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Policy reversals threaten progress NZ has made on reducing emissions

By Andrea Graves
Science writer·New Zealand Listener·
14 Apr, 2025 05:00 PM3 mins to read

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Climate and energy expert Christina Hood: Electrification would have a positive effect on productivity. Photo / Supplied
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