Tag: environmental_issues
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Greenpeace Aotearoa Calls for Rejection of Conservation Amendment Bill
Greenpeace Aotearoa strongly opposes the Conservation Amendment Bill, citing concerns over potential land sales, increased commercial exploitation, undermining Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and reduced public oversight.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentClimate ChangeLegalSocial Issues Greenpeace AotearoaConservation Amendment BillPublic Conservation LandTe Tiriti o WaitangiCommercial ExploitationDepartment of ConservationEnvironmental IssuesGreenpeace
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Rainbow Warrior Anniversary Highlights New Zealand's Stance on Peace and Environment Amidst New Mineral Deal
Greenpeace marks 41 years since the Rainbow Warrior bombing, warning that New Zealand's peace legacy is threatened by the Luxon government's proposed 'critical minerals' deal with the Trump administration, risking environmental damage and fueling global conflict.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentConflictGeneral PoliticsEconomyMilitarySocial IssuesFranceUSA Greenpeace AotearoaRainbow WarriorNuclear TestingCritical MineralsChristopher LuxonDonald J TrumpEnvironmental IssuesGreenpeace
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Greenpeace Demands Dairy Industry Regulation Following 2026 Climate Risk Assessment
Greenpeace is demanding immediate government regulation of New Zealand's intensive dairy industry following the 2026 National Climate Risk Assessment. The environmental group warns that agricultural emissions must be addressed to prevent increasingly severe extreme weather events and infrastructure damage.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessWeatherClimate ChangeEnvironmentAgricultureGeneral PoliticsAustralasia GreenpeaceDairy IndustryEnvironmental IssuesExtreme Weather
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Green Party Criticizes Government Over Delayed Climate Resilience Investment
Following a new Climate Change Commission report, the Green Party is criticizing the New Zealand government for cutting flood protection spending and delaying crucial climate resilience investments, warning that inaction will increase the cost of living.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWeatherGeneral PoliticsClimate ChangeEnvironmentEconomyAustralasia Environmental IssuesPoliticsGreen PartyChristopher LuxonChlöe Swarbrickelection