Tag: shane_jones
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New Zealand Launches $1.2 Billion Gas Transition Loan Scheme
The New Zealand Government introduces a $1.2 billion loan guarantee scheme to help businesses transition from gas, aiming to protect jobs and secure dwindling supplies. It also includes new gas market transparency legislation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyEnergyEnvironment Gas Transition Loan Guarantee SchemeNicola WillisSimeon BrownShane JonesFinanceGas Market TransparencyNew Zealand Government
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Kaimai Hydro-Electric Scheme Gains Fast-Track Approval for Continued Renewable Energy Production
The Kaimai Hydro-Electric Power Scheme in Bay of Plenty secured Fast-track approval for its continued operation, boosting New Zealand's renewable energy infrastructure. The scheme powers 24,600 homes and avoids significant CO2 emissions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyEnvironmentLegalEconomy Kaimai Hydro-Electric Power SchemeFast-track approvalRenewable energyBay of PlentyChris BishopShane JonesNew Zealand Government
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Fourth Petroleum Exploration Permit Application Opens in Waikato
New Zealand's fourth petroleum exploration permit application has entered a competitive process for an onshore and offshore area in Waikato, signaling renewed sector confidence following the recent ban removal, as Resources Minister Shane Jones emphasizes gas's ongoing energy role.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnergyLegal Petroleum ExplorationWaikatoShane JonesEnergy PolicyGas ProductionCompetitive ProcessNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Government Streamlines Marine Aquaculture Regulations to Boost Sector Growth
The New Zealand Government has announced updates to marine aquaculture regulations, effective 4 June. The changes aim to reduce administrative burdens, encourage technological innovation, and help the sector reach a target of $3 billion in annual export revenue.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsEconomyEnvironmentLegalAustralasiaAgriculture AquacultureEnvironmental PolicyResource Management ActChris BishopShane JonesNew Zealand Government
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Media Monitor: Protests Confront Minister Jones Over Fast-Track Projects
RNZ reports that Minister Shane Jones was confronted by protesters in Whangārei over fast-track projects, Hamish Kerr won a Diamond League meeting, and the Tall Blacks will play for bronze at the Asia Cup.
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthWeather RNZShane JonesWhangāreiFast-track ConsentingHamish KerrTall BlacksAsia CupRNZ News
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NZ Government Allocates $200M for Gas Field Investments
New Zealand's coalition Government commits $200 million to co-invest in new gas fields, aiming to secure domestic energy supply and stimulate economic growth amid declining natural gas reserves.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnergy Shane Jonesnatural gasinvestmentenergy securitycoalition GovernmentPohokura