Energy Policies of IEA Countries
Subtitle: New Zealand 2006
By: International Energy Agency
Series: Energy Policies of IEA Countries; Energy policies of IEA countries
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Published: 2006
Place of publication: Paris
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 172
ISBN-13: 9789264109704
Subjects: Force and energy; Power (Mechanics); Power resources
Description: This energy policy review of New Zealand offers a comprehensive analysis of the country’s energy sector, evaluating its strengths and weaknesses across the fuel mix, as well as looking at broader issues such as energy efficiency, environmental performance and technology research and development. It also includes policy critiques and recommendations, drawing on experience across IEA member countries. The review finds that New Zealand faces some serious energy sector challenges.  Natural gas production from the major Maui field is rapidly declining. New domestic resources must be found or an import capability developed and imports secured to assure long-term energy security. At the same time, New Zealand’s greenhouse gas emissions are rising: the most recent estimates put them at 21% above their Kyoto target over the first commitment period. Nevertheless, New Zealand's considered and proactive approach will serve it well in facing these challenges.
Table of contents: title: 1. Organisation of the Review; title: 2. Summary of Conclusions and Recommendations; title: 3. General Energy Policy; title: 4. Energy and the Environment; title: 5. Energy Efficiency; title: 6. New and Emerging Renewables; title: 7. Fossil Fuels; title: 8. Electricity; title: 9. Reserach and Development; title: Annex A. Energy Balances and Key Statistical Data; title: Annex B. International Energy Agency "Shared Goals"; title: Annex C. Glossary and List of Abbreviations