Deep Sea Drilling…..political parties positions Green party The Green Party will prohibit deep sea oil drilling. New Zealand does not have the capacity to respond to a deep sea oil drilling accident. The Greens plan for a cleaner, smarter economy, under which our beaches remain open for swimming, not closed for oil spills. Internet Mana Immediate moratorium until there is more research by the Commissioner for the Environment followed by open debate. The same goes for fracking, deep-well injection of liquid oil exploration wastes, and land-farming of soil oil industry wastes. NZ First New Zealand First policy is that all deep sea oil exploration and drilling must be subject to stringent environmental safeguards, without which it will not proceed. United Future No response received National National will continue to develop our resources in a safe, sensible and environmentally responsible way. Development can help create high-paying jobs and build a more productive economy for all New Zealanders. Labour Labour’s vision is for a low-carbon clean tech economy that provides world class living standards for Kiwis and protects our unique environment. We know it’s not going to happen overnight, and we acknowledge oil and gas have a role in the transition to this new economy. Labour is committed to strengthening the New Zealand economy and protecting our oceans and beaches. Labour will improve the process for formation of marine reserves and other marine protected areas. Māori Party Oil drilling in a tribal area is primarily a matter for the local iwi to decide, however our party would facilitate iwi reaching a consensus on deep-sea drilling. In the context of this issue, we believe the Government must invest in renewable energy infrastructure in a way which addresses our reliance on fossil fuels and prepares us for an oil-less world.
Posted on: Wed, 10 Sep 2014 23:49:13 +0000
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