estimation, including the methodologies to undertake this work and resultant digital data sets. Read more -
November 2019This report describes an update of New Zealand's depth to hydrogeological basement map, including the methodology used to undertake this work and the resultant digital data sets. Read more -
December 2019This document outlines the Government’s proposals for the provisional emissions budget and the accompanying NZ ETS settings. Read more -
April 2019This report summarises submissions made on improvements to the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme. Read more -
November 2019This discussion document outlines the Government’s proposals for the rules for auctioning in the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme to align the supply of NZ ETS units with New Zealand's emissions reduction targets. Read more -
November 2019This paper provides a background on the electricity allocation factor (EAF), its initial modelling techniques and outlines the need for a review. Read more -
December 2019This guide provides information for people who import, manufacture, or sell products covered by New Zealand’s Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS). Read more -
September 2019This framework provides the approach to be used in completing the National Climate Change Risk Assessment (NCCRA). It includes the framing and templates, along with guidance materials that will be used to assess climate change risks at a national level. Read more -
November 2019This report presents the approach and results of groundwater use in New Zealand. Read more -
May 2019This Example GHG Report is part of a suite of eight documents that comprise the 2019 Measuring Emissions: A Guide for Organisations. It shows what a finished greenhouse gas inventory might look like. Read more -
May 2019We are consulting with parties affected by proposed technical updates to New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZ ETS) regulations. Read more -
April 2019This guide outlines the process of gathering information to make decisions about investigating, managing and remediating sites in New Zealand contaminated with PFAS. Read more -
August 2019The Government is consulting on a proposal for a new National Policy Statement on Urban Development (NPS-UD). The NPS-UD will provide clear direction to local government about how to enable opportunities for development in New Zealand’s urban areas. Read more -
August 2019The Government is proposing how New Zealand’s chemical management system can be improved to ensure greater protection for people and the environment. This discussion document outlines our proposals and ask questions for your feedback. Read more -
November 2019This consultation document provides information about the proposed new National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity. Read more -
August 2019This document provides an ‘at a glance’ summary of the Government’s consultation on a proposal for a new National Policy Statement on Urban Development (NPS-UD). Read more -
August 2019This brochure provides a summary of our consultation document on proposed priority products and priority product stewardship guidelines. The consultation will determine which products are included in co-design of regulated production stewardship schemes and the guidelines co-design. Read more -
Proposed priority products and priority product stewardship scheme guidelines: Consultation documentAugust 2019This consultation document presents the Government's proposals for co-design of regulated product stewardship schemes, including the proposed priority products and design guidelines for accredited schemes. Read more -
November 2019The Resource Management Review Panel has been established to undertake a comprehensive review of the Resource Management Act and other significant legislation comprising the resource management system. Read more -
November 2019This is a summary of the discussion document for the proposed National Policy Statement for Indigenous Biodiversity. Read more -
September 2019This document sets out proposals for consultation on measures to stop the degradation of waterways and restore them to a healthy state. Read more