The Government is on track to meet its first and second emissions budgets, but remains off track for hitting its third budget, which begins in the 2030s.
The article from Newstalk ZB discusses the New Zealand government's latest climate plan, which has met some of its targets while missing others and has notably axed several policies from the previous Labour government. The plan includes the cancellation of the Clean Car Upgrade scheme, which was intended to help low-income families replace high-emission vehicles, and the removal of the requirement for councils to include emissions reduction in their planning. However, it retains the goal of reducing emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero by 2050. The government has also decided to keep the ban on new fossil fuel heating systems in homes and buildings from 2025. Critics argue that these changes could hinder New Zealand's progress towards its climate goals, while supporters believe the adjustments make the plan more practical and less burdensome on taxpayers. The plan also introduces new measures like a pricing mechanism for agricultural emissions starting in 2025, aiming to balance economic considerations with environmental responsibilities.
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