Research and reports

A report by Nimmo-Bell for EECA and MAF Policy on the link between biofuel production and food prices.

This updated report confirms that the major drivers of food
prices identified in the September 2008 report remain the
same - oil price, food supply and demand, the US dollar
(USD), and market distorting policies.

The Waikato Regional Energy Strategy, which was launched at the Beehive in August 2009, provides a comprehensive map of the Waikato's current energy resources, and a range of recommendations on ways in which the region's energy resources could be further developed. The Waikato strategy, which has been initiated by Environment Waikato and developed with community and business input, has highligted the important role which the region plays in energy production - particularly electricity generation.

The following findings are part of EECA’s quarterly consumer research that tracks the nation’s views on energy efficiency and renewable energy. The research provides a snapshot – and tracks change over time – on attitudes to different energy issues at home, on the road, at work, and around where our energy comes from.