Biofuels are any fuel produced from biological matter or 'biomass'. This can include agricultural and forestry crops and residues, organic by-products, and waste. Biofuels can help reduce emissions and contribute towards meeting Aotearoa New Zealand’s climate targets.
This page contains data tables for oil production, transformation and consumption. It also includes some brief outlines of distribution and storage of oil products in New Zealand.
This discussion paper provides the basis for public consultation on the proposed fee options for permitted petroleum and minerals activity. The proposals outlined in this document are preliminary only and are subject to change. The closing date for submissions is midday, Friday, 12 August 2016.
Submissions are closed on the discussion document for the Review of the Crown Minerals Act 1991. The review sought to ensure the Act’s settings contribute to mining that responsibly balances environmental, social, and economic considerations and meets the evolving needs of New Zealand’s society.