Consultation
57. The discussion document 'Regulating Biofuel Quality – A discussion document outlining the proposed biodiesel and ethanol specifications' was publicly released in October 2007. Twenty seven submissions were received from stakeholders, including representatives from biofuel manufacturing companies, the oil industry and the motor vehicle industry. Submitters were re-consulted on the final proposals in January 2008 to provide an opportunity for additional comments. Eighteen further submissions were received.
58. The Ministry of Transport, Ministry for the Environment, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Treasury, New Zealand Customs Service and the Environmental Risk Management Authority were consulted on this paper and agree with its contents. The Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet has been informed.
59. New Zealand has an international legal obligation to implement our commitments set out in the World Trade Organisation Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT). This includes allowing at least 60 days for the international community to comment on new regulations or standards. No comments were received on the proposed biofuel specifications during the 60 day notification period.
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