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Climate group accuses Energy Minister of hiding LNG documents
Climate group claims Energy Minister Simeon Brown delayed releasing LNG project documents until after election.
In brief
Climate group claims Energy Minister Simeon Brown delayed releasing LNG project documents until after election. Climate advocacy group Lawyers for Climate Action says Energy Minister Simeon Brown is withholding LNG facility documents until after election, risking transparency on a $1 billion project. Originally…
Climate group accuses Energy Minister
Climate advocacy group Lawyers for Climate Action claims Energy Minister Simeon Brown delayed releasing LNG project documents until after election.
Government response
Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment officials declined LCA's request to release documents on October 29, saying information would be released proactively.
Ombudsman confirms delay
Ombudsman confirmed officials sent reviewed documents to Brown's office on 23 October, with no release date before election.
Project details
Government plans $1 billion LNG facility with third-party provider to ensure 'firm' power during dry winters, facing local opposition in Taranaki.
What it means
Climate advocacy group Lawyers for Climate Action says Energy Minister Simeon Brown is withholding LNG facility documents until after election, risking transparency on a $1 billion project.
