Household emissions drop as high fuel prices deter motorists

Wednesday 21 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 21 Oct, 1:11pm

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Household greenhouse gas emissions fell by more than 5 per cent during the April to June quarter. Stats NZ data shows total economic emissions decreased by 2.9 per cent, marking the first full quarter reflecting the impact of rising fuel prices.

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1. RNZWed 21 Oct, 12:45pm

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2. Otago Daily TimesWed 21 Oct, 1:11pm

   Emissions fall as fuel prices deter Kiwi motorists (opens in new tab)