Topics tagged with 'NZ Market Report'
Buying local still the best deal
9 Apr 2010
New Zealand carbon prices are pretty much unchanged this week though the rise in the global carbon price is pushing CERs out of the frame for local emitters, OMFinancial reports.
Secondary CERs enter the picture
26 Mar 2010
Secondary CERs are starting to enter the frame locally as potentially useable credits – but only just, reports OMFinancial.
Emitters begin to sound out market
19 Mar 2010
Interest continues to build on both sides of our carbon market, OMFinancial reports.
Which way will emitters go?
12 Mar 2010
The main question as we near the July 1 start of emissions obligations is whether emitters default to the carbon tax at $25 or step into the market and buy cheaper carbon credits currently on offer at around NZ$20 per tonne, says OMFinancial.
Interest building in carbon
5 Mar 2010
Interest continues to build in the New Zealand market as the obligation start date of July 1 approaches, broker OMFinancial reports.
Interest builds in aggregated volumes
26 Feb 2010
Interest in New Zealand is building up in aggregated volumes as smaller sellers claim their carbon credits, OMFinancial reports.
Trading slow on local market
19 Feb 2010
Trading continues to be muted locally with little trading occurring across the strip, OMFinancial reports.
Little to drive carbon prices
12 Feb 2010
Global carbon prices have basically traded sideways over the past week with little to drive the market in either direction, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon trades in tight range
29 Jan 2010
The global carbon price has continued to trade a tight range this week, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon still feeling the Copenhagen effect
22 Jan 2010
Global carbon prices have been struggling since Copenhagen, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon price tumbles
18 Dec 2009
Carbon prices tumbled overnight as talks in Copenhagen continued to move at a snail's pace, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon price consolidates
11 Dec 2009
The global price of carbon consolidated towards the end of this week after initially spiking upwards, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon price eases upward
4 Dec 2009
The global price of carbon continues to eke upwards, having tested and bounced off support, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon prices steady and weak
27 Nov 2009
Global carbon prices have remained weak over the past few days, however spot secondary CERS are basically unchanged in NZ$ terms, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon sidetracks on lack-lustre market
20 Nov 2009
Global carbon prices have traded sideways over the past week in what can only be described as lack-lustre markets, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon prices weaken
13 Nov 2009
Global carbon prices have weakened over the week as European industrials sold EUAs and weaker energy markets weighed on the carbon price, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon prices hold steady
6 Nov 2009
Global carbon prices continue to trade just above recent overhead resistance, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon prices set to break out
30 Oct 2009
Global carbon prices continue to butt up against overhead resistance but a break-out for global prices is likely, OMFinancial reports.
Carbon slips back after early rally
23 Oct 2009
Global carbon initially rallied through the week and moved through overhead resistance but has slipped back overnight to basically end unchanged for the week in Euro terms but is a bit weaker in NZ$ terms, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
23 Oct 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) and Exchange Traded. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon follows rallying oil price
16 Oct 2009
Global carbon prices have continued to rally over the week, mainly following oil which has broken to the upside and is now trading at US$77.50 a barrel, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
16 Oct 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) and Exchange Traded. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon prices on steady path
9 Oct 2009
Carbon prices have firmed over the week but continue to be firmly entrenched in the trading range that has been in place since March of this year, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
9 Oct 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) and Exchange Traded. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon price stabilises
2 Oct 2009
Carbon prices appear to have stabilised in recent days helped by oil moving above US$70 per barrel, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
2 Oct 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) and Exchange Traded. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Court rulings weaken carbon price
23 Sep 2009
Carbon prices have weakened over the week mainly due to recent European court rulings that have resulted in Poland and Estonia receiving more EUAs under the allocation system, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
23 Sep 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) and Exchange Traded. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon moves down
18 Sep 2009
Carbon prices continue to look weak and have broken long-term support, reports broker OMFinancial.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
18 Sep 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over-the-counter and exchange traded.
Carbon registers slight fall
11 Sep 2009
Carbon weakened slightly overnight even as oil remained firm and at the top of its trading range, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
11 Sep 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon price steady
4 Sep 2009
Carbon prices continue to look stable and range-bound, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
4 Sep 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Firm oil price keeps carbon's head up
28 Aug 2009
Carbon has poked its head above its recent trading range mainly on the back of a firmer oil price, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
28 Aug 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Good week of gains for carbon
21 Aug 2009
Carbon has had a solid week of gains with the front CER vintage rallying 50 cents in the past fivetrading days, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
21 Aug 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon price marks time
14 Aug 2009
Carbon has traded a 10 cent range all week and there is little to move carbon either way at this point – it feels moribund and range bound, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
14 Aug 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon has a sideways week
7 Aug 2009
Carbon has continued to trade sideways all week, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
7 Aug 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon price consolidates
24 Jul 2009
Carbon continued to consolidate overnight although Europe is now entering the holiday season which will start to affect volumes and trades in the carbon markets, OMFinancial reports.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vintage – indicative mid-prices
24 Jul 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over the counter (OTC) on prices in size. Prices below are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon hangs on to recent gains
17 Jul 2009
Carbon has managed to hold on to recent gains and has looked a better bid than offered over the past few trading days, OMFinancial reports.
Current carbon credits available
17 Jul 2009
NZ AAUs – 2008 to 2018 – 1.5 million tonnes - price on application.
Latest strip of CERs 2009 – 2012 vuntage – indicative mid-prices
17 Jul 2009
OMFinancial is able to deal over-the-counter on prices in size. Prices are indicative, subject to change and subject to counterparty credit assessment.
Carbon rallies strongly
14 Jul 2009
Carbon rallied strongly overnight on its own volition as other energy markets were relatively subdued with oil slightly down, OMFinancial reports.
Current carbon credits available
14 Jul 2009
NZ AAUs – 2008 to 2018 – 1.5 million tonnes - price on application
Climate progress slowing, says Auckland councillor
Today 11:30am
By Shannon Morris-Williams | The devastating cyclone that tore through Tāmaki Makaurau in 2023 left behind more than just broken infrastructure, sparking calls to focus on facts over ideology in the fight against climate change.
Controversy around NZ’s methane target hits international press
Tue 3 Jun 2025
By Liz Kivi | New Zealand’s approach to methane targets has hit international media, with climate scientists from multiple countries penning an open letter warning Prime Minister Christopher Luxon not to weaken methane targets.
Greenwashing is rife in Australia, but could its days be numbered?
28 May 2025
COMMENT: Have you ever ticked the box to “fly carbon neutral”, had something delivered via “carbon-neutral shipping” or chosen to pay a bit extra to buy “carbon-neutral gas” from your energy retailer?
Help sustainable aviation fuels take off or delay targets, airlines warn EU
20 May 2025
Earmarked funding, risk-reduction tools, and simplified imports top Airlines for Europe’s wish list for the EU’s upcoming Sustainable Transport Investment Plan.
Microplastics found in sand on dozens of NZ beaches
Wed 4 Jun 2025
Scientists have extracted microplastics from the sand of 22 beaches from the Far North to Banks Peninsula.
Sustainability claims questioned as renewable diesel surges
14 May 2025
Critics are sceptical about industry claims of renewable diesel life-cycle greenhouse gas emission cuts and warn renewable diesel carbon releases will surge if sourcing is scaled up, triggering tropical deforestation as producers convert forests to energy crops, such as oil palm and soy.
Govt mulls status quo for ETS auction settings
29 May 2025
By Liz Kivi | The government has released its consultation on the Climate Change Commission’s latest advice on Emissions Trading Scheme auction settings and volumes, putting forward the option to ignore the commission’s advice to boost auction volumes from 2028-2030.
Food giants’ climate plans lack credibility, new report finds
Today 11:30am
Food firms are inflating their climate targets with carbon removals and weak deforestation claims, according to a report from the NewClimate Institute and Carbon Market Watch.
Carbon price too low to fund carbon capture
20 May 2025
The government’s climate target to 2030 is at risk, after revelations that a carbon capture project which the government was relying on to deliver one third of its carbon reductions, might not go ahead.
Fight over coal mine heats up
Fri 30 May 2025
Forest & Bird is calling on the government to create a new scientific reserve covering the Denniston Plateau on the West Coast, which would stop a fast-tracked coal mine.
Trump’s actions are already having consequences for climate, especially for the IPCC - expert
11 Apr 2025
Leading climate scientist, Dr Kevin Trenberth, left the US and came home to New Zealand because of the rise of Donald Trump. In this comment piece, he writes that he is appalled in multiple ways by the so-called “war on science” unfolding through staff cuts and the president’s policy edicts.
Common low-grade clay strengthens low-carbon concrete
Today 11:30am
Media release | Engineers at RMIT University have converted low-grade clay into a high-performance cement supplement, opening a potential new market in sustainable construction materials.
Cuts to climate finance put exports in jeopardy: Lawyers
23 May 2025
By Liz Kivi | The government has halved international climate finance, a move aid organisations describe as “devastating,” and which lawyers say could put our Paris Agreement commitments and export market access at risk.
Watts talks big on energy reform, but barriers persist
29 May 2025
By Shannon Morris-Williams | Energy and Climate Change minister Simon Watts says the government is doubling down on efforts to boost renewable energy generation, streamline regulation, and drive private sector investment as New Zealand faces mounting energy security and affordability challenges.
Gas supply reducing faster than forecast
Today 11:30am
By Liz Kivi | Gas reserves have reduced 27% as of 1 January 2025 compared to last year, according to data released today by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.
Govt budgets $200m for would-be gas investors
23 May 2025
By Liz Kivi | Energy Resources Aotearoa has welcomed the government's plan to co-invest $200 million in fossil gas expansion, while environmental and climate groups have reacted with horror.
Death toll from Nigeria flash floods rises to 151
Tue 3 Jun 2025
At least 151 people in central Nigeria are now known to have died following flash floods that destroyed homes and displaced thousands of residents earlier this week.
Oceans Commission must have teeth – minister
14 May 2025
If an Oceans Commission were to be established under the government it would need genuine powers to make change, says Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Shane Jones.
Environmentalists see forestry changes as dangerous step for Tairāwhiti
Tue 3 Jun 2025
By Zita Campbell, Local Democracy Reporter | Tairāwhiti environmentalists have called changes for commercial forestry under proposed Resource Management Act reforms “a slap in the face” and a return to weaker forestry regulations.
Vanuatu criticises Australia for extending gas project while making COP31 bid
Wed 4 Jun 2025
Vanuatu’s climate minister has expressed disappointment over Australia’s decision to extend one of the world’s biggest liquefied natural gas projects and said it raises questions over its bid to co-host the COP31 summit with Pacific nations.
Hotter and deeper: how NZ’s plan to drill for ‘supercritical’ geothermal energy holds promise and risk
2 Apr 2025
By David Dempsey, University of Canterbury | New Zealand’s North Island features a number of geothermal systems, several of which are used to generate some 1,000 MegaWatts of electricity. But deeper down there may be even more potential.
Electrification challenge for politicians, regulators
27 May 2025
Rewiring Aotearoa is calling for stronger political leadership to bring its vision of a cheaper, cleaner and stronger energy system to life, with the launch of its policy manifesto today.
Could ‘orange’ hydrogen be NZ’s key to net-zero?
Fri 30 May 2025
By Liz Kivi | New Zealand could be sitting on resources for a thriving multi-billion-dollar, low-carbon hydrogen economy, which might even be capable of creating a net reduction of carbon dioxide, according to scientists.
Energy Australia is in court accused of greenwashing. What is the case about and why is it significant?
16 May 2025
Climate group alleges energy giant misled 400,000 customers about ‘Go Neutral’ product, arguing that carbon credits don’t actually remove emissions.
Methanex closure comes early this year
14 May 2025
The almost-now-annual closure of Methanex has come earlier this year, giving more confidence that the electricity system will get through the winter without a fuel shortfall.
What happened to the hydrogen economy?
Tue 3 Jun 2025
The hydrogen car that was supposed to carry us into a cleaner future is still not in the driveway. In fact, outside of a few test markets, it’s not in anyone’s driveway.
Climate change could drive surge in foreclosures and lender losses, new study finds
22 May 2025
Extreme weather linked to climate change could spell financial ruin for many American homeowners and lead to billions in losses for lenders, a new study finds.
Will NZ walk away from the Paris Agreement?
20 Dec 2024
By Geoff Bertram | COMMENT: Unless the government can find very cheap offshore mitigation, the temptation to walk away from its Paris Agreement obligations may well be too strong to resist for a coalition government focused on fiscal austerity.
Energy Australia apologises to 400,000 customers and settles greenwashing legal action
22 May 2025
Energy retailer says carbon offsetting ‘not the most effective way’ to reduce emissions.
Carbon News launches price index
24 Jun 2024
Today’s issue is the first to feature Carbon News’ own carbon price index for secondary market spot prices for NZUs on New Zealand’s compliance market.
Govt's RMA overhaul sparks fears for nature and climate
Fri 30 May 2025
By Shannon Morris-Williams | The Government has opened public consultation on the biggest overhaul of environmental planning rules in New Zealand’s history, with critics warning it puts nature and climate at risk in favour of fast-tracked development and industry expansion.
Waste Levy risks becoming ‘slush fund’ under proposed changes – Commissioner
Today 11:30am
By Shannon Morris-Williams | Proposed changes to New Zealand's waste legislation risk undermining public trust in the waste levy scheme, according to Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton.
From sovereignty to sustainability: United Nations Ocean Conference
Today 11:30am
While ocean governance was once designed to protect the marine interests of states, nowadays it must also address the numerous climate and environmental challenges facing the oceans.
Tech alone won’t save us, warns climate expert
Wed 4 Jun 2025
By Shannon Morris-Williams | Technology alone won't be enough to reach net zero emissions, environmental psychologist Lorraine Whitmarsh told the Carbon and Energy Professionals conference in Auckland last week.
New research reveals NZ’s natural resource footprint
29 May 2025
Media release | New research from the office of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment reveals that about 107 million tonnes of natural resources were required to produce the goods and services consumed by New Zealanders in 2019 – approximately 21 tonnes per person on average.
NZ's first chance in 20 years to catch up on waste
Fri 30 May 2025
Media release | The government has announced proposals for updating the Waste Minimisation Act and the Litter Act. For the first time in nearly 20 years, Kiwis have a chance to catch up with other countries to reduce our waste and litter.
Dismissals 'massive win' for climate movement
13 May 2025
The outstanding charges against 25 climate activists who disrupted traffic in Wellington have been dropped, a move the group calls a win for the climate movement.
Straterra has a new name: the New Zealand Minerals Council
16 Apr 2025
Media release | Straterra has been renamed as New Zealand Minerals Council, says chief executive Josie Vidal.
US: Clean energy project cancellations top $14 Billion so far in 2025
Wed 4 Jun 2025
Businesses have pulled the plug on big projects amid Trump’s retreat on climate action. But plenty remain in the pipeline, awaiting a Congressional decision on tax credits.
A fungus that can ‘eat you from the inside out’ could spread as the world heats up
27 May 2025
Infection-causing fungi responsible for millions of deaths a year will spread significantly to new regions as the planet heats up, new research predicts — and the world is not prepared.
Green budget 'ludicrous la-la land' – govt
15 May 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said the budget was "clown show economics" and an "absolute circus".
United Nations carbon market rules agreed but concerns remain
25 Nov 2024
New carbon market rules agreed at the fractious UN climate summit will be a relief to New Zealand and Singapore, who were leading the negotiations, but concerns about greenwashing and disadvantaging nature-based solutions remain.
“It’s not the car – it’s how we move” – EECA
Tue 3 Jun 2025
By Shannon Morris-Williams| New Zealand’s transport emissions conversation has focused heavily on electric vehicles – but Richard Briggs, group manager, delivery and partnerships at the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority, says we’re asking the wrong question.
Europe’s next climate target may already have been agreed in Berlin
28 May 2025
Germany’s new coalition has adopted a climate stance shaped by talks with the EU’s top climate official, signalling where the bloc may land on a likely upcoming 2040 emissions target.
Water crisis on the horizon?
26 May 2025
Media release | Sewage contaminating Auckland oyster farms highlights the “dire state” of water infrastructure in Aotearoa, says University of Auckland Associate Professor Daniel Hikuroa.
Tropical forest loss hit new heights in 2024; fire a major driver in Latin America
23 May 2025
Tropical forest loss skyrocketed in 2024, with vast swaths of primary forest consumed by fire, according to new satellite data.
For the first time, China invests more in wind and solar than coal overseas
29 May 2025
China’s Belt and Road Initiative, long derided for its heavy carbon footprint, was dominated by wind and solar power projects for the first time from 2022 to 2023, according to a new analysis. But coal plants financed in earlier years are still coming online.
