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Call for calm on fracking - Straterra
Friday, 4 November 2011, 5:03 pm | Straterra
New Zealanders concerned about hydraulic fracturing (fracking) in oil and gas development are urged to consider the issues carefully before leaping to conclusions, Straterra says. More >>
Report shows CCS could work in NZ – Straterra
Wednesday, 2 November 2011, 1:50 pm | Straterra
Straterra welcomed today a new report concluding that carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies could work safely and effectively in New Zealand. “This will be of interest to coal including lignite, and gas-based industries in New Zealand,” ... More >>
Care needed with ETS review report - Straterra
Thursday, 15 September 2011, 5:15 pm | Straterra
The New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme review report is unjustifiably optimistic on the global climate change response, and the Government is urged to get its own facts before reaching any decisions, Straterra says. More >>
Coal and petroleum key part of NZ's energy future
Tuesday, 30 August 2011, 12:15 pm | Straterra
The Government's energy strategy charts the right path for New Zealand, Straterra says. Straterra CEO Chris Baker was commenting today on the announcement today by Acting- Minister of Energy and Resources Hon Hekia Parata of the New Zealand Energy ... More >>
Govt has rock solid proposals for EEZ - Straterra
Wednesday, 24 August 2011, 5:43 pm | Straterra
Proposed environmental effects legislation for New Zealand's wider marine jurisdiction will provide much-needed certainty for the development of ocean resources, Straterra says. More >>
Straterra strengthens board
Monday, 25 July 2011, 12:23 pm | Straterra
Resource sector representative body Straterra has added two new members to its board of directors, Cam Wylie and Simon Henderson. More >>
New EEZ legislation more certainty for investment
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 12:01 pm | Straterra
Businesses will be able to access a modified form of the RMA in the oceans, following Environment Minister Nick Smith’s announcement today, Straterra says. More >>
Police action necessary to keep NZ attractive for investment
Wednesday, 13 April 2011, 5:04 pm | Straterra
Straterra The enforcement by police of a 200-metre buffer between protesters and the Petrobras vessel Orient Explorer is the right action for New Zealand, Straterra says. Straterra CEO Chris Baker said today “This action is absolutely necessary ... More >>
The Govt Should Stop the Obstruction of Petrobras
Tuesday, 12 April 2011, 5:27 pm | Straterra
The Petrobras affair is unfolding in extra-ordinary fashion in the media. Amid strong protests at sea, the Government is dilly-dallying over whether or not to intervene. More >>
Straterra's Submission - ETS Review
Wednesday, 6 April 2011, 3:58 pm | Straterra
Introduction (see pages 5ff for answers to consultation questions) 1. Straterra Inc was formed in 2008 to be a collective voice for the New Zealand resource sector. Its membership represents 84% by value of New Zealand minerals production (excluding ... More >>
Submission: Gazetting New Zealand’s 2050 emissions target
Monday, 28 February 2011, 8:31 pm | Straterra
1. Straterra Inc was formed in 2008 to be a collective voice for the New Zealand resource sector. Its membership represents 84% by value of New Zealand minerals production (excluding oil & gas, and geothermal), as well as exploration, research, service ... More >>
Submission - RMA Interface with the Conservation Act 1987
Monday, 14 February 2011, 1:14 pm | Straterra
1 . Straterra Inc was formed in 2008 to be a collective voice for the New Zealand resource sector. Its membership represents 84% by value of New Zealand minerals production (excluding oil & gas, and geothermal), as well as exploration, research, service ... More >>
Straterra welcomes pragmatism on air-quality standards
Monday, 31 January 2011, 3:40 pm | Straterra
The Government’s relaxing of unrealistic deadlines for entry into force of air-quality standards injects a welcome dose of sanity into this debate, Straterra CEO Chris Baker says. “Environment Minister Nick Smith has announced a practical and achievable ... More >>
Speculation unhelpful to Pike River Coal rescue effort
Tuesday, 23 November 2010, 2:29 pm | Straterra
“The 29 men trapped underground in the Pike River Coal mine and their families are uppermost in our thoughts while we continue to wait for news,” Straterra CEO Chris Baker said today. More >>
Coastal Policy Statement Recognises Development
Friday, 29 October 2010, 1:16 pm | Straterra
The new coastal policy framework provides clear direction for local authorities to consider development in their planning, provided good information is available on which to base decisions, Straterra says. More >>
New Zealand cushioned against oil shocks
Thursday, 14 October 2010, 5:08 pm | Straterra
New Zealand is in an excellent position to withstand any future oil shocks, thanks to our abundant energy resources and in particular our lignite and geothermal resources, Straterra says. More >>
Crown Minerals Act review needs more work
Friday, 8 October 2010, 4:25 pm | Straterra
The Government’s objectives for the review of the Crown minerals regime are sound but will require more work to achieve them, Straterra says. More >>
Straterra welcomes PCE report on mining on conserv
Tuesday, 21 September 2010, 2:25 pm | Straterra
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment’s report brings a welcome dose of sanity to the mining debate, Straterra CEO Chris Baker said today. More >>
Expansion of Crown Minerals sees bright future
Monday, 20 September 2010, 4:42 pm | Straterra
Government plans to strengthen the management of Crown minerals recognise the growing importance of resources to the New Zealand economy, says Straterra. More >>
Samaritans Extend 0800 Coverage to Help Earthquake
Tuesday, 14 September 2010, 5:29 pm | Straterra
Samaritans of NZ has extended its 0800 number coverage to help those in need of a listening ear after the Canterbury earthquake. The number to call is 0800 726 666 . More >>
