Stretching runway numbers: Review of cost benefit analysis of proposed Wellington Airport runway extension
February 15, 2016
A report for BARNZ. Read more
The economic contribution of marine farming in the Marlborough region: A Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) analysis
November 9, 2015
The Marine Farming Association (MFA), which represents marine farmers operating in the top of the South Island, commissioned NZIER to assess the economic contribution of Marlborough aquaculture (comprising marine farming and processing of its produce) to both Marlborough and New Zeala … Read more
Valuing natural assets : essential for decision making
May 22, 2013
Decisions over whether or not to allow development of natural resources can have a major impact on peoples' lives. For some, a new development means job prospects and a higher standard of living. For others it means pollution, loss of native wildlife and a lower standard of living. Re … Read more
Realistic valuations of our clean green assets - NZIER Insight 19
October 15, 2010
Would you pay over $300 to ensure native birds remain at a single lake, even if you lived far away? Maybe, or maybe not. But recent debates on mining and hydro-power developments show comparing the benefit of different uses of environmental assets is both difficult and controversial. … Read more
COOL revisited : benefit cost analysis of Country of Origin Labelling : discussion draft for Food Standards Australia and New Zealand
September 21, 2005
This report revises a previous analysis of benefits and costs of implementing proposal P292 on Country of Origin Labelling (CoOL) in light of revision of the options for implementation, and information gained from new submissions and consultations with affected parties. It has been co … Read more