Source: Statistics New Zealand
Total greenhouse gas emissions fall 0.2 percent in the March 2026 quarter – news story
22 July 2026
Seasonally adjusted greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by industries and households decreased 0.2 percent over the March 2026 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.
“Driven by a decline in mining activity, greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 42 kilotonnes over the March 2026 quarter,” environment statistics spokesperson Stuart Pitts said.
“This is the fourth consecutive quarter of reduced emissions.”
In the March 2026 quarter, industry emissions (excluding households) decreased by 0.3 percent (51 kilotonnes). Over the same period, gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.8 percent.
“While greenhouse gas emissions from industries have been falling, New Zealand’s gross domestic product has continued to rise, resulting in a lower emissions intensity,” Pitts said.