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Following 39117 (2026), how does the Minister define an "unnecessary" cost when it comes to climate-related planning and investment decisions?

Answered Question 41086 (2026)
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Lan Pham

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • Following 39117 (2026), how does the Minister define an "unnecessary" cost when it comes to climate-related planning and investment decisions?

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Hon Simon Watts

Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister of Climate Change

Answer

I consider unnecessary to mean not needed, not required, or more than what is actually required.