APPROPRIATION MINISTER(S): Minister for Climate Change Issues (M12), Minister for the Environment (M29)

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1 Vote Environment APPROPRIATION MINISTER(S): Minister for Climate Change Issues (M12), Minister for the Environment (M29) APPROPRIATION ADMINISTRATOR: Ministry for the Environment RESPONSIBLE MINISTER FOR MINISTRY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT: Minister for the Environment THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 37

2 Overview of the Vote The Minister for the Environment is responsible for appropriations in Vote Environment, which cover: a total of nearly $20 million to provide advice and implement tools for water management a total of nearly $23 million in funding and grants to third parties for water initiatives a total of just over $23 million to provide advice and implement tools to improve environmental management a total of nearly $2 million for the Ministry for the Environment to negotiate and implement fair, durable and fit for purpose deeds of settlement and environmental accords a total of just over $4 million in funding for Iwi to engage in the co-management arrangements a total of just over $3 million to manage environmental obligations and programmes a total of just over $6 million for grants to third parties for domestic environmental management and education programmes, and contributions to international institutions a total of nearly $23 million to provide advice to mitigate environmental hazards and waste, for a waste minimisation fund and its administration, and for impairment of debt relating to environmental activities a total of nearly $6 million for services provided by third parties for the investigation, management and remediation services relating to contaminated sites a total of $18 million in payments to territorial local authorities from the Waste Disposal Levy a total of nearly $19 million in funding provided to the Environmental Protection Authority including $4 million of additional funding for Exclusive Economic Zone activities a total of just over $2 million for Ministerial Servicing, and a total of nearly $10 million for capital expenditure. The Minister for Climate Change Issues is responsible for appropriations in Vote Environment for, which cover: a total of nearly $13 million for policy advice in relation to the domestic and international climate change programmes, contributions to international programmes and the administration of a national carbon analysis system a total of nearly $681 million for the allocation of New Zealand emission units to the economy, and a total of nearly $19 million for administering the Emissions Trading Scheme including the impairment of debt. Details of these appropriations are set out in Parts THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

3 Details of Appropriations and Capital Injections Annual and Permanent Appropriations Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type Final ed Departmental Output Ministerial Services (M29) This appropriation is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio responsibilities (other than policy decision-making). Waste Minimisation Administration (M29) This appropriation is limited to the collection and administration of the waste levy and assessing and monitoring costs relating to projects considered or approved for funding from the waste levy. 2,195 2,195 2,183 2,500 2,500 2,500 Total Departmental Output 4,695 4,695 4,683 Departmental Capital Expenditure Ministry for the Environment - Capital Expenditure PLA (M29) This appropriation is limited to the purchase or development of assets by and for the use of the Ministry for the Environment, as authorised by section 24(1) of the Public Finance Act ,293 4,293 9,833 Total Departmental Capital Expenditure 4,293 4,293 9,833 Non-Departmental Output Administration of New Zealand Units held on Trust (M12) This appropriation is limited to the application for and holding on trust of New Zealand Units on behalf of the future owners of Crown Forest Licensed land. Community Environment Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to strengthening partnerships, raising environmental awareness and encouraging participation in environmental initiatives in the community. Contaminated Sites Remediation Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to the investigation, management and remediation of contaminated sites. Contestable Waste Minimisation Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to grants for waste minimisation initiatives. Emissions Trading Scheme (M12) This appropriation is limited to the implementation and operation of the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme and maintenance of a register to enable the holding and transfer of climate change units. Environmental Protection Authority: Decision Making functions (M29) This appropriation is limited to the delivery and support of the Environmental Protection Authority's decision-making processes. Environmental Protection Authority: Monitoring and Enforcement functions (M29) This appropriation is limited to the monitoring and enforcement of the Environmental Protection Authority's regulatory functions. Environmental Training Programmes (M29) This appropriation is limited to supporting training programmes, including Te Aho Tū Roa, that promote environmental and social sustainability, encourage Māori participation, raise environmental and ecological awareness and encourage children and young people to participate in environmental initiatives in the community ,805 1,449 2,362 6,416 4,405 5,780 11,797 10,707 16,797 6,392 6,392 6,392 12,613 12,613 11,631 6,262 6,262 7,244 1,900 1,900 1,900 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 39

4 Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type Final ed Non-Departmental Output - cont d Lake Taupō Protection Programme (M29) This appropriation is limited to the reduction of nitrogen levels entering Lake Taupō. Promotion of Sustainable Land Management (M29) This appropriation is limited to the promotion and coordination of sustainable land management practice through a national network of coordinators. Te Mana o Te Wai - restoring the life-giving capacity of fresh water (M29) This appropriation is limited to freshwater initiatives, with involvement from community stakeholders, for New Zealand's freshwater bodies. The Fresh Water Improvement Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to initiatives which contribute to managing New Zealand's freshwater bodies within environmental limits. 3,767 3,767 2, ,071 2,020 3, ,000 Total Non-Departmental Output 54,500 50,465 66,233 Non-Departmental Other Allocation of New Zealand Units (M12) This appropriation is limited to the granting of New Zealand Units to sectors of the New Zealand Economy. Climate Change Development Fund (M12) This appropriation is limited to supporting international projects to assist developing countries address climate change issues. Environmental Legal Assistance (M29) This appropriation is limited to supporting groups that wish to advocate for environmental issues in resource management cases in the courts and appearances at Boards of Inquiry of projects of national significance. Framework Convention on Climate Change (M12) New Zealand's contribution to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Fresh Start for Fresh Water: Waikato River Clean-up Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to funding for the Waikato River Clean-up Fund for the restoration and protection of the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River for future generations. Impairment of Debt Relating to Climate Change Activities (M12) This appropriation is limited to the impairment and write down of Crown debt arising from Climate Change related activities. Impairment of Debt Relating to Environment Activities (M29) This appropriation is limited to the impairment and write down of Crown debt arising from Environment related activities excluding Climate Change. International Subscriptions (M29) This appropriation is limited to subscriptions to International Environmental Agreements. Te Pou Tupua (M29) This appropriation is limited to the Crown contribution to support Te Pou Tupua (the Whanganui River Guardian) functions. Transitional Support for Local Government and Iwi (M29) This appropriation is limited to providing transitional support to local authorities and iwi for new arrangements involving iwi in the management of natural resources arising from historical Treaty settlements. United Nations Environment Programme (M29) New Zealand's membership of the United Nations Environment Programme. 470, , , ,398 5,398 5,302 12,200-12,200 1,500-1, ,000 1, THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

5 Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type Final ed Waikato River Co-Governance (M29) This appropriation is limited to the governance and operational costs of Waikato River cogovernance. Waikato River Co-Management (M29) This appropriation is limited to enabling the Waikato River Iwi to engage in the new comanagement arrangements in relation to the Waikato River. Waste Disposal Levy Disbursements to Territorial Local Authorities (M29) This appropriation is limited to payments to Territorial Local Authorities of their proportion of the Waste Disposal Levy as prescribed under the Waste Minimisation Act Exclusive Economic Zone Major Prosecutions Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to major prosecutions relating to activities regulated under the Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Environmental Effects) Act Rotorua Water Supply (M29) This appropriation is limited to payment of a grant to the Rotorua Lakes Council to contribute towards addressing issues relating to the drinking water supply for Rotorua ,793 2,793 2,664 18,000 18,000 18, ,075 1,075 - Total Non-Departmental Other 515, , ,013 Multi-Category and Capital Expenditure Climate Change MCA (M12) The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to provide policy advice and other support to Ministers focusing on decreasing New Zealand's net emissions of greenhouse gases below business as usual levels in a cost-effective way. 12,714 12,714 12,458 Departmental Output Carbon Monitoring Programme This category is limited to developing a national carbon accounting system that will contribute to meeting of New Zealand's greenhouse gas reporting obligations under the Kyoto Protocol and the UNFCCC. Domestic Climate Change Programme Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to domestic climate change. International Climate Change Programme Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to international climate change issues, negotiating positions for climate change agreements and development of carbon markets. Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Levy This category is limited to the implementation and collection of the Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Levy. Environmental Management Obligations and Programmes MCA (M29) The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to provide policy advice and other support to Ministers focusing on achieving better solutions to environmental problems by supporting community involvement and action and international cooperation. 2,708 2,708 2,187 6,063 6,063 6,496 3,894 3,894 3, ,491 3,491 3,467 Departmental Output Domestic Obligations and Programmes This category is limited to contributing to and monitoring of domestic environmental management programmes and educational programmes promoting awareness of environmental issues. 1,567 1,567 1,560 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 41

6 Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type Final ed Multi-Category and Capital Expenditure - cont d International Obligations and Institutions Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to advice on international environmental arrangements, agreements and partnerships; contributing to negotiations with international parties on environmental issues in line with international arrangements, agreements and partnerships. Improving Environmental Management MCA (M29) The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to provide policy advice and other support to Ministers focusing on improving environmental management. 1,924 1,924 1,907 43,463 42,713 44,784 Departmental Output Developing and Implementing Treaty Settlements and Environmental Accords Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to environmental accords with Māori and Treaty settlements involving natural resources; contributing to negotiations with iwi and affected parties on environmental issues as part of developing deeds of settlement. Marine Environment Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to the marine environment. Resource Management Implementation This category is limited to the implementation of tools, frameworks and institutions and provision of advice, support, information, and guidance to the public, practitioners and wider natural resource sector in relation to resource management policy and practices. Resource Management Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to the management of natural and physical resources in New Zealand. Water Management Implementation This category is limited to activities associated with the implementation of water management policy and practises. Water Management Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to the quality, flow and availability of freshwater. 2,027 2,027 1,900 4,014 4,014 4,169 11,797 11,797 11,912 7,773 7,773 7,066 3,264 3,264 2,805 12,588 12,588 12,612 Non-Departmental Output Water science and economics This category is limited to water science and economic impact analyses, and guidance to support development of the National Objectives Framework. 2,000 1,250 4, THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

7 Titles and Scopes of Appropriations by Appropriation Type Final ed Mitigating Environmental Hazards and Waste MCA (M29) The overarching purpose of this appropriation is to provide policy advice and other support to Ministers focusing on reducing harm from natural, chemical and biological hazards and from waste through more effective management frameworks. 1,942 1,942 1,918 Departmental Output Environmental Hazards and Waste Policy Advice This category is limited to the provision of advice (including second opinion advice and contributions to policy advice led by other agencies) to support decision-making by Ministers on government policy matters relating to the risks posed by environmental hazards and waste, including international agreements, conventions and obligations. Waste Management and Minimisation This category is limited to operational advice, implementation of tools, frameworks and institutions, and support, information and guidance to stakeholders in relation to waste management and minimisation. 1,309 1,309 1, Total Multi-Category and Capital Expenditure 61,610 60,860 62,627 Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations 640, , ,389 Multi-Year Appropriations Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations Appropriations, Adjustments and Use Non-Departmental Output Fresh Start for Fresh Water: Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme (M29) This appropriation is limited to maintaining and improving the water quality of the Rotorua Lakes. Commences: 01 July 2015 Expires: 30 June 2020 Original Appropriation 23,000 Adjustments to 2015/16 - Adjustments for - Adjusted Appropriation 23,000 to 2015/16 Year End - for 3,080 for 4,100 Appropriation Remaining 15,820 Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations and Multi-Year Appropriation Forecasts Final ed Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations 640, , ,389 Total MYA Non-Departmental Output Forecasts 3,080 3,080 4,100 Total Annual and Permanent Appropriations and Multi-Year Appropriation Forecasts 643, , ,489 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 43

8 Capital Injection Authorisations Final ed Ministry for the Environment - Capital Injection (M29) THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

9 Supporting Information Part 1 - Vote as a Whole New Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Appropriation Final ed 2018/ / /21 Better Public Service (BPS) Seed Funding for Environmental Integrated Data Infrastructure Pilot (e-idi) project Domestic Emissions Reductions Marine Protection: Advancing Regional Processes National Policy Statement on Urban Development Capacity: Implementation Paris Agreement on Climate Change: Ratification and Plan Domestic Action Te Mana o Te Wai Fund Improving Environmental Management MCA Resource Management Implementation Departmental Output Expense Climate Change MCA Domestic Climate Change Programme Policy Advice Departmental Output Expense Improving Environmental Management MCA Marine Environment Policy Advice Departmental Output Expense Improving Environmental Management MCA Resource Management Implementation Departmental Output Expense Climate Change MCA Domestic Climate Change Programme Policy Advice Departmental Output Expense Te Mana o Te Wai - restoring the life-giving capacity of fresh water Non-Departmental Output Expense ,000 1,000 1,000 1, , , Total Initiatives 1,245 4,643 1,911 1,695 1,572 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 45

10 46 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol Trends in the Vote Summary of Financial Activity Appropriations 2012/ / / / / / /21 Final ed Departmental Transactions Non- Departmental Transactions Output 64,582 49,964 44,846 45,341 62,275 58,240 4,683 70,333 75,016 61,513 89,639 83,430 Benefits or Related N/A Borrowing Other 85, , , , , , , , , , ,840 Capital Expenditure , ,293 4,293 9,833-9, Intelligence and Security Department and Capital Expenditure Multi-Category and Capital Expenditure (MCA) Total N/A Output 47,554 45,332 48,740 56,351 61,610 60,860 58,307 4,320 62,627 57,497 57,281 57,158 Other Capital Expenditure N/A Total Appropriations 198, , , , , ,992 72, , , , , ,788 Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts Tax Revenue N/A Non-Tax Revenue 66,293 42, , , , ,547 N/A 566, , , , ,560 Capital Receipts N/A Total Crown Revenue and Capital Receipts 66,293 42, , , , ,547 N/A 566, , , , ,560 VOTE ENVIRONMENT Note - where restructuring of the vote has occurred then, to the extent practicable, prior years information has been restated as if the restructuring had occurred before the beginning of the period covered. In this instance Total Appropriations for the ed and year may not equal Total Appropriations in the Details of Appropriations and Capital Injections.

11 Adjustments to the Summary of Financial Activity Table Due to Vote Restructuring There have been no restructuring adjustments to prior year information in the Summary of Financial Activity table An a ly s is o f Sig nific a nt Tren d s Figure 1 - Vote trends in actual expenses and capital expenditure by appropriation type Source: Ministry for the Environment The actual and budgeted output expenses from 2014/15 onwards reflect an increase in funding for resource management and water management reforms. The variability in Other relates to the Allocation of New Zealand Units appropriation and reflects the changes in the volume of units allocated and the forecast price of units. For appropriation purposes, the upper limit of the appropriation increased from $12.50 per unit to $25 per unit from to accommodate the uncertainty in the market price of New Zealand units. The estimated actual is based on the current market price per carbon unit at the time of the forecast. The changes in forecast volume of units to be allocated is a result of continuous improvement to the model, assumptions, and activity data for various sectors based on the latest information available at the time of the forecast. THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 47

12 Part 2 - Details of Departmental Appropriations Departmental Output Ministerial Services (M29) This appropriation is limited to the provision of services to Ministers to enable them to discharge their portfolio responsibilities (other than policy decision-making). and Revenue Final ed Total Appropriation 2,195 2,195 2,183 Revenue from the Crown 2,150 2,150 2,150 Revenue from Others This appropriation is intended to achieve the provision of support to Ministers, especially in relation to their accountability to Parliament and the public. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Quality Percentage of all Regulatory Impact Statements that partially or fully meet quality assurance criteria At least 90% (with 70% fully meeting criteria) 100% (with 46% fully meeting criteria) At least 90% (with 70% fully meeting criteria) The satisfaction of the Minister for the Environment and the Minister for Climate Change Issues with the advice service, as per the common satisfaction survey At least 80% To be assessed At least 80% The total cost per hour of producing outputs At most $150 To be assessed $200 Ministerial Services Percentage of responses to parliamentary questions that are completed within required timeframes Percentage of responses to ministerial correspondence submitted to the Minister within agreed timeframes Percentage of Ministerial Official Information Act requests submitted within the timeframes agreed with the Minister's office Percentage of responses to departmental Official Information Act requests sent within statutory deadlines 100% 97% 100% 95% 68% 95% 95% 55% 95% 90% 83% 90% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Ministry for the Environment in its Annual Report. 48 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

13 Waste Minimisation Administration (M29) This appropriation is limited to the collection and administration of the waste levy and assessing and monitoring costs relating to projects considered or approved for funding from the waste levy. and Revenue Final ed Total Appropriation 2,500 2,500 2,500 Revenue from the Crown 2,500 2,500 2,500 Revenue from Others This appropriation is intended to achieve the effective and efficient administration of the functions required under the Waste Minimisation Act How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Stage I of the Waste Minimisation Fund funding round (recommendations for funding) is completed within four months of round closing Percentage of instances when action is taken against disposal facility operators who have outstanding levy payments (over 120 days) New measure Achieved Achieved 100% 100% 100% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Ministry for the Environment in its Annual Report. THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 49

14 2.3 - Departmental Capital Expenditure and Capital Injections Ministry for the Environment - Capital Expenditure PLA (M29) This appropriation is limited to the purchase or development of assets by and for the use of the Ministry for the Environment, as authorised by section 24(1) of the Public Finance Act Capital Expenditure Final ed Forests/Agricultural Land Property, Plant and Equipment 3,390 3,390 9,813 Intangibles Other Total Appropriation 4,293 4,293 9,833 This appropriation is intended to achieve the renewal, upgrade and/or redesign of assets in support of the delivery of the Ministry for the Environment's service. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Expenditure is in accordance with the Ministry s capital asset management plan Computer Hardware Computer Software Office Equipment Furniture and Fixtures 2,525 2,525 9,698 Total 4,293 4,293 9,833 Performance information for departmental capital expenditure will be reported by the Ministry for the Environment in its Annual Report. 50 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

15 Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for is largely related to the Ministry's involvement as lead agency for Charles Fergusson Tower as part of the Wellington Office Accommodation Project (2). The capital expenditure relates to the fit-out of that building. Capital Injections and Movements in Departmental Net Assets Ministry for the Environment Details of Net Asset Schedule Projected Explanation of Projected Movements in Opening Balance 5,992 5,992 Capital Injections - - Capital Withdrawals - - Surplus to be Retained (Deficit Incurred) - - Other Movements - - Closing Balance 5,992 5,992 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 51

16 Part 3 - Details of Non-Departmental Appropriations Non- Departmental Output Administration of New Zealand Units held on Trust (M12) This appropriation is limited to the application for and holding on trust of New Zealand Units on behalf of the future owners of Crown Forest Licensed land. Final ed Total Appropriation This appropriation is intended to achieve the fair and accurate distribution of emission units to beneficiaries following treaty settlements. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. Community Environment Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to strengthening partnerships, raising environmental awareness and encouraging participation in environmental initiatives in the community. Final ed Total Appropriation 1,805 1,449 2,362 This appropriation is intended to achieve support for collaborative partnerships that raise environmental awareness and encourage community participation in environmental initiatives. 52 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

17 An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations Organisations that receive funding for projects that strengthen partnerships, raise environmental awareness and encourage participation in environmental initiatives in the community. 1,805 1,449 2,362 Ongoing Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Reprioritisation of funding. 2015/16 (1,000) (1,000) (1,000) (1,000) (1,000) Reprioritisation of funding for targeted water initiatives. 2013/ ,100 1,100 1,100 Reprioritisation of funding for Upper Waipa River Clean-up Fund Commitments. 2013/14 (150) (150) (150) (150) (150) Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for is mainly due an expense transfer of $650,000 from for projects that support the implementation of the freshwater and resource management reforms, and other initiatives. This is primarily due to delays in funding decisions (including deed negotiations) and project planning which began later in than expected. Contaminated Sites Remediation Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to the investigation, management and remediation of contaminated sites. Final ed Total Appropriation 6,416 4,405 5,780 This appropriation is intended achieve a reduction in the risks from contaminated sites. THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 53

18 How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of completed contaminated sites projects that achieve stated objectives 100% 100% 100% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Territorial Local Authorities Councils that receive funding to assist in the clean-up of contaminated land in New Zealand. 6,416 4,405 5,780 Ongoing Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Reprioritisation of funding for Upper Waipa River Clean-up Fund commitments. 2013/14 (150) (150) (150) (150) (150) Reasons for Change in Appropriation The decrease in this appropriation for is mainly due the remediation work for the Kopeopeo Canal and the Calwell Slipway projects finishing in. Funding of $2.130 million from and $1.022 million from 2018/19 and 2019/20 has been transferred to to continue the remediation work of these projects. Contestable Waste Minimisation Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to grants for waste minimisation initiatives. Final ed Total Appropriation 11,797 10,707 16, THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

19 This appropriation is intended to achieve a decrease in waste disposal by funding projects that promote or achieve waste minimisation. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of completed Waste Minimisation Fund projects that achieve stated objectives 80% 80% 80% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations Organisations that receive funding for projects that increase resource efficiency, increase reuse, recovery and recycling, and decrease waste to landfill. 11,797 10,707 16,797 Ongoing Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for relates to spending profile on already agreed projects and funding rounds. Emissions Trading Scheme (M12) This appropriation is limited to the implementation and operation of the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme and maintenance of a register to enable the holding and transfer of climate change units. Final ed Total Appropriation 6,392 6,392 6,392 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 55

20 This appropriation is intended to achieve the efficient and effective administration of the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme and the operation of the New Zealand Emission Unit Register to ensure that the allocation and trading of emission units are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of customers that trust the integrity and security of the NZEUR and ETS systems and processes Percentage of participant registrations and account applications accurately recorded in the New Zealand Emissions Unit Register within two business days of receipt of a properly completed application Greater than 80% To be measured Greater than 80% 98% 98% 98% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Environmental Protection Authority in its Annual Report. Environmental Protection Authority: Decision Making functions (M29) This appropriation is limited to the delivery and support of the Environmental Protection Authority's decision-making processes. Final ed Total Appropriation 12,613 12,613 11,631 This appropriation is intended to achieve robust and objective environmental decisions for which the Environmental Protection Authority is responsible, and transparent and efficient decision making. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Applicants and submitters (HSNO/RMA/EEZ), and Ngā Kaihautū, Te Herenga, Iwi, and Māori have trust and confidence in the EPA 70% To be measured 70% 56 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

21 Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Environmental Protection Authority in its Annual Report. Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Exclusive Economic Zone Regulation (Environmental Protection Authority). 2,200 2, Reasons for Change in Appropriation The decrease in this appropriation for reflects the change in the level of funding allocated for compared with the previous year. In, there was a one-off transfer of $982,000 from the Environmental Protection Authority: Monitoring and Enforcement functions to align the output classes with the Environmental Protection Authority's Statement of Performance Expectations for the financial year. Environmental Protection Authority: Monitoring and Enforcement functions (M29) This appropriation is limited to the monitoring and enforcement of the Environmental Protection Authority's regulatory functions. Final ed Total Appropriation 6,262 6,262 7,244 This appropriation is intended achieve compliance with environmental rules through monitoring and guiding compliance activity to ensure the effective operation of the regulatory framework. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed EPA customers agree: 1. our overall level of service provided meets or exceeds expectations 2. our information is easy or very easy to access 3. our information is easy or very easy to understand 4. it is easy or very easy to contact us Overall 80% To be measured Overall 80% THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 57

22 Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by Environmental Protection Authority in its Annual Report. Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Exclusive Economic Zone Regulation (Environmental Protection Authority). 1,800 1, Improving Health and Safety at Work. 2014/ (175) (175) (175) Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for reflects the change in the level of funding allocated for compared with the previous year. In, there was a one-off transfer of $982,000 to the Environmental Protection Authority: Decision making functions to align the output classes with the Environmental Protection Authority's Statement of Performance Expectations for the financial year. Environmental Training Programmes (M29) This appropriation is limited to supporting training programmes, including Te Aho Tū Roa, that promote environmental and social sustainability, encourage Māori participation, raise environmental and ecological awareness and encourage children and young people to participate in environmental initiatives in the community. Final ed Total Appropriation 1,900 1,900 1,900 This appropriation is intended to achieve collaborative relationships, raise environmental awareness and encourage children to participate in environmental initiatives. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. 58 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

23 Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisation Toimata Foundation 1,900 1,900 1,900 Ongoing Fresh Start for Fresh Water: Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme (M29) and Type, Title, Scope and Period of Appropriations Appropriations, Adjustments and Use Fresh Start for Fresh Water: Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme (M29) This appropriation is limited to maintaining and improving the water quality of the Rotorua Lakes. Commences: 01 July 2015 Expires: 30 June 2020 Original Appropriation 23,000 Adjustments to 2015/16 - Adjustments for - Adjusted Appropriation 23,000 to 2015/16 Year End - for 3,080 for 4,100 Appropriation Remaining 15,820 This appropriation is intended to achieve improved and sustained water quality by targeted interventions in the Rotorua Lakes. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of deed funded lakes showing a decrease in their average Trophic Level Index (TLI) from the previous year 50% To be measured 50% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisation Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Strategy Group 3,080 3,080 4, June 2020 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 59

24 Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Rotorua Te Arawa Lakes Programme: Reallocation of Crown Funds 2015/16 4,900 4,100 4,400 4,200 - Lake Taupō Protection Programme (M29) This appropriation is limited to the reduction of nitrogen levels entering Lake Taupō. Final ed Total Appropriation 3,767 3,767 2,950 This appropriation is intended to achieve a 20 per cent reduction of manageable nitrogen leaching into Lake Taupō. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations Lake Taupō Protection Project Joint Committee through the Lake Taupō Protection Trust. 3,767 3,767 2, June 2018 Reasons for Change in Appropriation The decrease in this appropriation for reflects the payment profile associated with the programme. 60 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

25 Promotion of Sustainable Land Management (M29) This appropriation is limited to the promotion and coordination of sustainable land management practice through a national network of coordinators. Final ed Total Appropriation This appropriation is intended to achieve enhanced sustainable land management. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisation NZ Landcare Trust Ongoing Te Mana o Te Wai - restoring the life-giving capacity of fresh water (M29) This appropriation is limited to freshwater initiatives, with involvement from community stakeholders, for New Zealand's freshwater bodies. Final ed Total Appropriation 2,071 2,020 3,200 This appropriation is intended to achieve improved water quality of freshwater bodies. THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 61

26 An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental output expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisation Organisations that receive funding for projects that support or enable iwi/hapū to improve the water quality of freshwater bodies. 2,071 2,020 3, June 2018 Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Te Mana o Te Wai - restoring the life-giving capacity of fresh water. - 1, Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for is mainly due to additional funding of $1 million allocated through 2017 to improve water quality of freshwater bodies that are important to iwi/hapū. The Fresh Water Improvement Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to initiatives which contribute to managing New Zealand's freshwater bodies within environmental limits. Final ed Total Appropriation 500-7,000 This appropriation is intended to achieve improvements in the water quality of New Zealand's freshwater bodies in partnership with others. 62 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

27 How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of completed Freshwater Improvement Fund projects that achieved stated objectives 80% Projects yet to commence 80% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Organisations that receive funding for projects that improve the management of New Zealand's fresh water within environmental quality and quantity limits ,000 Ongoing Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 The Freshwater Improvement Fund. 2,500 5,000 7,000 10,000 10,000 Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for is partially due to an expense transfer of $2 million from. This transfer is due to delays in establishing a contestable funding round (including panel assessment) and contracts negotiation with successful applicants which is now is expected to occur towards the end of Non- Departmental Other Allocation of New Zealand Units (M12) This appropriation is limited to the granting of New Zealand Units to sectors of the New Zealand Economy. Final ed Total Appropriation 470, , ,925 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 63

28 This appropriation is intended to achieve compensating eligible participants of the Emissions Trading Scheme who face increased costs as a result of the scheme. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of applicants deemed to be eligible to receive units to compensate for increased costs resulting from the Emissions Trading Scheme, receive an allocation of units Percentage of eligible forestry participants, who have lodged an emission return with a net entitlement for units, receive an allocation of units 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations Participants eligible to receive units to compensate for increased costs resulting from the Emissions Trading Scheme. 470, , ,925 Ongoing Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Emissions Trading Scheme Review. 14,352 44,525 77,858 94,700 94,700 Reasons for Change in Appropriation The increase in this appropriation for is due to: phased removal of one carbon unit allocation/surrender for two tonnes of emissions reductions policy settings under the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme following the review, and an increase in the allocation of units because 2017 is a mandatory reporting period for the post-1989 forestry sector. Post-1989 forestry sector participants have the ability to file an emissions return every year or at the end of the five year period and claim units for the carbon sequestered in the forest. The mandatory reporting period occurs every five years. Further, the appropriation limit is based on $25 per carbon unit, while the estimated actual is based on the current market price per carbon unit at the time of the forecast. 64 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

29 Climate Change Development Fund (M12) This appropriation is limited to supporting international projects to assist developing countries address climate change issues. Final ed Total Appropriation This appropriation is intended to achieve an improved response to climate change issues in developing countries. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental other expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations International projects those addresses climate change issues Ongoing Environmental Legal Assistance (M29) This appropriation is limited to supporting groups that wish to advocate for environmental issues in resource management cases in the courts and appearances at Boards of Inquiry of projects of national significance. Final ed Total Appropriation THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 65

30 This appropriation is intended to achieve improved accessibility for not-for-profit groups to advocate for an environmental issue of high public interest in resource management cases. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental other expense is less than $5 million. Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisations Not-for-profit organisations groups such as environmental, community, iwi and hapū receive financial assistance to advocate for an environmental issue of high public interest Ongoing Current and Past Policy Initiatives Policy Initiative Year of First Impact Final ed 2018/ / /21 Reprioritisation of funding. 2015/16 (200) (200) (200) (200) (200) Framework Convention on Climate Change (M12) New Zealand's contribution to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Final ed Total Appropriation This appropriation is intended to achieve New Zealand compliance with its international financial obligations to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and ensure New Zealand's participation. 66 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3

31 An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(iii) of the Public Finance Act as the amount of this annual appropriation for a non-departmental other expense is less than $5 million. Fresh Start for Fresh Water: Waikato River Clean-up Fund (M29) This appropriation is limited to funding for the Waikato River Clean-up Fund for the restoration and protection of the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River for future generations. Final ed Total Appropriation 5,398 5,398 5,302 This appropriation is intended to achieve the resourcing of initiatives for restoring and protecting the health and wellbeing of the Waikato River. How Performance will be Assessed and End of Year Reporting Requirements Assessment of Performance Final ed Percentage of funding that the Waikato River Clean Up Trust makes available for projects annually is distributed New measure 72% 85% Annual funding decisions are based on: applicants meeting the funding criteria applications being for projects identified as priority areas by the Trust, and the quality of the applications received. Performance information for this appropriation will be reported by the Minister for the Environment in a report appended to the Ministry for the Environment's Annual Report. THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3 67

32 Service Providers Provider Final ed Expiry of Resourcing Commitment Non-Government Organisation Waikato River Authority. 5,398 5,398 5, June 2038 Impairment of Debt Relating to Climate Change Activities (M12) This appropriation is limited to the impairment and write down of Crown debt arising from Climate Change related activities. Final ed Total Appropriation 12,200-12,200 This appropriation is intended to achieve recognition of the expense so that climate change-related activities are valued in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice. An exemption was granted under s15d(2)(b)(ii) of the PFA, as additional information is unlikely to be informative because this appropriation is the provision for incurring the expense involved in the impairment and write-down of Crown debt arising from climate change related activities (excluding environment). Impairment of Debt Relating to Environment Activities (M29) This appropriation is limited to the impairment and write down of Crown debt arising from Environment related activities excluding Climate Change. Final ed Total Appropriation 1,500-1,500 This appropriation is intended to achieve recognition of the expense so that environment-related activities are valued in accordance with generally accepted accounting practice. 68 THE ESTIMATES OF APPROPRIATIONS - ENVIRONMENT SECTOR B.5 Vol.3