Commerce and Consumer Affairs – 2023
Titles of documents the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs received from MBIE in 2023.
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Tui Project: decommissioning the Tui oil field
The NZ Government is managing the decommissioning of the Tui oil field assets in the wake of the financial problems affecting the permit operator Tamarind Taranaki Ltd.
Data and modelling
Responsible training data collection and modelling practices support useful, secure and fair artificial intelligence systems.
Open banking regulations
This page explains open banking regulations under the Customer and Product Data Act 2025 and provides documents relating to their development.
Outcome 4: Strong and resilient economy delivering energy security and value from resources
A strong and resilient economy is essential to the country’s long-term success and to helping weather global and national changes and natural disasters. Energy security and renewable energy sources provide better economic stability and ensure the nation’s autonomy. The strategic and responsible development of New Zealand’s natural resources enables economic growth and activity. Under this outcome, we also make important contributions to three pillars of Going For Growth (Pillar 2: Competitive business settings, Pillar 3: Promoting global trade and investment and Pillar 5: Infrastructure for growth).
University of Auckland funded Research Programmes
University of Auckland is receiving Research Programmes funding for the following projects.
Promoting Global Trade and Investment
Updated November 2025 New Zealand’s economy relies heavily on exports from a range of sectors, including food and fibre, tourism, technology, and education. These industries are key sources of foreign income. The Government has set an ambitious goal of doubling export value in 10 years. To achieve this, New Zealand must improve access to international markets, increase the value and diversity of its exports, and attract high-quality investment to boost productivity and support long-term growth.
Summary of submissions on the draft Critical Minerals List
This document provides a summary of submissions on the draft Critical Minerals List for New Zealand (the List). Consultation on the List started on 15 September and closed on 10 October 2024. Insights from submissions were considered by MBIE officials and Wood Mackenzie and informed advice to the Minister for Resources.
What is geothermal and how is it important to New Zealand?
Our unique geology provides New Zealand with an extraordinary opportunity to harness a powerful and versatile natural resource with diverse applications. Stunning vistas showcasing precious geothermal surface features, combined with early innovation in energy development, laid the foundation for New Zealand’s energy profile and propelled us forward as a global leader.
Emerging trends in building design, technologies, and materials
This section provides an overview of key innovation trends currently reshaping the global construction landscape. It also features local examples applying and adapting these trends.