This paper argues that climate change poses significant economic risks to businesses, as well as substantial investment opportunities. It looks at the economic risks and barriers to investment and the potential benefits for business of acting early. The author calls for policy measures that reduce barriers and incentivise private investment in climate solutions.

This report argues that New Zealand must make strategic decisions now about how it will respond to the impact of climate change on the insurance industry. It asserts that without policy intervention, outcomes will be regionally inconsistent and further entrench existing inequalities. The report explores various options for how New Zealand might keep residential insurance...

This report reveals critical climate challenges, highlighting how rising temperatures are raising the risk of ecosystem collapse and threatening maternal and reproductive well-being. Produced by a global consortium of scientists, this annual report synthesizes key findings from the past 18 months, aiming to inform policy decisions at COP29 and beyond.

An outline of the strategic direction and national-level actions that the New Zealand health system will take to adapt to climate change. The Plan presents 27 actions under five focus areas, focusing on strengthening leadership across the health system, partnering with Māori communities, and addressing current and future inequity by making health a crucial factor...

The inquiry's final report provides the foundation for the establishment of a comprehensive national framework resourcing, financing and legislating climate adaptation at the local and central government levels. The report makes extensive recommendations towards a framework that is cost-effective, measurable and evidence-based. It calls for the establishment of a lead agency on climate adaptation and...