Last week the government announced that a series of products are to be placed on a priority list as part of the waste minimization act, which includes e-waste, which Hannah covered yesterday, as well as a range of plastics. By doing so, levvys will be put in place and requirements to create more integration into the circular economy. The circular economy is an idea which revolves around the fact that many of the products do not go in a full circular fashion as materials do in nature, instead ending up in places such as landfills. While the intention is positive, there is potential for unintended consequences as voiced by the plastic industry. To understand more of their concerns, James talks to Rachel Barker, the CEO of Plastics NZ, about what this will mean for the future.
The Climate Change Commission's advice stressed the importance of technology in reducing New Zealand's emissions.
The roadmap has suggested factories to substitue coal and gas for electricity and hydrogen, while products and packaging will be redesigned to minimize emissions, and power generation will move to solar, wind, or geothermal energy.
Producer Louis spoke with Victoria University's Justin Hodgkiss about the report and the role that technology could play in reducing emissions.
On Friday morning, the United Nations announced the beginning of a project to see the minimization of plastic pollution throughout the planet.
The next few months will see negotiations made about how we can regulate plastic pollution and what the next steps are to combat the Climate Crisis.
GreenPeace has been campaigning for changes to be made for years, and many within the organisation calling this a historical moment. Liam spoke to Plastic Spokesperson for GreenPeace Aotearoa, Juressa Lee about the treaty.
Justin and Conor reports on the life of Northern Ireland politician John Hume who passed away earlier this week.
James spoke to Plastics NZ CEO Rachel Barker about priority products when it comes to waste minimization.
Justin caught with Zoe on Neighbourhood Watch to talk about a new coronavirus outbreak in Victoria and the federal government renewing failed targets to improve the lives of Aboriginal Australians.
James reports on the passing of a bill reforming the Tenancies Act.
On the 29th of September, the second New Zealand Food Waste Summit will be held in Wellington, bringing together innovators across Aotearoa to discuss ways to combat food insecurity and excess food waste.
Ahead of the conference, Emily spoke to WasteMINZ Senior Projects Manager Sarah Pritchett about existing food waste minimization efforts and how households can do their bit to act sustainably.
Bike Auckland is an organisation that promotes and supports cyclists across Auckland with various events and campaigns. The organisation also looks at road usage from a climate standpoint, promoting cycling as a low emission alternative to driving.
Last week the government unveiled its new transport policy, which included minimal support for cyclists or the environment. Wire host Castor spoke to chair of Bike Auckland Karen Hormann about both the organisation and the policy announcement.
On Sunday the government announced new measures to combat increased rates of youth offending. Along with increased police presence on Queen Street, they also promised the introduction of military style boot camps for youth offenders.
Military style boot camps have been implemented several times in Aotearoa, to minimal success. They have been met with criticism for their failure to address the root issues of youth offending, and the high rates of reconviction.
The government has also met recent criticism for its cuts in the public sector, particularly for ACT party leader David Seymour’s comments that more cuts should be expected.
In our weekly catchup with the National Party, Wire host Castor spoke to MP Tom Rutherford about the boot camps proposal and the impact of cuts in the public sector.
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