A critique of New Zealand’s climate policies, particularly the Zero Carbon Act and ETS, arguing they have compromised energy security, led to the closure of the Marsden Point refinery, and contributed to deindustrialisation and rising living costs.
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prioritizing economic and environmental realities over compliance
\\ \\ **Press Release**\\ \\ **ACT won't sacrifice farmers for Paris targets**\\ \\ ****Andrew Hoggard****\\ \\ 10 Jun 2026\\ \\ ACT is announcing a science-based climate policy that puts New Zealand's interests first. If the Paris Agreement cannot accommodate targets that reflect the real warming impact of New Zealand's emissions, then New Zealand should leave it.\\ \\ **Read More**Spotted something wrong on this page? Report a correction.