Govt unveils 'carbon removals framework' and streamlines 'climate change' laws

Govt unveils 'carbon removals framework' and streamlines 'climate change' laws

Government launches ‘Carbon Removals Framework’ and climate law reforms, expanding costly carbon schemes despite uncertain climate benefits. ‘Climate Change’ Minister Simon Watts has announced a new Assessment Framework for Carbon Removals alongside reforms to New Zealand’s climate change legislation, aiming to make the system simpler and to expand carbon reduction efforts beyond forestry. The framework, a key action from the Government’s second…

Improving New Zealand’s climate change act

Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has released a new Assessment Framework for Carbon Removals, alongside a range of improvements to New Zealand’s climate change legislation. “The Carbon Removals Assessment Framework is a crucial step toward recognising and rewarding non-forestry carbon removals in New Zealand, unlocking new opportunities for landholders and businesses,” Mr Watts says. This new framework delivers a priority action from the seco…