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Opportunities to cut NZ’s road transport emissions
Speech by Hon Simon Bridges – Minister of Transport, Minister of Energy and Resources
Wednesday, 21 October 2015, 10:45 am
Good morning everyone.
Transitioning to a low carbon economy and making the most of technology are significant themes in both my energy and transport portfolios.
New Zealand faces transport and energy challenges. We want to continue to grow our economy and help New Zealanders to prosper. This means we need secure and affordable energy, and a transport system that meets people’s needs. At the same time, we have to reduce our carbon emissions.
I believe the potential of energy and fuel efficiency remains largely untapped. In many cases, the main barrier preventing people taking action is a lack of awareness and information. By increasing awareness we can show that success and economic growth doesn’t have to mean consuming more fuel or more energy.
The time is ripe to embrace change and new technologies, given the international focus on climate change. Over time, sometimes imperceptibly to those not watching closely, new technologies and innovations are transforming everything in transport — and, for that matter, in my other key portfolio of energy.
